Property Assessed Clean Energy

CFPB chief welcomes GOP focus on restructuring of agency

07/30/20

Kathy Kraninger told the House Financial Services Committee that she supports proposed action to revamp the bureau's leadership framework following a major Supreme Court decision.

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Goldman unbuttons its collar; PACE loan rules coming

03/06/19

The white-shoe firm is relaxing its “stuffy” dress code for a more “flexible” one; the CFPB plans to toughen rules on energy-saving project lenders.

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CFPB moves one step closer to regulating clean energy loans

03/04/19

Following a congressional mandate, the consumer bureau solicited public feedback on Property Assessed Clean Energy loans, which have been deemed risky by the Federal Housing Administration.

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Amalgamated buys loan portfolio tied to energy efficiency projects

03/01/19

The bank gained $45 million in PACE financings, which let homeowners pay back the costs of efficiency projects over time.

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CleanFund paves way to AAA on commercial PACE securitization

07/31/18

Most providers of property assessed clean energy financing shoot for relatively modest credit ratings in the securitization market. But CleanFund wanted to set itself apart.

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New tactic in lawsuit against PACE providers: Breach of contract

04/17/18

A class action filed last week alleges that Renovate America and Renew Financial failed to provide consumer protections promised to L.A. County, that this constitutes elder abuse, and the county is complicit.

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FHA ceases approvals of PACE loans, citing taxpayer risk

12/07/17

The ban on financing properties encumbered by heating and cooling assessments will go into effect in 20 days, according to the Federal Housing Administration.

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