Recent Fed news has relaxed mortgage rates and while there's still a ways to go, ANY positive signs for the real estate market is welcome news as we close out a challenging year. In this year-end download, FNF's Chuck Cain welcomes ICE VP of Enterprise Research Strategy Andy Walden, who delivers an upbeat assessment. While mortgage rates will likely fluctuate in the year ahead, Andy shares positive data on foreclosures, home equity and other factors that point to an improving market in 2024.
Dec 21, 2023
27 min
The dust hasn't settled, and likely won't for several years, but one thing appears to be certain: The real estate industry as we know is about to change dramatically, particularly for buyers agents. The impact of Missouri's Sitzer-Burnett verdict will also be felt by lenders and title agents. In this timely episode, FNF's Chuck Cain calls on real estate industry veteran Arthur Sterbcow, who offers candid takes on the verdict, and how his forecast for the future of the real estate profession.
Dec 7, 2023
35 min
Fall conferences are in the books and FNF's Chuck Cain has made the rounds, returning with the latest info from industry insiders. Think the recent verdict in Missouri won't impact title & settlement? Think again... Chuck explains why, and also provides an update on the activity of federal regulators as they ramp up scrutiny of the of the real estate industry.
Nov 10, 2023
25 min
Often referred to as "energy", our emotions and mindset are key in what is no doubt a challenging real estate market. Data, and accurate tracking, is also critical so we're devoting our time and resources to the partners and relationships that drive our business. In this sales-focused download, FNF's Chuck Cain, Ethan Powsner and Tim Hooper team up to share their insight on harnessing emotions and following the numbers to grow your business.
Sep 30, 2023
27 min
In the cyclical world of real estate brokerage, lending and settlement services, regulators often take action when the market is slower. That's the case this year as we're seeing stepped up enforcement action, which is time consuming and costly. On top of that, the person who handled compliance may have been a victim of budget cuts. In this episode, FNF's Chuck Cain leads a conversation with Josh Weinberg, Co-Founder and President of Firstline Compliance. Josh offers insight on what he's seeing, and how smaller companies can handle this issue.
Sep 13, 2023
31 min
The downshift in the real estate market allows industry professionals the time to re-engage with teams and sharpen sales tools for the opportunities ahead. In this episode, FNF's Chuck Cain welcomes FNF VP of Training & Technology Tim Hooper. Tim shares how he's coaching real estate agents and title professionals as we prepare for the next cycle in the real estate market.
Aug 18, 2023
26 min
Location, location, location: The reason it's a cliche, is because it's true. Specific markets are feeling more pain, particularly in the office sector, than others. How will things unfold in the years ahead? And what sector are investors still bullish on? For those answers and much more, FNF's Chuck Cain calls on Jamie Woodwell, President in the Research and Economics Group and the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA).
Jul 28, 2023
21 min
Mortgage rates remain elevated and inventory is severely constricted in most markets. The good news is the job market is strong, and it appears if a recession does hit, it'll be mild. So the obvious question is this: When will we arrive at the intersection of favorable rates and increasing inventory? Few in the industry possess the data and insight to accurately forecast this answer, and Black Knight's Andy Walden is one of them. In this episode, FNF's Chuck Cain gets an update that gives us direction.
Jun 22, 2023
22 min
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