Zillow launches new reporting feature to help renters build credit
The new feature will allow renters who pay their rent through Zillow to have their on-time payments reported to a major credit bureau
by Ben Verde Jan 18
JPMorgan CEO: Real estate is going to be a big problem for some banks
Not every bank is at risk, JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon said Monday during an investor conference. But for lenders with more exposure to commercial properties, the months ahead could be tough
by Daniel Houston May 23
How agents can retain clients when they take a break from the market
When clients decide to put a pause on their home search, agents can ensure homebuyers and sellers stick with them when they're ready to reenter the market by staying top-of-mind
Making repair requests? 7 guidelines to ensure the deal doesn't tank
Opinion
What constitutes an unreasonable repair request? Here's how to prevent your transaction from blowing up
by Carl Medford Nov 14
Slowing down pace of foreclosure can be counterproductive: Study
New paper has surprising insights into the impact that foreclosure policies have on the broader housing market
by Lew Sichelman Oct 22
9 unreasonable repair requests your buyers should skip
Opinion
Sellers are far more likely to agree to a $300 credit, than replace 30 $10 items, so use safety or failure of an expensive system as your guide
by Missy Yost Oct 7
how to become a real estate agent
Renewable energy and other tax benefits are a few of the items they can take advantage of now
by Kayla Matthews Sep 16
Helping buyers find a home for the fam? Share these 7 tips
Add value by helping your clients figure out their budget, where they’d like to realistically live and what to expect along the way
by Roger Odoardi Jun 4
A credit report with a low score
Credit score knowledge is up, but many lack complete understanding of how credit is determined, how it impacts them and how it can be improved
by Lew Sichelman Jun 27
LendingTree launches free credit analyzer tool
Platform tracks users' financial situation and gives recommendations for future goals, such as saving for a down payment
4 things your buyer clients should do post-Equifax hack
Don’t let the cyber attack get in the way of your buyers getting their dream home
by Steve Cook Sep 21
Inside the mind of the modern homebuyer
How today's consumers think about credit, affordability, inventory and the homebuying experience
What real estate agents should know about trended credit
Help clients implement a credit management plan that emphasizes timely payments, steady reduction of debt and paying off revolving credit accounts
by Steve Cook Jul 26
A credit report with a low score
Changes to regulations and GSEs might make it easier to qualify for a mortgage loan
by Steve Cook Dec 13
A Wells Fargo bank
Bank’s employee cross-selling scheme could have collateral damage for mortgage lending -- here's how to help clients clean up the mess
by Amy Tankersley Oct 10