Podcast

Sharpen your knowledge of the current and future state of real estate entrepreneurship. In this informative episode, we’re sitting down with Josh Ernst, CEO of Backflip, a proptech and fintech company. We discuss the role played by real estate entrepreneurs in rejuvenating communities, and how Backflip’s commitment to technology is empowering these passionate property professionals.

We take you through the world of title research. Join us as we chat with Dave Mitchell from AFX—a leading title research company. We’ll discuss property liens and the impact of historical recording processes

We welcome Ron Haynie from the ICBA to discuss the role of community banks in construction lending and the broader economy. We explore the importance of consistency, the impacts of political influences, and the regulatory environment on community banks. Haynie emphasizes the value of local relationship banking, the advocacy and educational efforts of the ICBA, and their push for innovation to assist community banks.

In today’s market, where $200,000 homes are a thing of the past in many states, the Federal Housing Administration’s (FHA) 203(k) loan program offers a financial option to potential homeowners

We explore the nuances of the FHA 203(k) program, Fannie Mae HomeStyle renovation loans, and the effects of market fluctuations on renovation timelines with special guest William Brown.

We are joined by Mitzi Hutchens, Director of Special Programs at Thrive Mortgage. We’ll be exploring their operational domains and their diverse construction loan programs which include FHA, VA, and conventional renovation programs

In today’s installment, we’re joined by the insightful Blake Walter from Walter Residential in Atlanta, Georgia. This episode drives into the heart of the construction inspection industry. Our guest delves into the realities faced by inspectors and the ingenuity required in new construction and renovation inspections.

We explore Waterstone Mortgage’s one-time close construction loan program with its Vice President of Construction, Nicole Wolfgram. We cover the program’s significant impact on the market, its importance to loan officers and the community, and the complexities involved in construction lending.

In today’s episode, we dive into the intricacies of state statutory requirements and how they impact construction lenders. Our guest is Sean Faries, the CEO and founder of Land Gorilla. We discuss the importance of understanding state requirements, balancing risk, and minimizing borrower friction in the lending process. Sean also discusses a valuable resource from Land Gorilla, the State Compliance Library, designed to provide lenders with essential information on lien waivers, construction laws, and more. Whether you’re a construction lender or simply interested in the topic, this episode is full of valuable insights and expert advice.

In today’s episode, we dive into the intricacies of state statutory requirements and how they impact construction lenders. Our guest is Sean Faries, the CEO and founder of Land Gorilla. We discuss the importance of understanding state requirements, balancing risk, and minimizing borrower friction in the lending process. Sean also discusses a valuable resource from Land Gorilla, the State Compliance Library, designed to provide lenders with essential information on lien waivers, construction laws, and more. Whether you’re a construction lender or simply interested in the topic, this episode is full of valuable insights and expert advice.