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CoreLogic integrates CAL FIRE inspection data

Housing Wire

The firm announced Friday that it is incorporating Public Resource Code (PRC) 4291 inspection data into its WFMS. Typically, insurers obtain proof that a property has passed inspection from the policyholder. Started in 2016, the inspection database is maintained by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE).

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How High Interest Rates Are Changing Commercial Property Lending

Propmodo

This has been a perfect storm for the commercial real estate lending industry. Falling property prices and liquidity fears are causing banks to slow or stop lending on commercial properties. All of this combined to push commercial lending to a standstill.

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The Benefits of Digitizing Commercial Building Inspections (with Examples)

Enertiv

From the humble garden style property, to the trophy high rise, to the logistics fulfillment and distribution center, the inspection is a fixture of owning and operating commercial real estate. Inspections form the basis for prioritizing maintenance work and capital investments. Let’s dig into three real-world examples.

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The current REO market requires an expansion of services for business growth

Housing Wire

Balancing supply and demand is a delicate dance between new construction and existing properties. Notably, property risk calls for thorough inspection, preservation, and maintenance to limit liability. HW: What are the risk management challenges for REO assets?

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Should I Waive a Home Inspection? Why Buyers Are Willing To Right Now

Realtor.com

When we finally did go under contract on this third home, we learned of another issue: Home inspectors in the area were booked for two weeks and up, but our contract stated that we had only seven days to get an inspection done. We got lucky, but it left me wondering: Is it ever OK to waive a home inspection?

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Things Builders Should Know About Spec Home Loans

Realty Biz

Development financing for larger new construction projects and alternative financing approaches should also be considered. A spec home is a newly constructed residential property built by a developer or builder without a buyer already in place. What is a Spec House? The definition of a spec house is straightforward.

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Commercial real estate firms reveal challenges of remote work

Realty Biz

But some commercial real estate professionals say that some aspects of their work have become more challenging, including training new employees and networking. In the commercial real estate sector, executives said that they could work reasonably efficiently from home.