Real Brokerage Achieves $2B Revenue as Business Strategy Gains Momentum
Real's platform-first strategy positions it for organic growth in a challenging market, as existing home sales stay below historical norms, impacting private lenders.
Nine strategies to cultivate mortgage referral clients and expand your pipeline.
Discover effective mortgage client referral strategies to consistently engage and support your referral sources, enhancing relationships and driving growth.
UWM and Chase Introduce Temporary Mortgage Pricing Incentives
UWM offers 75 bps off refinances and a $600 appraisal credit, while Chase promotes a rate sale, providing competitive options for private lenders.
Property Taxes and Insurance Constitute 21% of Mortgage Payments
A Neighbors Bank report reveals that property taxes and homeowners insurance comprise an average of 21% of monthly mortgage payments across nearly 450 metros.
The High Cost of “Flexible” Hard Money Loan Servicing
Hard money lenders who rely on informal private mortgage note servicing carry full TILA and RESPA compliance obligations without the systems to meet them. Here is what that gap actually costs — in regulatory exposure, escrow failures, and lost investor capital.
Performing Notes in 2026: An Anchor of Stability for Mortgage Servicing Amidst Shifting Rates
Performing private mortgage notes are the most stable segment of the private lending market in 2026. While rate volatility disrupts new originations and refinancing, well-underwritten performing notes deliver consistent cash flows and predictable servicing operations. Here is what is driving that stability and how to press the advantage.
Origination Compliance: The Foundation for Flawless Loan Servicing
Origination errors do not stay contained to the closing table. Disclosure mistakes, weak underwriting files, and incorrect escrow setups all resurface during servicing, often years later. Here is what private lenders and brokers need to get right at the start.
Agent Shifts: 16% Changed Brokerages, Yet Sales Volume Remains Steady
A significant shift in the real estate market reveals that 16% of agents switched brokerages, generating $590B in volume and highlighting top brands' 1.8% growth.
Expensive Housing Markets: A Study of Their Rapid Growth Trends
Higher-priced metros see faster sales despite high prices, revealing a paradox in median days on market as purchasing power influences demand dynamics.
UWM and Bilt Collaborate to Enhance the Mortgage Servicing Experience
United Wholesale Mortgage collaborates with Bilt to enhance borrower loyalty and broker retention, leveraging rewards to attract high-intent homebuyers.