FHA, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac Raise Loan Limits

04/06/1993Business, Industry News, News, Newsletters

  The Federal Housing Administration (FHA), Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac are backing larger mortgages now that the 2020 loan limits have gone into effect. The higher loan limits went into effect on January 1, 2020. The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) made the announcement in November 2019 that it would begin allowing mortgage borrowers … Read More

TitleSmartING

04/06/1993Business, General, News, Title Tips

TitleSmartING: a verb meaning to excel at ALL things title! And that is exactly what our #Smarties do each day at TitleSmart. As we approach our 13th year in business (April 1st!) we are proud to look back on how we have been able to continue to enhance the customer experience and grow exponentially as … Read More

iBuyers Gain Market Share in Some Cities

04/06/1993Business, Industry News, News, Newsletters

  iBuyers are increasing their market share in some U.S. markets, finds a new Redfin analysis. iBuyers purchased 3.1 percent of homes in 18 markets during the third quarter of 2019. This figure marked a 1.6 percent increase in the market share for iBuyers since a year earlier. Read the full story here.

Real Estate Trends To Watch For In 2020

04/06/1993Business, Industry News, News, Newsletters

  A new forecast from Realtor.com predicts an uncertain year for U.S. housing markets as changing economic and political conditions impact the country. The U.S. housing market will continue to slow in 2020 as housing inventory declines to historic lows and economic uncertainty causes consumers to reduce their spending even further, according to the Realtor.com … Read More

5 Ways to Improve the Customer Experience

04/06/1993Business

Since day one, TitleSmart has understood the importance of an outstanding customer experience. We do everything with the customer in mind. If you are struggling in this department, here are 5 easy ways to start improving your customer’s experience today!   Have a Warm and Inviting Office Tan is the new white! The first thing … Read More

Massive Action

04/06/1993Business, General, Inspiration and Fun, Prof. Development

Whether at work or in your personal life, if you are not achieving your goals, it might be time to take Massive Action! Taking Massive Action means that you simply commit to taking action until your goal is achieved. Seems simple enough, right? Well, here are three tips to help you take Massive Action in … Read More