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How the Trump Administration’s Tariffs and Deportations Could Affect the Housing Market
Two big issues that President Trump campaigned on have the potential to create a massive impact on the housing market: tariffs and mass...
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Apr 145 min read


Hyperlocal Due Diligence: A Look at the New York City Tristate Area
A combination of factors has led to high inventory levels in this consequential market, but could market demand be rebounding?...
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Mar 274 min read


Default, Delinquency: Aggressive Collections Not the Answer
Techniques that keep communication lines open and preserve broker-borrower relationship help lenders mitigate loss and win fans. In...
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Mar 124 min read


Unsung Underwriting Tools: Insurance Resources
Property insurance not only protects loan collateral, it provides unique insight into underlying geographic, property, and borrower risk....
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Feb 263 min read


State of the Industry: Unanticipated Loan Activity Signals Market Shift
In 2024, private lenders are witnessing an unexpected uptick in bridge and DSCR loan activity, reflecting growing investor demand for...
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Feb 132 min read


Distressed Auction Data Reveals Hidden Market Potential
New data shows fewer than one in four purchases at foreclosure and REO auctions involve financing, underscoring a substantial, untapped...
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Jan 282 min read


Is the DSCR Trend Shifting in Favor of Conventional Lenders Over the Private Market?
Originations - both conventional and private -have been increasing annually since 2019, peaking in 2022. Current levels remain higher...
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Jan 93 min read


Five Aspects of the Economy We Can Be Grateful For
As the 2024 calendar year draws to a close, it follows a year filled with significant events. It's important to reflect on the positive...
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Nov 27, 20243 min read


Industry Overview: Bridge Loans and DSCR Trade
BRIDGE LOAN VOLUME IS INCREASING Instead of categorizing based on loan type (i.e., fi x - and - flip, non-construction bridge , residen...
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Nov 22, 20242 min read


Hyperlocal Due Diligence: A Look at Tampa, FL
Detailed inspection of this MSA reveals early signs of trends not yet apparent at the macro level. SERIES NOTE...
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Oct 23, 20244 min read


The Surprising U.S. Cities Young Homebuyers Are Flocking To—and Where They’re Fleeing
When she was 27, Cameron Austin was living in the hear t of Washington, DC, in a one-bedroom apartment that cost over $2,000 a month. It...
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Oct 15, 20244 min read


How Fed Rate Cuts May Impact Consumers
The Federal Reserve cut its key lending rate by 0.5% on Sept. 18. While it remains to be seen how many more rate cuts will occur, the...
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Oct 1, 20245 min read


"Negative Remarks" and Foreclosures
Examining three states with the highest foreclosure rates will help you assess risk and strengthen your lending portfolio....
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Sep 24, 20245 min read


Top 10 Markets for Affordable Investment Properties That Pay Off Down the Road
Earlier this year, Mike Wall of eXp Realty/EZ Sell Homebuyers bought a run-down multifamily property in East Dayton, OH. “Over the next...
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Sep 17, 20245 min read


Reasons You Need a Real Estate Agent to Buy a House
Think You Can Buy a Home Without a Real Estate Agent? You Can—but Here’s Why You Might Botch the Job Americans can buy almost anything...
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Sep 5, 20246 min read


This Surprising City Is the Hottest Market in the U.S. for the First Time Ever
America’s hottest real estate market might be known more for sharing a name with a p opular children’s clothing line—but it’s the city’s...
jfennimore
Aug 13, 20244 min read


"Negative Remarks" and Foreclosures
Examining three states with the highest foreclosure rates will help you access risk and strengthen your lending portfolio. Tr...
jfennimore
Jul 23, 20244 min read


Hard Money Lending: Guide to Hard Money Loans and Lenders
Key Takeaways Hard money loans are secured, short-term loans often used to finance a home purchase. Real estate investors commonly rely...
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Jul 16, 20247 min read


The Do's and Don'ts of Buying Vacant Land
What to know when buying land, especially when you’re hoping to build a home on the property Key Takeaways: When purchasing vacant land,...
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Jul 9, 20247 min read


2024 Q3 Housing Market Trends: Prices and Rates Remain High
Key Takeaways The third quarter of the year typically sees the end of the prime real estate season, as summer turns into fall. However,...
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Jul 4, 20245 min read
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