Fathom Holdings Achieves 38% Revenue Growth and Expands Ancillary Services
Private lenders experienced a significant revenue increase of 38% to $115.3 million, alongside a 24% rise in agent count and a 23% growth in transactions.
10 Investor Reporting Practices for Small and Mid-Size Private Lenders
Ten investor reporting practices small and mid-size private lenders use to keep capital partners funded — covering remittance accuracy, delinquency disclosure, trust-account reconciliation, year-end tax forms, and investor portal access.
NAR’s MLS Reforms Empower Local Markets: Essential Insights.
NAR's repeal of 18 MLS policies aims to reduce antitrust risks, granting local MLSs greater authority over listings, membership, and enforcement practices.
7 Workout Strategies Private Lenders Use to Turn Distressed Loans Into Wins
Foreclosure is the most expensive and least controllable path available to private lenders. These 7 borrower workout strategies — from loan modification to deed-in-lieu to note sale — give private lenders faster, cheaper, and more controlled paths to default resolution.
Freddie Mac Introduces Innovative Quality Control Platform
Quality Control Advisor Plus streamlines QC processes by integrating multiple systems and leveraging technology to automate loan review and remediation efficiently.
Weekly Housing Demand Increases by Double Digits Amid Economic Uncertainty
Weekly pending home sales increased by 15.36% year over year, with purchase applications up 31%, driven by mortgage rates under 6.64%.
Kevin Sears Wraps Up NAR Presidency with Strategic Highlights and Praise
Kevin Sears concludes his NAR presidency, emphasizing strategic planning to address ongoing industry challenges and shaping future private lending opportunities.
New-Home Mortgage Applications Decline by 2.6% in October
Mortgage applications for new-home purchases decreased by 2.6%, yet new-home sales increased, fueled by lower rates and greater adoption of ARMs.
Lenders Express Optimism for Growth in Future Mortgage Originations
Despite current high rates and prices, private lenders remain optimistic, anticipating a rebound in U.S. mortgage originations driven by market resilience.
8 Mortgage Delinquency Workout Strategies for Private Note Investors
When borrowers go delinquent, private lenders have more options than foreclosure. These 8 workout strategies protect note value and recover capital faster.