FTC Reexamines Noncompete Regulations Following Block on Biden-Era Ban
FTC seeks input on noncompete agreements to identify potentially unfair and anticompetitive practices, impacting private lenders and market dynamics.
HUD restricts Section 184 tribal loan program for non-permanent residents.
HUD has updated residency rules for the Section 184 Indian Housing Loan Guarantee program, now excluding non-permanent resident aliens from eligibility.
Mortgage Rates Fall to Lowest Level in Nearly a Year Following ADP Report
Mortgage rates have hit a new low, influenced by a lackluster ADP jobs report. Attention shifts to the upcoming Jobs report for further economic insights.
Report Reveals One in Four Homes at High Risk from Climate Hazards
Assessing climate risks is crucial for private lenders, given that 1 in 4 U.S. homes faces acute threats that could impact real estate values significantly.
$12.7 Trillion in American Homes Exposed to Significant Climate Risks
Data reveals that climate-related risks from flooding, hurricanes, and wildfires are significantly influencing housing markets and insurance access for private lenders.
PennyMac Correspondent Group Introduces Non-QM Mortgage Products
PennyMac plans to retain servicing on all non-QM products, signaling a strategic focus that may benefit private lenders in the evolving mortgage landscape.
Restb.ai Improves MLS Tools with Compliance Solution for NAR Settlement
AI-powered document checker unveiled to enhance risk assessment in buyer agent compensation language, offering private lenders greater transparency and security.
ALTA Supports Fidelity in FinCEN Legal Challenge
ALTA's proposed amicus brief supports Fidelity's stance that new reporting rules could impose significant burdens on title companies, impacting operations and efficiency.
Maverick Systems establishes advisory board for real estate data growth.
Company expands data coverage to 25 MLS markets, accounting for approximately 25% of U.S. Realtors, enhancing market insights for private lenders.
Top Retirement Locations: A Comparison of Advantages and Disadvantages
Discover the challenges retirees face in California's most daunting cities, impacting housing opportunities and strategies for private lenders.