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Court invalidates foreclosures based on ineffective mortgage assignments

  • Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP
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  • USA
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  • March 11 2011

A recent court decision held that a foreclosure in Massachusetts that a clear chain of title must be established to show that the party foreclosing is the valid holder of the mortgage. Although the decision is binding only in Massachusetts, the case illustrates the importance for lenders and securitisation trustees of understanding state foreclosure laws and hold all relevant documents before entering foreclosure proceedings

Housing and Economic Recovery Act

  • Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP
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  • USA
  • -
  • August 19 2008

On July 30, in response to the continuing housing and credit crisis, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 (H.R. 3221) (the “Act”) was signed into law