Builders Exhibit Increased Confidence in the Housing Market
Rising long-term interest rates are dampening homebuyer demand, impacting the housing market as builders express slight confidence amidst economic shifts.
Redfin Introduces Early Access Category for Pre-Market Listings
Redfin introduces Early Access, a new search category for exclusive listings, allowing buyers to preview homes before they hit the broader market.
TurboHome Develops Interactive Prediction Game for San Francisco Housing Market
Explore how TurboHome's new interactive prediction game engages participants in the San Francisco housing market, offering competitive ranking and prizes.
West Shore Home Expands Its Presence in New England Markets
West Shore Home's expansion into New England signals growth opportunities for private lenders in the remodeling sector amid increasing market demand.
Brokerages Reclaiming Data in the Competition for Listings
MLS leaders and brokers assess syndication, listing control, governance, and AI usage rights as listing data evolves into a key revenue source for platforms.
Performing vs Non-Performing Note Investing
The strategic differences between performing and non-performing private mortgage note investing - yield profiles, capital requirements, risk concentration, and servicing demands compared side by side.
How to Rehab a Non-Performing Note
A six-step workflow for returning a non-performing private mortgage note to performing status - from file diagnosis through the exit decision - with documented artifacts at every stage.
7 Warning Signs a Note Is Going Non-Performing
Seven specific signals — partial payments, communication blackout, third-party insurance or tax draws, address changes, escrow shortfall, payment-date drift, and forbearance requests — predict non-performance before a borrower misses a full payment. Here is what to watch for and when to escalate.
Broker-Originated vs Direct Private Lending: Compliance Risk Trade-Offs
Broker-originated and direct private lending each move compliance risk to a different address. Compare SAFE Act exposure, RESPA Section 8 review, fraud responsibility, and document QC overhead so you can build the channel your operation can actually support.
NSC Broker Onboarding: 45-Minute Workflow Cut to 1 Minute
Note Servicing Center cut broker-channel onboarding from 45 minutes to 1 minute through NMLS API automation, rule-based intake, and exception-only human review — without weakening the compliance audit trail.