Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA)

Kristy Fercho, executive vice president and head of home lending at Wells Fargo, is the new chairman.

MBA's Mortgage Credit Availability Index rose 1.5% last month, the third consecutive monthly increase.

Says its advocacy, partnerships & connections will help increase opportunities for minority borrowers

Seasonally Adjusted, The Market Composite Index Rose Just 0.3%

Promotes Amber Lawrence From Position As Associate Director Of Career Development Programs

Index Posts Second Consecutive Monthly Increase