Mortgage Rates May Rise Even with a Federal Reserve Rate Cut
Federal Reserve's anticipated interest rate cut may not lead to lower mortgage rates; possible increases may arise based on Powell's policy signals.
Foreclosure Risk Assessment: How Due Diligence Protects Note Buyers
Thorough due diligence is the primary defense note buyers have against foreclosure losses. Learn how to examine loan tapes, verify collateral, review servicing history, confirm legal enforceability, and audit property obligations before acquiring any private mortgage note.
Greystar Launches Pre-Leasing for New High-Rise Community in Denver
Explore Greystar's new high-rise community in Denver, featuring residential units and 4,100 sq ft of retail space, poised to attract diverse tenants.
Housing Act Removed from NDAA Initiates Response from Trade Groups
The exclusion of The ROAD to Housing Act from the final House text of the NDAA raises important implications for private lenders in the housing market.
Critical Red Flags in Private Mortgage Note Due Diligence: When to Walk Away
Learn the four due diligence categories that expose private mortgage note investors to the most risk—and the specific red flags that warrant walking away.
Escrow Disclosures: A Private Servicer’s Complete Compliance Guide
Private mortgage servicers must master two RESPA-mandated escrow disclosures. This guide covers required timelines, content rules, and the compliance consequences of getting it wrong.
Tactical Due Diligence for Partially Performing Notes in Private Mortgage Servicing
A tactical due diligence framework for partially performing private mortgage notes. Learn how to analyze payment patterns, servicer records, property condition, and legal compliance to make accurate acquisition decisions and reduce portfolio risk.
Splitero secures $283M HEI securitization amid strong investor interest.
Another home equity investment securitization from Splitero, in collaboration with Blue Owl Capital, Antarctica Capital, and Kingsbridge, offers new opportunities for private lenders.
Buyer’s Agent Commission Increases Amid New Settlement Regulations
Recent adjustments in commission structures, following new National Association of Realtors guidelines, may impact private lenders and their market strategies.
The Dangers of Opaque Servicing in Private Loan Investments
Opaque servicing in private mortgage note investments erodes returns through undetected fee errors, commingled escrow accounts, and late default notices. Learn the three operational failures that signal a transparency problem, what to demand before boarding any note with a servicer, and how to protect your capital with the right reporting standards.