Declining mortgage rates contribute to stable new home sales
New home sales surge to 737,000, reflecting an 18.7% annual increase. Declining mortgage rates near 6% contribute to improved market conditions for private lenders.
RESPA Compliance for Affiliated Business Arrangements in Seller Financing
Understanding Affiliated Business Arrangements in Seller Financing Under RESPA Understanding Affiliated Business Arrangements in Seller Financing Under RESPA The landscape of real estate finance is constantly evolving, and seller financing has emerged as a flexible and often crucial tool, especially in markets where traditional [...]
Mid-Atlantic Home Sales Experience Marginal Increase of 0.1%
"Explore the latest insights on buyer demand and market choices as home sales in the Mid-Atlantic show minimal growth, highlighting evolving trends."
Lawmakers propose limitations on private listings in Washington.
Washington lawmakers propose a bill to limit private real estate listings, focusing on enhanced transparency and improved public access to property information.
Rising Costs of Retirement Comfort Leave Many Financially Unprepared
Survey insights reveal a significant disconnect between retirees' comfort level expectations and their actual financial preparedness, highlighting risks for private lenders.
Max Stokes departs Fox & Stokes to establish a new team in New Jersey.
Stokes is forming a specialist team under his own brand while continuing at Compass, shifting focus from the mega-team model to enhance personalized service.
TILA’s Right of Rescission: What Private Lenders Must Know
TILA's Right of Rescission gives borrowers three business days to cancel mortgage transactions secured by their primary residence. Private lenders who mishandle disclosures face an extended rescission window of up to three years. Learn when it applies, how the notice requirement works, and what practices eliminate rescission risk.
New Home Sales Rise 18.7% Year-Over-Year
"Amid a federal government shutdown, new home sales show a significant year-over-year increase, highlighting trends valuable for private lenders."
Kansas Legislators Evaluate Proposed Limits on Property Tax Assessments
"Explore the implications of a proposed cap on property tax assessments in Kansas and how it may affect private lenders and real estate investments."
NAMB Calls on FHA to Eliminate Lifetime Mortgage Insurance Requirement
NAMB calls for the FHA to eliminate its lifetime mortgage insurance rule, highlighting outdated policies and enhanced financial conditions for the MMI Fund.