Housing Agency Seeks Comments on Lender Data Collection
Published Date: 2/24/2026
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The Federal Housing Finance Agency wants to keep collecting info about how lenders support their communities and is asking the public to share thoughts before March 26, 2026. This is about renewing a paperwork rule that helps make sure lenders do their part, with no new costs or big changes. If you’re involved in housing or just curious, now’s the time to speak up!
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