Housing Wire
MARCH 2, 2021
Spring is one of the most popular selling seasons – and it’s right around the corner. Are you preparing to sell your house? You don’t just want to sell it as is. You want to make a few preparations to attract the most potential buyers. Here are a few things you should consider to ensure your home sells fast and you get the best deal! More for Real Estate Enthusiasts. 5 reasons to refinance your mortgage right now.
The Appraiser Coach
MARCH 2, 2021
As a real estate appraisal provider, it can be hard to get into the home owner’s perspective. It seems that what is important to them may not directly translate into. Read More.
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Housing Wire
MARCH 2, 2021
Rocket Companies Chairman Dan Gilbert may want to gift some karma to users of the infamous subreddit Wall Street Bets. His company’s stock soared nearly 100% on Tuesday after the day traders at the subreddit took interest in the mortgage lender’s stock , which had been hovering around the $20 mark for much of the past three months. Nearly 40% of the company’s available shares are sold short, according to Market Beat, and it’s one of the most shorted companies by hedge fun
Working RE
MARCH 2, 2021
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Housing Wire
MARCH 2, 2021
Title insurance startup Doma – formerly known as States Title – announced today that it will go public through a merger with special purpose acquisition company Capitol Investment Corp. V. The deal is valued at $3 billion, including debt. It’s the fifth SPAC carried out by Capitol. The transaction is expected to provide up to $645 million in cash proceeds and a fully committed private investment in public equity (PIPE) of $300 million.
McKissock
MARCH 2, 2021
As an experienced appraiser, you’ve likely encountered pressure to hit the purchase price or develop your appraisal based on a predetermined value. This, of course, is unethical. So what do you do when you’re asked to hit a certain value? Or when the purchase price is not supported by the available comps? Here are five excellent resources offered by McKissock Learning—including a Pro-Series webinar on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, “ The Market Value Doesn’t Support the Contract Price, N
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Working RE
MARCH 2, 2021
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Housing Wire
MARCH 2, 2021
Alex Kutsishin, CEO & co-founder of Sales Boomerang , will speak at HousingWire’s virtual Spring Summit on March 4, diving into what a two-year study reveals about the importance of borrower retention. To protect business in a competitive market, industry leaders need a 360-degree, real-time view of customers’ changing circumstances, so lenders can identify opportunities the moment they arise.
Assurance Financial
MARCH 2, 2021
Is Refinancing a Bad Idea? If you’ve had your existing home loan and mortgage for a little while, it’s only natural to wonder if you could get a better deal. A mortgage is a tremendous responsibility — so you need a reliable understanding of whether refinancing is a good or bad idea. The guide below will lay out some of the pros and cons to help you make sure you’re refinancing your home for the right reasons.
Housing Wire
MARCH 2, 2021
Rocket Mortgage is making a big play for the legion of self-employed borrowers who have been frustrated by a lack of mortgage options and overwhelming red tape: a new jumbo mortgage product offered through its Rocket Pro TPO channel. The new product launch comes just a few months after the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau retired the much-maligned Appendix Q patch , and amid a wave of vaccinations for the COVID-19 virus, which should boost the bottom lines of small businesses.
BiggerPockets
MARCH 2, 2021
Everybody knows someone who has attended some kind of course, workshop, or “guru” consulting. Maria Acosta attended one after watching HGTV, and ended up buying her first rental property from […].
On Q Financial
MARCH 2, 2021
Homeownership comes with many benefits, from building equity and security to creating stability for your family. However, for some, the dream may seem out of reach. It may be that you haven’t saved enough or don’t make enough in your current position, or maybe you don’t have the best credit. At On Q Financial, we believe the Dream of Homeownership is Inclusive.
BiggerPockets
MARCH 2, 2021
Whether you're young—or young at heart—it's time to start investing in real estate. Begin building your empire now with this comprehensive guide.
Berkshire Hathaway
MARCH 2, 2021
If you haven’t heard by now, if you’re thinking of buying a home this year now is the time, though you may be wondering how much money you may need to come up with a down payment? Most people you ask will tell you that it’s 20% of the loan to secure a mortgage and they aren’t wrong though there are plenty of lower down payment options available for qualified buyers.
BiggerPockets
MARCH 2, 2021
A federal judge recently ruled the CDC's eviction moratorium unconstitutional. How will this affect investors? Learn more here.
Magnusson Group
MARCH 2, 2021
The Magnussons want to help you sell your gold, contemporary and luxury estate jewelry, watches, silver and coins. Book an appointment with us today for complimentary appraisals, consignment and sales opportunities. BOOK APPOINTMENT. With potential increases in capital gains taxes looming, 2021 has been a great time for sellers to cash in. If you’re not using or enjoying it, it’s time for it to find its next appreciative home.
Housing Wire
MARCH 2, 2021
HousingWire spoke with Steve Greenfield, Altisource General Manager of Mortgage Real Estate Solutions, about the state of the mortgage market and how Altisource’s HomeVal solution is benefiting lenders. HousingWire: What are some due diligence and underwriting challenges loan originators face today? Steve Greenfield: Lenders have always faced certain challenges when meeting necessary due diligence and providing accurate underwriting services.
REX Real Estate
MARCH 2, 2021
Ever wonder what your house is really worth?
Housing Wire
MARCH 2, 2021
Fannie Mae announced today the appointment of Simon Johnson and Christopher Brummer to its board of directors, as well as the extension of Robert Hertz’s board term for another three years. Fannie CEO Hugh Frater said Johnson and Brummer bring “deep economic, regulatory, and business expertise,” and Board Chairwoman Sheila Bair said the duo are “proven public policy leaders.” The news of Johnson and Brummer’s appointment comes one day after Federal Housing Fin
On Q Financial
MARCH 2, 2021
On February 11th, 2021, shortly after President Joe Biden took office, the Department of Housing and Urban Development announced new protections for members of the LGBTQ community! This decision came after President Biden issued an executive order directing all federal agencies to comply with a recent Supreme Court ruling , which prohibits discrimination based on gender identity or sexual orientation.
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