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Side’s Hilary Saunders discusses the evolution of brokerage models

Housing Wire

I think what we are definitely going to see is a fall-off of the old way of doing things,” Saunders told attendees at HousingWire ’s The Gathering. The way Saunders views it, today’s consumers are more savvy. “So,

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The opportunity cost of modern-day redlining

Housing Wire

Modern-day redlining persists, and it’s costing lenders millions in legal fees. Recently, the Department of Justice (DOJ) has taken a strong stance on redlining, taking direct legal action against bad actors and thrusting the topic into the national spotlight. More recently, Patriot Bank paid $1.9

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Do I Need a Property Manager to Rent My Single Family Home?

Eppraisal

So, there are definite advantages to hiring a management company or individual manager. Leasing can sometimes take an entire month's rent while renewal often hovers around $200 as a fixed fee, assuming a monthly rent of $2,000. Maintenance and legal fees vary according to the job done.

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Low Appraisal Fees in 2024

Appraisal Today

It’s definitely a “breath of fresh air” for the AI! == Appraisers Riding the Waves of Up and Down Mortgage Rates Appraisal Business Tips Humor for Appraisers Click here to subscribe to our FREE weekly appraiser email newsletter and get the latest appraisal news!!

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An unwavering commitment to protecting Americans’ property rights

Housing Wire

The sheer fact that a house is up for sale isn’t a definitive sign of clear title; there could be a prior defect that hasn’t emerged or a new one the current owner/seller is unaware even exists. If a tax lien, or other claim against their property emerges, the policy covers any legal fees incurred defending against that claim.

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