Editor's note: This story was originally featured in the December issue of DS News, out now. Our industry learned a great many lessons in 2007 and the years that followed. When the financial crash sent one out of every 10 homeowners ...
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What are the trends that will define the year to come? ValueInsured Founder and CEO Joe Melendez sets his sights on the shape of the 2018 housing and mortgage market.
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DS News talks with LendingTree’s Chief Economist, Tendayi Kapfidze, to discuss the finalized tax reform and how it directly affects the housing market. Read the exclusive Q&A here.
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A guide released by HUD helps homeowners understand how they can partner with mortgage servicers to know their loss mitigation options and avoid scams.
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While the management of liquidation processes may vary, the end goal is the same—effectuate liquidation strategies and expedite third-party property sales to minimize neighborhood blight and reduce the operation and holding risks associated with distressed property management. Editor's note: This story was originally featured in the December issue of DS News, out now.
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Banks and credit unions are markedly more worried about regulatory compliance and risk management, according to new data. The results of a new survey show that overall risk management concern is up 13 percent over the year.
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New data shows foreclosures and short sales are down once again. November marked the fourth straight month they’ve declined.
Read More »Housing Industry Weighs in on Tax Reform Bill
With the tax bill headed for President Trump's desk, housing experts explore the pros and cons for the industry.
Read More »Tax Reform Bill Headed Back to House for Revote
After a victory in the House, the bill headed to the Senate Tuesday night, but a technicality will send it back to the House for a revote on Wednesday morning.
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California communities top the list of the 100 most expensive ZIP codes in the country, according to an annual ranking, followed by New York.
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