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New American Funding referring homeowners to EasyKnock

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The independent mortgage lender is now sending homeowners who are interested in converting their home equity into cash over to EasyKnock to explore a sale-leaseback. Continue reading →

Power buyer Knock says it will now work with any lender or agent

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Homebuyers can use the Knock Home Swap Equity Advance in conjunction with a purchase loan from any lender to make a non-contingent offer when buying their next home. Continue reading →

NAR: New Fannie and Freddie mortgage fees will hit middle class

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Mortgage giants’ federal regulator eliminates upfront fees for first-time homebuyers of limited means, but some better-off borrowers will see increases. Continue reading →

Layoffs hit rent-to-own company Home Partners of America

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Layoffs come a week after the shutdown of RealSure, Home Partners’ iBuyer joint venture with real estate franchising giant Anywhere, and include Pathlight Property Management. Continue reading →

How Offerpad execs plan to pivot from seller’s to buyer’s market

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Executives at the iBuying pioneer see tremendous opportunity if they can negotiate today’s challenging “in-between” phase where buyers and sellers are on the fence. Continue reading →

Homebuyer loan requests jump 25% as mortgage rates continue to fall

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After two months of declines, mortgage rates are now at their lowest level since September with potential to spur spring homebuying, according to MBA economist Mike Fratantoni. Continue reading →

Knock increases bridge loan for home prep to $35,000

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The six-month loan is a component of Home Swap that allows clients to prepare a home for market through basic repairs, small finish upgrades, painting and other items buyers look for in a home. Continue reading →

5 key questions to ask your seller facing foreclosure

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If you are considering taking on a foreclosure listing, you need to make sure it is the best solution for all involved parties. Listing expert Minna Reid says you need to ask these five questions before you list the home for sale. Continue reading →