The FDIC confirmed that the CFPB's guidance on the mortgage loan originator compensation rules (reported in the April 3, 2012 edition of the Alert) is applicable to FDIC-regulated banks and has directed its banks to ensure that their policies and procedures are consistent with the CFPB's compensation rules. Click here for the financial institution letter.

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