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Current housing inventory insufficient for aging needs, report says

Housing Wire

Despite a documented preference that older Americans have to age in place, the current housing inventory is inadequate to support the needs of an aging population. Renovations may provide some solutions, but it is also a solution with limits according to Rodney Harrell, VP for family, home and community at AARP. “We

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Opportunities to improve the home-building process

Housing Wire

And for those who still want to build a home from scratch, rising construction costs , limited lot sizes, and excessive red tape can make the process seem insurmountable. Considering how much construction technology, materials, and techniques have evolved, building a new home should be far simpler than it is. Opportunities to innovate.

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7 Problems to Watch Out for During a Home Renovation

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Are you planning a home renovation to increase your property's value or preparing to sell your home in the future? Home renovations can be exciting and rewarding but can also come with their fair share of challenges. Plumbing Issues Plumbing issues can be a major headache during a renovation.

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Customer Story: SpawGlass

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. ” — David Gutierrez, Operations Applications Manager, SpawGlass About SpawGlass SpawGlass is a commercial and civil contractor located in Texas that offers comprehensive construction services covering every stage in the lifespan of a facility.

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After mortgage lenders shut down, what’s next for loan originators?

Housing Wire

To do so, they plan on capitalizing on single close construction loans in addition to the conventional, government, and jumbo loans. “We We have a one-time close construction-to-permanent loan, and we are the largest seller of that product to the agencies. It also underwrites conventional loans and works as a marketing tool for LOs.

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Flagstar Bank offers brokers direct access to seasoned specialty lending experts and powerful tech solutions

Housing Wire

Not only does Flagstar offer brokers direct access to seasoned sales, support and underwriting teams, it also provides a product set that includes specialty lending options like Advantage non-agency loan, jumbos, new construction, renovation products and HELOCs, and in the pipeline, loans to foreign nationals, seconds and investor property loans.

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How to Finance a New Construction

Assurance Financial

Buying new construction is slightly different from buying an existing home in another way. The rules for loans and financing for new home construction aren’t exactly the same as they are for buying homes that already stand. FAQs About Home Construction Loans. Curious about the process of getting a construction loan?