In the beginning of 2022, home sales soared, interest rates were low, and the market was incredibly competitive. By mid-year, the Federal Reserve increased interest rates to curb inflation. While home purchases declined, we have yet to see a dramatic reduction in home prices, and research predicts we should be able to avoid a housing…
It is no secret that the real estate industry is constantly advancing. Within the last decade we have watched technology drastically change the industry for the better, increasing conveniences for real estate professionals and consumers alike. In fact, we wrote a blog on it! As remote online notarization (RON) continues to evolve and more states…
Research shows that loan officers’ attendance at mortgage closings has a direct effect on borrower satisfaction. Although COVID-19 has changed the way people meet, the mortgage closing is still an important part of the borrower’s experience. Whether the meeting happens remotely or in-person, creating a positive closing experience should be a top priority for loan…
Wet vs Dry – We are not Talking about Surfing Wet purchases customarily mean that all monies are collected and disbursed at closing. This is sometimes referred to as “table funding”. Dry purchases mean that all monies are collected and disbursed after closing by some previously agreed to arrangement. With the COVID-19 pandemic, many changes…
A notary public is an individual appointed by a state government to serve as an impartial witness when important documents must be signed. They verify that people are who they say they are and ensure the integrity and authenticity of the signing. A notary signing agent, sometimes called a signing agent, is different. A signing…
These days, finding a signing agent to close your client’s loan is easier than ever before. New technology has placed a premium on speed and convenience. You can get a signing agent in just minutes. But is your transaction in good hands? In this blog, we would like to highlight some common signing agent errors…
