REX’s Supporters Seek Supreme Court Hearing for Its Petition
Two organizations urge the Supreme Court to review REX's antitrust case, highlighting potential implications for private lenders in the competitive mortgage landscape.
9 Tax Implications of Seller-Financed Wrap Mortgages Every Investor Must Know
Wrap mortgage investors collect interest income, deduct underlying mortgage interest, report on Form 1098, and face capital gains rules when a note is sold or a borrower defaults. These 9 tax realities define the financial outcome of every wrap deal — ignoring any one of them is expensive.
Coldwell Banker Redefines Real Estate with a Focus on Lifestyle and Legacy
Coldwell Banker's new campaign, led by VP Brandon Newman, shifts focus to transformation in real estate, blending lifestyle storytelling with data precision for meaningful connections.
HUD Reduces Workforce by 442 Employees Due to Government Shutdown
HUD's layoff of 442 employees due to the government shutdown could significantly affect operations in fair and public housing offices, raising concerns for private lenders.
9 Deal Structuring Strategies for Private Lenders Who Want to Scale
Scaling a private lending operation demands standardized documentation, disciplined loan terms, conservative collateral positioning, and professional servicing infrastructure from day one. These nine strategies are the operational levers that separate lenders who build sustainable portfolios from those who stall.
8 Title Insurance Strategies for Wrap Mortgage Investors
Wrap mortgages create layered title risks standard policies miss. These 8 strategies show private lenders exactly how to protect their lien position from day one.
loanDepot alleges West Capital Lending employed unethical practices for success
LoanDepot has filed a complaint against West Capital Lending, alleging unlawful hiring practices involving independent contractors and revenue sharing with loan originators.
Zillow and Esusu Collaborate on Credit Reporting for Renters Initiative
Renters can now report monthly payments directly through Zillow, enhancing their credit profiles. Discover how this initiative could impact private lenders. Continue Reading Zillow and Esusu Team on Credit Reporting for Renters Initiative
AI Originator Assistant in Friday Harbor Expands to Include Overlays
Friday Harbor’s AI Originator Assistant now features overlays that improve loan compliance and enhance credit quality control, benefiting private lenders significantly.
9 Seller Carryback Mortgage Mechanics Every Private Lender Must Understand
Nine mechanics determine whether a seller carryback mortgage becomes a liquid, performing asset or a compliance liability. Here is what every private lender must structure correctly from closing through payoff.