Housing Wire
MARCH 9, 2023
The title insurance industry is often bemoaned for being antiquated and making minimal changes, but that has not been the case for the past 12 months. Nearly a year after announcing that it would begin accepting attorney opinion letters (AOLs) in lieu of title insurance in limited circumstances, Fannie Mae is yet again making waves in the title insurance industry.
Sacramento Appraisal Blog
MARCH 9, 2023
It’s a bump. Do you feel it? The housing market has been waking up in 2023, and we’re starting to see an uptick in lots of different stats. Let’s talk about it. This post is designed to skim quickly or digest slowly. UPCOMING (PUBLIC) SPEAKING GIGS: 3/10/23 PCAR Market Update Lunch & Learn 3/24/23 How to Think Like […] The post A spring bump in the housing market first appeared on Sacramento Appraisal Blog | Real Estate Appraiser.
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Housing Wire
MARCH 9, 2023
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell sent a clear message during his U.S. Senate speech on Tuesday morning: Fed officials are likely to deliver higher rate hikes than previously expected to combat persistent inflation. “As I mentioned, the latest economic data have come in stronger than expected, which suggests that the ultimate level of interest rates is likely to be higher than previously anticipated,” Powell said. “If the totality of the data were to indicate that faster
Real Estate News
MARCH 9, 2023
Freddie Mac’s weekly survey reported yet another jump in the average 30-year mortgage rate, which is approaching its 2022 peak.
Housing Wire
MARCH 9, 2023
The Federal Housing Administration ( FHA ) announced this week that a final rule related to an increased 40-year loan modification term has been published in the Federal Register. The rule allows mortgagees to increase the maximum term of an FHA-insured mortgage loan modification from 360 to 480 months following a default. The FHA also published Mortgagee Letter 2023-06 , which establishes the policies for FHA lenders.
Real Estate News
MARCH 9, 2023
Relocation picked up in 2022, with buyers seeking out more affordable homes in Florida, Texas and California.
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Real Estate News
MARCH 9, 2023
Bridgemarq Real Estate Services reported revenue of $49.9 million in 2022 and added more than 500 agents.
Housing Wire
MARCH 9, 2023
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on Thursday sued to block the proposed $13 billion merger between Intercontinental Exchange Inc. and rival mortgage software firm Black Knight. The merger would give ICE and Black Knight a significant position in the market for loan origination software, which it could use to push customers to its other mortgage services and products instead of rivals’ offerings, the agency argued.
Eyes on Housing
MARCH 9, 2023
The NAHB recently published its latest Cost of Construction Survey. Results show that 60.8% of the average home sale price consisted of construction costs, essentially unchanged from the 61.1% posted in 2019. Since the inception of this series in 1998, this was the fourth time construction costs represent over 60% of the total price of the home (2013: 61.
Housing Wire
MARCH 9, 2023
Black Knight, Inc. on Thursday announced that mortgage loan sub-servicing provider LoanCare will implement the Black Knight Loss Mitigation solution to support homeowners in need of mortgage payment assistance programs. LoanCare , which services loans for banks, credit unions, independent mortgage companies and portfolio investors, also renewed its contract for Black Knight’s mortgage service software MSP, which includes the system’s abilities to integrate with technologies and data, regulatory
Inman
MARCH 9, 2023
In this shifting market, agents will have to do more to achieve the same results they were getting before, writes Adam Hergenrother. Here, he breaks down Gary Keller’s formula for doing more and how you can take action to do more and achieve more this year.
Appraiserblogs
MARCH 9, 2023
No appraisal may be required in the future! Fannie Mae took a direct shot at appraisers with the announcement of changes in their Selling Guide. Two options for the future, both of which do great harm to the appraisal industry. First, “third party” inspections. Appraisal trainees aren’t good enough, so now we will have unlicensed inspectors going through the homes of unsuspecting homeowners.
Inman
MARCH 9, 2023
Focus on creating high-quality pieces that resonate with your target audience and meet their evolving needs. With the right approach, you can stay ahead of the curve in the age of AI-powered search engines.
Riverfront Appraisals
MARCH 9, 2023
Recently, I had this question come up from a loan officer. We had just appraised a home they were lending on, and we completed an FHA appraisal. While the house was ok, there was an old storage building on site that had peeling paint on the interior and exterior. We had to call for the […] The post FAQ #10: What Do I Need To Do About Peeling Paint?
Inman
MARCH 9, 2023
Growth is great, but a business is only as strong as its foundation. As you scale up, continue to prioritize the things that matter most — your clients, your team and your brand.
Hank Miller Team
MARCH 9, 2023
Let's take a southern home tour Whether it is a historic home or new build, we love the architecture of the south. Our team member and resident photographer, Mary Miller, fills her Instagram (@glimpsesofthesouth) with beautiful southern homes that highlight their architectural details, gardens, and holiday style. She features Historic Marietta homes, Charleston homes, Downtown Woodstock homes include farmhouse style homes, cottage style and old southern mansions - we love them all Southern Home
Inman
MARCH 9, 2023
Jennifer Wauhob, who leads a 7-agent team for Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene in Houston, will take up the role of VP of association affairs following the death of Margo Wheeler earlier this year.
Kairos Appraisal Services
MARCH 9, 2023
When purchasing a home with a mortgage or refinancing, the transaction may require that a home appraisal inspection be done. This is because appraisals assure the lender that they are not issuing mortgages for more than what residential properties are worth. Appraisals are conducted by real estate appraisers, who must meet an educational requirement and… The post 7 Questions Residential Appraisers Ask Homeowners appeared first on Kairos.
Inman
MARCH 9, 2023
Paul Austin and wife Tenisha Tate-Austin sued appraiser Janette Miller in 2021 after a lowball quote prompted the couple to pose a white friend as the homeowner for a second appraisal.
Lamacchia Realty
MARCH 9, 2023
Behind the incredible REALTORS® of Lamacchia Realty is a team of over 75 staff members that work tirelessly to support, propel, and operate the independently owned brokerage. Each and every staff member plays an integral role in the continued success of the quickly growing company. Lamacchia Realty views its staff members in the highest regard, fostering the values the full service, value-based brokerage prides itself on.
Inman
MARCH 9, 2023
The partnership will allow agents at more than 800 brokerages access to post-close software, providing new owners the ability to monitor the financial and operational state of their home.
Mortgagebroker News
MARCH 9, 2023
The central bank has left its policy rate untouched for the first time in over a year
Inman
MARCH 9, 2023
Watch the new Inman Access class featuring Michelle Berman, CEO of Berman Media PD, as she walks through best practices and pitfalls to avoid when using ChatGPT to generate social media content.
Mortgagebroker News
MARCH 9, 2023
Two buildings in Villa-Marie borough will soon be transformed to a 19-room safe space
Inman
MARCH 9, 2023
After being ousted as executive chair, Hsieh says he controls enough voting shares to install veteran real estate executive Steve Ozonian on the mortgage lender's board of directors.
Mortgagebroker News
MARCH 9, 2023
Future payment shocks for homeowners are "a real concern", report says
Inman
MARCH 9, 2023
The new franchises add to the brand's presence across the globe in more than 400 offices in 49 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, Canada and several other countries.
Assurance Financial
MARCH 9, 2023
For the second year in a row, Assurance Financial made the National Mortgage News list of the top 50 Best Mortgage Companies to Work For! We value our workplace culture, and it shows. Consideration for this award was based on an employee questionnaire that included topics like role satisfaction, work environment, pay and benefits, training and resources, leadership, and more.
Inman
MARCH 9, 2023
Tune in to hear experts discuss the merging of AI and social media, hiring mistakes to avoid, and how agents can nurture their databases.
Mortgagebroker News
MARCH 9, 2023
Entries for CMP's Rising Stars close this Friday
Inman
MARCH 9, 2023
Learn how this Charleston, South Carolina, broker puts his own unique stamp on family tradition at William Means Real Estate.
BiggerPockets
MARCH 9, 2023
Bonus depreciation lets you maximize your return and minimize your tax liabilities.
Inman
MARCH 9, 2023
Jimmy Burgess sits down with Noah Escobar, a 22-year-old real estate agent with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida closed and contracted over $16 million in sales volume in his first full calendar year as an agent.
Mortgagebroker News
MARCH 9, 2023
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