The Single Family Premium Collection Subsystem-Upfront (SFPCS-U) is used by lenders to remit Upfront Mortgage Insurance Premiums using funds obtained from the borrower during the closing of the mortgage transaction at settlement.
There is an increase in the number of lenders to account for all FHA-approved lenders. HUD has decreased its estimate of burden hours per response because the transactions are all electronic.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.