Apartment Rent Increases Noted in Recent Reports
Annual rent growth sees a slight decline to 0.4%, compared to previous months. Explore the latest trends impacting private lending and market dynamics.
Phil Hall Op-Ed: Exploring the Search for New Homes
Explore the age of the housing stock in the U.S., with half built in the 1980s or earlier. Insights into market demand for new homes are discussed.
7 Steps to Seamless Construction Loan Servicing: A Risk Assessment Blueprint
How to Conduct a Comprehensive Risk Assessment for a New Construction Loan in 7 Steps For private mortgage servicing, conducting a thorough risk assessment for new construction loans isn't just a best practice; it's a critical foundation for operational efficiency and investment protection. A [...]
ERA President Alex Vidal reaffirms M&A as a key growth strategy.
ERA is pursuing aggressive M&A strategies for growth, focusing on opportunities from emerging brands, as highlighted by President Alex Vidal.
Texas Court Bothers AML Efforts: Implications and Consequences Explored
Texas court ruling against FinCEN's real estate reporting rule may jeopardize U.S. anti-money laundering initiatives and impact global transparency standards.
Master Lease vs. Seller Financing: The Servicing Key to Fewer Pitfalls
Master Lease with Option vs. Seller Financing: Which Has Fewer Pitfalls? In the dynamic world of real estate investing, traditional bank financing isn't always the perfect fit. Savvy investors and sellers often explore alternative strategies to facilitate transactions, with master leases with an option [...]
Hard Money Loans: The Data Beyond the Score for Better Decisions
Beyond the Credit Score: Alternative Data Sources for Hard Money Loan Decisions In the dynamic world of private mortgage servicing, where agility and keen insight often define success, traditional credit scores can sometimes feel like an incomplete puzzle piece. Especially for hard money lenders, [...]
The Critical Power of Lien Position Due Diligence for Private Lender Recovery
A Private Lender's Recovery: How Prioritizing Due Diligence on Lien Position Saved a High-Value Investment from Default Client Overview Horizon Capital Partners is a well-established private lending firm specializing in high-value commercial real estate financing across various asset classes, including multi-family, retail, and office [...]
Mortgage Rates Rise Amid Increasing Inflation Concerns
Mortgage rates are increasing, posing challenges for the 2026 spring housing market, which must navigate a slowing economy and shifting buyer dynamics.
The 94% Issue: Uncovering MLS Success Rates for Real Estate Agents
Explore how the 94% success rate on MLS reflects only closed sales, excluding unsold listings, providing private lenders with a clearer market insight.