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FHFA pushes for direct power to sue for mortgage fraud 

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) and Director Bill Pulte are asking Congress for the power to bring civil lawsuits against individuals suspected of mortgage fraud.

Bill Pulte Asks Congress to Give FHFA Direct Authority To Prosecute Mortgage Fraud

In its annual report, the FHFA, led by Pulte, asked for new powers to ensure "robust action against fraud and other financial crimes."

FCA opened single mortgage fraud investigation in 2025

The Financial Conduct Authority opened just one enforcement investigation into mortgage fraud in 2025, according to Freedom of Information data. The figure marks a significant decl...

FHFA moves to drop ‘reputational harm’ from consideration in counterparty suspensions

The Federal Housing Finance Agency wants to drop “reputational harm” as a basis for suspending firms and individuals that do business with Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and the Federal H...

Fairway Home Mortgage launches nonprofit to combat senior financial fraud

Fairway Home Mortgage launches Fairway SAFE, a nonprofit focused on educating seniors and professionals to prevent elder exploitation.

Lawmakers urge FTC to probe real estate referral practices

Reps. McClellan and Beyer urge the FTC to investigate online real estate referral practices, citing undisclosed lead routing and higher costs.

Convicted mortgage fugitive included in FBI's first-ever 'Most Wanted Fraudsters' list

A husband-and-wife mortgage broker team who vanished in 2010 are now on the FBI's inaugural fraudster watchlist

Investor Loans Face New Scrutiny As Mortgage Fraud Risk Concentrates

Investor and multifamily loans show higher mortgage fraud risk as Pulte referrals renew scrutiny of property-use claims. The post Investor Loans Face New Scrutiny As Mortgage Fraud...

Don't let the dream become a nightmare: NAMB declares May mortgage fraud awareness month

Mortgage fraud now looks alarmingly legitimate

Don't let the dream become a nightmare: NAMB declares May mortgage fraud awareness month

Mortgage fraud now looks alarmingly legitimate

Five indicted in Queens mortgage scheme targeting homeowners

Queens broker allegedly led mortgage fraud using stolen identities and forged documents

Georgia housing agency victimized in $2.5M fraud scheme, prosecutors allege

Prosecutors describe a $2.5 million scheme that used false invoices, kickbacks and fraudulent payments over a four-year period.

FTC returns nearly $3m in mortgage relief scam payouts

Sham mortgage relief operators defrauded more than 3,000 homeowners. Now the FTC is sending money back

Fraudsters target homes in title hijack attempts

Data from HM Land Registry shows dozens attempted property hijacking cases were recorded between April 2025 and March 2026

Five indicted in Queens cash-out mortgage scheme targeting homeowners

Queens broker allegedly led a cash-out mortgage fraud using stolen identities and forged documents

Elizabeth Warren Accuses Top Mortgage Regulator Bill Pulte of Abuse of Power, Calls for His Removal

U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren is demanding the resignation of FHFA Director Bill Pulte from his concurrent housing and intelligence roles.

Housing authority VP sentenced for mortgage fraud, benefits theft

Tracy Denise Jones exploited her senior role at one of the nation's largest Section 8 programs to steal federal funds and commit mortgage fraud

Property fraud cases reach 55 in 12-month period

Criminals impersonating homeowners to sell properties fraudulently or secure mortgages were recorded in 55 cases over a 12-month period, according to figures obtained from HM Land...

DOJ Accelerates False Claims Act Enforcement: New Protocol Signals Faster Action on Benefits Fraud Whistleblower Cases

'There are brokers that willfully facilitate this': How can the industry combat deed fraud?

A veteran broker shares the warning signs brokers should be looking for to help prevent scams

FHFA director assumes new role; ex-Fed chair issues warning

Bill Pulte will still lead the housing agency while serving as acting director of national intelligence. Plus, Fed faces “credibility” threat; CFPB sued; more.

FTC wins court order to shut down alleged mortgage relief scheme

The FTC secured a temporary restraining order against NAA and other defendants over an alleged mortgage relief scheme.

How To Spot Mortgage Assistance Scams—as FTC Releases $3 Million in Refunds to Victims

Foreclosure relief scams are unfortunately all too common, says Ashley F. Morgan, a debt and bankruptcy lawyer in Chantilly, VA.

Despite mortgage fraud drop in Q1, these are the sectors brokers need to watch closely

Cotality's latest data shows the overall index improvement is hiding risk in several key lending categories