The Federal Open Market Committee released its minutes from its meeting in July on Wednesday, which detailed the Fed’s outlook on the state of all facets of the economy since its meeting in June, when it decided to raise interest rates.
Read More »Household Debt Reaches Record High
The nation’s total household debt is now markedly higher than its 2008 peak—and mortgage debts are rising, too. Is it time to start worrying?
Read More »Condominium Law in Flux
A recent ruling not only puts a new wrinkle on condominium association lien extinguishment, but also clashes with a previous opinion...
Read More »Credit Where It’s Due
The consumer bank card default rate nosedived in a big way, swiping the biggest dip in 12 months this past July. But noteworthy gains notwithstanding, plastic is still far from perfect.
Read More »Out of Their Reach
Mortgage performance is perking up, thanks in large measure to our strengthening economy. But in a paradoxical twist, those same positive headwinds are creating a monetary maelstrom for many homebuyers, who lack the cash to lock a deal.
Read More »SFR: How Does it Affect Homebuyers?
By now you’ve probably heard of the huge business deal that closed in the single-family rental market last week, but how could this deal impact the entirety of the industry?
Read More »NAR CEO Talks Innovation
In a world of new technology, companies are finding themselves trying to keep up. However, Bob Goldberg, new CEO of the National Association of Realtors, doesn’t want to just keep up, he wants to stay on top.
Read More »Adding Tolerance to Disclosure Requirements
The CFPB issued its final rule creating tolerances and clarifications to the Federal Mortgage Disclosure Requirements. The rule will go into effect October 10, 2017.
Read More »Further Simplifying Foreclosures
Foreclosures can be a messy process for all involved. But sometimes, the smallest change can have the biggest impact...
Read More »SFR Powerhouse
Starwood Capital Group CEO talks about his reasoning for merging with Blackstone’s Invitation Homes in this Video Spotlight. See more on SFR at the 2017 Five Star Conference and Expo on September 18 at the SFR Roundtable.
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