Housing Wire
MARCH 8, 2022
Pink slips will arrive for 3,000 employees of Better.com, the mortgage lender that received a mountain of bad press three months ago when its CEO, Vishal Garg, fired 900 workers via Zoom and chastised their work ethic to remaining employees. . The new round of layoffs reaches 35% of Better.com’s staff and hits workers in the United States and in India, according to a person familiar with the lender’s decision.
Sacramento Appraisal Blog
MARCH 8, 2022
Freakish price growth? Yes. That’s exactly what we’ve been seeing. Here we are again with what feels like a carbon copy of last year, which was our most aggressive market ever. In short, 2022 is doing its best to crush 2021. Let’s talk stats and perspective. I’d love to hear your take. UPCOMING PUBLIC SPEAKING […].
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Housing Wire
MARCH 8, 2022
RealDeals. With BeSmartee RealDeals, lenders can facilitate enhanced collaboration between borrowers, loan officers, realtors and other external agents for successful real estate transactions. Now, from within the RealDeals portal, preferred agents can track the borrower’s status, manage documents — such as uploading purchase agreements and downloading conditional approval letters — for faster closings.
Appraisal Buzz
MARCH 8, 2022
Russia has been in the headlines a lot lately and for good reason—whether you call it a “conflict” or “military offensive” an “invasion” or “war,” Russia’s recent actions are having global consequences. Seemingly every hour, news comes out about another government or company that is closing up operations in Russia as a show of solidarity … The post Russian Homebuyers Have Minimal Impact on U.S.
Housing Wire
MARCH 8, 2022
With industry loan volumes already falling, lenders are looking for ways to reach their growth goals. HousingWire recently spoke to Mike Darne, Vice President of Marketing for CreditXpert, who said focusing first on the borrower’s credit holds the key to winning business that other lenders won’t even see. HousingWire: What opportunities do lenders miss out on by not focusing on credit, especially early in the mortgage origination cycle?
Appraisal Buzz
MARCH 8, 2022
According to National Van Line’s Domestic Migration Report released Feb. 15, the Northeast showed the slowest population growth between 2010 and 2021—up only 1.8 million from 2010. The report also shows that two of the three biggest declines in population are along the East Coast of the US. Between Jul. 1, 2020, and Jul. 1, … The post D.C.
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Appraisal Buzz
MARCH 8, 2022
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Housing Wire
MARCH 8, 2022
In its second year, HousingWire’s Marketing Leaders award is honoring the most creative and influential marketing minds of the housing economy. Eligible nominees include CMOs (or equivalent title) in mortgage lending, servicing and real estate. We’re looking for the best-of-the-best marketing execs who demonstrate leadership by continuously growing, leading and motivating high-performing marketing teams.
Appraisal Buzz
MARCH 8, 2022
In January 2022, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac announced a desktop appraisal option that goes live in mid-March 2022. In various articles and opinion pieces, some claim that desktop appraisals will solve the appraiser shortage and modernize the appraisal process, while others claim that they will cause the demise of the appraisal profession. McKissock does not endorse any position regarding whether appraisers should accept or reject desktop appraisal assignments.
Housing Wire
MARCH 8, 2022
Solitude Solution : eVault. Solitude Solution contains the complete suite of IDS eClosing services: eSign, eNote, eVault, and RON. Fully integrated with idsDoc , our proprietary eVault securely stores completed eNotes and facilitates ongoing document deliveries and transfers. IDS eVault is integrated with MERS so that all transactions are recorded in the eRegistry.
The Appraiser Coach
MARCH 8, 2022
People are people. Whether you’re from a small town in South Dakota, a big city in Europe, or living in a mud hut in Africa, we all have at least. Read More.
Housing Wire
MARCH 8, 2022
FileInvite. Manage more loan applications, and close them faster with automated document collection. FileInvite helps borrowers provide brokers and banks with all the information they need to close loans faster. Our intuitive system lets teams and leadership gain visibility over their document pipeline and ensures a seamless – and secure – client experience.
Appraisal Buzz
MARCH 8, 2022
Joining forces on more than 50 events, the NAACP and mortgage servicer to host virtual and live outreach sessions to help homeowners in need. The post PHH Mortgage Partners With the NAACP to Assist Struggling Homeowners appeared first on DSNews. The post PHH Mortgage Partners With the NAACP to Assist Struggling Homeowners appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.
Housing Wire
MARCH 8, 2022
MAX. MAX is a work-flow based document management platform which enables seamless preparation and recording for mortgage documents including, but not limited to lien releases, assignments of mortgage, etc. The product aim is to provide a fully-configurable and flexible SaaS solution for simple implementation and ease-of-use to manage multi-state document preparation, review and recording while reducing cost and increasing efficiency.
Appraisal Buzz
MARCH 8, 2022
PERSON OF THE WEEK: Mortgage servicers handling loans in COVID-19 forbearance plans are under close scrutiny by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and other regulatory bodies to ensure that loss mitigation activities give borrowers every opportunity possible to stay in their homes. And, in order to not draw additional scrutiny, servicers must deliver flawless customer service to borrowers in forbearance plans, so as to not draw complaints that will get them “red flagged” by.
DW Slater Company
MARCH 8, 2022
What is International Women’s Day? Today is International Women’s Day! This day was founded in 1910. It was Clara Zetkin, an advocate for women’s rights, suggested the creation of an international women’s day. This idea was shared at the International Conference of Working Women in Copenhagen in 1910 – and the 100 women there, from 17 countries, agreed to it unanimously.
Appraisal Buzz
MARCH 8, 2022
People are people. Whether you’re from a small town in South Dakota, a big city in Europe, or living in a mud hut in Africa, we all have at least … Read More. The post Your Virtual Assistant is a Person, Too! appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.
McKissock
MARCH 8, 2022
Real estate agents have some of the highest scores in job satisfaction out of workers across America. It might not feel like that when you’re working a 12 hour day just trying to get through all of the tasks on your plate, but it’s true: real estate agents are reportedly 17% more satisfied in their careers than workers in other professions, according to research by the Conference Board.
Appraisal Buzz
MARCH 8, 2022
Improvements in the employment sector, combined with a rise in home prices, drove delinquency and foreclosure rates to levels last seen more than two decades ago. The post Mortgage Delinquency Rate Falls to 20-Year Low appeared first on DSNews. The post Mortgage Delinquency Rate Falls to 20-Year Low appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.
GoForrmz
MARCH 8, 2022
Digitize your rental property forms with GoFormz and experience the benefits of streamlined collaboration, enhanced communication, and increased client satisfaction Property management firms have lots of responsibilities. From determining competitive rent prices to screening tenants and properly maintaining properties, these critical items can get backed up easily if daily operations aren’t efficient.
Appraisal Buzz
MARCH 8, 2022
Five Star FORCE Advisory Council Chair Jim Hastings and Vice Chairman Steven Pagano share their thoughts and insight on the state of the industry and how FORCE members are sharing their tips and talents for the greater good. The post The Exchange: Forcing Change in a New Era appeared first on DSNews. The post The Exchange: Forcing Change in a New Era appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.
McKissock
MARCH 8, 2022
In January 2022, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac announced a desktop appraisal option that goes live in mid-March 2022. In various articles and opinion pieces, some claim that desktop appraisals will solve the appraiser shortage and modernize the appraisal process, while others claim that they will cause the demise of the appraisal profession. McKissock does not endorse any position regarding whether appraisers should accept or reject desktop appraisal assignments.
Lamacchia Realty
MARCH 8, 2022
Tuesday, March 8 th – Lamacchia Realty announced today that top Worcester County Team, The Balestracci Group , consisting of top producing REALTORS®, leader Mark Balestracci , Elissa Comeau , Matthew Jette , and the team’s Transaction Coordinator/Admin, Shannon Nolin have joined Lamacchia Realty! As one of the top teams in Massachusetts and throughout Worcester County, this team brings with them many years of industry experience and expertise and they will make an incredible addition to the Worc
BiggerPockets
MARCH 8, 2022
While it's not entirely clear what will happen to the real estate market post-pandemic, the good news is that investing in real estate post-COVID will almost certainly be a good idea. Here's why that is.
Mashvisor
MARCH 8, 2022
PropertyRadar is considered one of the key players in the real estate data software industry, but are there qualified PropertyRadar competitors out there? How do they compare?
Mortgagebroker News
MARCH 8, 2022
The company has launched its Quarter Century Market Report, shining a light on Toronto’s scorching real estate market
Mashvisor
MARCH 8, 2022
Understanding Airbnb rental statistics is crucial in every Airbnb investor’s success. Mashvisor offers the right tools to help you get started.
Mortgagebroker News
MARCH 8, 2022
Recently launched platform offers proprietary access and training for mortgage agents
Mashvisor
MARCH 8, 2022
Investing in real estate remains one of the more profitable businesses, especially in the US market.
BiggerPockets
MARCH 8, 2022
Despite what most people would like to think, success has no timeline. There will be some “perfect” opportunities that don’t work out, which is why you must persist. You can […].
Mortgagebroker News
MARCH 8, 2022
The high-value commercial properties are located in Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver
Eppraisal
MARCH 8, 2022
Clean and renewable energy is all the rage these days. It excites the imagination that we will be able to manufacture products; heat homes and buildings; drive trucks and automobiles; and even shoot rockets into space with power that is ample, abundant and in no way toxic to the atmosphere. Biofuels, wind and hydropower are among the means studied and applied.
Mortgagebroker News
MARCH 8, 2022
The new product incentivizes rental supply preservation and creation, it says
Will Springer Realtor
MARCH 8, 2022
Whether you’re planning a move to Seattle/King County or have just settled into our area, there may be a few aspects of living in the Pacific Northwest that may have been omitted. Sure, you may have friends here who will give you tips on trendy hair salons, inexpensive restaurants or bohemian coffee shops. But did they tell you how to get your driver’s license, register to vote or where to find a good deep-dish pizza?
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