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Glossaries

Whether communicating in English or another language, using accurate and consistent terminology can improve the mortgage process for all parties involved. The Consumer Financial Protection  Bureau, FHFA, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac have collaborated to create standardized glossaries in Spanish and traditional Chinese. Glossaries in Vietnamese, Korean, and Tagalog are now available. ​

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's Glossaries of English-Spanish and English-Chinese Financial Terms are also available at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau website.

English Translated Glossary
Failure to comply Incumplimiento
Fair and Accurate Credit Transaction Act of 2003 (FACTA) Ley de Transacciones de Crédito Justas y Exactas de 2003 (FACTA, por sus siglas en inglés)
Fair Credit and Charge Card Disclosure Act of 1988 Ley de Divulgación Justa sobre Tarjetas de Crédito y de Cargo de 1988
Fair Credit Billing Act Ley de Facturación Justa de Crédito
Fair Credit Reporting Act Ley de Informes de Crédito Justos

 

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

This Mortgage Translations clearinghouse is intended to serve as a resource for institutions serving consumers with limited proficiency in English. The material presented is for informational purposes only. FHFA is not liable for any inaccuracies in translated materials or misunderstandings due to language usage or dialect. The Mortgage Translations clearinghouse may include material created by parties other than FHFA. While the Mortgage Translations clearinghouse provides a centralized location for relevant materials and information, FHFA does not endorse or guarantee the accuracy of any such third-party materials and information. Recent updates to third-party materials and information may not be reflected immediately on the Mortgage Translations clearinghouse. ​

Last updated:  December 2, 2022​​