Milliman Expands MSR Services with MorVest Acquisition
Milliman's acquisition of MorVest Capital boosts its mortgage servicing rights, enhancing valuation and risk management services for private lenders.
Buyer’s Agent Commission Increases Amid New Settlement Regulations
Recent adjustments in commission structures, following new National Association of Realtors guidelines, may impact private lenders and their market strategies.
Court to rule on Compass’s injunction regarding Zillow’s listing policy.
Judge Vargas will determine the outcome of Compass’s injunction against Zillow’s listing policy as both parties present their legal conclusions.
The Dangers of Opaque Servicing in Private Loan Investments
Opaque servicing in private mortgage note investments erodes returns through undetected fee errors, commingled escrow accounts, and late default notices. Learn the three operational failures that signal a transparency problem, what to demand before boarding any note with a servicer, and how to protect your capital with the right reporting standards.
Decline in Mortgage Rates Spurs Refinance Retention to Record Levels
Falling interest rates have driven servicer refinance retention to a 3.5-year high, indicating potential opportunities for private lenders in the current market.
Housing demand approaches three-year high amid improved spreads.
Mortgage purchase applications reach a three-year peak, fueled by better spreads and declining rates, marking 18 consecutive weeks of growth.
The Strategic Edge: How Expert Private Mortgage Servicing Transforms Realtor & Wholesaler Partnerships
Expert private mortgage servicing gives realtors and wholesalers the compliance infrastructure, technology, and professional intermediation they need to refer private note deals with confidence. Learn how specialized servicing protects every party — and drives consistent deal flow.
Title Insurance for Private Mortgage Notes: Your Investment’s Best Defense
A lender's title insurance policy protects private mortgage note holders against hidden liens, forged documents, and recording errors that survive due diligence. Learn what it covers, when it applies, and why every originated or acquired note requires documented coverage to preserve collateral value and lien priority.
Proactive Disclosure: Your Key to Dispute-Free Private Mortgage Profits
Proactive disclosure stops private mortgage disputes before they start. Private lenders and note investors who communicate clearly from day one face fewer complaints, lower litigation costs, and stronger borrower relationships that protect portfolio profitability.
Private Lender Disclosures: Compliance, Clarity, and Confidence
Private lender disclosures protect your capital and eliminate disputes before they start. This guide covers every required disclosure for private mortgage notes — from origination through the full servicing lifecycle — with practical compliance frameworks for professional lenders.