In a pilot program announced last week, the Biden administration cleared the way for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to let some homeowners refinance mortgages without paying for title insurance.
Source: Inman News
Biden’s relaxed new Freddie, Fannie refi requirements irk title industry
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