Lisa Cook Defends Against Fraud Claims, Asserts No Intent to Defraud
Criminal referrals lacked thorough investigation, raising concerns among private lenders about potential legal implications and due diligence practices in lending.
REX requests the Supreme Court to revisit its case for consideration.
REX has filed a petition with the Supreme Court seeking a review of the denial of its certiorari writ, potentially impacting private lending practices.
NAR Delegates Vote Against Referral-Fee Disclosure Rule’s Transparency
NAR’s Delegate Body has rejected an amendment for Realtors to disclose referral fees, impacting transparency and ethical practices in the real estate market.
Mortgage Rates Stabilize Amid Growing Debate Over Fed Rate Cuts
Mortgage rates average 6.38% as pending home sales rise by 15% year over year, prompting markets to anticipate potential cuts from the Fed.
FEMA’s Acting Chief David Richardson Steps Down
Richardson's appointment as Administrator follows Hamilton's dismissal, signaling potential shifts in leadership and priorities within the Department of Homeland Security.
10 Investor Reporting Standards for Private Mortgage Note Investors
Private mortgage note investors need ten reporting standards from their servicer to validate cash flow, audit trust accounts, document collateral custody, and stay exit-ready at all times. Each standard closes a distinct risk gap that costs real yield when missing.
Short Sale vs. Foreclosure: Which Recovers More on a Defaulted Hard Money Note?
For most defaulted hard money notes, a short sale recovers more net capital than foreclosure. Compare timelines, process costs, and recovery strategies to choose the right default resolution path — and learn when foreclosure is the correct call.
The Rise of Mortgage Defects and Their Increasing Importance
Mortgage loan defects increased for the second consecutive quarter, primarily due to cash-out refinances and rising eligibility challenges for borrowers.
7 Exit Options for Owner-Financed Note Holders Who Need Liquidity Now
Owner-financed note holders who need immediate capital have at least seven proven options beyond selling the entire note. Learn how partial sales, hypothecation, A/B splits, and payment stream assignments compare on cash speed, income preservation, and complexity — and why professional servicing changes what buyers will pay.
Transitioning from Transactional to Strategic: The Importance of Data and Rentals for Agents
In a stagnant housing market, private lenders can capitalize on the growing rental demand by becoming data-driven advisors to enhance client engagement.