Housing Wire

JULY 23, 2021

Acra Lending is doing what it can to help free up inventory. Acra’s jumbo prime mortgage solution is designed to provide borrowers with the larger loan amounts needed to purchase a high-value property, with loan amounts up to $3 million. Acra Lending plans to launch its fix’n’flip loan program in the coming weeks.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 30, 2021

As purchase transactions move back to the forefront of lending, the broker channel will only continue to grow and gain momentum. The first resource is its newly renovated Broker Portal that brings the power of its proprietary H2O origination system together with an elegant interface to highlight next steps, critical tasks and key contacts.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 27, 2021

Finance of America intends to acquire Parkside Lending ‘s third-party origination channel operation for $40 million, the publicly traded lender and servicer announced Tuesday. It’s the latest in a string of big M&A deals in the mortgage lending space – and the growing wholesale channel in particular – over the past six months.

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Appraisal Buzz

JUNE 14, 2024

In today’s low-volume market cycle, mortgage originators can build business by focusing on purpose-built loan products designed to overcome the specific challenges homebuyers face in the current market. But, first-time homebuyers can be leery of taking on renovations, especially if they are tight on cash.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 5, 2024

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) this week announced the launch of a new program designed to allow for the purchase, refinance or renovation of manufactured housing under a loan program sponsored by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA).

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 12, 2024

The company later told RMD, however, that the loan was within current product lending limits. When asked about the reportedly higher lending limit for this loan, a FOA spokesperson told RMD that the reporting on the loan amount is simply incorrect and that it is “within current HomeSafe lending limits.”

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Appraisal Buzz

OCTOBER 14, 2024

As all lenders have “skin in the game” on every loan, rigorous quality control across the lending lifecycle is imperative. However, manual reviews of appraisals, property condition, renovation estimates, and more do not scale efficiently. Here, computer vision introduces a paradigm shift.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Several historic events over the past few years have brought seismic changes to the way the mortgage lending industry operates. Today, as we face what appears to be the beginning of a modest recovery in the marketplace, we can see the effect of those events in the way mortgage lending has changed forever.

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Housing Wire

JULY 5, 2024

The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) this week detailed its reasons for opposing a bill in the state of Florida designed “to expand projects eligible for residential Property Assessed Clean Energy ( PACE ) financing,” which was recently signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Design a photo with the testimonial included, then use the caption to express gratitude for the review. Sharing your success lends to your credibility as an agent. Share design inspiration In addition to cool homes, people on social media really enjoy beautiful interior design.

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Housing Wire

JULY 6, 2023

One source of added inventory is the fix and flip industry , which is expected to acquire and renovate some 350,000 homes in 2023, according to Kurt Carlton, president of New Western , a private real estate investment marketplace. Where might added inventory come from, if the bulk of existing homeowners continue to remain on the sidelines?

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Cleveland Appraisal Blog

AUGUST 25, 2022

You’ve just purchased your first property to renovate. Keep in mind that investment homebuyers will be required to put down a minimum of 15% to secure financing, according to Lending Tree. Let the Renovations Begin! This should include repairing any structural damage or major systems before you think about design.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The Brookings Institution summed it up well: “Today, downtown Detroit is nearly unrecognizable from previous decades, with new features such as the QLine streetcar system, a renovated Detroit Tigers ballpark, a riverwalk, and Campus Martius Park. That is anathema to the spirit of fair housing (and lending). As Coleman A.

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Housing Wire

MAY 18, 2022

And I think it’s important for lenders to frame the product that way with borrowers – as a proactive tool designed specifically for older homeowners and one that can help them retire with more financial freedom and peace of mind. CW : At Reverse Mortgage Funding , education has always been a number-one priority.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Tricky situations can arise in mortgage lending, especially when navigating less-common products or originating non-agency loans. We would welcome the opportunity to approve courses with a creative take on how they design and develop content.”. The hours spent on continued education should be useful. Cutting class.

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Housing Wire

JULY 29, 2024

At FHFA’s first-ever tech sprint last year , the focus was on the front end of mortgage lending and increasing tech adoption. Designed as a co-bot, Loan Buddy would direct questions to a human on the loan team if it had low confidence in its answer. Conversations with Loan Buddy would be recorded and available to the loan team.

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Appraisal Buzz

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

It took several years to re-establish effective and meaningful communication between appraisers and their lending partners. When it comes to lending activity, appraisal revisions have always been a part of the appraisal process. There was also a breakdown in communication between lenders and their appraisal partners.

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D Fritz Appraisals

MARCH 4, 2024

Essential Landscaping Tips and Tricks Details such as landscaping designs and quality craftsmanship in a home can make a dramatic first impression on prospective home buyers. Join us as we cover 5 standout landscaping tips and backyard landscaping designs to increase your home’s appeal (and value!) Fritz Appraisals Inc.

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Boston Appraisal

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

The home had been recently renovated and was in great condition. The primary reason appraisals differ is because, in reality, real estate appraisals are designed to provide a range of value rather than one set price. Before you assume the appraiser made a mistake, let’s look at three reasons why a new appraisal could come in low.

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Simonson Real Estate

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

The appraiser’s role is to provide arm’s length, third-party, neutral, and impartial opinions about the value of a real property and provide assistance to those who own, manage, sell, invest in, or lend money on real estate. MAI is a designated member of the Appraisal Institute. We then analyze the data and develop opinions of value.

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D Fritz Appraisals

JULY 4, 2024

New rules and standardized designs are helping home builders speed up the construction of small-scale multi-unit housing. Let us appraise your new construction or renovation to ensure your lender financing is approved. today, and we can tailor an appraisal report to meet your lending, selling, and appraising needs.

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D Fritz Appraisals

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Home appraisals are a vital part of the home buying process as they have a big influence on the amount a lending institution will loan the buyer. Renovation loan assessments. Functionality of design and layout. They are also used to assess the value of the home for home improvement loans and insurance evaluations.

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McKissock

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Things to Consider when Appraising Rural Residential Properties Appraisals of rural residential properties do not conform to the typical mortgage lending underwriting expectations of urban and suburban residential properties. This document summarizes some of the more common roofing materials, emphasizing the pros and cons of each.

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Realvals

JUNE 18, 2023

The LTV is a percentage that represents the amount of money to lend compared to the value of the home. Renovating a Home If you are planning to renovate your home, getting an appraisal beforehand is a smart move. The appraisal helps in establishing the loan-to-value (LTV) ratio.

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Appraisal Today

JULY 12, 2024

It’s not just about acquiring designations but staying informed about market dynamics, industry changes and emerging trends. Acre lot, built in 1962 John Sugden, a disciple of Mies van der Rohe and a luminary in architectural design, crafted this home with a robust U.S The appraisal includes no recent sales of similar design.

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Eppraisal

MARCH 15, 2024

We'll explore a plethora of resources available to homeowners, ranging from online platforms to in-person events, designed to empower and guide DIY enthusiasts towards maximizing their home's value. Community centers may also offer tool lending libraries, where homeowners can borrow specialized equipment for their projects.

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Boston Appraisal

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

The home had been recently renovated and was in great condition. Reason #1: The Range of Value The primary reason appraisals differ is because, in reality, real estate appraisals are designed to provide a range of value rather than one set price. He paid $475,000. The appraisal at that time matched the purchase price.

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Birmingham Appraisal

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

These rules aim to ensure appraisers conduct independent and impartial appraisals, especially for mortgage lending purposes. Renovations, such as kitchen or bathroom updates, and hidden upgrades, like high-end materials or bonus rooms, can significantly impact a home’s value.

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Appraisal Today

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

She designed more than 700 buildings in California during a long and prolific career. I appraised many of them, but never noticed any effect, plus or minus, for historic designation. Never use a lending form (such as a 1004) for estate work. This totally renovated 5 bedroom home is tucked in the woods on a secluded cul-de-sac.

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Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

JANUARY 21, 2020

Increasing your property value through renovations or home additions, and paying off your mortgage, seem like the most straightforward ways to build equity. The one thing on a financial lending appraisal report and only one thing regarding upgrades is a box on page 1 of the report. Sun Point Appraisals Inc. :

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Appraisal Today

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

lot, built in 1976 This architecturally significant home known as The Owl House was the only house in Carmel-by-the-Sea designed by renowned architect, Mickey Muennig, offering a terrific downtown location with Muennig’s unmistakable Big Sur style. 8,100 sq.ft.

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Appraisal Today

JUNE 28, 2024

The technology has been drifting into mortgage lending reliance for more than a decade because it has been marketed as having the ease of “pushing a button.” acre lot, Built in 1902 The residence was designed by architect Henry Janeway Hardenbergh. Private Island on New York’s St. Lawrence River Excerpts: 6 Bedrooms, 2.5

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Patch of Land

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

The app was designed with two personas in mind. Of course, whatever apps you use to find and learn about your next real estate investment, you will almost certainly need to secure funding to purchase and/or renovate it. First, there’s the new investor, who doesn’t yet understand how to evaluate a property’s profit potential.

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Appraisal Partners Blog

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Increasing your property value through renovations or home additions, and paying off your mortgage, seem like the most straightforward ways to build equity. The one thing on a financial lending appraisal report and only one thing regarding upgrades is a box on page 1 of the report. Sun Point Appraisals Inc.:

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AmeriMac

MAY 15, 2024

Mortgage Appraisal: On the other hand, a mortgage appraisal determines the market value of a property for the purpose of facilitating mortgage lending. Next, compile any records of recent home improvements or renovations. Furthermore, pay attention to the design and appeal of your home.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The White House on Monday announced a series of new initiatives designed to boost U.S. New initiatives include allowing homebuyers to leverage income from accessory dwelling units (ADUs), expanding mortgage lending for U.S. homeownership, alongside data detailing housing aid that has been provided since 2021. New data The U.S.

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AmeriMac

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

We’ll also discuss how it differs from mortgage appraisal, specifically designed to facilitate mortgage lending. Then, the appraiser inspects the property, gathering data like square footage, bedroom and bathroom numbers, and recent renovations. Market analysis is conducted to compare it with similar properties.

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