Report: Fixer-Uppers Attract More Page Views Than Similar Older Homes
Fixer-uppers attract significant interest, listed at a median price of $200,000—54% below the average for single-family homes. Explore the report for insights.
Smartfi Home Loans Closes Its Retail Division
Smartfi Home Loans, a leading reverse mortgage lender, shifts focus from retail to wholesale operations, prompting the departure of retail president Paul Fiore.
Pulte Reports Termination of FHFA’s Equitable Housing Committee
Discover how the ACAESH aims to enhance affordable housing initiatives, fostering equity and sustainability in the mortgage industry for private lenders.
Compass-Anywhere unifies $9B mortgage joint ventures in a single platform.
The Compass–Anywhere merger streamlines mortgage operations, enhancing efficiency for private lenders through partnerships with Guaranteed Rate Affinity and OriginPoint.
NAR Responds to Whittman Antitrust Lawsuit Regarding Membership Structure
Private lenders should note that D.C. broker William Whittman is suing the NAR and local Realtor associations regarding the contentious three-way membership agreement.
Growth in Commercial and Multifamily Mortgage Debt Observed in Q2
Commercial and multifamily mortgage debt rose to $4.88 trillion, with multifamily loans increasing to $2.19 trillion, indicating steady growth in the sector.
Challenges in Mortgage Compliance Impact 60% of Lenders
Survey reveals 60% of organizations grapple with mortgage compliance issues, while two-thirds report discrepancies in monthly loan payments, highlighting industry challenges.
Effective Cold Calling Scripts for Real Estate Lead Generation and Tools
Discover 11 effective real estate cold calling scripts to enhance client engagement and foster meaningful conversations in the competitive market.
Florida Sees Significant Increase in Pending Home Sales
Explore trends in Florida's real estate market, including a slight decrease in home prices alongside a notable increase in pending sales, impacting lending strategies.
Homebuyer Files Lawsuit Against Zillow for Alleged Deceptive Practices
Homebuyers allege deceptive practices against Zillow, seeking class-action status and compensation of up to $25,000 per person in this emerging case.