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The opportunity cost of modern-day redlining

Housing Wire

Modern-day redlining persists, and it’s costing lenders millions in legal fees. Recently, the Department of Justice (DOJ) has taken a strong stance on redlining, taking direct legal action against bad actors and thrusting the topic into the national spotlight. The cost of lost business opportunity is even higher.

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Opinion: Pass the Neighborhood Homes Investment Act

Housing Wire

Meanwhile, many rural communities will be able to more effectively keep or attract growing businesses with more desirable homes for their workforce. This will, in turn, bolster state and local tax revenue and lead to improved municipal services. It is targeted to census tracts with lower home prices and income levels.

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Opinion: More can be done to shorten the average time to close

Housing Wire

Yes, the complex legal and regulatory web that can vary from state to state and even city to city doesn’t invite a quick and smooth passage to the closing. Of course, HOAs and property managers are busy and have other priorities as well. Real estate will look different in 2030, perhaps even in 2024.

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Opinion: More should be done to shorten the average time to close

Housing Wire

And the complex legal and regulatory web that can vary from state to state and even city to city doesn’t invite a quick and smooth passage to the closing. Of course, HOAs and property managers are busy and have other priorities as well. Real estate will look different in 2030, perhaps even in 2024.

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Not Using eSignatures? Here’s What You’re Risking

GoForrmz

eSignatures are an important part of growing your business Running the day-to-day operations of any business is a full-time job, but one of the most difficult challenges is finding the right tools to make your business run smoothly and set you up for future success. But how many businesses live in that ideal world?

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