FHA and VA latest mortgage servicers to relax standards

The federal mortgage servicers recently joined Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in offering alternatives to traditional appraisals and employment verifications. Continue reading

Let’s officially cancel April Fools’ Day

You may think it’s absurd to call for an April Fools’ moratorium. Nothing about this situation is funny, and now is not the time. With the level of misinformation out there, why in the world would we want to dedicate a day to perpetuating bad informati… Continue reading

Second stimulus package could roll back property tax deductions

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is reportedly mulling a rollback of the state and local tax (SALT) deduction cap implemented by changes to the tax code under President Trump. Continue reading

36% of home shoppers believe the recession has already begun: Poll

A new survey by Realtor.com reflects the stark contrast in homebuyer sentiment since the beginning of March. Still, many homebuyers are undeterred. Continue reading

Citing pandemic, Redfin sells $110M stake to venture capital firm

Durable Capital Partners is run by former T Rowe Price investment manager Henry Ellenbogen. “In chaotic times, he understands our long-term commitments,” Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman said. Continue reading

DroneBase is taking aerial video to new heights

DroneBase is using drone technology to survey building sites, produce roof damage reports, inspect real estate disaster zones and a number of uses beyond marketing. Continue reading

How can women today be effective leaders?

As Women’s History Month draws to a close, the NDILC came up with a list of 10 principles companies and individuals can implement to help women become more effective leaders, in today’s challenging environment and into the future. Continue reading