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CFPB releases video to explain mortgage forbearance

Federal Issues CFPB Covid-19 Mortgages Forbearance CARES Act

Federal Issues

On April 3, the CFPB announced the release of a video, which seeks to explain mortgage forbearance provided pursuant to the CARES Act. The announcement provides links to additional resources for consumers experiencing financial hardship due to the Covid-19 pandemic. In addition to the video, the resources include (i) mortgage relief, covered by InfoBytes here; (ii) student loans, covered by InfoBytes here; (iii) warning about scams; and (iv) “[o]nline and mobile banking tips for beginners.” Also on April 3, the Bureau updated guidance entitled Protect yourself financially from the impact of the coronavirus.