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DOL accuses PrimeLending of violating whistleblower provisions

Housing Wire

Department of Labor announced on Wednesday that they found that PrimeLending , a Texas-based retail mortgage bank, violated whistleblower provisions in a case involving two employees who raised consumer fraud concerns. Investigators at the U.S.

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Low Appraisal Fees in 2024

Appraisal Today

Without general liability insurance an appraisal company may be responsible for paying large out-of-pocket expenses for things like: Legal fees, Compensation to injured parties Reputational harm, Property damage repairs Commercial property insurance This type of appraisal insurance keeps the physical aspects of your company safe.

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Commercial Real Estate Investing: A Comprehensive Guide

Property Metrics

Retail Spaces: Strip malls, shopping centers, stand-alone stores, and anything designed for consumer-facing businesses. Mixed-Use Developments: Buildings that blend retail, office, residential, and/or hospitality in one project. Breaking Down CRE by Class and Condition Beyond just the property type (office, retail, industrial, etc.),