A First Look at Nevada Session 2015
Several bill draft requests are in process as the 2015 legislatives season approaches; summary of some bill drafts that could come to fruition next year.
Seattle Considers – and Rejects – Eminent Domain to Address Housing Market Concerns
Lawmakers in Seattle had been considering allowing the City to seize underwater mortgages under principles of eminent domain, similarly to actions proposed in some California cities, but the idea was rejected in favor of the Seattle Homeowner Stabilization Program proposal.
UTA Accepting Nominations for Board of Director Seats
UTA Nomination Committee Chair Mark Blackman, Esq. of Alpert, Barr & Grant, has announced that UTA is now accepting nominations for seats on the 2014 UTA Board of Directors.
Golf Tournament, ‘Wine & Canvas’, Hiking Adventure are Available
Details on three leisurely social networking opportunities available to attendees of the upcoming UTA conference: The ‘La Quinta Hiking Adventure’, the ‘Wine & Canvas’ event and the annual UTA golf tournament to be held on the historical TPC Stadium Course. Read the conference program and register today!
Registration Now Available for UTA’s 39th Annual Education Conference
UTA’s 39th Annual Education Conference, held at the La Quinta Resort & Club in La Quinta, California, November 9-11 will feature exciting and relevant education sessions for attendees.Read the conference program and register today!
Annual Conference Hotel Room Reservations Are Available
Hotel room reservations are now being accepted for the 2014 UTA Annual Education Conference & Trade Show. Reserve your room today!
CFPB Interpretive Rule Addresses Heir’s Ability-to-Repay Rule
CFPB has issued an interpretive rule to clarify that when a borrower dies, the name of the borrower’s heir generally may be added to the mortgage without triggering the Bureau’s Ability-to-Repay rule.
Ex-Fannie Foreclosure Specialist Sentenced to Prison
The Los Angeles Times reports that a former Fannie Mae specialist in foreclosures was recently sentenced to 15 months in prison for soliciting kickbacks from a real estate broker.
UTA Sports Revised Website
UTA has redesigned its website, allowing members to more easily view upcoming events and recent news items. “The site is easier to read, with images that are bigger, bolder and easier to navigate,” said Joyce Copeland. “Plus we will be updating the site with member photos after this year’s annual...
Three New Members Join UTA
The United Trustees Association welcomes three new members this month: Terri Morales, Jorge Rios-Jimenez, and Gail Windus.