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Rising interest rates trigger an exuberant MSR market 

Housing Wire

Incenter Mortgage Advisors was flooded with a surge of mortgage-servicing rights business in January — with bulk MSR sales approaching in one month what the firm normally tallies in an entire year. On average, historically, we’d be selling $100 billion to $125 billion [in MSRs] annually,” Piercy said. “The million to $23.7

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Proptech Job Opportunity: Head of Business Development & Strategic Partnerships at EasyKnock

GeekEstate

We have a job opportunity to share from a member of GEM Diamond, EasyKnock , an institutionalized sale-leaseback residential platform. Company Description EasyKnock is a equity solutions platform giving homeowners flexible, quick solutions for their financial needs.

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Market Map: 240 Real Estate Technology Companies Transforming Today’s Housing Market

GeekEstate

This market map real estate technology companies operating across every phase of the home purchase value chain. These companies have collectively raised more than $30B in venture capital, and range from seed stage businesses to public companies. As such, we’ve included the Blend logo in those areas.

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In the Military and Selling a House: Programs and Resources for Service Members

HomeLight

Here are some options for pulling a successful sale, regardless of where you stand on your mortgage. Check your equity to get started. As a military member selling a house, the options available to you depend on your equity , which is the percent of your home that you own outright. VA-backed mortgage as marketing.

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How to Sell a House by Owner in Colorado

HomeLight

Year-over-year, monthly sales in the Phoenix metro area were down nearly 25%. Often, the decision to go for sale by owner (or, “FSBO”) is motivated by a desire to save on agent commissions. Once you’ve seen what’s required, you can roll up your sleeves and get started with your FSBO sale in Colorado.

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How to Sell a House by Owner in California (2023 Updates)

HomeLight

With such impressive sales figures, some sellers may be curious about how to sell a house by owner in California — a decision that could help them save on agent commissions. Often, the decision to go for sale by owner (or, “FSBO”) is motivated by a desire to save on agent commissions. Fast Fasts for Selling a House in California.

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Real Estate Markets Dictate Adding or Waiving Appraisals

Realty Biz

When you set out to purchase a home as buyer you will eventually find a property you love. At that point, you’ll sit down and construct on offer to purchase. Buyers and sellers will often negotiate these items before reaching an agreement. Buyers and sellers will often negotiate these items before reaching an agreement.