Looking for a way to differentiate the service you provide to buyers? Luke Babich writes that a top-down knowledge of down payment assistance programs in your area can help you stand out
by Luke Babich Oct 17
Austin, Texas-based startup won't have the space to itself, but strategic partner Visa and backers providing $7.2M in seed funding, led by Streamlined Ventures, like the company's odds
by Matt Carter Sep 24
With this week's half-percent rate cut from the Federal Reserve, agents are hoping sellers will finally get off the fence and loosen up some inventory to get the market moving
by Christy Murdock Sep 21
The average loan balance for first mortgages rose from $345,761 in Q1 to $356,993 in Q2, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported
by Taylor Anderson Aug 21
Kiavi has packaged up more than $5.1B in 'residential transition loans' for sale to investors. The latest deal — the first to be evaluated by a credit rating agency — was bumped up to $400M
by Matt Carter Aug 13
In Q2 earnings, the nation's largest mortgage lender posted a healthy $76M profit, paid down debt and said it's in prime position to capitalize and grow as mortgage rates drop to 2024 lows
by Matt Carter Aug 6
Lux Capital, its Series A round leader, also led this round and was joined by REColorado MLS, Starwood Capital Group, Flex Capital, Stellar MLS and Venture MLS
by Craig C. Rowe Aug 6
Credit reports offer a wealth of valuable insights and can be especially important in evaluating client needs post-divorce, Lindsey Harn writes
by Lindsey Harn Jul 23
Veteran KBW analyst Ryan Tomasello will be talking about the 'watershed moment' that could lead to consolidation and innovation across the real estate industry at Inman Connect Las Vegas
by Matt Carter Jul 22
Interest rate buydowns involve a trade-off between upfront costs and long-term affordability. Clever CEO Luke Babich offers strategies to help clients make the choice
by Luke Babich Jul 17
As financial targets pave the way for interest rates to (finally) fall, the real estate industry is cautiously optimistic about a late-year boost
by Christy Murdock Jul 13
About 80% of business owners fall into the trap of using personal credit and financial resources to run the business. Trainer Bernice Ross shares expert strategies to get your finances in order
by Bernice Ross Jul 12
EMM Loans, Searchlight Lending join growing list of mortgage lenders who have partnered with Calque to help homeowners tap their equity and make non-contingent offer to buy before they sell
by Matt Carter Jul 10
Clever CEO Luke Babich writes that partnering with well-qualified lenders helps you help your clients, build your brand and add value to every real estate transaction
by Luke Babich Jun 26
CEO Dawar Alimi writes that choosing a modern and advanced pricing engine can unlock new opportunities for growth, profitability and success in an increasingly competitive landscape
by Dawar Alimi Jun 18
A 'Chicago Tribune' investigation included accounts from former employees who described incidents of sexual harassment, misogyny and bullying
by Taylor Anderson Jun 17