Zillow Rentals Introduces New Listing Spotlight Feature
Zillow Rentals introduces a feature allowing property managers to highlight select listings, enhancing visibility and engagement with potential tenants.
Optimal Blue antitrust case parallels commission lawsuits involving RealPage.
A recent 81-page complaint alleges that lenders utilizing Optimal Blue for loan information are part of a "cartel," exemplifying potential anti-competitive behavior.
Seller Carry 101: A 2026 Lender’s Guide to Seller-Financed Notes and Professional Servicing
A seller-carry note is a private mortgage created when a property seller finances the buyer's purchase directly. Professional servicing — payment collection, escrow administration, compliance, default management, and reporting — determines whether that note delivers reliable passive income or quietly erodes value.
Zillow Premier Agent Lawsuit: What Private Mortgage Lenders Need to Know About Commission Transparency
The Zillow Premier Agent class-action lawsuit puts buyer-agent commission transparency under legal scrutiny. Here is what the litigation means for private mortgage lenders and the borrowers who fund their notes.
$100 Million Real Estate Fraud Scheme Discovered in Baltimore
Investors face allegations of securing $100 million in DSCR loans from multiple private lenders, leveraging projected rental income as collateral.
The Impact of Trump’s Immigration Policies on Mortgage Strategies
New immigration policies restrict non-permanent residents from accessing certain government-backed loans, impacting borrower behaviors and necessitating strategic shifts for lenders.
Reverse mortgage industry encourages improved standards and perception shifts.
Ryan Ponsford emphasizes the importance of credibility for reverse mortgage professionals and advocates for collaboration with financial advisors to improve industry perceptions.
7 Critical KPIs Private Lenders Must Track for Portfolio Health & Profit
Private lenders who track delinquency rate, payment processing accuracy, escrow compliance, regulatory audit readiness, foreclosure rate, average loan life, and servicing cost per loan protect portfolio returns and prevent costly defaults. This guide explains each KPI and how Note Servicing Center monitors all seven within a single professional servicing framework.
Toll Brothers Unveils Plans for New Luxury Community near Austin
Explore the luxury market as Toll Brothers unveils an upscale community in Austin, with homes starting at $1 million, attracting affluent buyers and investors.
Compass-Anywhere Deal: A Victory for Small Players in the Industry
Explore how San Francisco's boutique real estate agencies are thriving post-Compass-Anywhere merger, showcasing local expertise over corporate dominance.