As regulators work toward a decision on whether to increase the threshold for residential real-estate transactions requiring an appraisal from $250,000 to $400,000, many lenders and appraisers alike are wondering whether they are prepared, whatever happens.
For lenders, a higher threshold will offer more flexibility on the type of appraisal products they use. They stand to...
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Remote Video Notary Services – Tales of the Borrower Experience
September 10, 2018
Part 3 of 3-Part NotaryWorks™ Blog Series
In Parts 1 and 2 of this three-part blog series, we’ve already discussed the 3 steps to ensure excellence in remote & mobile notaries and the importance of notary quality assurance in the pre & post close reviews. For Part 3, we’ll review the most critical consideration when... Read moreCBA LIVE 2018 – Another Record Breaking Year!
March 20, 2018
CBA LIVE had another great year – record attendance and a sold out exhibit hall along with thought-provoking forums led by some of the most interesting experts in banking today. In keeping with the productive atmosphere, the Accurate Group team hosted 25 private lender meetings during the conference.
Paul Doman was invited back for his 2nd...
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A Win for Texas Lenders – Proposition 2 Home Equity Loan Amendment Passes
November 14, 2017
In the past, there has been 3% cap on home equity loan fees in Texas. With steep violations for non-compliance, many lenders limited volumes or avoided home equity loans altogether.
But as of November 7, 2017, a new Texas state amendment (Proposition 2) passed that lowers this risk...
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