Florida Led the Luxury Real Estate Market in December
Explore Florida's luxury real estate market, spotlighting significant sales trends and insights that impact private lenders and investment opportunities.
Lower Acquires Acopia Home Loans to Enhance Southeast Presence
Lower has acquired Acopia Home Loans, enhancing its footprint with 14 new branches and 36 originators, bolstering a $425 million annual mortgage volume in the Southeast.
NAMB Calls on FHA to Eliminate Lifetime Mortgage Insurance Requirement
NAMB calls for the FHA to eliminate its lifetime mortgage insurance rule, highlighting outdated policies and enhanced financial conditions for the MMI Fund.
Leading Michigan Firm Partners with The Real Brokerage
Good Company reports closing approximately 1,900 home sales with a total volume of $500 million, highlighting significant market activity and trends.
Introducing MVRK Real Estate, a new brokerage from a mortgage executive.
MVRK Real Estate launches in Orlando, providing mentorship and a dual license program for agent recruitment, with plans for national expansion ahead.
Agile Brokers and Agents Benefit from Mergers of Industry Giants like Compass and Anywhere
Independent agents can thrive against major brokerages by leveraging local knowledge, fostering referral networks, and developing a robust personal brand.
Year-End Reporting for Private Mortgages: Compliance, Profitability, and Investor Trust
Year-end reporting for private mortgages requires filing IRS Form 1098, issuing accurate escrow statements, and maintaining complete payment histories. Private lenders who build systematic reporting processes reduce compliance risk, demonstrate financial transparency to investors, and build the borrower trust that sustains long-term portfolio growth.
Mortgage Rates Fall Below 6% After Trump’s MBS Announcement
Mortgage rates dip under 6% as spreads tighten, influenced by Trump's MBS directive and stable 10-year yields, presenting opportunities for private lenders.
DOJ Leadership Stops Antitrust Review of Compass and Anywhere Transaction
Compass has acquired Anywhere, navigating potential antitrust concerns. Key reporting by Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg highlights the DOJ's limited intervention.
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.