Highlights and Setbacks in Real Estate for the Week of April 14-18
Explore key developments affecting the mortgage industry, including allegations against Letitia James, shifts in the Sun Belt, and a tribute to a lodging sector leader.
FundingShield Reports Surge in Wire and Title Fraud Risk
FundingShield conducted an in-depth analysis of a diverse portfolio of loans, totaling approximately $80 billion, providing insights for private lenders.
Global Title Insurance Market Anticipates Consistent Growth
The title insurance market is projected to reach $5.69 billion by 2034, reflecting a stable growth trend that may impact private lenders and market dynamics.
Ohio Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against United Wholesale Mortgage
Ohio's Attorney General has filed a suit against United Wholesale Mortgage, alleging collusion with brokers, raising significant implications for private lenders.
March Sees Decline in Housing Starts
Single-family housing completions increased to 1.029 million in March, indicating a slight growth trend. Explore the latest insights on housing starts.
eXp Realty introduces seller disclosure form for delayed listings
eXp introduces a seller advisory form to align with NAR’s new Multiple Listing Options for Sellers (MLOS) policy, enhancing compliance for private lenders.
Zillow and Redfin Implement Delayed Listings for MLS and VOW Feeds
Major listing portals have implemented bans on publicly marketed exclusive listings, while permitting delayed listings, impacting private lenders' strategies.
Mortgage Rates Decline Following Comments from Powell
Federal Reserve Chair Powell's recent comments led to a dip in mortgage rates, while stock markets declined, igniting discussions about the Fed's dual mandate.
Reasons Most Broker Owners Struggle to Achieve Profitability
Discover why many real estate brokers face financial challenges despite the allure of ownership, including high costs and competitive pressures. Learn more now.
RealReports Teams Up with MLS Now to Enhance AI Property Tool Access
MLS Now collaborates with RealReports, providing members access to an AI tool for real-time property analysis and data aggregation to enhance decision-making.