Los Angeles Rent Control Heads for New Increase Cap

Los Angeles Rent Control Heads for New Increase Cap

Landlords in Los Angeles will soon face stricter rent increase regulations.  In early February, new rent control laws will go into effect that limit most multifamily property landlords to hiking rent by... Read more »
Appraisal readiness steps highlight staff training and quality control 

Appraisal readiness steps highlight staff training and quality control 

Expanded rules for appraisal waivers take effect on purchase transactions starting the first quarter of 2025. Announcements were made on October 28, 2024 by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, as well as... Read more »
The holistic approach: A paradigm shift for quality control in mortgage lending

The holistic approach: A paradigm shift for quality control in mortgage lending

In the modern mortgage landscape, quality control (QC) stands as a critical pillar supporting the industry’s integrity and stability. As market conditions fluctuate and regulatory scrutiny intensifies, lenders must adopt a comprehensive... Read more »
Proactive quality control for lenders: How to navigate market shifts, regulatory changes and improve loan quality

Proactive quality control for lenders: How to navigate market shifts, regulatory changes and improve loan quality

With interest rates trending downward and refinances picking up, the industry is preparing for an upswing. This shift is welcomed good news given the tough origination market over the last two years.... Read more »
NAR Responds to Administration’s Rent Control Plan

NAR Responds to Administration’s Rent Control Plan

WASHINGTON, D.C.—National Association of Realtors® President Kevin Sears issued the following statement in response to the Biden Administration’s rent control plan: “NAR opposes misguided attempts to cap or control rental rates. Price... Read more »
Sexual Assault Complaint Stresses Sanford’s ‘Control’ Over eXp Agents

Sexual Assault Complaint Stresses Sanford’s ‘Control’ Over eXp Agents

After largely beating back an attempt to get their claims tossed out of court, four female real estate agents have bolstered their complaint accusing eXp Realty and its founder and CEO Glenn... Read more »
Greater LA Vector Control District Expands to Pacoima Industrial

Greater LA Vector Control District Expands to Pacoima Industrial

Lee & Associates – LA North/Ventura, Inc. arranged the sale of 10643 Glenoaks Blvd., a 38,063-square-foot industrial property located in Pacoima. The Greater Los Angeles Vector Control District acquired the property for nearly... Read more »
WS Communities Loses Control of 50% of Its Portfolio

WS Communities Loses Control of 50% of Its Portfolio

WS Communities’ Neil Shekhter, Hankey Capital’s Don Hankey, Lightstone Capital’s Eugene Rozovsky and Madison Realty Capital’s Josh Zegen with 7810 Topanga Canyon Boulevard, 11611 Blucher Avenue and 1550 Lincoln Boulevard (Kevin Scanlon,... Read more »