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First-Time Homebuyer Loans & Programs
Source: Point2Homes --- Buying a home might seem simple, but there’s actually a lot more involved than you might initially think. For instance, in addition to a variety of new terms to understand, there’s also paperwork to complete and fees to pay before closing on...
Modes Of Real Estate Advising
Source: Forbes --- I recently finished reading an emotionally difficult but fascinating book called Being Mortal by Atul Gawande. Dr. Gawande, a Boston-area surgeon who teaches at Harvard medical school, is a wonderful storyteller. This book is about identity and...
Hackathon Aims to Remove Algorithmic Bias from Housing and Lending
The inaugural Tech Equity Hackathon will be held June 16–18 at American University in Washington, D.C. Continue Reading Hackathon Aims to Remove Algorithmic Bias from Housing and Lending
America First Credit Union Taps FirstClose for Home Equity Solution
The Utah-based America First is the nation’s fifth largest credit union in terms of membership. Continue Reading America First Credit Union Taps FirstClose for Home Equity Solution
Newark Program Sells City-Seized Properties for as Little as One Dollar
Buyers are limited to one property each under the program, which is administered by the nonprofit Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America. Continue Reading Newark Program Sells City-Seized Properties for as Little as One Dollar
UK Lender to Reintroduce 100% Mortgage
The product is aimed at borrowers who have a “lack of access to the bank of mum and dad.” Continue Reading UK Lender to Reintroduce 100% Mortgage
Cushman & Wakefield Announces Leadership Changes
The company also announced the passing of former global chairman John C. Cushman III. Continue Reading Cushman & Wakefield Announces Leadership Changes
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: The Disastrous Silence on Urban Crime
If any industry suffers as a result of urban crime, it is real estate. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: The Disastrous Silence on Urban Crime
Black Knight: Lock Volumes Down 22%
“Despite the fact that mortgage rates on average were lower in April, rate lock volumes took a hit,” said Andy Walden, vice president of enterprise research and strategy at Black Knight. Continue Reading Black Knight: Lock Volumes Down 22%
Global Real Estate Software Market Forecast to Grow by $5.22B by 2026
The report predicted North America will account for 31% of the market growth during the forecast period. Continue Reading Global Real Estate Software Market Forecast to Grow by $5.22B by 2026
Fannie Mae: Homeownership Optimism is Rising
However, on a year-over-year measurement, the full index is down 1.7 points. Continue Reading Fannie Mae: Homeownership Optimism is Rising
ALTA: $21B in Title Insurance Premiums During 2022
The top companies by market share in 2022 were First American Title Insurance Co., Old Republic Title Insurance Co. and Fidelity National Title Insurance Co. Continue Reading ALTA: $21B in Title Insurance Premiums During 2022














