Zillow Analysis Suggests Private Listings May Exacerbate Racial Disparities
Discover how private home listings differ in predominantly white versus minority areas, highlighting potential implications for racial equity in real estate.
Ontario Households Allocate Over 50% of After-Tax Income to Mortgages
Housing affordability perceptions outside the GTA are misleading, with many Ontario households allocating over 50% of income to mortgage payments.
NAR’s MLS Rule Revision Raises Antitrust Law Violation Allegations
NAR's updated MLS policy grants local membership discretion, raising antitrust concerns as noted by Hardy plaintiffs, signaling shifts in industry practices.
9 Legal & Compliance Checkpoints for Private Mortgage Workouts
Nine federal and state compliance checkpoints for defensible private mortgage workouts — RESPA, TILA, FDCPA, ECOA, SCRA, usury, and trust accounting.
FOA outlines forthcoming actions following PHH reverse asset acquisition.
FOA plans to absorb PHH’s $9.6B HECM portfolio amid its exit from reverse mortgages, outlining strategies to navigate upcoming industry changes.
Home Prices Stabilize as Buyers Gain Leverage in a Cooling Market
Over 42% of properties for sale have experienced price reductions, highlighting current market pressures, while only 2% have seen increases in value.
8 Legal & Compliance Checks Every Private Lender Needs Before Starting a Borrower Workout
Eight compliance checkpoints every private lender must complete before a borrower workout — protecting lien position, note enforceability, and servicing record integrity.
Pennsylvania Experiences 6.4% Increase in Home Sales
Discover insights on the recent growth in Pennsylvania home sales, with the median price at $300,000, relevant for private lenders assessing market trends.
Study Reveals Nearly 9% of Homes Owned by Corporations and Investors
Explore how corporate ownership is impacting housing markets in key communities, with nearly 9% of residences now held by corporate entities and investors.
DeSantis Declares Age-Specific Property Tax Relief as Unfeasible
Explore the implications of proposed tax relief for homestead properties, focusing on benefits for young families and the broader real estate market.