Housing Wire

APRIL 18, 2023

According to Sawan Tivakaran, SVP, titlegenius Product Owner, “Homebuyers continue to cite the closing process as one of the most stressful events in their lives. Radian has developed titlegenius to help improve the closing process for homebuyers, sellers and lenders alike.

Closing 396

Closing Title Loan Officer Technology 396

Housing Wire

JANUARY 27, 2025

To do so, develop strategies and programs that cater to buyers and sellers at every stage. Consider platforms that centralize operations from lead generation to closing. Stuart Sim is the Head of Industry Development & Brand Ambassador for Lofty. For buyers, focus on delivering second-to-none service and support.

Technology 397

Technology Renovation Agents Industrial 397

Housing Wire

JANUARY 21, 2025

Develop your listening skills Negotiation is about understanding the other partys needs, pain points, and overall desired outcome. It also helps include them in solution-building, setting the stage for a negotiation that everyone leaves satisfied with. This shows you care and sets the stage for the other party to do the same.

Staging 370

Staging Inspection Closing Agents 370

Housing Wire

JULY 31, 2022

The Closing Exchange (TCX) partners with its clients to configure solutions to support their workflow at every stage of their digital evolution. TCX provides a perfect mix of technology and service, providing its clients with the choice of how to close a loan at every stage of its digital evolution. Alan Frelix, CEO.

Closing 370

Closing Title Technology Staging 370

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

One area in the mortgage and real estate industry that has been evolving for nearly two decades is digital closings. Much like efforts to achieve full self-driving vehicles, the road to achieve full digital closings has been bumpy. Prior to the pandemic, ALTA and MBA saw a need to develop model RON legislation. History of ‘e’.

Closing 468

Closing Title Technology Land 468

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Given that approach, it always made sense that, eventually, when I reached that stage, I would apply the same strategy to myself. In the summer of 2022, just after his wife’s 62nd birthday, qualifying age arrived and the loan closed roughly 24 hours later. So, yes, realistically, I’ve always known this would be part of my plan.”

Mortgages 370

Mortgages Loan Officer Equity Lending 370

Housing Wire

MARCH 24, 2025

Inside, staging can make a huge difference. Related articles Sell more homes: 17 home staging tips for real estate agents 30 inspiring curb appeal ideas to make a lasting first impression How to write creative real estate listing descriptions + examples 2.

Staging 363

Staging Sales Agents Marketing 363

BAM Media

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Real RISE 2024 kicks off today, October 22nd, with some exciting new developments in AI and fintech for real estate agents who’ve joined (or will join) the brokerage. Last Friday, October 18, Real President Sharran Srivatsaa gave the closing presentation at our own in-person event, BAM Mania. and Canada.

Brokerage 98

Brokerage Development Branding Technology 98

Housing Wire

JUNE 11, 2024

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has terminated the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) direct endorsement approval for Open Mortgage in Iowa. “HUD Cases in the early stages may be transferred to other lenders with an FHA approval. Open Mortgage has continued to operate in the forward lending space.

FHA loan 476

FHA loan Mortgages Loan Officer Loans 476

Housing Wire

JUNE 5, 2024

At this stage, joining Compass, a company at the forefront of technology and agent support, makes sense for my business,” Bennett said in a statement. Last year, Compass launched a proprietary machine-learning tool that ”empowers agents to create compelling listing descriptions and develop effective marketing strategies.” 17 with $47.7

Agents 448

Agents Brokerage Staging Technology 448

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Veev , a promising modular homebuilding company that’s raised $600 million, could close after a plan for a capital raise failed, according to reporting out of Israel. There are talks about a “leading company” potentially acquiring California -based Veev, but the negotiations remain in the very early stages, according to Calcalist.

Bankruptcy 482

Bankruptcy Inspection Investor Staging 482

Housing Wire

JULY 26, 2021

New entrants continue to join the market with better technology and digital processes to simplify the loan process and provide fast closing experiences to meet consumer needs. As the refi-crunch subsides and homebuyers are increasingly competing against faster all-cash offers, speed once again is center stage.

Title 435

Title Lending Staging Technology 435

Housing Wire

MARCH 23, 2021

Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. But many conditions — except volatility in materials prices — have probably already passed, and a large share of homes for sale that have not yet been started suggests that while weather may have closed job sites for a time, it didn’t close sales centers.”.

Sales 532

Sales Construction Staging Development 532

Housing Wire

APRIL 10, 2024

In its March Supervisory Highlights, the FDIC stated that many institutions have developed policies and procedures to ensure sufficient mortgage broker services are provided in order to receive compensation , which was the first of a two-part test. Violations identified vary across different stages of the loan process.

Banks 448

Banks Brokerage Mortgages Loans 448

Housing Wire

AUGUST 22, 2024

As I embark on the next stage of my career, it’s more important than ever to surround myself with people who want to help drive positive change for real estate professionals and consumers,” Hammond said in a statement. The team closed $45.8 The Knox Team is the No. million in sales volume in 2023.

Agents 448

Agents Brokerage Staging Sales 448

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Fidelity’s title sector saw the number of purchase transaction orders opened increase 2% on a daily basis and the number of purchases orders closed increase 4% on a daily basis during the fourth quarter compared to a year prior. We’ve got more that we can do with the platforms as we build more capabilities into them.”.

Title 397

Title Commercial Land Residential 397

Housing Wire

MAY 20, 2024

” In an interview with HousingWire during the conference, Todman said that the HUD will soon double the fee servicers can charge for processing, underwriting, and closing a transaction that includes a loan assumption. . Currently, the fee can only go up to $900. “I want to see this as soon as next month,” Todman said.

Mortgages 468

Mortgages Loans Staging Industrial 468

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

The acquisition is expected to close on Monday. According to Mattamy Homes, it will offer employment opportunities to all employees of New Synergy Homes, and will not acquire the land development operations of Centurion American Development Group , which will continue to be led by Mehrdad Moayedi.

Land 397

Land Development Staging Marketing 397

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

On the construction side, homebuilders as well as land developers found it hard to finance projects because of high short-term interest rates. range for the first time since late September, which will help bring mortgage rates close to or below 7.5%. In particular, the 10-year Treasury rate moved back to the 4.5%

Construction 488

Construction Staging Finance Land 488

Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

CANDID: The ecosystem for top-producing LOs Developed by top-producing LOs, CANDID has become the preferred mortgage marketing and sales ecosystem for many of the nation’s elite originators, with an average user volume of $43M.

Mortgages 459

Mortgages Technology Staging Industrial 459

Housing Wire

APRIL 18, 2023

Given that HELOC organizations are more streamlined than closed-end lending, there is greater importance for the adoption of electronic closing documents, MISMO said last week, calling for participants to join a new development workgroup (DWG). Meetings will be conducted regularly via conference call.

Equity 368

Equity Lending Finance Loans 368

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The system generates and clears “dynamic, loan-specific conditions” and is backed by a warranty from a AAA-rated insurer for up to 60-months post-closing. Clients use the technology for an initial conditioning at the point of sale and an underwrite later in the fulfillment stage, said Sara Knochel, chief operating officer of Candor.

FHA loan 459

FHA loan Loans Technology Loan Officer 459

Housing Wire

MARCH 15, 2024

Mortgage pros have closely monitored the commission lawsuit developments since a Kansas City, Missouri jury determined that NAR, HomeServices of America , and Keller Williams conspired to inflate or maintain high commission rates through NAR’s so-called Participation Rule. Caccia said that 80% of his business comes from buyers’ agents.

Industrial 514

Industrial Seller concession Purchase and sale agreement Agents 514

Housing Wire

JUNE 16, 2023

SimpleNexus , a homeownership platform developer for loan officers, borrowers, real estate agents, and settlement agents, announced this week a new integration with Empower, the loan origination system (LOS) from Black Knight. ” SimpleNexus , an nCino company, is a developer of mobile-first technology for mortgage lenders.

Loan Officer 370

Loan Officer Technology Loans Banks 370

Housing Wire

AUGUST 18, 2022

As Chief Marketing Officer at OJO Labs , Karen Starns will be taking the stage for the “1+1=3 The Marketing Strategy of M&A” panel. HW Annual will be held in Scottsdale, Arizona this year and feature housing leaders from all corners of the industry, including real estate, mortgage and closings.

Staging 418

Staging Branding Lending Industrial 418

Housing Wire

MARCH 2, 2023

We are doing a lot of research and development in it and artificial intelligence,” Slyusarchuk said. “We A&D is also in the final stages of its non-QM automated underwriting system, which will be distributed to broker partners in the coming months. bps toward closing costs at the time of the closing. “We

Mortgages 418

Mortgages Loans Investor Banks 418

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Their primary role is to ensure that clients have a comprehensive understanding of the financial aspects of their investment, fostering confidence at every stage and, ultimately, expediting timely closings. Establishing a “partnership team” provides support for day-to-day transactions and business development.

Staging 435

Staging Agents Development As-is 435

Housing Wire

MARCH 24, 2022

The lack of appraisal data from the government sponsored enterprises took center stage at a Senate Banking Committee hearing Thursday on appraisal bias. FHFA would continue working to “closely examine the considerations that need to be addressed to work toward” public sharing of some of the data, an FHFA spokesperson said.

Banks 505

Banks Staging Finance Industrial 505

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 27, 2023

“I always joke that we work in an industry that literally researches the past, and because of that, sometimes, I feel like our marketing, sales, and technology live there too,” Sam Trimble, vice president of strategic growth and development at Fidelity National Financial , said.

Title 468

Title Industrial Title search Technology 468

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 9, 2020

HW Media, publisher of HousingWire, FinLedger, and producer of Engage Events, today announced it has closed on the strategic acquisition of REAL Trends, the residential real estate industry’s leading report that ranks the performance of the top U.S. brokerage firms. Minor & Brown PC served as legal counsel to REAL Trends.

Branding 539

Branding Residential Brokerage Industrial 539

Housing Wire

JULY 10, 2024

In this article, I’ll share close to two decades of experience as a licensed agent and small brokerage owner in Boston to help you compete and win listings with a dynamite listing presentation. Developing and communicating this pitch is essential to your listing presentation.

Staging 435

Staging Agents Renovation Marketing 435

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

No other competitor comes close to our investment to drive leads to all agents,” the video states. This is the next stage in the development of Homes.com. It also notes that it has spent roughly $1 billion to “drive 80 billion impressions” and reach “more than 90 percent of households.” “No We’ve climbed from No. 5 or 6 to No.

Commercial 476

Commercial Marketing Residential Branding 476

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Add context about why you’re asking for specific information at every stage. In the run-up to 2008, many lenders emphasized low introductory mortgage rates and weren’t required to disclose the final terms until closing day. This route could help you save on development time.

Loans 435

Loans Fixed-rate mortgage Lending Loan Officer 435

Housing Wire

JANUARY 31, 2021

By paying close attention to what they really need, Clear Capital ensures customers get the best valuation products without overpaying. Since the beginning of Clear Capital, Kenon has developed and launched some of our most forward-looking solutions, including ClearProp and ClearCollateral ®. Duane Andrews, CEO.

Loans 357

Loans Technology Development Inspection 357

Housing Wire

AUGUST 31, 2020

All of the above categories of automation solutions are built on a foundation of machine learning solution which has been developed by Indecomm specifically for the mortgage industry over the past several years. Despite any automation effort, there will always be exceptions and fallouts that a human being needs to oversee,” Bharadwaj said.

Lending 435

Lending Technology Loans Loan Officer 435

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

But Kleinhenz said the state has never gotten close to that number, so it’s now 2 to 2.5 The challenge of creating a path for the next generation of homeowners was personal to the speakers on stage and to many in the audience of real estate professionals who have seen family members leave the state for more affordable areas. “To

Staging 508

Staging Land Residential As-is 508

Housing Wire

JUNE 20, 2024

Everyone in mortgage knows that fintech adoption remains stubbornly low, despite years of innovation and concerted efforts by software developers, trade associations, consumer-interest groups and the GSEs to spread the gospel of cost-saving technologies. In closing, I invite readers to join the conversation. Have more ideas?

Loan Officer 448

Loan Officer Pre-approval Technology Lending 448