Op-Eds

CHLA Executive Director Scott Olson opposes the extension of the Community Reinvestment Act to independent mortgage banks.

In a Scotsman Guide Op-ed, CHLA Executive Director explains why lenders benefit from fintech service providers like ICE and Black Knight – but nevertheless CHLA… Read More »scotsman guide: An Invisible Monopoly Isn’t Needed In the Mortgage Process

Scott Olson, CHLA’s Executive Director, explains why CHLA and CMLA merged in an oped that cites past accomplishments and CHLA’s vision going forward.

A CHLA Op-ed in National Mortgage News features a detailed policy plan to modernize FHA, including expediting IT upgrades, giving FHA higher pay scale authority,… Read More »national mortgage news Op-ed – Modernizing FHA for the 21st century

CHLA’s Executive Director Scott Olson explains how well the HERA legislation, which established the framework for the conservatorship of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mae, has… Read More »housing wire:  Is it time to bring Fannie and Freddie out of conservatorship

In a National Mortgage News oped, CHLA Executive Director summarizes this week’s CHLA comment letter on FHFA proposed seller/servicer financial requirements – suggesting changes to… Read More »National mortgage News: CHLA Oped recommending changes to FHFA proposal to protect smaller lenders