Hearing Scheduled for NAR Homebuyer Commission Settlement
Judge Jenkins has scheduled a hearing on Tuccori opt-in settlements, including a $52.25 million agreement with NAR, totaling over $120 million in claims.
BKeeperAI Introduces AI-Driven Text Messaging Expense Tool for Real Estate
"Solopreneurs may miss out on $4,000 to $10,000 yearly in tax deductions due to inconsistent expense tracking, impacting their financial health."
The Impact of Rising Rates on Reverse Mortgages
Explore emerging trends in reverse mortgages as experts analyze the impacts of economic uncertainty and rising interest rates on private lending strategies.
Alex Song on Building Homeowner Loyalty Through Everyday Engagement with Made Card
Discover insights from Made Card co-founder Alex Song on the importance of post-close engagement for lenders, highlighting recapture rates and user metrics.
Kim Smith Discusses SmartFi’s Approach to Expanding the Reverse Mortgage Market
Discover how lenders can enhance growth by empowering loan officers with the necessary tools and education to successfully offer reverse mortgages to clients.
Home sales show improvement, but higher rates are dampening demand.
Spreads remain at 1.94%, supporting rates under 7%. Purchase applications show a 0.2% year-over-year increase, while pending sales stabilize.
NRP Group Introduces Affordable Housing Community in Orlando Region
Discover a new affordable housing community in Orlando, catering to families earning 30%-70% of the Area Median Income, enhancing local housing options.
Four strategies for originators to succeed in the current market.
In a higher-rate market, originators adapt by targeting niche segments like self-employed borrowers and leveraging HELOC and non-QM options with proactive AEs.
Mortgage Applications Increase by 1.9% Amid High Interest Rates
Mortgage applications saw a 1.9% increase, driven by a 6% rise in purchases, despite the 30-year conforming rate reaching 6.69%. Insights for private lenders.
Texas Home Prices Stabilized in the Second Quarter
Texas experienced a surge in closed sales this quarter, led by significant growth in Eagle Pass, Odessa, and Tyler. Explore the stability of home prices.