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Flueid integrates with Encompass to fuel loan originations

Housing Wire

This integration allows lenders to access Flueid’s title data and insights during the loan application process, resulting in time savings and a simplified consumer experience. Loan officers and underwriters can now easily check title information and review critical insights to understand the status of a property and consumer.

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Black Knight offers new servicer solutions to curb foreclosure, late-stage default

Housing Wire

The Collections solutions are geared toward helping to prevent foreclosure and late-stage default by making qualified assistance options timelier and more accessible to both homeowners and servicers, Black Knight said on Thursday. “By Black Knight is preparing to be acquired by Intercontinental Exchange (ICE).

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3 ways to help borrowers navigate choices as ‘exotic’ loans make a comeback

Housing Wire

But for some borrowers, a less traditional loan type could make the most financial sense. Add context about why you’re asking for specific information at every stage. Without enough timely information to ask questions and compare options, borrowers had loans they couldn’t afford.

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A loan officer’s ultimate guide to appraisal modernization

Housing Wire

And as a loan officer (LO), why should I care? A look into GSE appraisal modernization efforts The GSEs have each offered appraisal waivers on eligible loans for several years. For an LO working to get the loan to the finish line, this can be a huge time saver. Why do we need them? Who is eligible to take advantage of them?

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Industry supports FHA’s 40-year loan term option — with caveats

Housing Wire

The deadline for the mortgage industry to chime in on the Federal Housing Administration ‘s (FHA) proposed 40-year loan modification rule was at the end of May. It remains unclear when the FHA plans to add the 40-year loan modification option to its servicing and loss mitigation handbook. Presented by: Stavvy.

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Bridge Loans in Dallas: How to Unlock Home Equity to Buy Before You Sell

HomeLight

However, there’s a solution that you may not have considered: a bridge loan. A bridge loan is a short-term financial tool designed to “bridge the gap,” enabling you to purchase a new home before you’ve sold your current residence. What is a bridge loan, in simple words? How does a bridge loan work in Dallas?

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Bridge Loans in Atlanta: How to Unlock Home Equity to Buy Before You Sell

HomeLight

However, there’s one financial tool you probably haven’t considered – a bridge loan. A bridge loan is a short-term financing solution, giving you the necessary income to purchase a new home, even before you’ve sold your current one. What is a bridge loan, in simple words? How does a bridge loan work in Atlanta?

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