Everything you need to know about RESPA, explained
The Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act has been around since 1974 -- but the changes over the past few years, combined with the creation and implementation of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), have caused some confusion in the industry. What is the act? What does it mean for agents and for consumers? Here's what you need to know about RESPA -- explained.
by Amy Tankersley Jun 7
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In this week's video, Peter Lorimer of PLG Estates discusses TRID, otherwise known as TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosures. How does it affect agents, and how does it affect clients? What do you need to know?
by Peter Lorimer Jun 3
Both Brooklyn and Queens dropped in closings but grew in median price
by Jennifer Riner May 30
A black knight and white knight facing off on a marble table
The case of the missing 5,000 square feet
by Britt Chester May 26
Tensions rise surrounding 606 trail and affordable housing in Chicago
Hundreds gathered in protest of rising rents, home prices and property taxes
by Kimberly Manning May 20
CFPB v. PHH, explained
Why are the mortgage and real estate industries watching this case so closely?
by Amy Tankersley May 19
Supreme Court's Spokeo decision may have implications for real estate industry
Here’s how a case that has nothing to do with RESPA may impact those subject to RESPA
by Amy Tankersley May 18
Failing to pay HOA fees can now harm your credit score
Sperlonga Data & Analytics will report homeowner association payment information to Equifax
by Caroline Feeney May 17
A young woman shopping online.
Lending Club cratered this week, but the cause had nothing to do with its e-status
by Lou Barnes May 13
RealtyTrac reports less than 1 percent of delinquent homes qualify for FHFA program
RealtyTrac Q1 2016 U.S. Home Equity and Underwater Report shows Denver, Austin among top improving markets
by Kimberly Manning May 11
A shot of the nation's capital at sunset
It's the first day of the National Association of Realtors' Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo. Inman is live on the scene.
by Andrea V. Brambila May 10
CAR votes for affordable housing programs to counter rising prices
CAR Board of Directors voted in favor of $1.3 billion proposal by California Assembly members to make buying a home within reach
by Kimberly Manning May 10
The who, what, when and why of the PHH-Realogy case
Plaintiffs’ attorneys discuss latest developments in RESPA class action lawsuit
by Amy Tankersley May 9
421-a tax cut used in over half of NYC affordable housing projects in 2014
Tax abatement program that expired in January has not been signed for renewal
by Jennifer Riner May 6
A close-up of a settlement services signature field
CFPB says it is working on a notice of proposed rulemaking to give the rule ‘greater certainty and clarity’; here’s what the real estate segment wants to see change
by Amy Tankersley Apr 29
650,000 leave prison each year -- what's the impact on real estate?
HUD recently released guidelines to help rental housing managers and real estate brokers create a non-discriminatory housing policy
by Robert Freedman Apr 28