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CFPB’s Action May Lead to Restitution Checks for Certain Reverse Mortgage Borrowers
CFPB uncovers illegal servicing practices by NOVAD and Sutherland, resulting in $11.5 million for reverse mortgage borrowers. Impact on private lenders assessed.
Strategic Late Fees: Boosting Private Lender Profitability
The Financial Model: How Late Fees Contribute to Private Lender Profitability The Financial Model: How Late Fees Contribute to Private Lender Profitability In the dynamic world of private mortgage lending, every element of a loan's structure plays a crucial role in its overall profitability [...]
Foreign Investment Sustains Momentum in U.S. Real Estate Market
Foreign investors are fueling the U.S. real estate market with cash purchases, leveraging favorable rates and long-term strategies despite rising mortgage rates.
Navigating Seller Financing & Note Investing: An Essential Glossary
Seller Carryback (or Seller Financing) Seller carryback, often referred to as seller financing, occurs when the seller of a property acts as the lender, providing a loan to the buyer for a portion or all of the purchase price. Instead of the buyer obtaining [...]
The 2026 Regulatory Outlook for Private Mortgage Servicing
Regulatory Changes Impacting Private Lending: A 2026 Outlook The private lending landscape has experienced remarkable growth, offering flexible financing options for a diverse array of borrowers and attractive returns for investors. However, with expansion often comes increased scrutiny, and the world of private mortgage [...]
7 Critical Documents Every Private Lender Needs for Year-End Reporting
7 Critical Documents Every Private Lender Needs for Year-End Reporting As the year draws to a close, private mortgage lenders, brokers, and investors often find themselves wrestling with a mountain of paperwork. Year-end reporting for private mortgages isn't just a tedious administrative task; it's [...]
CoStar Warns That Selling Homes.com Could Inflict Severe Damage
CoStar refutes activist investor demands to divest Homes.com, emphasizing the platform's network advantages and successful investment phase completion.
Illinois Legislation Introduces New Disclosure Requirements for Private Real Estate Listings
Illinois legislation mandates that most home listings be posted online within a day unless sellers choose to opt out, impacting visibility and market dynamics.
Advisers May Embrace the Underutilized Reverse Mortgage Line of Credit
Reverse mortgage lines of credit are often overlooked in retirement strategies due to concerns about risks and public perception among financial advisers.