HUD Seeks Public Comment on CBAs

HUD released a request for public feedback on proposed changes to the "required use" provisions of RESPA Section 8.  The public comments are due September 1, 2010.  Click here for more information.  

Privity Rule at Issue in Indiana

The Indiana Supreme Court recently held that a title agent not in privity of contract with the insured can be liable to a non-insured on a title insurance commitment.

Ninth Circuit Sides with NAILTA

The U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has agreed with NAILTA, which filed an amicus brief in support of the borrower-plaintiff in a pending RESPA class action lawsuit against First American Title Insurance Company.