AIME-Sweeney Lawsuit Transferred to Court in Michigan
Court affirms Michigan as the proper venue for case involving United Wholesale Mortgage and Sarah DeCiantis, citing residency as the basis for jurisdiction.
Jorgenson Group establishes independent brokerage following 16 years at Keller Williams.
Kasey Jorgenson discusses the journey of becoming an independent broker, covering key strategies for navigating the transition and establishing a successful practice.
New York Initiative Facilitates Mortgage Qualification for Gig Workers
New York City Housing Partnership's program aims to assist around 1,000 workers annually, potentially enhancing workforce housing stability and access.
MeridianLink and Optimal Blue Announce Integration Agreement
MeridianLink's loan origination system integrates with Optimal Blue, offering mortgage users real-time product, pricing, and eligibility insights to enhance decision-making.
Private Lenders: Don’t Miss These 7 Critical Comping Red Flags
Seven comping red flags — from stale sale dates to non-arm's length transactions — expose private mortgage lenders to inflated LTV ratios and compounding portfolio losses. Learn the analytical discipline that defensible valuations require.
7 Critical Comping Red Flags Private Lenders Must Not Miss
Seven comping red flags that signal unreliable collateral valuations in private mortgage lending, including stale data, geographic drift, distressed sale contamination, and unverified AVM outputs.
Innovative Approaches for First-Time Buyers in the Housing Market
First-time buyers are utilizing grants, adjustable-rate mortgages, and resource pooling strategies, as NAR reports enhancements in housing affordability.
UWM marks 40th anniversary with a 40-bps incentive for brokers.
UWM offers a 40 basis-point incentive on multiple loan types through its Control Your Price program, enhancing competitive options for private lenders.
UWM disputes RESPA class-action lawsuit in Michigan court
UWM contends that a proposed class action should not proceed, citing the diversity of broker services, borrower interactions, and state regulations.
FOA Appoints Angela Tribelli, Former Bloomberg Media Executive, as CMO
Angela Tribelli joins as global head of consumer marketing and growth at Bloomberg Media, bringing extensive expertise to drive innovation in content strategy.