Rocket and Redfin Launch First Joint Super Bowl Ad Emphasizing Community
Rocket and Redfin's Super Bowl ad highlights how moving affects families, emphasizing the crucial role of community support during transitions.
Judge Rejects Compass’s Request for Injunction on Zillow Listing Policy
Federal judge rules against Compass, permitting Zillow to maintain its listing access policy amid ongoing antitrust litigation, impacting industry dynamics.
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 [...]
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 [...]
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.
Proactive Private Mortgage Servicing: The Power of Early Warning Notices
Proactive Servicing: Sending Early Warning Notices Before Default Proactive Servicing: Sending Early Warning Notices Before Default in Private Mortgage Servicing In the dynamic world of private mortgage servicing, the landscape is constantly shifting, demanding more than just a reactive approach to managing loan portfolios. [...]
Future-Proofing Private Lending: The Role of Resilient Servicing in Market Cycles
Analyzing Market Cycles: Predicting the Next Big Shift for Private Lending The world of private lending, while often agile and responsive, is far from immune to the broader economic currents that shape financial markets. For those involved in private mortgages – lenders, brokers, and [...]
Hard Money vs. Conventional: Why Servicing Defines Down Market Safety
Hard Money vs. Conventional: Which is Safer in a Down Market? Hard Money vs. Conventional: Which is Safer in a Down Market? In the dynamic world of real estate finance, the question of safety becomes paramount, especially when economic indicators point towards a downturn. [...]
Navigating New IRS Private Mortgage Reporting for 2026: A Lender’s Guide
New IRS Guidance Expected to Impact Private Mortgage Interest Reporting for 2026 Tax Season Anticipated new guidance from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is set to redefine the landscape of private mortgage interest reporting, with significant implications poised to take effect for the 2026 [...]