Housing Wire

OCTOBER 28, 2021

In 2021, Floify’s software, which streamlines the loan origination process by allowing document sharing, and communication between LOs and real estate agents, has helped over 77,000 mortgage applications close each month, according to Porch. The acquisition cost Porch about $76.5

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Housing Wire

APRIL 11, 2023

The home-buying process involves numerous steps, documents and parties that you have to work with. By having a neutral third party manage the transfer of funds and documents, the sale can be completed quickly and efficiently. In real estate, a title is a legal document that establishes ownership of a property or asset.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The 203(k) Rehabilitation Mortgage Insurance Program helps borrowers purchase a home or refinance an existing mortgage and includes the cost of repairs or rehabilitation into one new mortgage. Changes also include increases to the maximum amount for other allowable fees, including for draw inspection, which is $375.

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Housing Wire

JULY 26, 2024

Contingencies in the agreement protect both parties if problems arise during the appraisal, inspection, or financing stages of the transaction. However, an agent can help suggest a fair market value, draw up contracts, review documents, and ensure state-required protocols are followed. Agree on contingencies.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 1, 2023

And yes, this certainly has had an impact on insurance companies from coast to coast, as we’ve seen insurers retreat en masse from states such as California , Florida , and Texas , which have all seen record losses in recent years from wildfires, earthquakes, hurricanes, severe winter storms, sinkholes, and more.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 20, 2021

The Doma Intelligence platform works by automating many of the rote tasks of the closing process including retrieving and analyzing documents that need to be searched. So, it’s like you put those things together and it’s like, what is the argument for having a human being go to a house and physically do an inspection.”.

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Appraisal Partners Blog

MARCH 12, 2025

FHA appraisals differ from conventional appraisals in several key ways, primarily because they are designed to protect both the borrower and the lender (the FHA insures the loan). An FHA loan is a mortgage insured by the Federal Housing Administration. Supporting documentation. What is an FHA Loan?

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Housing Wire

MAY 12, 2021

Still, I’m encouraged to see companies using digital tools and platforms — or creating their own — to take little bites out of a gigantic industry, from streamlining financing and inspections, to centralizing communication, to optimizing budgets and reducing project delays. Creating transparency.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 7, 2022

Instead of creating a simpler way to transact real estate, “The NFT is kind of acting as a redundant parallel proof of documentation,” said Christopher Wilmer, professor at the University of Pittsburgh school of engineering who studies blockchain. Propy said it is not against the home inspection process. Or, how it may not.

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 12, 2021

At each stage of the buying process, there are multiple siloed transactions, from appraisals, inspections and settlements to mortgage payments and homeowners’ insurance. Currently, the mortgage industry is inundated with paperwork and limited options to efficiently digitalize and process lending and servicing documents.

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Realtor

OCTOBER 29, 2020

These are the most common contingencies that are part of your new home closing process: Home inspection contingency: This gives buyers the right to have the home professionally inspected. It’s rarely advisable to waive an inspection contingency. This official document outlines your exact mortgage payments, the loan’s terms (e.g.,

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Listing Spark

JANUARY 5, 2025

Some of the expenses you can expect as a seller in Texas are: Commissions Title Insurance Policy HOA Fees: Its a good idea to call your HOA to find out what expenses are incurred by the seller in your neighborhood Home Warranty Survey (if you dont have your existing one) Misc. Or better yet, hire a handyman to do it right.

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GoForrmz

APRIL 8, 2025

Powerful automation reduces manual entry, minimizes errors, and accelerates processes like work orders, inspections, and compliance reporting. ServiceMaster needed a digital data capture solution that allowed users to digitize their existing forms and insurance-provided documents.

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Empire Appraisal Group

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Property taxes, insurance, maintenance fees going up and then all these special assessments for repairs. The tragic collapse of Surfsides Champlain Towers South condo building in 2021 left 98 people dead and led to sweeping reform of the states condo inspection law. Its pricing a lot of people out of the market. Bidding wars?

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Lamacchia Realty

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

THE NEW HOME BUYERS’ HOME INSURANCE CHECKLIST Buying your first home can be both an exciting and a daunting experience. As with most big purchases, choosing to work with an insurance company can protect you from financial hardship, but how do you choose the right coverage? What is Homeowners Insurance?

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Listing Spark

APRIL 8, 2025

Overlooking key stepslike final inspections, market research, or ensuring compliance with local real estate regulationscan delay your sale or eat into your healthy profit margin. A well-documented house-flipping checklist should include all renovations, big and small, to highlight the true value of your investment property.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 14, 2020

HousingWire: Looking back at a year with record purchase and refi volume, how did title insurance companies manage the influx in volume? inspection) just take time and cannot be further expedited through automation or improved workflows. Despite efficiencies gained through automation, some components of the closing (i.e.

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Lamacchia Realty

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

SELLERS, HERE'S WHAT TO DO IF A BUYER REQUESTS REPAIRS AFTER INSPECTION Selling your home and moving into a new one can be an exciting life chapter. A common issue that sellers should be prepared for is a buyer requesting repairs after the home inspection. So, what do you, as a seller, do in this scenario?

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D Fritz Appraisals

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Home appraisers are trained to inspect and measure your property and perform comparisons that result in an accurate valuation for the current housing market. They are also used to assess the value of the home for home improvement loans and insurance evaluations. Valuation for insurance claims. Tax implications for final probate.

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Raleigh Realty

AUGUST 17, 2021

During this time, there are many things that a buyer needs to accomplish such as inspections, appraisals, securing their financing, and title searches. Let’s take a closer look at each one of these processes Inspections Why do real estate agents recommend getting home inspections during the due diligence period?

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The Robert Weiler Company

JANUARY 7, 2021

Indemnity and Insurance. What type of insurance can you maintain or obtain (e.g., comprehensive public liability insurance, fire and extended coverage insurance)? And what is the cost of insurance? Cooperation Respecting Mortgages. Estoppel Certificate. Holding Over by Tenant. Entry by Landlord.

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Lamacchia Realty

DECEMBER 10, 2021

It’s highly important to stay organized with meeting dates and deadlines for documents, checks, and other important materials related to your closing as well. Keep all documentation and communications in one place so they are easily accessible should you need to get information quickly. Important Documents to be Aware of.

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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

One party may forget to pass along a message, another may have the day off, or there may be a missing document. Title companies offer tips to help you organize all the documents required by closing agents. Additionally, provide full contact information for any surveys, pest inspections, or home inspections.

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Realtor

OCTOBER 29, 2020

These are the most common contingencies that are part of your new home closing process: Home inspection contingency: This gives buyers the right to have the home professionally inspected. It’s rarely advisable to waive an inspection contingency. This official document outlines your exact mortgage payments, the loan’s terms (e.g.,

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CA Realty Training

MARCH 22, 2021

The Buyer’s Inspection Advisory (BIA) is a disclosure that is included with the Residential Purchase Agreement (RPA) when you make an offer on a home. Simply put, it is advising the buyer to have a professional inspect the property. In this case, the Buyer Inspection Advisory is for the buyer. FIRE, HAZARD AND OTHER INSURANCE.

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Lamacchia Realty

MAY 9, 2023

Home Inspection: This is a fee paid to a licensed home inspector to come in and perform a home inspection , where the property is evaluated for potential problems such as building codes, along with other issues the property may have in terms of needed repairs. This fee is paid at the time of the inspection directly to the inspector.

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Appraisal Partners Blog

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

For Insurance Purposes: The value needs to be accurate. Property Inspection: The appraiser will schedule a visit to the property. During the inspection, they will: Assess the overall condition of the interior and exterior. Supporting documentation, such as photographs and maps. fireplaces, updated kitchens, bathrooms).

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Empire Appraisal Group

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Not reviewing homeowners’ insurance coverage It’s important to determine how much homeowners insurance you need for your unique circumstance. Renovations or upgrades could impact your insurance coverage limits and might not be covered by your existing policy.

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Zillow

JULY 15, 2019

Appraisal : An informed, impartial and well-documented opinion of the value of a home, prepared by a licensed and certified appraiser and based on data about comparable homes in the area, as well as the appraiser's own walkthrough. Fees may include the appraisal, the home inspection, a title search, a pest inspection and more.

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CA Realty Training

JULY 20, 2021

Their priority is to keep the transaction in order and manage the documents. . They are responsible for ensuring that all documents are completed in the proper time frame. The offer will outline when certain documents are due and which parties get them. Scheduling Inspections. Understanding the Transaction Process.

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Appraisal Hub

JULY 26, 2024

The appraiser inspects the property from top to bottom. Submission of Property Documents: To begin the evaluation, the appraiser is provided with important papers and legal deeds related to the property. Onsite Property Inspection: A certified property evaluator visits the house.

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Eppraisal

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Once the document has signatures from both parties, do the following to see the agreement through: Deposit Earnest Money Pay an earnest deposit — 3% to 5% of the selling price — to show you’re serious about the purchase. Buy New Homeowners Insurance Call an insurer about getting a policy for your new home.

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Lamacchia Realty

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Insurance is essential. Properties located in high-risk areas may require additional flood insurance and structural reinforcements to withstand extreme weather. The kit should include important documents, medications, first aid supplies, and essentials like bottled water, non-perishable food, flashlights, and batteries.

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Premier Home Appraisal Blog

MAY 30, 2023

Are you tired of paying for private mortgage insurance (PMI) every month? Private mortgage insurance, or PMI, is a type of insurance that lenders require borrowers to purchase when they put down less than 20% on their home. The real estate appraiser will come to your home and conduct an inspection.

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Genworth MI Blog

AUGUST 15, 2019

In many cases, this means that a person (who may or may not be an appraiser) collects information on the property via property inspection and a computer does the valuation. The person conducting the property inspection may not be licensed or have enforceable standards of practice, so the borrower experience can vary widely.

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Genworth MI Blog

AUGUST 15, 2019

In many cases, this means that a person (who may or may not be an appraiser) collects information on the property via property inspection and a computer does the valuation. The person conducting the property inspection may not be licensed or have enforceable standards of practice, so the borrower experience can vary widely.

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Listing Spark

DECEMBER 9, 2020

It is more than likely that if you are selling a residential home in Texas the buyer is going to ask you (home seller) to pay for the title insurance policy. The title insurance premium is set by the Texas Department of Insurance and will be the exact same at any title company you choose.

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