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

Rocket’s new 1% down mortgage also picks up tab for PMI

Lender estimates a hypothetical buyer putting down $2,500 on a $250,000 home could save $20,500 in private mortgage insurance payments over 7 years. Continue reading

Freddie Mac spotlights lenders for promoting affordable loans

UWM, Rocket and Fairway were enthusiastic backers of Freddie Mac’s Home Possible mortgage in 2022, which lets low-income homebuyers put as little as 3 percent down. Continue reading

Help first-time buyers (and their pets) find a fur-ever home

Increases in pet ownership mean that many of your buyers are focusing on providing the right type of home environment for their fur-babies. Continue reading

How to inspire client trust and attract like-minded agent talent

Industry leaders Anthony Lamacchia and Dana Cadena share their expertise and tactical strategies on how to grow your business, obtain more listing opportunities and attract top talent. Continue reading

EasyKnock acquires Ribbon in bid to launch national marketplace

The sale-leaseback platform plans to launch a marketplace later this year designed to serve homesellers and buyers, both individuals and investors, EasyKnock revealed to Inman exclusively. Continue reading

Let’s stay together: Why buyer love letters deserve a second chance

It’s time to question unfounded legal warnings and negative scenarios that don’t make sense so that we can put this tool to use for buyers, the CEO of Darryl Davis Seminars writes. Continue reading

‘It is a weird market’: Why ‘highest and best’ could be a deal-killer

Instead of a blanket call for the highest and best offer, listing agents and buyer agents need to get back to the basics of negotiating. Continue reading