Housing Wire
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Class Valuation , one of the largest appraisal management companies in the U.S., has acquired yet another firm. It’s picked up PropertyVal , a Maine-based AMC that is among the largest independent residential appraisal firms in the state. “We are a regional AMC with a strong network across New England, but our stronghold has been in the Maine and New Hampshire markets.
BiggerPockets
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Back in March and again in August, I noted that “We are undoubtedly reaching the limits of affordability for Americans,” which should “cool the real estate market” and likely “cause a correction” but […].
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Housing Wire
DECEMBER 15, 2022
The Federal Reserve’s decision to slow the pace of interest rate hikes this week pushed mortgage rates lower — and it happened in spite of the central bank reiterating that it would continue to tighten its grip on the economy next year. These lower rates are encouraging news for the industry, which saw rates climb past 7% in October, but whether that will be enough to prop up home sales is a question that has not yet been answered. .
Mortgagebroker News
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Scarlett continues to establish its status as the leading "one-stop shop" for brokers, brokerages and networks
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Amid elevated mortgage rates, continued emphasis on regulatory oversight and a worsening 2023 market outlook, many lenders are reassessing their risk tolerance, which can lead to a tightening of their lending standards. In a contracting market, how can lenders gain a competitive advantage? According to Kristin Broadley, Chief Innovation Officer at QC Ally, lenders should consider expanding the credit box instead of restricting it further.
BiggerPockets
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Once you know how to save money, you can start stacking those savings to buy real estate and businesses or invest in long-term wealth-building investment accounts. But, without a steady […].
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BiggerPockets
DECEMBER 15, 2022
What are your 2023 goals? If you don’t have an answer in mind just yet, don’t worry, there’s still time to lock in your plans to have a wealth-building, financial […].
Mortgagebroker News
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Borrowers are also more likely to stay in the alternative space at term, CMHC report finds
Buys Brokers Only LLC
DECEMBER 15, 2022
An exclusive buyer agent is a real estate agent who represents only buyers' interests in real estate transactions.
Mortgagebroker News
DECEMBER 15, 2022
What is a mortgage investment corporation? Is it safe to invest in this? How can you start one?
Clear Capital
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Story from Valuation Review. The old adage “two heads are better than one” can certainly be applied to businesses at all levels. The partnership formed between Clear Capital and Cherre is just another example of that, and Valuation Review spoke with the companies’ executives about this move and how it will help expand access to market and property information.
Mortgagebroker News
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Industry veteran provides predictions on the central bank's benchmark rate
San Jose Real Estate
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Merrivale West is a very popular community of townhouses in the "West San Jose" area offering beautiful grounds & homes as well as a fantastic commute location and low homeowner association (HOA) dues.
Mortgagebroker News
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Regulator makes call amid rising-rate environment and economic uncertainty
Listing Spark
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Episode overview. Investing in owner financing can be a great way to build wealth and generate passive income. However, navigating the complicated process of finding and closing these deals isn’t easy. 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.
Mortgagebroker News
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Regulator's lawyer says there's "no reasonable prospect of conviction"
Mashvisor
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Are you thinking of investing in Virginia Beach short term rental in 2023? Read on to find out the current state of the rental market there.
Mortgagebroker News
DECEMBER 15, 2022
New report highlights latest rental market trends
Eyes on Housing
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Real estate taxes vary widely across states both in terms of annual taxes paid as well as effective tax rates. In 2021, the difference between average real estate taxes (RETs) paid by New Jersey and Alabama home owners was $8,336. New Jersey continued its perennial distinction as having the highest average real estate tax bill per home owner ($9,151) as.
Housing Wire
DECEMBER 15, 2022
The repurchase-request volume, which includes both depository lenders and nonbanks, is being driven up this year by the huge volume of lower-rate loans made in 2020 and 2021 that Fannie and Freddie are continuing to vet for loan-sale representations and warranties violations. Mortgage lenders, already reeling from a downturn in the mortgage market , now face yet another wave of woe in the form of a huge volume of loan-repurchase requests stemming, in large part, from alleged violations of loan-s
The Robert Weiler Company
DECEMBER 15, 2022
If you’re looking to lease commercial space, it’s helpful to have reasons to negotiate. Negotiating a commercial lease is the most important aspect of renting commercial real estate for lease. There is no “standard” commercial lease agreement. A commercial lease can be customized by both parties. Landlords typically provide their own leases to prospective tenants of their commercial real estate for lease.
Empire Appraisal Group
DECEMBER 15, 2022
U.S. Is Running Short of Land for Housing. Source: U.S. Is Running Short of Land for Housing | Florida Realtors. Land-use restrictions, lack of public infrastructure investment and rising land prices contribute to the issue. Land accounts for about 47% of U.S. home values. NEW YORK – Land suitable for housing is increasingly scarce in the United States due to land-use restrictions and a dearth of public infrastructure investment.
Eyes on Housing
DECEMBER 15, 2022
According to data from the Census Bureau’s Survey of Construction (SOC), 65.5 percent of single-family homes started in 2021 were built within a community or homeowner’s association. Since the re-design of the SOC in 2009, this was the second highest percentage for new homes started with an association. The Census Bureau defines community or homeowner’s associations as “formal legal entities.
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