Opinion: The Power of Saying No in Business
I have often found that where technology and financial services come together, they are not necessarily the same. So, shouldn’t we learn to make them happen productively? Saying no is an imperative – or rather, it should be. Anyone who’s tried to adjust to saying ‘yes’ all the time can tell you that it’s impossible […]
Disadvantages, Potential and Idle Opportunities
in this article This article is presented by Aloha Capital. Read our Editorial Guidelines for more information. More and more real estate investors are exploring what the other side of the closing table might look like. I don’t mean to be a seller, but a lender. With interest rates rising, you can easily earn double-digit […]
UWM workers allege racial disparities, sexism and bullying: Bloomberg
more than two dozen current and former composite wholesale mortgage (UWM) employees say the wholesale lender has fostered a toxic work environment with allegations of racial disparities, sexual harassment, drug use and intimidation by managers. Bloomberg on Wednesday. None of the workers interviewed said CEO Matt Ishbia used racial slurs or sexually harassed employees, but […]
Homebuilder Remodeling Market Sentiment Elevates in Q1
As homebuilder sentiment begins to pick up in the newly constructed single-family home market in 2023, so does builder sentiment in the remodeling market. National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index According to data released on Thursday, the first quarter of 2023 is expected to increase by 70 points, one point higher […]
These Three Forces Will Ensure 1031 Exchanges and Delaware Statutory Trusts Are Here to Stay
in this article This article is brought to you by KA Properties & Investments. Read our Editorial Guidelines for more information. It doesn’t seem that long ago when the winds around the commercial real estate industry were rustling with whispers of the Biden administration’s plan to repeal existing 1031 exchange laws and create alternate types […]
How to Connect Authentically With Your Community
Relationships matter more than ever in today’s market. Strong partnerships with real estate professionals are a start, but mortgage professionals must invest time and energy in engaging with their community at large. After all, the wider your circle of influence, the more business opportunities you have. But how do you involve yourself in your local […]
How to Win Big as a Buyer in These Market Conditions
in this article I’m sure you’ve heard people say, “I’ll wait to buy when housing prices start going down” more than once over the years. well guess what? Housing prices are coming down, but we are not seeing an influx of new buyers. The same people who were waiting for housing prices to fall are […]
What is a blanket mortgage and does it make sense?
in this article A blanket mortgage is useful for real estate investors with a large real estate portfolio. Also called a blanket loan, the mortgage consolidates several different loans into a single mortgage. For many experienced investors, having one loan payment makes multiple mortgage payments and interest rates much simpler. However, arranging a comprehensive mortgage […]
A Guide To Land Trust Affiliate Marketing
in this article If you are unfamiliar with Land Trust Affiliate Marketing you are not alone. However, it is quickly becoming a popular real estate marketing strategy – and can be a highly effective one at that! land trust affiliate marketing There is a technique that involves using land trusts to market real estate properties. […]
what is it and how to avoid it
in this article Do you know that you can be charged prepayment penalty for trying to pay off your loans ahead of time? A prepayment penalty is a fee that some lenders charge when you refinance or pay off your mortgage early. Not only are they fairly common – they are often misunderstood by borrowers. […]
