Wells Fargo free to grow again after Fed lifts $1.95T asset cap

Lifting of the asset cap could give the bank greater leeway to originate jumbo mortgages that exceed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s $806,500 conforming loan limit in most markets. Continue reading

$18.5M in fines imposed on former Wells Fargo execs prove elusive

Under new leadership, OCC settles actions against two executives tied to 2016 scandal for $150,000 and won’t say if it will defend court challenge of $10 million fine in a third case. Continue reading

Wells Fargo fined over mortgage loan modification practices

Wells Fargo has agreed to pay a $250M fine after an investigation by federal banking regulators found fault with its practices for helping homeowners with mortgage problems. Continue reading

New program aims to help build wealth in communities of color

Project REACh aims to address economic disparities that hinder wealth creation in underserved communities by supporting community banks. Continue reading