Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection Issues Final Rule on Seasoned QM Loans

Summary

The Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection is creating a new category of qualified mortgages, known as Seasoned QMs, to provide additional protections for consumers and ensure access to affordable mortgage credit.

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