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Bank statement loans: Mortgage lenders and requirements
Source: The Mortgage Reports --- Where can I find a bank statement loan? The home loan process looks a little different when you have self-employed income. Traditional home loans are an option, but some self-employed borrowers prefer bank statement loans, which...
Why Warren Buffett Doesn’t Buy Real Estate And Most Other Investors Shouldn’t Either
Source: Yahoo --- Warren Buffett’s long-term investment strategy has proven to be successful through virtually all market conditions over the past several decades – recession, high inflation and deflation. If there’s one thing that’s made Buffett one of the most...
Real Estate Investment Firm Head Pleads Guilty to $62.8 Million Fraud Scheme
Elie Schwartz pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud and faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison. Continue Reading Real Estate Investment Firm Head Pleads Guilty to $62.8 Million Fraud Scheme
Democrat Leaders Urge Federal Reserve and Regulators Not to Work with Elon Musk’s DOGE
“Early evidence suggests the Trump Administration and DOGE are violating the US Constitution and a variety of laws,” the lawmakers wrote. Continue Reading Democrat Leaders Urge Federal Reserve and Regulators Not to Work with Elon Musk’s DOGE
UK Government Plans to Build Up to 12 New Towns to Alleviate Housing Shortage
“We’re urgently using all levers available to build the homes we need so more families can get on the housing ladder,” said Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Continue Reading UK Government Plans to Build Up to 12 New Towns to Alleviate Housing Shortage
Nevada Governor Seeks State Resolution Calling to Release Federal Land for Housing
“Projections indicate that Washoe County could run out of developable land by 2027,” said Gov. Lombardo. Continue Reading Nevada Governor Seeks State Resolution Calling to Release Federal Land for Housing
Ukraine Records First Real Estate Purchase by Western Private Fund Since Russian Invasion
The Amsterdam-based Arcona Property Fund (APF) acquired a land plot in central Kyiv for $2 million. Continue Reading Ukraine Records First Real Estate Purchase by Western Private Fund Since Russian Invasion
Redfin to Lay Off 450 Employees Following Partnership with Zillow
The Seattle-based company did not release a press statement on the layoffs. Continue Reading Redfin to Lay Off 450 Employees Following Partnership with Zillow
Craft Retailer Jo-Ann Plans to Close 500 Stores
The company blamed rising inflation and the disruptions created by the Covid-19 pandemic for its current financial difficulties. Continue Reading Craft Retailer Jo-Ann Plans to Close 500 Stores
DHS Claws Back $59 Million Given to NYC Hotels Housing Illegal Immigrants
Four FEMA employees who conducted the transaction, including Chief Financial Officer Mary Comans, have been fired by the DHS. Continue Reading DHS Claws Back $59 Million Given to NYC Hotels Housing Illegal Immigrants
Report: Typical Homebuyer Pays Roughly 2% Less Than the List Price
The typical home that sells takes 56 days to go under contract, the longest span in nearly five years. Continue Reading Report: Typical Homebuyer Pays Roughly 2% Less Than the List Price
PennyMac Premieres ‘Bring It Home’ Video Series for New Homeowners
The first installment of the series will feature 20 short videos. Continue Reading PennyMac Premieres ‘Bring It Home’ Video Series for New Homeowners
