Rising interest rates have a profound impact on the affordability of housing. What can lenders do to encourage more first-time homebuyers even as lending costs seem poised to increase? It’s clear that interest rates will frustrate some potential buyers, but lenders can spur action by countering widely held misconceptions about the amount of savings needed […]
Providing a stress-free mortgage experience to your borrowers is ideally high on your priority list. Satisfied customers help build your brand, drive referrals, and just as importantly, make you happier in your work. What’s more, poor discipline around communication steals your productivity. All those inbound emails, voicemails and texts are traps on your time. In […]
Loan officers don’t have it easy, but with these seven tech tools you’ll be a master of efficiency. If you are like most originators, you are spending an inordinate amount of time juggling your client communications, deadlines, and borrower documents all while ensuring privacy and compliance at every turn. Maxwell asked top producers to share […]
As mortgage lenders turn to Loan Origination Systems to automate every phase of the loan origination lifecycle, vetting and selecting LOS vendors has become an important task for CIOs. In this white paper Ellie Mae distills the wisdom from a panel of top IT executives into the six most important requirements for selecting an LOS […]
Much like the evolution of credit scoring, another critical component of the new loan origination process has emerged — property tax amount estimation quality. Only a consistent procurement process can ensure access to the best information available. This white paper outlines what an accurate process should entail, with insights from a controlled experiment. Publisher: CoreLogic Date: September […]
With foreclosure levels still well above normal, servicers strongly rely on auction services providers to assist with the disposition of defaulted mortgage assets. While auction services providers can deliver significant value, there is still a need for greater efficiency and improved transparency during the management and disposition of defaulted mortgage assets. This white paper explores […]
While claims handling is often a small piece of the insurance partner selection process for servicers, the insurance partner’s performance of their obligations under the insurance policy is a direct reflection on the servicer and their relationship with the homeowner. Learn more about why effective claims practices matter and how to recognize the hallmarks of […]
How do contractors make money? The processes and knowledge required to actually reach profit goals for contractors is challenging. Contractors need a plan, knowledge, and business discipline to make meaningful and lasting changes to their bottom line. Growing a small business is not a linear process but a step-function process. This report includes a discussion […]
Been in the construction biz long? If yes, then you have survived both Boom and Bust times. Did you enjoy either? Certainly, periods with an abundance of work are preferable to periods of work shortage. However, even the go-go times of a Boom period often exacts a high price on the contractor’s quality of life […]
With loan document packages often exceeding 500 pages and potentially including over 100 unique document types, the mortgage loan origination lifecycle is heavily dependent on accurate and efficient document classification. Loan documents come from multiple sources, including brokers, lenders, borrowers, employers, and online vendors, and the set of documents required varies from state to state. […]
Executives leading mortgage lending enterprises today are doing so in a market that has no historical precedent. In this white paper, we will shed some light on today’s most critical management imperatives and share what our firm is doing to help guide our lender clients safely into a more successful future. Success in this market […]
The banking world has seen the emergence of numerous FinTech companies, each trying to either partner with, play alongside or acquire market share from traditional banks. The most potentially disruptive FinTechs provide direct-to-consumer, value-added services that leverage mobility and a streamlined digital experience. Publisher: Visionet Systems Date: May 2017
The mortgage lending industry is an ever-growing target for data thieves. Given the number of potential victims at risk, and the value of the data they hold, organizations that operate within the lending industry are sitting ducks for the criminals who seek to exploit them. This white paper provides insight into everyday threats in mortgage […]
The paper outlines the investor and guarantor requirements for managing vacant, damaged properties in default. How to avoid perils, manage risk, and meet the expectations of investors like Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and meet the conveyance requirements of guarantors like HUD. Publisher: Superior Home Services Date: May 2017
Flood events constitute almost 80% of the annual U.S. weather-related catastrophes, and for servicers, it’s critical to ensure their asset portfolio is fully protected. While flood insurance is a valuable tool of protection, there are enhancements that would make the overall flood protection program more financially sound while better protecting individual homeowners and taxpayers. Publisher: National […]