Census Bureau: Household Pulse Survey Phase 3.5 Monthly Data Released
The U.S. Census Bureau today released new data from phase 3.5 of the experimental Household Pulse Survey (HPS). Phase 3.5 includes new questions on timing of positive coronavirus test, use of coronavirus treatments, the experience of long-COVID symptoms, amount of monthly rent and changes in monthly rent, children’s mental health and difficulty with self-care and communicating. Questions…
ABA: Farm Bank Lending Increased to $99.6 Billion in 2021
Farm banks held $14.6 billion in PPP loans, $43.8 billion in small and micro loans Agricultural lending by U.S. farm banks increased 5.5% in 2021 to $99.6 billion, according to the American Bankers Association’s annual Farm Bank Performance Report. The report attributed the change to a 7.5% increase in outstanding loans secured by farmland and…
CDFI Fund: Public Data on CDFI Program Recipients Through 2020 Released
The Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) is releasing fiscal year (FY) 2020 data, which was reported in FY 2021 by Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) via the CDFI Fund’s data collection system, known as the Annual Compliance and Performance Report (ACPR). The release contains public Transaction Level Report (TLR) data detailing how CDFIs…
Census Bureau: New Business Trends and Outlook Survey Announced to Replace the Small Business Pulse Survey
The U.S. Census Bureau today announced the launch of a new experimental survey to measure business conditions on an ongoing basis. The Business Trends and Outlook Survey (BTOS) is the successor to the Small Business Pulse Survey, a high-frequency survey that measured the effect of changing business conditions during the coronavirus pandemic and other major events like…
FHFA: 2021 Report to Congress Issued
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) today released its 2021 Report to Congress. The statutorily-required report provides information about the Agency’s 2021 examinations of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac (the Enterprises), the 11 Federal Home Loan Banks (FHLBanks), and the FHLBanks’ Joint Office of Finance. It also describes FHFA’s actions as conservator of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and provides…
Census Bureau: New Population Estimates by Age, Sex, Race and Hispanic Origin Scheduled for Release June 28th
The U.S. Census Bureau will offer a two-day embargo for members of the media to view the Vintage 2021 population estimates for the nation, states and counties by age, sex, race and Hispanic origin, and for Puerto Rico and its municipios by age and sex. When: Tuesday, June 28 at 10 a.m. EDT to Thursday, June 30…
CFPB: New Report Highlights Experience of Military Families with Medical Billing, Credit Reporting, and Debt Collection
Servicemembers and veterans report problems with coercive credit reporting and false medical bill collections Today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) released its annual report on the top financial concerns facing servicemembers, veterans, and military families, based on the complaints they submitted to the CFPB. Servicemembers told the CFPB about billing inaccuracies and that debt…
HUD: New Online Housing Counseling Locator Tool Released
New online and telephonic technology provides more information and easier access for consumers seeking assistance from HUD-approved housing counseling agencies and national intermediary organizations. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced on Tuesday the implementation of new technology providing expanded information for those seeking assistance from a HUD-approved housing counseling agency. The…
Census Bureau: Enhacements to the Census Address Geocoding Tool Now Available
The U.S. Census Bureau released the newly designed cloud-based Census Geocoder web application that allows for faster and more efficient processing times. This redesign features a more stable environment with scalable and quicker returns, and an enhanced user experience on desktops, tablets and mobile devices. The Census Geocoder is an address lookup tool that allows businesses, governments…