Marshalling of assets compels a senior creditor with claims against multiple properties to satisfy its debt from assets unavailable to junior creditors first. For private mortgage investors holding junior liens, this equitable doctrine is a critical recovery tool—but only when identified and pursued before the foreclosure sale concludes.
Title insurance protects private mortgage note holders against hidden liens, forged deeds, and undisclosed encumbrances in seller-financed deals. Learn what coverage belongs in every seller-carryback transaction.
Discover 11 effective strategies agents can implement to accurately price properties in a low-turnover market, enhancing demand and competitiveness.
Market downturns expose every weakness in a private mortgage note portfolio. This guide shows lenders, brokers, and investors how to audit their seller-financed notes, communicate proactively with borrowers, tighten underwriting standards, and leverage professional servicing to preserve asset value when economic conditions deteriorate.
State-level mortgage servicing regulations are tightening across the country, and private mortgage lenders are now responsible for adapting their Standard Operating Procedures to stay compliant. This post covers what the new requirements actually cover, how they affect operations and investor relationships, and the practical steps lenders should take to close compliance gaps before a regulator identifies them first.
Magistrate suggests dismissing the Zea antitrust case against NAR due to weak pleadings and questionable AI-generated citations, impacting private lenders.
Mississippi and Alabama laws permit buyer tours without signed agreements, creating tensions with NAR settlement as other states consider similar legislation.
Lawsuit claims a data breach exposed US Mortgage employee information, citing inadequate security measures and delayed notification, seeking $5 million in reforms.
Appreciation Homes unveils a new investment vehicle focused on single-family rentals, highlighting a significant opportunity in the real estate market.
KB Home's Q1 revenue fell 23% with gross margins at 15.3%, prompting reductions in Q2 and full-year guidance due to escalating market uncertainties.
