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Funding & Alternative Lending

Revolutionizing Real Estate Financing for Communities

The Rise of Modular Bridge Financing By Amy Martinson In today’s changing real estate market, challenges drive innovation. As housing costs rise, inventory shrinks, and affordability becomes a distant goal for many, a transformation is underway. This shift offers a practical response to our current issues. In the realm of modular housing, a new solution is emerging with the potential to change how we view real estate and its financing.

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The Role of Alternative Lending in a Shifting Terrain

Adaptability is the Key to Success By Ren Hayhurst and Virginia Bush In the ever-evolving commercial real estate lending landscape, adaptability is key to survival and growth. As lenders navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by the state of today’s lending market, alternative lending strategies have emerged as powerful tools for success. We will delve into five such strategies that hold the potential to transform the industry. Bridge Lending In

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Market Predictions for 2023

While Not Rosy, Still Fair Share of Opportunities Ahead By Erica LaCentra As we head into the fourth quarter of 2022, predictions for what the real estate and housing market will look like in the coming year are pouring in. As mortgage rates continue to rise due to interest rate hikes by the U.S. Federal Reserve as a means of combating inflation, the general consensus across the industry is that

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WHY Fix-and-Flip Investments?

Bottom Line: Profits Will Be Easier to Claim By Dalton Elliott One of the biggest surprise movie hits of the year has been “Everything EverywhereAll at Once.” That phrase does not just make a compelling movie title, but it describes how the economy and housing market is changing now. What’s changed? Interest rates. Rent rates. Available inventory. Customer demand. Home price appreciation. And more. A lot more. So, what has

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An Introduction to Non-QM Programs

Why it is a Great Alternative for Borrowers By Jennifer McGuinness In the current and ever-changing market environment, it is important to understand the different financing options available to borrowers. Non-QM Programs offer a wide range of flexibility and underwriting criteria. These loans are available for the financing of primary residences, second homes and investment properties, but many do not know what non-QM means or how to get started. What

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