AVMs are built for conventional residential volume — not for the thin markets, non-conforming assets, and borrower improvements that define private mortgage collateral. Lenders relying on AVM output alone carry distorted LTV ratios and flawed workout signals. A layered valuation strategy closes the gap.
MidOcean Partners collaborates with Point in a $600 million acquisition of home equity assets, highlighting a strategic move within the private lending sector.
William Raveis enhances its offerings with AI innovations, wealth management services, and anticipates changes to NAR membership, paving the way for future growth.
The monthly P&I statement is the most diagnostic document in private mortgage note due diligence. Learn how to read payment history, verify servicer accuracy, and use statement data to make sound acquisition and portfolio decisions.
Kiavi expands its reach to four new states, enhancing its AI-driven real estate investment platform and servicing a total of 49 states for private lenders.
Private mortgage note investors who treat property valuation as a one-time event get hurt when rates move. This article covers the three core valuation methods, how rate shifts affect collateral value and DCF models, and the stress-testing strategies that protect note portfolio recovery outcomes through any rate cycle.
New York law prohibits right-to-list agreements, imposes penalties for their recording, and enables removal from property records to safeguard homeowners.
Private mortgage servicers that explain loan terms in plain language reduce defaults, build borrower trust, and protect note holder returns. Discover the communication disciplines -- from amortization explanations to proactive balloon notices -- that keep private mortgage notes performing.
United Holding Corp. plans to acquire Two Harbors Investment Corp. in an all-stock transaction valued at $1.3 billion, redefining the real estate investment landscape.
Rocket's acquisition of Redfin and Lower's Movoto deal indicate intensified competition in the real estate portal market, posing challenges to Zillow's dominance.
