Housing Wire

MARCH 7, 2022

county, recognizes not NFTs in recording property ownership but instead title deeds. Blockchain technology is probably best to record ownership interests for intangible assets associated with intellectual property rights,” Moringiello said in an interview. But not a single Florida title company would touch the Gulfport sale. “A

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Housing Wire

APRIL 11, 2023

Real estate transactions can be complicated, especially when it comes to titles and escrow. As a professional in the industry with over twenty years of experience, I know that two of the most crucial aspects of any real estate transaction are title and escrow. So why are title and escrow so important?

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2021

The venture-backed title company Doma announced the expansion of its Doma Intelligence platform to Washington, Utah, Maine, Tennessee, Mississippi and Kentucky on Monday. This white paper covers the need for speed in title and what instant title means to your regional bank or credit union. Presented by: Doma.

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Housing Wire

JULY 22, 2024

While the emergence of technology tools is not new to the industry, the latest wave of artificial intelligence (AI)-driven technology is unlike many others that have come before. Back then, we never thought about the property inspection. BH: Any final thoughts on technology trends that you expect to see?

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 14, 2023

Expanded use of desktop appraisal technology began out of necessity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Lenders accelerated technology adoption, and regulations were loosened to give lenders more flexibility in using desktop and hybrid appraisals at a time when safety and social distancing were top priorities.

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Housing Wire

MAY 12, 2021

Considering how much construction technology, materials, and techniques have evolved, building a new home should be far simpler than it is. We can get to a 10 — I’m confident we will get to a 10 — but it’s unlikely unless we use technology to get there. There are too many obstacles along the way that don’t need to exist.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Lenders who are modernizing across the entire scope of the origination journey — digitizing processes from application and title through close and post-close — are building unprecedented momentum for their businesses. Technology makes this possible as it builds new efficiencies. 60% cited speed. Those who don’t will get left behind.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 2, 2022

In-person electronic notarization (IPEN) is quickly gaining industry-wide traction with lenders, title agencies and settlement companies due to its convenience, cost savings and improved borrower experience. For lenders and title agencies, the question is no longer ‘If’ you need to offer eClosing solutions, but rather, ‘How?’.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 10, 2023

.” In a statement Friday, Accurate Group said it has completed more than three million property data inspections and hybrid appraisals through its ValueNet suite of products. Our appraisal, property inspection, title and closing technologies are designed to plug into any digital platform.”

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Lenders that may have been holding out on embracing automation and technology were forced to adapt at breakneck speed to continue to serve customers. Technology that had long been available, but never saw the level of adoption the industry would have hoped for, was now in high demand. Technology as the new table stakes.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Working with some of the nation’s largest banks and mortgage servicers, offering asset management, property disposition, title, close, valuation, and field services through an integrated, technology-driven platform. In light of the pandemic, mortgage companies have a great opportunity to leverage digital technologies in unique ways.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

During the last refi boom, some appraisers were scheduling inspections as far as four to six weeks out, which was slowing down the entire loan transaction. As a Fannie Mae partner, SingleSource can utilize a larger pool of trained data collectors, so that property inspections can now take place in a matter of days, not weeks.”

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Housing Wire

JULY 11, 2022

“As lenders struggle to maintain profit margins, fee cures are a preventable expense,” said Rich Gagliano, president of origination technologies at Black Knight. “We Black Knight, which has agreed to be bought by rival ICE Mortgage Technology in a deal v alued at $13.1

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Housing Wire

MAY 9, 2022

Much of the cost control can be attributed to growing use of technology solutions by both lenders and settlement-services providers, which enabled the industry to scale up capacity while holding the line on closing costs,” Bob Jennings, executive of CoreLogic Underwriting Solutions, said in a statement.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 31, 2022

With the use of PerfectDocs technology, virtually anyone can prepare, validate, execute, notarize and even record these documents within minutes without compromising the integrity or validity of the document. Quality inspection after data entry can be customized to account for new employees or experts with low error rates.

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Housing Wire

JULY 18, 2024

Closing tasks such as appraisal , inspection, title insurance and homeowners insurance are done remotely. .” Foreign investors can purchase or refinance property through Waltz for a loan-to-value ratio of up to 70%. Loans are asset based and rely on the cash flow of the property rather than the borrower’s personal income.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 7, 2022

Technology will be the most popular solution, but choosing to implement multi-million-dollar platforms to streamline operations introduces even more complexity before savings are realized. a New Jersey-based technology and mortgage-services organization. The servicing platform can place the orders easily enough, but then what?

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Land Gorilla founder and CEO Sean Faries is relentless in his pursuit of technology innovations that drive efficiency while simultaneously reducing risk in construction and renovation lending. Faries believes technology should enhance digital experiences for all project stakeholders. Sean Faries, CEO, Land Gorilla.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 1, 2020

. “Clients don’t think of buying a home as multiple things, they don’t think, ‘Well I’ve got to get a mortgage, I’ve got to get title, I’ve got to get an appraisal, I’ve got to find a real estate agent, I’ve got to get an inspection,'” said Farner.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 30, 2021

ServiceLink, which is backed by Fidelity National Financial, meets the unique needs of wholesale lenders by providing title insurance, appraisals, flood certificates and closing services. More than 50 years of title industry expertise gives ServiceLink unique insight into the needs of our wholesale clients.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 31, 2021

HousingWire recently spoke to Bryan Bellacosa, first vice president of product management and information technology at ServiceLink, about the outlook for servicers in 2021. HousingWire: What is the biggest challenge servicers and real estate investors face this year? EXOS One Marketplace connects users with the right data at the right time.

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RIS Media

DECEMBER 15, 2020

This article is the third in a series on effectively implementing new technology at the brokerage level. With so much on their plates, they often delegate the management of front – and back-office technology to someone else. Do you offer property management, handyman, title or home warranty services? How do yours feel?

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McKissock

MARCH 24, 2023

On April 12, 2023, McKissock Learning will host a FREE one-hour, non-credit Pro-Series webinar titled “Virtual Inspections with RemoteVal.” Plus, check out the FAQs below to learn some basic info about virtual property inspections with RemoteVal in advance of the webinar. Who developed this technology?

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Toronto Realty Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

How about this one: This looks like the seller inspecting a new condo during a PDI. – Here’s a common sense rule: MLS Listings appearing on the MLS System shall be immediately available (subject to applicable legislation, the rights and reasonable accommodation to occupancy) for showings, inspections, and registration of Offers.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 29, 2021

You still have to make it through the house closing process, where inspections , credit problems, or paperwork issues can trip you up. The average time to close a loan was 48 days in July 2021 , according to ICE Mortgage Technology, a company that produces mortgage management technology. Step 2: Title review starts.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Topics include: Real estate license law, agency, contracts, real property, ownership, taxes, water law, land development and zoning, deeds and title transfer, escrow and settlement, fair housing, leases & more AZ Contract Writing Course: 6 hrs of required instruction. Post-Licensing CE $35 CE General Package: Required 6 hrs of coursework.

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HomeLight

MAY 24, 2022

If you’re buying a house with a standard mortgage, closing takes about 49 days , according to the June 2021 ICE Mortgage Technology Origination Insight Report. Secure title and escrow services: 1 day. Many companies combine title and escrow services under one roof, as their functions are closely interrelated.

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RIS Media

MAY 9, 2022

The major differences between average closing costs for refinances versus home purchases is that owner title insurance and several inspection fees common for purchase transactions are not typically required for refinances.

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The Close

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Hire a home inspector and get a thorough inspection report. Also, this is the period where you need to verify income and expenses by getting rent rolls and seeing the landlord’s profit and loss statements and accounting records. Believe me, the real estate commission is worth it.

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RIS Media

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Real estate professionals, investors and homebuyers rely on these providers to conduct inspections, procure financing, clear titles and conduct closings. Technology. Are all the service professionals you rely on utilizing the latest technologies to keep your deal moving along? Here are a few things to consider.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 31, 2021

As a rising number of companies provide cash offers for homes and improve experiences for sellers with advanced technology, the idea that you don’t have to wait months to list and close on your house appeals to many stressed-out sellers. Even if you’re selling “as is”, an inspection could still be required. Contact references.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 3, 2022

An iBuyer uses technology to value the home, sometimes performs a walkthrough, and may adjust the price based on the cost of needed repairs. However, there still are some contingencies to clear before they can close, such as the home inspection , the home appraisal , and the buyer’s lender approving their mortgage. That was it.

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HomeLight

APRIL 15, 2022

They share photos of the home, complete a digital walkthrough, and have the property exterior inspected. An iBuyer is a deep-pocketed real estate technology company that uses digital tools to purchase homes directly from homeowners and close quickly. Inspections / repairs. Title search. What is an iBuyer? Offer price.

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HomeLight

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

It’s become more common over the last three years because the common use of technology in day-to-day life has changed so drastically.”. When it’s time for the inspection, they’ll reassure you that a damp basement is normal for the town, or tell you to get it checked out by a professional. Step 9: Order an inspection.

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RIS Media

NOVEMBER 15, 2020

With Touch Point Systems—a leader in interactive storefront marketing technologies—the answer is simple. Prior to connecting with the real estate industry back in 1996, Naab was responsible for developing technology that allowed people to instantly access video previews in video stores. Based in Ann Arbor, Mich.,

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The Residential Specialist

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

So, I took it upon myself to learn more about it and found that a new build may be expensive up front, but when we look at the one-, five- or 20-year projections, and after considering the new technology and energy efficiencies that builders add, it isn’t actually more expensive.” There are costs for each inspection, of course.

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RIS Media

JANUARY 27, 2021

“In today’s world, buyers are rightfully picky, and sellers do not want to see transactions dissolve during the inspection phase. Having a warranty in place helps sellers address covered items found at inspection and gives buyers peace of mind that failures that happen after closing will also be handled.”

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