HUD Focuses on Housing Protections for ‘Returning Citizens’
HUD Secretary Fudge wrote a letter making it clear that ex-prisoners qualify for emergency vouchers – and to avoid “overbroad denial … on the basis of criminal records.”
Eviction and Foreclosure Moratoriums Extended to July 31
The CDC extended the federal eviction moratorium for another month, from June 30 to July 31, further frustrating landlords. However, CDC also said it’s likely that this new deadline will be the last one. FHFA also announced that its foreclosure moratorium was extended to July 31.
Mortgage Rates Hit 10-Week High – Rise Above 3%
The average rate for a 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage rose from last week’s 2.93% to 3.02% in one week, likely due to a surging economy and elevated inflation.