Tag Archives: Washington

As “tiny homes” gain popularity among homebuyers and investors alike, several cities and states are looking for ways to use legislation to make these units more accessible as a way to increase affordability within their cities.

With the launch of new offices in Oregon and Washington, the firm expands its existing footprint to serve clients in these two states.

How can we ensure sensible regulations are in place to protect homeowners and the mortgage industry? An open dialogue between government officials and industry leaders is indispensable to achieve a balance. Find out more here.

It could be a great time to invest in rental properties, according to a recent report that measures the ratio of wealth accumulated through home equity versus the ratio of wealth accumulated through renting. Eight cities listed in the 20-City Composite favor renting, while eight favor buying. Four major metro areas could sway in either direction at the end of Q2.

In his new role as SVP at Collingwood, Negri's duties will include managing critical customer relationships as they cope with franchise-risking regulatory and compliance demands in the new challenging regulatory environment.

Bellevue, Washington-based mortgage default and foreclosure-focused law firm RCO Legal, P.S. is continuing its strategic growth and expansion with the announcement that Janaya Carter has been promoted to managing shareholder in the firm.

Freddie Mac commented Wednesday that its' full menu of mortgage relief policies are available for borrowers who are affected by disasters in the state of Washington from recent flooding and landslides. The company said, "Freddie Mac's disaster relief policies enable servicers to help borrowers with homes in presidentially declared Major Disaster Areas where federal Individual Assistance programs are being made available."