Remove Finance Remove Investor Remove Title search
article thumbnail

Biden tax credit to rehab homes is finally unveiled

Housing Wire

Why use several vendors for title searches, appraisals and underwriting when you can use one? Investors who acquire and renovate older homes could claim the credit on their federal tax returns, as long as the home is sold to and occupied by an eligible buyer. Presented by: Altisource.

article thumbnail

The best hard money lenders in 2025 + hard money loans explained

Housing Wire

With nearly three decades of experience in real estate and investing, Ive worked with hard money lenders to secure financing for everything from simple fix-and-flip projects to multi-million-dollar apartment building rehabs. You want someone whos experienced with emerging investors and with terms that are fair and comprehensible.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Opinion: Improving housing affordability without exposing homebuyers to more risk

Housing Wire

Additionally, recent research by First American found that title and settlement fees account for less than 1% of a borrower’s total life-of-loan costs , indicating that title insurance fees are one of the smallest portions of the equation.

Title 437
article thumbnail

The title insurance industry prepares for battle

Housing Wire

First American executives noted that refinance revenue had declined 68% compared to a year ago, on the firm’s third quarter earnings call with investors, while Old Republic International Corp.’s s president and CEO Craig Smiddy told investors on his firm’s Q2 2022 earnings call that refinance activity had “dried up.”.

Title 491
article thumbnail

Top Tips and Considerations For Buying Land

Realty Biz

However, the process involves intricate steps, from understanding zoning laws to securing financing and conducting due diligence. Next, we'll explore financing options and the specifics of land loans, a critical step in acquiring land. Brian Davis, a real estate investor and owner of Spark Rental , weighed in with the following advice.

Land 128
article thumbnail

Think The Cash Closing Process Is Always Fast? 11 Delays Buyers Should Watch Out For

HomeLight

A cash deal can close in as little as 7 days, while financed home purchases tend to take an average of 45 days to close. With a mortgage, there are all kinds of things that can go wrong to delay closing — financing issues and appraisals coming in low are two of the most common. Financing issues. The title isn’t clear.

Closing 116
article thumbnail

Today’s Mortgage Rates Rise by 10 basis Points: December 29, 2024

Marco Santarelli

This upward trend in rates can be attributed to renewed investor interest and adjustments in long-term bond yields, which are closely linked to mortgage rates. Investor Sentiment: The appetite of investors for mortgage-backed securities can directly impact mortgage rates. Conversely, when demand wanes, rates may rise.