Featured Articles
Message from Consumer Services Director Cindy Fazio
Quarterly message and update from Division of Consumer Services Director Cindy Fazio.
A Look Back at 2020
A look back at 2020 for the Division of Consumer Services.
Moratorium Updates
A recap of some of the more relevant changes that are still in effect that may impact Division of Consumer Services licensees and consumers.
Permissible Investments Plain Talk
What are Permissible Investments regulations? And why do state regulators place so much emphasis on them?
From the Field - Common Exam Findings
Common examination findings from the field.
Preparing for an Examination
Tips for preparing for an examination.
Industry Updates
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Mortgage Industry Updates
Updates for the mortgage industry.
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Check Casher and Seller Updates
Updates for Check Cashers and Sellers.
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Escrow Updates
Updates for the Escrow industry.
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Money Services Update
Updates for the Money Services industry.
Rulemaking Updates
Consumer Services has not filed any new rulemakings.
Visit DFI's Rulemaking Webpage for rulemaking activity impacting other DFI industries.
Legislative Update
SB 5077 was introduced in the Washington State Senate this session. This bill would remove the requirement for Mortgage Loan Originators to license their residence as a branch location.
HB 1104 was introduced in the Washington State House this session. This bill would extend the Mortgage Lending Fraud Account (MLFA) to June 30, 2027. The MLFA was established to fund criminal prosecution of fraudulent activities related to mortgage lending. The MLFA was set to expire on June 30, 2021.
