DFI Press Releases
Press releases issued by the Washington State Department of Financial Institutions.
- March 29, 2017
State Partners with National Cyber Security Alliance to Teach Washington Businesses How To Secure Sensitive Information and Avoid Data Breaches
“Understanding Cyber Security: 5 Steps to Protect Your Data” topic of the day for businesses attending first cyber security event hosted by The Department of Financial Institutions - December 8, 2016
DFI Settles Charges Against Unlicensed Lender Using Disability and Retirement Pensions for Repayment
Future Income Payments, LLC, formerly Pensions, Annuities and Settlements LLC, will cease entering into transactions requiring licensure, pay costs and expenses, and refund fees and interest to Washington consumers - November 29, 2016
Roberta Hollinshead Named Director of Banks
New DFI Division of Banks appointee will continue DFI’s commitment of ensuring a safe and sound banking industry in Washington State - October 26, 2016
DFI Enters Charges Against Five Businesses - Seeks To Prohibit Use Of False, Deceptive, And Misleading Mortgage Advertising
Four mortgage lenders, one mortgage broker, and six control persons charged; Department seeks future advertising compliance, $700,000 in fines, and recovery of investigative costs and fees - October 3, 2016
Washington DFI Earns Bank and Mortgage Reaccreditation
Reaccreditations recognizes DFI’s high regulatory standards and practices - August 25, 2016
Ocwen Resolves Licensing Issues with DFI
Company will no longer use unlicensed offshore companies to service Washington loans - April 14, 2016
DFI Settles Charges With Quicken Loans
Quicken Loans Agrees To Contribute $250,000 To Financial Education