Posted on: August 12, 2016 by

As technology evolves, so do fraudulent schemes. Unfortunately, with a wide range of fraudulent activities, protecting your business can be a daunting task. Therefore, becoming educated on how to prevent these schemes is a necessity. With a robust risk management plan in place and secure controls, this threat can be minimized. Furthermore, as a first […] Read More

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Posted on: March 18, 2016 by

As a mortgage broker, one of the most important steps is to gain the trust of your clients. As they are making one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives, your expert guidance and recommendations are a necessity. Especially as first-time buyers, they are most likely not familiar with the jargon and the complete […] Read More

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Posted on: September 9, 2015 by

New federal disclosure regulations are causing concern among mortgage brokers and real estate agents in relation to home sale closing times. The procedure, which begins nationwide on October 3rd, is estimated to lengthen closing time by 5-10 days. As there are numerous factors that contribute to delayed home sales, Texas Mortgage Broker Liability can be […] Read More

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Posted on: July 17, 2015 by

VTS, a web based commercial real estate platform, is changing the way the industry operates. The rapidly growing technology company is already worth an estimated $100 million dollars and operates in 14 major markets across the United States. With so much technology and inevitable change in the market, it is imperative your TX Mortgage Broker […] Read More

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Posted on: July 15, 2015 by

Unintentional actions in relation to housing bias are being recognized as grounds for a lawsuit, according to the Supreme Court. The Fair Housing Act defeated the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs in a close 5-4 vote in determining that “disparate impact” on minorities is, in fact, discriminatory. While this decision unfolds, it is […] Read More

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Posted on: June 16, 2015 by

The mortgage lending industry is undergoing some major reform as of lately. As of August 1, 2015, the operational procedures and technologies used by mortgage companies will be expected to be in 100% compliance with the new TRID law. In the wake of these significant changes, don’t wait to implement your Austin TX Real Estate Broker […] Read More

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Posted on: June 10, 2015 by

After allegations against 2 California mortgage companies abusing the TILA surfaced, some real estate practices are being questioned. The real estate industry was reformed to prevent illegal transfer of funds years ago, yet the issue reemerged this month. To ensure these types of misconducts don’t bankrupt your business or destroy your reputation, installing Real Estate […] Read More

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Posted on: March 19, 2015 by

One of the most important factors of working in the real estate industry is gaining the trust of your customers; individuals who are facing one of the biggest financial decisions in their lives. Buying a home for the first time can be an intimidating process, especially for a consumer who is not familiar with common […] Read More

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Tagged: e&o errors and omissions First Time Homebuyers Home Buying Mistakes Mortgage Brokers Mortgage Lenders professional liability