Housing Wire

APRIL 26, 2022

The crypto-mortgages originated by LoanSnap so far are more akin to home-equity loans as opposed to home-purchase or rate-and-term refinance loans. LauraMac is a software as a service, or SaaS, firm that provides due-diligence automation tools for the secondary market. To date, LoanSnap has originated about $7.3

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Housing Wire

MAY 15, 2024

The transaction is subject to due diligence, negotiation of definitive terms and other closing conditions. On March 6, the company received $1 billion in equity investment , led by former U.S. Department of Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin’s private equity firm, Liberty Strategic Capital.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 2, 2021

HousingWire: What are some due diligence and underwriting challenges loan originators face today? Steve Greenfield: Lenders have always faced certain challenges when meeting necessary due diligence and providing accurate underwriting services. With the pandemic, they can be even more difficult these days.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 25, 2024

REcolorado was surprised to learn this week that its primary shareholders — the Denver Metro Association of Realtors (DMAR) and the South Metro Denver Realtor Association (SMDRA) — have agreed to sell the company to a private equity firm.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 21, 2022

It’s one thing to throw buzzwords like “due diligence” around when the time comes to build an M&A strategy, and yet, quite another to walk away with maximum ROI. Due diligence. What a regional title insurer might look for in buying a title agency can be very different from what private equity firms want.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Apart from that, is it truly Mr. Kortas’s view that due diligence on a $25 million real estate transaction would not have involved someone asking about Nexa’s basic authority to make such a transaction?” Kortas and Grella founded NEXA seven years ago after leaving Equity Prime Mortgage. As of Wednesday, NEXA was the largest U.S.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Piercy said savvy MSR buyers have instituted “counterparty diligence forever,” adding that regardless of the repurchase environment, that counterparty review [due diligence] “is critical.” If there is a risk, then they will expand that due diligence to see what else is there, and that’s how buyers protect themselves.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 28, 2024

While the statement said it supported the effort to decouple the local MLS from DMAR and SMDRA, the MLS said it objects to the associations selling it to an outside private equity firm. “We .” Other comments noted support for the shareholders and their actions.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

The Fund will seek commercial leverage by organizing and leading a syndicate of fintech-focused venture capital and private equity funds to create significantly more investing capacity – an important aspect of the program’s design. TMC members will be encouraged to provide hands-on advice and direction to the fund’s portfolio companies.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 2, 2022

Morgan announced that it had settled its first tokenized transaction involving money-market fund shares as collateral — with plans to eventually pursue blockchain-based transactions for tokenized collateral involving equities and fixed-income securities, which include mortgage-backed securities (MBS).

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Realty Biz

JULY 25, 2022

When you are buying a home there are three types of properties that need more research and due diligence. Types of Properties With More Required Due Diligence. Short Sales Require Patience and Due Diligence. There is often an economic downturn that causes homeowners equity to decrease substantially.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Completion of the proposed transaction is subject to the completion of due diligence, the negotiation of a definitive merger agreement and satisfaction of the conditions negotiated, including the approval of the transaction by the stockholders, a filing with the U.S.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 31, 2022

From portfolio retention strategy, equity analysis and valuation to prepayment and default analytics, pre- and post-bid due diligence, performance benchmarking, and more, RAP significantly reduces the time, effort and cost for organizations in the mortgage industry to analyze large data sets and create models.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

We’re also seeing interest in technology and solutions that support home equity lending. Our IDS business, for example, has a real foothold in the home equity space with its credit union clients. And mid-last year, we introduced an OmniVault that supports digital HELOCs.

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Marco Santarelli

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

An investor buys a property, renovates it to increase its value, rents it out to generate income, refinances it to take out equity, and then repeats the process with another property. With the right approach and due diligence, real estate can be a powerful addition to your investment portfolio. Happy investing!

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 11, 2020

They enter into homeownership more easily, with a lifetime to build equity to pass down to their children. But despite what’s at stake for minority communities, they have so far refused to perform such basic due diligence. One tool I used for a time to level this playing field was seller-funded down payment assistance.

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AAOA

MARCH 20, 2025

Due diligence is a critical step in purchasing real estate. This includes performing physical due diligence on the building, financial due diligence by reviewing financial records and all the paperwork, and legal due diligence to ensure everything is in order from a legal perspective.

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Housing Wire

MAY 13, 2022

A quick look at the breadth and depth of mortgage blockchain innovation marks progress towards what seems to be a self-evident change threshold: Automate mortgage initiation, execution and servicing for lenders & buyers Expand product variety while avoiding the need to stand up humans for every new mortgage product line Use cryptocurrency as loan (..)

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

These people have a lot of wealth, and if they are choosing to invest in a different direction, they might choose to take the gains and free up the equity to invest in their newest ventures. Another path to survival for some IMBs, according to Ludden, might be to convert to a brokerage operation.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 11, 2022

Last week, Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation announced the hiring of Tane Cabe as its new reverse business development manager with a focus on Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) for Purchase (H4P) business. Due diligence is also a priority for Fairway, Hultquist says, and certain necessities are encouraged by the lender. “We

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Housing Wire

JULY 29, 2021

To prepare for such eventualities, we believe servicers should have a backup provider and conduct due diligence on their current tax service provider to determine the resiliency of their operations. JW: In early July, we announced the sale to two private equity firms : Flexpoint Ford and Vestar Capital Partners. Why don’t they?

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The Close

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Do your due diligence on the property, and show up ready to bid. Visit Zillow Step 4: Evaluate Potential Properties Once you’ve spotted potential real estate investment properties, you must dig into the details before moving (aka due diligence). If you flip the property, you can pay them from the proceeds.

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AAOA

MAY 22, 2025

You need to lookthe potential to optimize operations, increase cash flow, and build equity through forced appreciation. Negotiate with clarity, be firm but respectful, and always leave room for due diligence to confirm your assumptions. Due diligence is where many deals fall apart or get renegotiated.

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Marco Santarelli

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

Market Research and Due Diligence: The real estate market is dynamic and constantly changing. Conducting due diligence is essential before committing to a purchase. It involves buying a property, renovating it, renting it out, refinancing it to pull out equity, and repeating the process with the profits.

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GeekEstate

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Daniel DuBois : Cofounder of Key , a company that helps prospective homeowners move in and build equity sooner. Click.AI – An AI platform and workflow that provides due-diligence automation for investors. Marshall Beck : Cofounder of BrokerAssist , a collaborative on-demand agent-agent referral network. Interested?

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GeekEstate

MAY 28, 2025

It also offers the chance to gain significant startup equity while diversifying risk, as all team members own equity in each company we build. New Venture Ideation & Diligence Conduct primary research and due diligence to help identify, vet, and launch new ventures, for which you will then lead product efforts during incubation.

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GeekEstate

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

The opportunity: Reporting to the Senior Associate, the Analyst will be responsible for supporting the Senior Associate in managing deal pipeline, conducting due diligence, producing financial performance and metrics reports, managing LP reporting, and assisting in developing efficient operating procedures as SCV grows into a global juggernaut.

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Realty Biz

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

However, the process involves intricate steps, from understanding zoning laws to securing financing and conducting due diligence. Careful due diligence is necessary to ensure you don't make any significant mistakes. Conducting thorough due diligence is the cornerstone of a successful land purchase.

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Norada Real Estate

JUNE 14, 2025

Impact on Wealth Building: Slow appreciation leads to less equity Neighborhood Concerns: Very high vacancy rates may lead to concerns about community stability. Due Diligence: Research the local market trends, planned developments, and potential future growth. This means more options and negotiating power.

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Miller Samuel INC

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

The Zestimate legacy of profound inaccuracy finally reached a devastating conclusion with the collapse of Zillow Offers this week and the loss of hundreds of millions in shareholder equity. The iBuyer bold-faced name is OpenDoor who was the unicorn of Softbank who famously backed WeWork without any apparent due diligence.

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Marco Santarelli

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Let's answer these questions — Turnkey rental property investing is good for people who want to expand their funds and gear away from the norm of investing in equity or stocks. Conduct Thorough Due Diligence Even with a turnkey property, due diligence is non-negotiable.

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The Close

MARCH 11, 2025

It’s also essential to verify all information provided by the homeowner with proper due diligence to ensure your investment decision is well-informed and data-backed. Investment property lines of credit: Dependent on an investors property equity, this credit line is suitable for property acquisition or rehabilitation.

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Marco Santarelli

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

In other words, the investor should complete due diligence before ever agreeing to a lease option. Another tactic to reduce risk is to work only with sellers who have considerable equity in their properties. That way, if a sudden illness or loss of job occurs, they have their equity as a backup.

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Realty Biz

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Due diligence: The platform conducts due diligence on the projects listed, ensuring they meet specific criteria and align with industry standards. They can typically invest through either debt or equity options. Their platform offers a range of investment opportunities, including equity investments and funds.

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HomeLight

APRIL 30, 2021

Then it’s a matter of completing your due diligence: clearing the home’s title , getting a home inspection , confirming the home’s price (through an independent appraisal, if you choose), and closing the transaction. Because of the due diligence involved with issuing mortgages, it takes a lot longer to close on a home with one.

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Marco Santarelli

MAY 3, 2025

Home Equity: You'll typically need to have sufficient equity in your home to refinance. Don't rush into anything, do your due diligence, and seek expert advice when needed. Debt-to-Income Ratio: Lenders will also look at your debt-to-income ratio to assess your ability to repay the loan.

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Realty Biz

MARCH 14, 2024

One of the recent methods that has gained attention is using a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) for investing. This is a strategy that involves borrowing against the equity of your home to fund investments. Risk Management : Conduct thorough research and due diligence before committing funds to any investment opportunity.

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