Housing Wire

JULY 13, 2022

American Digital Title Insurance Co. , a Denver-based insurtech title insurance provider controlled by insurance giant Munich Re , has been authorized to underwrite title insurance in California, the second largest title insurance market in the country.

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 25, 2022

How can you capitalize on your first investment property? Whether your first investment property will be a rental or a flip, your goal is to walk away with more money than you put into it. Keep in mind that investment homebuyers will be required to put down a minimum of 15% to secure financing, according to Lending Tree.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

The trade group also faces two massive class-action lawsuits that could forever upend the agent commission structure , and is fighting a separate legal battle with the Department of Justice. No one in the real estate industry comes close to NAR’s lobbying budget. Chamber of Commerce in seven of the last 10 years.

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Padove Appraisal Service

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

There are several reasons why someone may want to get a real estate appraisal: Buying or selling a property: If you are buying or selling a property, an appraisal can help determine its fair market value, which can be useful in negotiations and setting a listing price.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 9, 2022

I then went to work for a builder and from there I just stayed in real estate. Prior to the co-op program, did you know anything about title or had you considered a career in the world of real estate ? But I like that there is a balance between legal stuff and people. Luna: I definitely stumbled into it.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 19, 2021

Knox oversees a portfolio of more than $100 million in investment properties, and was named one of HousingWire’s 2021 Tech100 companies. Knox automates and oversees a property’s finances and taxes, insurance, leasing and legal, tenant and property care, banking, and bill pay. Knox has shown people across the U.S.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

“CoreLogic is a mission-critical vendor and data provider across industry sectors in which Stone Point has specialized over the past 20 years, including mortgage, residential real estate and P&C insurance,” said Chuck Davis, CEO of Stone Point Capital. The investors dropped their takeover bid on Nov.

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Eppraisal

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Investing in real estate can be a lucrative venture, but it's crucial to understand the financial aspects that contribute to a profitable investment property. Let's break down the key elements and calculations you need to consider when evaluating potential investment opportunities.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 13, 2022

Title insurance protects borrowers from financial loss if the lender discovers a defect in the title to the property (for example, a previous mortgage) and demands a borrower to pay back the loan. Perhaps the interesting part regarding conformity in title insurance fees is found in Section 8 of RESPA (12 U.S.C.

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McKissock

APRIL 3, 2022

With the rising normalization of cryptocurrencies in our marketplaces, it’s no surprise crypto has found its way into real estate. Major benefits of tokenizing real estate assets include: More liquidity. Lowered barriers for investment. Real Estate Smart Contracts. Marketplace Platforms. Immutability.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 29, 2021

The announcement named Stacie Herron as KWx chief legal officer; Dave Smith as president of Keller Home Financial Services; TV Kumaresh as head of strategy planning and integration; and Paige Gorman as vice president of integration. Kumaresh will oversee strategy operations for investments, outcomes and results for KWx.

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McKissock

MAY 8, 2022

With the rising normalization of cryptocurrencies in our marketplaces, it’s no surprise crypto has found its way into real estate. Major benefits of tokenizing real estate assets include: More liquidity. Lowered barriers for investment. Real Estate Smart Contracts. Marketplace Platforms. Immutability.

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Realtor

JANUARY 27, 2020

stocknshares/iStock Probate is the legal process of sorting and distributing someone’s personal property when they die. This often includes real estate, as well as other high-ticket items like cars or valuable jewelry. Costs to secure the real estate/insurance premium. How much does probate cost?

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The Robert Weiler Company

OCTOBER 15, 2021

retail and restaurant headquarters, but the Columbus, OH real estate and job markets have seen remarkable growth, too. As such, there is no better time than now to seek out commercial real estate in Columbus, Ohio. Make Sure Your Commercial Real Estate Investment Pays Off with 5 Tips.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Homeownership in the black community You don’t have to be in the real estate business to know that homeownership is a cornerstone of the American Dream, representing stability, wealth building, and community ties. You’ll find most of these assets attached to real estate in urban areas. But it wasn’t enough.

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Boston Appraisal

MARCH 18, 2024

In legal disputes, the accurate valuation of real estate can be pivotal, making real estate appraisers key expert witnesses. Their specialized knowledge and objective analysis provide crucial evidence that can shed light on complex issues, shape legal strategies, and underpin strong case arguments.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 11, 2023

Those who aren’t really familiar with the settlement services industry tend to think of a title agency as, more or less, the business that makes the closing happen and delivers a title insurance policy. But those who live and breathe title know there’s something even more fundamental with which they are charged.

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Realtor

JANUARY 27, 2020

stocknshares/iStock Probate is the legal process of sorting and distributing someone’s personal property when they die. This often includes real estate, as well as other high-ticket items like cars or valuable jewelry. Costs to secure the real estate/insurance premium. How much does probate cost?

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

The real estate market has been on a crazy ride for the past few years. Everything was exciting and there were no limits, that’s what I loved about my work the most – I was able to connect with US real estate photographers, and agents even though I was thousands of miles away in Finland and, to entice them to try our app.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 12, 2023

As existing-home sales continue to slide and mortgage rates rise ever higher, all but eliminating any hope for refinance transactions, the title insurance industry is doubling down on technology. So, what that means is, that we have to invest in building intentional expertise.” At the forefront, is artificial intelligence , or AI.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

One area in the mortgage and real estate industry that has been evolving for nearly two decades is digital closings. In 2017, the associations collaborated to create standard legislation that is safe for consumers, ensures the transaction can be insurable and is technology neutral. In Japan, the word for “improvement” is kaizen.

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Housing Wire

JULY 19, 2022

Agencies with existing fintech offices include the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation , the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. The FHFA said it was following in the footsteps of other financial regulators by establishing its own fintech office.

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Eppraisal

MARCH 3, 2023

Do you as a homeowners know the difference between a homeowner's insurance policy and a home warranty? With the increase in home values over the last couple years, you have a bigger investment to protect against hazards and defects. You will pay an annual premium for your homeowner's insurance.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 14, 2022

Never in her decades-long career did Giguiere think she might be responsible for monitoring and reporting potential criminal activity in the real estate market. “It It is just ridiculous to put that on real estate agents and companies,” Giguiere said. That is not the role of a real estate agent.

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Housing Wire

MAY 26, 2023

But the patchwork of state, county and municipal requirements — in addition to federal rules and regulations — demands that a growing firm have access to an attorney or legal resources deeply familiar with the industry, as well as the region in which that firm intends to grow. All down cycles come to an end.

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The Robert Weiler Company

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Feeling a bit overwhelmed by the thought of a commercial real estate appraisal? The process can be daunting, especially if you’ve never engaged in an appraisal for commercial real estate before. Question 1: What is a commercial real estate appraisal? So, why do you need a commercial real estate appraisal?

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McKissock

MAY 15, 2023

If you’re already a fully licensed and accredited real estate appraiser, chances are you have already been working with a more experienced appraiser. Bear in mind that real estate markets—both commercial and residential—are volatile. Real estate markets tend to be cyclical, but the cycles are only vaguely predictable.

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Housing Wire

JULY 12, 2022

Mortgages for manufactured homes, investment properties, duplexes and fourplexes are not eligible. A certification lightens the legal liability of bias. For cash-out refinances, the loan-to-value amount may not exceed 70% for a primary residence, or 60% for a second home.

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The Robert Weiler Company

JANUARY 2, 2021

In real estate, buyers and sellers must be knowledgeable to make informed decisions. Essentially, a land contract is an alternative financing option if you’re investing in: Farmland or raw land. Learn how you, the real estate investor, can avoid the bank and make an agreement directly with the seller.

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D Fritz Appraisals

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Home equity is like having money in the bank, but it’s tied up in your real estate. Using equity to buy a second home can be attractive for those looking for additional real estate investments. Considering all the pros and cons before investing in this (or any) loan or mortgage product is essential.

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The Robert Weiler Company

MARCH 29, 2023

You’ve also learned that much time and effort goes into managing investment properties. To maximize your return on investment, you must hire a licensed property manager company in Ohio to oversee the daily operations. Property managers ensure the real estate operates according to the property owner’s direction.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

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. business advisory firm in real estate, mortgage finance, digital mortgage, banking and capital markets.

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Lamacchia Realty

MAY 9, 2023

Attorney Fee: As CEO Anthony Lamacchia will attest, it is crucial to have a good real estate attorney when buying a home. A good attorney will make sure that all of the legal documentation is clear and correct, that all of the bases have been covered, and things that can help protect you are in place.

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PennyMac

JUNE 2, 2022

Have you been inspired by one of the numerous investment property television shows? Or, have you seen friends or family find success in real estate? If so, you are probably intrigued by the prospect of investing in rental property. For example, typical annual costs include things like: Insurance. Property taxes.

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Will Springer Realtor

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The seller of the property receives a secured promissory note, a fancy term for a legal IOU, which details the reshaped loan (principal and interest). While buyers won’t have legal title to the property (that remains with the lender), they gain equitable title, allowing them to occup the property. Default Risk. Cancel Risk.

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The Robert Weiler Company

APRIL 5, 2023

The pandemic created a spike in e-commerce sales and the need for data centers, transforming the industrial real estate market both nationally and locally, in Columbus, Ohio. Industrial real estate investors and developers can’t add new properties to the market fast enough. Do they have any legal problems?

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Housing Wire

JUNE 11, 2021

An appraisal will allow both the lender and the potential buyers feel comfortable and confident in their investment. During closing, buyers sign several legal documents and pay additional fees, some of which are recurring costs like property tax.

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