Baird & Warner aims to enhance its presence in Chicago’s market.
The City Collective initiative aims to unite 800 Chicago-based brokers, fostering collaboration and innovation within the independent brokerage community.
Popular Bank Exits the Mortgage Industry
Popular Bank is exiting the U.S. residential mortgage sector to enhance profitability, closing four New York branches as part of this strategic shift.
Click n’ Close Provides Complimentary USDA Loan Extensions
Click n’ Close provides free lock extensions for USDA loans, aiding private lenders in effectively managing their pipelines amid ongoing government shutdown challenges.
11 Unfavorable Loan Terms Private Lenders Must Catch Before Funding
Hidden clauses cost private lenders more than high rates. Here are 11 unfavorable private mortgage loan terms that erode capital, trigger defaults, and impair note resale value.
Seller Carry vs. Lease Options: Which Is Better for Private Lenders?
Seller carry transfers title at closing and creates an immediate mortgage obligation. A lease option keeps the seller as owner until the option is exercised. This guide compares both structures on regulatory complexity, default risk, liquidity, and servicing requirements for private lenders.
Broker Working Group Advocates for Reforms at NAR
A coalition of 15 brokerage leaders advocates for enhanced transparency and reform within the National Association of Realtors, aiming to reshape industry standards.
Manufactured Housing: A Sustainable Solution for Affordable Housing
Congressional members recently observed manufactured housing, a promising sector aimed at addressing the nation’s affordable homeownership and rental challenges.
The Misunderstanding Behind the Concept of a Realtor Tax Explained
Explore the misconceptions surrounding the affordability crisis in real estate. A critical look at claims tying inflated prices to Realtors® and the need for clarity.
9 Exit Options for Seller-Financed Note Holders
Seller-financed note holders have nine exit paths available -- from immediate full sales to borrower-driven refinances at full face value. This guide covers all nine options, ranked by liquidity speed, with verdicts on when each makes sense and how professional servicing affects your proceeds across every route.
Home sales appear robust, but underlying factors may present challenges.
Recent housing data reveals volatility influenced by holiday season effects and an AWS outage, significantly impacting pending sales and inventory levels.