Single-file credit proposal sparks discussion on savings and risks
A proposal to shift from tri-merge credit reports to a single-file model stirs debate over borrower costs and systemic risk, dividing trade associations.
A Comprehensive Checklist for Agents Preparing for Listing Appointments
Discover a thorough appointment checklist for private lenders, complete with essential tips, effective scripts, and vital questions to engage seller clients.
Mortgage Affordability Reaches Four-Year High Following January Rate Decline
Mortgage rate declines have opened refinance options for nearly 5 million borrowers, enhancing housing affordability to a four-year peak, per ICE Mortgage Technology.
Performing vs Non-Performing Notes: A 2026 Guide for Private Mortgage Investors
Performing vs. non-performing notes: how they differ, how each is priced, the servicing requirements for each, and the strategy that determines which fits your portfolio in 2026.
The Benefits of Purpose-Built Software in Mortgage Servicing
Discover how purpose-built servicing software empowers private lenders to enhance MSR retention, automate compliance, lower costs, and elevate borrower satisfaction.
Navigating Seller Financing & Note Investing: An Essential Glossary
A glossary of 15 essential terms for sellers carrying private mortgage notes, note investors, and anyone working in the seller-financed real estate space - from promissory notes and deeds of trust to non-performing notes, yield, and escrow.
Champion Homes Launches 67-Unit Affordable Housing Community in Fresno
Discover how Champion Homes' new affordable community in Fresno demonstrates the potential of manufactured housing for efficient market solutions.
Seven Steps to Enhance Real Estate Referrals via Client Experience
Agents who enhance each phase of the client journey, from discovery to post-closing, foster loyalty and increase referral opportunities for private lenders.
Atlas Real Estate Partners launches small-balance lending platform for RTL market.
Atlas Real Estate Partners has launched A4 Credit Partners, a small-balance mortgage lending platform focused on credit opportunities in the residential transition loan market.
Bed Bath & Beyond’s Parent Company Explores Mortgage Partnerships
Parent company of Bed Bath & Beyond acquires Tokens.com to develop an investment platform, including home loans via partnership with Figure Technologies.