Statement: Nomination of Scott Turner to Department of Housing and Urban Development
WASHINGTON — Seth Appleton, President of U.S. Mortgage Insurers (USMI), the association representing the nation’s leading private mortgage insurance (MI) companies, issued the following statement on the nomination of Scott Turner to lead the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD):
“USMI applauds the nomination of Scott Turner as the next HUD Secretary. Scott is a distinguished leader whose housing, community development, non-profit, and public service experience prepare him well for this important role. Known for his passion for economic empowerment, Scott has consistently demonstrated a deep dedication to uplifting underserved communities. As a former colleague, I am confident that with his leadership and results-driven approach, Scott is poised to make a profound impact at HUD and I commend the President-elect for nominating him. USMI and the private mortgage insurance industry look forward to working with Scott Turner as HUD Secretary to foster a coordinated and robust housing finance system that prudently enables sustainable homeownership for American families.”
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U.S. Mortgage Insurers (USMI) is dedicated to a housing finance system backed by private capital that enables access to housing finance for borrowers while protecting taxpayers. Mortgage insurance offers an effective way to make mortgage credit available to more people. USMI is ready to help build the future of homeownership. Learn more at www.usmi.org.
