Housing Wire

JULY 11, 2024

Rocktop — a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company that works to improve yields for institutional investors , asset managers and other participants in the fixed-income and mortgage markets — has now placed more than $60 billion in unpaid principal balance (UPB) on its data management platform. billion in UPB. “The

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Housing Wire

APRIL 18, 2024

Repurchases have been a hot topic for lenders, and to some degree, the agencies and investors have gotten a bad rap in these discussions,” said Nick Volpe , executive vice president of ACES Quality Management. “ Non-QM loans are those that cannot be purchased by the GSEs.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 15, 2024

Let’s face it: joint ventures (JVs) and affiliated business arrangements (ABAs) are all the rage in the residential real estate space right now. So why aren’t more commercial real estate (CRE) entities – investors , principals, banks, law firms or developers – seeking the same? And why not?

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Housing Wire

MARCH 27, 2024

ClearAVM offers precise property valuations, empowering property investors and asset managers to make well-informed decisions regarding investment, management and underwriting. Single-family rental (SFR) investors also rely on AVMs to assess asset portfolios, guide leasing and sale decisions, and ensure thorough due diligence. “We

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The companies behind these platforms – ranging from stalwarts like Black Knight and MCT , to startups such as Maxex and Maxwell – essentially connect lenders and investors, and also match them with critical services such as paper standardization and due diligence. “In 2021, we’ve had a record volume.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 25, 2021

Prior to the Great Recession, private label securitizations (PLS) constituted a majority of all residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) issued. Without such standards, there will be a substantial bottleneck as each transaction will require 100 percent due diligence and manual processes. .

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Housing Wire

APRIL 26, 2022

Essentially, through the so-called Bacon Protocol — a set of smart contracts and programming that exists on the Ethereum blockchain platform — investors can purchase stable coins, which are a form of “stable” cryptocurrency pegged to the value of the U.S. LoanSnap is not alone in seeing future opportunity in the crypto-mortgage market.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Goldman Sachs’ string of residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) offerings this year were dominated by a dozen prime jumbo-loan deals backed by loan pools valued at $7.7 The [private-label] market started coming back this year [after dropping off in 2020 due to the pandemic], and deals started getting done,” Franco said. “The

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Housing Wire

JUNE 3, 2024

State regulators, investors, creditors, business partners, and the public in general conducting due diligence or research are expected to use the information available. According to the CFPB, these orders are usually publicly available but are not comprehensively tracked by interested parties.

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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 10, 2024

Los Angeles -based Dunmor , a technology -enabled lender that specializes in loans for residential real estate investors , has added a pair of experienced executives in the business-purpose lending space. Huff has also worked in the whole loan investment sector on pricing, due diligence, portfolio surveillance and loss mitigation.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 12, 2022

Loans in Pools 1 thru 3 are being serviced by New Residential Mortgage LLC , NewRez LLC and Fannie Mae — and subserviced by NewRez LLC, Fannie’s fact sheet on the deal states. The parent company of New Residential Mortgage, Caliber Home Loans and NewRez — New Residential Investment — earlier this summer was rebranded as Rithm Capital.). (The

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 13, 2023

In addition, secondary market investors continue to show interest in well-underwritten, higher-rate loans secured by single-family rental properties. The third deal in motion, also backed in part by investment properties, is now undergoing due-diligence review. Securities and Exchange Commission.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 14, 2023

billion in penalties to settle a civil action alleging misconduct related to the underwriting, issuance and sale of residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) before the 2008 financial crisis. Swiss bank UBS AG announced Monday it has agreed to pay $1.43 The settlement with the U.S.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 12, 2022

The special purpose acquisition company announced Friday that it signed a non-binding letter of intent with the privately held $3-5 billion asset holding company with nationwide residential mortgage lending and servicing operations. “We United Wholesale Mortgage went public in January 2021 after merging with Gores Holdings IV.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 2, 2022

In other words, it flattens out the space between the primary and secondary markets, allowing mortgages to essentially be originated and securitized nearly instantaneously across a distributed computer network that is accessible to authorized investors. “It It [promises to] completely remove, or disintermediate, the higher market,” he added.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 5, 2022

SitusAMC subsidiary Securent is expanding its reach into the private-label market with plans to soon introduce a loan-defect insurance product for residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS) transactions, according to executives from both companies. Securities backed by the loans are then issued and sold to investors.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 8, 2022

That’s what it looks like to some of the experts behind the scenes who are responsible for rating and conducting due diligence on private label securities (PLS) offerings. But there were still [PLS] deals that went out after pausing because maybe they [the issuers] found an investor to buy it, and it just took them more time.”.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 17, 2022

“Rapidly rising rates and widening spreads limited securitization volume in February for both investor [investment property] and prime jumbo issuance,” the report states. “… And, as we noted in last month’s report, the price for loans traded through the exchange has fallen again as well.”. Pelka agrees that the PLS market is under pressure.

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Housing Wire

JULY 10, 2024

For over 37 years I have been a consultant to brokerage firms, MLS’s, Association of Realtors, and other entities related to the residential brokerage industry. They used an outside consultant to scan the market and produce potential investors or purchasers.

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The Close

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

As part of your due diligence, here are some factors to explore when purchasing land. If you’re looking to sell individual residential lots or create a subdivision, you’ll want to find land in a residential area that’s properly zoned (we’ll talk about zoning soon).

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The Close

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

A well-structured plan will guide your decisions and attract potential partners or investors. Crowdfunding: Real estate crowdfunding is when investors pool resources and invest in projects such as new developments or acquisitions. The key here is finding deals where the seller, wholesaler (you), and investor all win.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Consider the residential client disappointed at the lack of inventory , or the commercial investor with many vacancies in a once-thriving property. Do your homework While some urgent situations are beyond your control (see: global pandemic), others can be largely pre-empted with due diligence.

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Realty Biz

AUGUST 13, 2021

Turnkey rentals have high appeal to investors because of the passive income with a decent return on the investment. The investor purchases the rental, but it is operated by a professional property management company. Always do your due diligence on both the house and the business you are purchasing from.

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Marco Santarelli

APRIL 9, 2025

How Economic Uncertainty Can Create Real Estate Opportunities The fear and uncertainty caused by tariffs and market downturns can actually create unique opportunities for savvy real estate investors. Rising interest rates and tighter lending standards can sideline potential homebuyers, reducing competition and giving investors an edge.

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HomeLight

MARCH 4, 2021

While homeownership is a common starting point for many hopeful investors, there are myriad types of real estate investments worth having on your residential radar. There are four main categories of real estate investing: Residential (buildings that house people). Commercial (spaces in which businesses operate).

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AAOA

JANUARY 27, 2025

Because of their capacity to improve an investors cash flow, generate multiple streams of income and boost their net operating income (NOI), multifamily properties are a popular type of real estate investment. Taking your time and doing your due diligence when considering a particular investment property will always be a crucial step.

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The Close

MARCH 11, 2025

The process of locating and purchasing for sale by owner (FSBO) properties can be a complex endeavor for investors. However, FSBO properties are financially attractive for investors expanding their real estate portfolio. Understanding the best way to search for FSBO listings can guide investors toward the most beneficial opportunities.

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HomeLight

JUNE 4, 2024

Atlanta’s real estate market, with its mix of historic charm and modern developments, attracts a wealth of investors — both local and from out-of-state — who are ready to buy with cash. Investors purchased more than $1 billion worth of Atlanta-area residential real estate in the first three months of 2024, placing it in the top 10 U.S.

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AAOA

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Although many people consider a house up to 600 square feet to be a tiny home, the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC) Appendix AQ, stated that tiny houses are dwelling units measuring 400 square feet (37 m 2 ) or less in floor area, excluding lofts. They have proven to be a good venture, especially for first-time investors.

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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. Zoning determines land use, such as residential, commercial, or agricultural.

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Realty Biz

JANUARY 25, 2023

Acquiring residential rental properties is a great way to build wealth and generate passive income. The following are some things to keep in mind when acquiring residential rental properties. Research and Due Diligence Before making an offer on a property, it is important to do your research and due diligence.

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Realty Biz

JANUARY 10, 2022

We think there might be good money to be made by developing the acreage into a residential development with large lots (1/2 acre each). You’ve stated that your goal is doing this by developing residential houses, so I assume you know that the property is zoned for this. However, we would like to maximize the value. Answer: Hello James.

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Realty Biz

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

These platforms act as intermediaries, facilitating the investment process and providing a platform for investors to browse and select investment opportunities. Through these platforms, investors can gain exposure to real estate assets without the need for direct ownership or the hassles of property management.

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The Close

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

On the other hand, traditional investment propertiesalso known as long-term residential rentalsusually provide a steady monthly income with longer tenant leases. Zoning laws: Residential zones are typically intended for long-term housing, so some cities enforce strict zoning laws to limit short-term rentals.

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Realty Biz

MAY 4, 2021

Just like investing, real estate development typically specializes in either residential or commercial properties. Most residential development projects are further specialized into apartment buildings or tracts of land for single-family homes. Residential Development Project Scope.

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Marco Santarelli

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Some conventional IRA experts say that it is better to stay away from investing in real estate through IRAs due to the strict government control over them and the hefty penalties imposed on wrongful transactions. Among other variables, investors must examine market conditions, property conditions, financing opportunities, and rental demand.

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