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Smart Rate, Michael Strauss no longer authorized to do business in Illinois

Housing Wire

Meanwhile, Michael Strauss , its only loan officer, now has an inactive status on his license, according to the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). While the decision was under appeal, Strauss was brokering loans. 3, indicating a voluntary surrender.

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Did Michael Strauss, accused of fraud, just start a new mortgage company?

Housing Wire

There were no severance packages, and even health insurance was canceled retroactive to May 2022, leaving some on the hook for huge medical bills. The nascent mortgage company, however, has only one loan officer registered and no loan origination volume so far, according to the mortgage tech platform Modex.

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Virtual notary adoption surges as businesses rush to close transactions remotely

Housing Wire

This article was written for FinLedger, HW Media’s new fintech focused news brand designed specifically for financial services professionals in banking, payments, insurance and proptech. insurance companies, including home and auto providers. Register for the FinLedger Daily Newsletter.

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The ‘double-edged sword’ of dual licensing

Housing Wire

The company recently launched a mortgage brokerage firm that offers a plug-and-play program for real estate agents to become mortgage loan officers, a practice called dual licensing. of the loan amount, with a $5,000 cap, which adds to the typical buyer-side agent commission of up to 3%. For example, Realfinity pays LOs 1.4%

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How to Buy a Rental Property: Get Tips from the Experts

PennyMac

Have you been inspired by one of the numerous investment property television shows? If so, you are probably intrigued by the prospect of investing in rental property. Financing, knowing what kind of property to buy, and the many other steps are all part of a well-rounded investment plan. Property taxes. Maintenance costs.

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Everything You Need to Know about the Mortgage Approval Process

Eppraisal

While applicants can feel uneasy about a bank looking so closely at their financial lives, they can nonetheless take comfort from the fact that the lender's thoroughness enables it to make loans in the first place. Assembling and confirming the validity of these documents is the job of a loan processor.

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What’s Included in Closing Costs?

PennyMac

If you’re buying a second property (such as an investment property), sellers can contribute the same amounts for down payments above 10%. State laws will usually dictate who is legally responsible for overseeing the closing. FHA Mortgage Insurance Premium. The current rate is 1.75% of your base loan amount. Courier Fee.