Minnesota Mayors Attribute Property Tax Increases to State Spending Practices
Minnesota mayors criticize state spending as a cause for rising property taxes, impacting families and businesses. Explore the details of their concerns.
Bank of America Designates $10 Million for Zero-Interest Loans to LA Wildfire Victims
Genesis LA is set to provide loans aimed at enhancing homeownership and boosting economic growth in Altadena and Pasadena, benefiting local nonprofits.
reAlpha Tech Corp. Completes Acquisition of InstaMortgage
reAlpha is set to enhance its portfolio by acquiring InstaMortgage for approximately $8.5 million, marking a strategic move in the evolving mortgage landscape.
Private Mortgage Note Management: The Engine of Repeat Business
Rigorous private mortgage note management is the foundation of repeat business in private lending. Learn how accurate payment tracking, proactive escrow monitoring, and consistent borrower communication convert one-time borrowers into long-term clients and referral sources for lenders, brokers, and investors.
The AI Edge: Smarter Risk Assessment for Hard Money Lending
AI-powered underwriting gives hard money lenders faster, more accurate risk assessment. Learn how predictive analytics, automated collateral valuation, and fraud detection strengthen private mortgage portfolios.
Private Lenders: Reduce Litigation Risk 30% With Proactive Disclosure Management
A private lending fund specializing in hard money and bridge financing cut litigation risk by 30% after partnering with Note Servicing Center to implement a proactive disclosure management framework. This case study details how standardized borrower communications, automated disclosure triggers, and an immutable audit trail replaced a fragmented servicing approach and resolved the root cause of most borrower disputes.
Strategies Behind The Loan Store’s Volume Growth in a Competitive Market
Company's origination volume surged to $8.2 billion in nine months, securing a position as the fourth-largest wholesale lender in the U.S. market.
Mortgage Rates Decline, Yet Relief Expected to Be Limited in Upcoming Years
Mortgage rates have decreased from slightly above 7% to around 6.2% as the holiday season approaches, with 2026 forecasts indicating minimal changes ahead.
MBA forecasts modest growth as inflation and interest rates rise.
MBA's December forecast anticipates a 1.6% economic growth in 2025, with a 35% likelihood of a recession within the next year, affecting private lenders.
U.S. mortgage delinquencies experience significant increase in November
U.S. mortgage delinquencies increased significantly in November, reaching a four-year high, largely influenced by seasonal calendar effects impacting borrowers.