Anywhere vet Simon Chen is new CEO of bridge loan provider Arrival

The San Francisco-based startup lets homeowners tap their equity to obtain bridge loans and submit a “cash-equivalent offer” on their next home. Continue reading

Newzip helps mortgage lenders connect borrowers to agents

Former Keller Williams Realty exec’s startup enables virtually any mortgage lender to emulate programs offered by bigger rivals, such as Rocket Mortgage, loanDepot and Better. Continue reading

The power of connection: Elevate client interactions with these tips

Watch the new Inman Access class featuring Julia Lashay Israel to learn the importance of buyer consultations and how to build trust and rapport as a foundation for smooth transactions. Continue reading

Seamless transactions and the crucial role of buyer consultations

New Inman Access now streaming! Tune in this week to better understand the key essentials of buyer consultations and learn how to utilize circle prospecting to grow your business. Continue reading

You owe it to yourself to challenge buyer love letter misinformation

Question misconceptions and challenge the status quo to put this powerful buyer tool to work for your hopeful clients, writes trainer Darryl Davis. Continue reading

WATCH: The right lender can make buyer love letters obsolete

Not crazy about buyer love letters? Mortgage expert Rick Guerrero says that a great lender can reach out to the listing agent on a buyer’s behalf to offer information and reassurance. Continue reading

Unconventional mortgage loans: Help for 1099 clients and investors

For agents, sharing these programs with those who would not normally qualify for a traditional conventional loan can be a huge lead generator for their business for many years to come.  Continue reading

Mortgage rate gap among lenders wider than previously understood

A homebuyer taking out a $300,000 loan could end up overpaying by $1,200 a year — and even more if they’re in the market for a jumbo, FHA or VA mortgage, according to a new CFPB analysis. Continue reading

Realtor.com’s AI integration is a case of ‘garbage in, garbage out’

Digital marketing specialist Joshua Jarvis offers his feedback on Realtor.com’s new AI tool. While he applauds the attempt, he says it’s a swing and a miss. Continue reading