Housing Wire

APRIL 12, 2023

In the case of the real estate company, a spoofed email that purported to be from a real estate agent at the company directed a closing attorney to wire $154,000 in home-purchase funds to a bank account controlled by the fraudsters. bank accounts to various locations in West Africa via wire transfers. billion.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Click n’ Close has partnered with warehouse lenders like Ameris Bank with the aim of providing “warehouse line access to qualified program participants previously financially ineligible for these lines of credit,” according to a statement from the company.

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The Mortgage Report

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Bank of America mortgage review showing how the company compares to other top lenders for mortgage rates, customer service, and loan options.

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Marco Santarelli

MARCH 29, 2023

government agency that provides insurance coverage to depositors in case their bank or financial institution fails. One of the best ways to ensure that your money is safe and protected is by keeping it in an FDIC-insured bank. One of the best ways to ensure that your money is safe and protected is by keeping it in an FDIC-insured bank.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 10, 2023

A host of nonbanks and traditional depository lenders, such as banks and credit unions, as well as a growing number of fintech firms continue to ramp up efforts and product lines to meet that demand. As of March 8, according to Commerce Bank , the prime rate was 7.75%. rebranded as Rithm Capital ). to 2 points.”

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GeekEstate

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

The benefits of customer loyalty are well documented. Loyalty is not widely distributed though, with 54% of customers only loyal to 1 to 5 brands. Of course, real estate practitioners are among those in dire need of customer loyalty. Handing over keys to a buyer is far from the end of the relationship.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 4, 2022

For lenders looking to win this next generation of customers, it’s more important than ever to understand the market and services this clientele needs. This trend is exacerbated perhaps by the aging of America and the growing desire to age in place. Market outlook. A new generation of buyers.

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HomeLight

MAY 15, 2024

Nicknamed the “Crossroads of America,” Indianapolis attracts a mix of local and national investors keen on the city’s growing population, strong labor market, and lower cost of living. Read through online reviews on platforms like Google, Yelp, Facebook, and Trustpilot to gauge previous sellers’ experiences.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 1, 2023

The Detroit-based lender’s unmatched combination of name recognition, digital infrastructure and consumer technology enabled it to originate more than $670 billion in mortgages in 2020 and 2021, smashing records in the process. Its parent Rocket Companies rode the wave to a stunning $9.4 billion in profit in 2020 and $6.1 billion in 2021.

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Realtor.com

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Emil Lendof/The Wall Street Journal Millions of Americans lost their jobs and skipped debt payments this year. You wouldn’t know it looking at consumer credit scores. While the coronavirus was pummeling the U.S. economy, Americans’ credit scores—a metric used in nearly every consumer-lending decision—were rising.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The rapid collapse of four regional banks that began last March shocked regulators and investors alike. The banks had courted high-net-worth clients working in speculative tech and crypto startups in Silicon Valley, while also tying up a large portion of the banks’ assets in Treasury securities. By the end of Feb.

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Housing Wire

MAY 16, 2023

The origination platform that Home Point was so proud of helped Homepoint become the third-largest wholesale mortgage lender in America in 2021 and 2022. The origination platform that Home Point was so proud of helped Homepoint become the third-largest wholesale mortgage lender in America in 2021 and 2022.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Despite steep financial losses, mortgage tech company Blend continues to add some of America’s largest mortgage lenders to its client roster. On Tuesday, the fintech and PNC Bank announced a partnership that allows customers to digitally apply for a mortgage and import bank/payroll information directly into their application.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 23, 2023

The ongoing tumult in the banking industry brought to light by the recent failures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank — the second and third largest bank failures in U.S. history, respectively — also threatens liquidity channels for the independent mortgage banks (IMBs).

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RIS Media

APRIL 5, 2021

Services include logo design, social media graphics, business cards and custom email signatures. Canon Solutions America, Inc. Listen360 is a provider of customer feedback in franchising. All Approved Supplier services and products are offered through the RE/MAX Marketplace , a one-stop portal for RE/MAX affiliates in the U.S.

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HomeLight

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Before you request a cash offer, it’s important to understand how Texas cash-for-homes companies function, how much they might offer for your home, and how you can weigh your options so you don’t leave anything on the table. Here’s what Texas sellers need to know. Get an All-Cash Offer on Your Texas Home. No repairs, no staging, no open houses.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 4, 2023

In particular, Holden noted the opportunity of training computer algorithms to review bank statements and identifying borrowers who have no credit but are making consistent rent payments every month. “We Rocket Companies is focused on using technology to tap into a potential customer base.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 16, 2021

Buying a house is a dream for millions of people, and homeownership remains a cornerstone of American life. But if you don’t know where to start — or what you need — then it’s a dream that won’t manifest. HomeLight to the rescue! So without further ado, here’s a step-by-step rundown of what you can generally expect when you buy a home.

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The Close

JULY 30, 2020

Over the years, I’ve read dozens of books about business and real estate. When I was starting my brokerage , there were 10 key real estate books that helped me start my business, and later thrive. In my experience, not all real estate books are created equal. Others are just regurgitated and stale marketing advice. It’s unfortunate, but true.

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HomeLight

MARCH 21, 2022

You can also review a list of some of the top house buying companies nationwide and details about each, including where they operate and how they’ve been reviewed by past customers. Connect With a Reputable House Buying Company. No repairs, no showings, no open houses. How do companies that buy houses work?

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HomeLight

APRIL 29, 2022

Whether you’ve got a fixer-upper or recently inherited a relative’s home, you’ve likely decided that the goal is to skip repairs, get a fair offer, and move on. Some people have a lot more time and energy to engage and make the best of the sale, and some people don’t,” says George Graham , a top real estate agent in the Seattle, Washington, area.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 4, 2023

You can DIY custom closets yourself by following these tips from Coastal Closets and Showers. In the age of social media, smartphones and AI algorithms, there is no shortage of information on how you should remodel your home to increase its value. What buyers want in a home, and which projects are worth taking on?

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HomeLight

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Source: (Clay Banks / Unsplash). home sales price of $453,300, as reported by the Federal Reserve Bank of Saint Louis. You’re antsy for new digs, and you just need to sell your current home to snag that dream house. In this guide, we dive deep into what costs sellers should expect to pay. How much you can expect to pay overall.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

You’re at a barbecue at your friend’s new house. In between mouthfuls of corn on the cob and burgers it seems just about everyone is discussing their new home or their hunt for one. You smile and nod but can’t relate. Instead, you’re wondering how you’ll ever be able to afford a house. Deep breaths. How much to put down. How low can you go?

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Marco Santarelli

AUGUST 17, 2020

Instead, we’re going to focus on the best real estate websites that make it easier to perform due diligence when researching properties and simplify the process of finding, vetting, and managing tenants. Here is the list of 21 best real estate websites in 2020 for buying, selling, renting, or managing a property. Pic Credits: Realtor.com.

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Marco Santarelli

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has imposed a hefty fine of $12 million on Bank of America for misleading mortgage lending data reported to the federal government. The violations initially surfaced in 2020 when the bank identified numerous loan officers who failed to collect this crucial information.

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Notorious ROB

DECEMBER 19, 2022

And the FAQ for “Customer-Owned Exclusives” is now available here. In my review of Opendoor’s Q3 earnings , I talked at some length about this new 3P Platform and said: Under the rules today, Opendoor Exclusives — whether 1P or 3P — end up on Zillow’s second tab. Does not apply to VIP Subscriptions.)

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GeekEstate

JANUARY 19, 2022

Customers : Primarily low-income workers earning less than $35,000 a year—with an average income around $25,000. [Editor’s Note: The GEM is a real estate tech think-tank comprised of 500+ founders, executives, VCs, and practitioners. Our mission is to attract the 1,500 most forward-thinking, and diverse, innovators. BIZ BRICKS.

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GeekEstate

DECEMBER 29, 2022

[Editor’s Note: Below is the full text of our 237th Weekly Transmission, originally delivered direct to the inbox of more than 600 GEM members on December 22th, 2022. Below, I look back on a year that saw iBuying turmoil, carnage in the public markets, 3D printing milestones, and huge advances in generative AI. The 2022 macro left no one unaffected.

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