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Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Delays Important Deadline

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Delays Important Deadline

Citing an administrative error and the fact that extending the “effective date would better accommodate the interests of the many consumers and providers whose families will be busy with the transition to the new school year”, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is extending the TRID integrated disclosure effective date to October 1. The extension is… Read more »

Positives and Negatives of a Mortgage Refinance

Positives and Negatives of a Mortgage Refinance

Refinancing your mortgage can be a smart way to lower your monthly expenses and provide additional cash for your business. Lending institutions continue to offer favorable interest rates, and this might be a good time to take advantage of looser credit restrictions to utilize this money-saving tactic. But before you make the move to refinance… Read more »

Young Americans Not Purchasing Homes

Young Americans Not Purchasing Homes

Owning a home was once the American dream, but it seems that members of Generation X would rather rent than purchase. The surprising trend has its reasons, and there is a good chance that Generation Xers will continue to balk at the idea of making such a major purchase. Decreasing Numbers of Homeowners in Generation… Read more »

How the CFPB Works

How the CFPB Works

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) was established by the Dodd-Frank Act of 2010 as part of the federal government’s response to the financial crisis of 2008. Like any economic development, good or bad, the 2008 real estate market crisis consisted of a dangerous combination of irresponsible lenders, unsophisticated borrowers and weak consumer protection in… Read more »

Join Fellow Professionals in D.C. at ALTA’s 2015 Federal Conference

Join Fellow Professionals in D.C. at ALTA’s 2015 Federal Conference

From May 18 – 20, title industry professionals are flocking to the nation’s capital for ALTA’s 2015 Federal Conference and Lobby Day. “Government policy has changed the marketplace and affected the way ALTA members conduct business. While our industry has met shifting expectations, we must continue to explain to legislators and regulators the value of… Read more »

Get Ready for the TILA-RESPA Rule

Get Ready for the TILA-RESPA Rule

Now that it’s spring, summer is well on its way. With August 1, 2015 being the effective date for the implementation of the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau’s new TILA-RESPA regulations, it’s essential for real estate professionals to commit to take the necessary steps to remain compliant. Champion Title wants to educate our Realtors, loan officers… Read more »

Training Video: Intro

Champion Title Intro Training Video. Champion Title’s training videos were created to provide our clients and customers with helpful resources to better understand the title/closing process. Below are instructional videos that we hope you find beneficial.