Study Reveals Clear Cooperation’s Impact on Pocket Listings and Sale Prices
A recent study of over 700,000 sales in Dallas Fort Worth reveals off-market homes sold for 1.7% more, though this advantage diminished post-2020.
Opendoor Enters Closing and Escrow through Doma Partnership and Fannie Mae
Opendoor's acquisition of Doma Holdings' closing and escrow operations enhances its capabilities in refinance closings and title automation, benefiting private lenders.
REVERSE Plus Integrates Smartfi Proprietary Products into Loan Analysis Tool
REVERSE enhances ANALYZER Pro by integrating Smartfi's proprietary reverse mortgages, enabling originators to compare multiple options effortlessly.
FICO Tri-Merge Pricing Increased by 1,500% Over Four Years, Reports CHLA
Credit report costs for loans are projected to increase significantly, rising from approximately $50 to around $540 as FICO pricing escalates, impacting private lenders.
Labor Department rule simplifies access to higher-risk 401(k) investments.
The Trump administration's 2020 guidance allows private equity investment in retirement accounts, opening new opportunities for private lenders in the market.
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.
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.
Study Finds Multiple Curative Steps Needed for Title Insurance in Real Estate
ALTA's latest study reveals that extensive title research, curative measures, and fraud prevention are critical for successful real estate transactions.
HousingWire Mortgage Rankings Introduce Benchmark for Originator Performance
HousingWire introduces the Mortgage Rankings, a data-driven tool offering insights into mortgage origination trends, benefiting private lenders in strategic decision-making.
Realtor.com introduces ChatGPT application for home search assistance.
Realtor.com introduces a ChatGPT app featuring limited property previews and restrictions on MLS data use for AI training, affecting private lenders.