Brokerages, including Hanna and Windermere, resolve home seller commission lawsuits.
Judge Bough approves $39.7M settlements for five brokerages, influencing 2.7M claims in a nationwide commission lawsuit, with implications for private lenders.
Real Estate Week: Analyzing Key Highlights and Setbacks
Discover key developments affecting commercial real estate, from sports venue evictions to significant retail changes, and their implications for private lenders.
Redfin Launches ChatGPT Application for Real Estate Searches
Explore Redfin's new ChatGPT app that enables property listing searches and housing trend analysis using advanced conversational AI technology.
7 Critical Documents: Private Lender Year-End Reporting Essentials
7 Critical Documents Every Private Lender Needs for Year-End Reporting As a private lender, broker, or investor in the private mortgage space, the end of the year isn't just a time for holiday cheer; it's a critical juncture for meticulous financial reporting. Year-end reporting [...]
Rocket and Redfin Launch First Joint Super Bowl Ad Emphasizing Community
Rocket and Redfin's Super Bowl ad highlights how moving affects families, emphasizing the crucial role of community support during transitions.
Judge Rejects Compass’s Request for Injunction on Zillow Listing Policy
Federal judge rules against Compass, permitting Zillow to maintain its listing access policy amid ongoing antitrust litigation, impacting industry dynamics.
The issue lies in professionalism, not your listing, your lead.
"Redirecting buyer inquiries from listing agents to advertisers can impede transparency and slow down the process, ultimately harming consumer interests in real estate."
CFPB’s Action May Lead to Restitution Checks for Certain Reverse Mortgage Borrowers
CFPB uncovers illegal servicing practices by NOVAD and Sutherland, resulting in $11.5 million for reverse mortgage borrowers. Impact on private lenders assessed.
How Late Fees Build Private Lender Profitability: The Full Financial Picture
Late fees on private mortgage notes are more than a deterrent for slow payers. Structured correctly and administered by a compliant servicer, they recover real operational costs, offset capital deployment disruption, and contribute a predictable revenue component to your portfolio's return model.
Foreign Investment Sustains Momentum in U.S. Real Estate Market
Foreign investors are fueling the U.S. real estate market with cash purchases, leveraging favorable rates and long-term strategies despite rising mortgage rates.