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New MBA securities proposal mentions HMBS 2.0 as ‘logistical template’

Housing Wire

could serve as a logistical template for such a product. is designed to enable the acquisition of loans from an HMBS pool above the existing 98% maximum claim amount (MCA) requirement. This is partially aligned with some of the stated goals offered up by Ginnie Mae for HMBS 2.0, Therefore, HMBS 2.0

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Why is now the time for lenders to modernize their appraisal processes

Housing Wire

HousingWire recently spoke with Erin Reed, vice president of originations, valuations and operations at ServiceLink about approaching appraisal modernization in an innovative way while addressing logistical challenges along the way. . Logistics and adoption are two main hurdles commonly discussed amongst industry participants.

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Opportunities to improve the home-building process

Housing Wire

The build process was a logistical nightmare from start to finish. So many times I wondered to myself, “Why are site logistics and materials managed by someone in a truck writing on a notepad?” “Why I know that’s not the case for most people. There are tons of overlapping components to understand. Why are costs so unpredictable?”

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As states set up their HAF programs, servicers complain of chaos

Housing Wire

Still, they say rollout of HAF has been a qualified success – for all the logistical headaches, the financial assistance is helping borrowers stay in their homes. The HAF program, run by the Department of Treasury , was designed to give states significant leeway in how they use the federal money. “In HAF program an ‘enormous burden’.

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How will appraisal technology evolve in 2022?

Housing Wire

WD: Reggora was founded with the goal of modernizing the appraisal industry to improve appraisal logistics and reduce turn times. We are a technology company first. That means more than 50% of our company is either an engineer or someone owning a portion of our product, fully dedicated to ongoing research and development.

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Top 5 Commercial Real Estate Trends in BC

D Fritz Appraisals

Investors and tenants can reap long-term benefits such as lower operating expenses, higher property values, and reduced environmental impact.

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Planning for a Home Renovation: A Guide

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

How to Create a Home Office Designing a home office begins with selecting the ideal location, steering clear of spaces like the bedroom or living room to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Doing so will prevent any surprises at completion when invoices come due which could potentially derail the progress made thus far.