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The Apple Peeled - Ask the Experts: Market Dynamics with Jonathan Miller

Miller Samuel

The 10-year Challenge (2009 vs. 2019). Some analysts are even comparing the current cycle to the last downturn and the housing bubble in 2009, but Miller outlined quite a few differences between then and now. In 2009, the average discount from listing was 10.2%. And, in-turn, when the market falls, it will fall forever.

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RON is here to stay – Here’s what you need to know

Housing Wire

In addition to complying with state laws, you must make a plan on how to train and certify staff and comply with the rules and expectations set by your underwriting and lending partners. Before you do anything, you should ask your underwriter whether they will insure RON closings at all. How should you prepare for RON?

Law 350
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How owner finance investing works and how to navigate it (with Brandon Smith, 13+ years of investing and lending experience) – Real Estate Real Fast EP9

Listing Spark

Brandon Smith, who has over 13 years of investing and lending experience, specializes in owner financing and has developed a successful system for sourcing deals and minimizing risk. How to qualify buyers so that you have a low default rate on owner financing deals. Why some buyers can’t qualify for more traditional financing.

Finance 36
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Investor + Flippers Guide to FHA Flipping Guidelines

Listing Spark

FHA loans are becoming an increasingly popular option for buyers all across the home market. The FHA has insured over nine million mortgages since 2009 , and as home prices have climbed higher than ever in the past three years, many prospective homeowners are turning to FHA loans due to the increased assistance and down payment requirements.

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Fla. Unlikely to Feel Impact from Slowing Market

Empire Appraisal Group

Wary buyers and rising interest rates may affect some U.S. A lot of them are here to stay because they’ve seen what Florida has to offer,” said Ronald Pietkewicz, Bank of America preferred lending market leader for Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast. “We Unlikely to Feel Impact from Slowing Market. markets, but Fla.’s

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Help for troubled borrowers is on the way. But will it come soon enough?

Housing Wire

The recent experience with state distribution of rental assistance and unemployment insurance is perhaps a preview of the challenges ahead. States, overwhelmed with claims and understaffed, also had problems paying unemployment insurance. Up to the task? billion at its peak in February 2021.

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Appliances for FHA appraisals

Appraisal Today

An Inside Look at E&O By Peter Christensen Excerpts: There is no law requiring that real estate appraisers must have professional liability insurance – or E&O insurance as it is often called – except in one state. Common fears are that their insurer will increase their premium or decline to renew their policy.