Monthly Archives: May 2022

This Space-Maximizing Amazon Find Clears the Clutter Around Your Sink — and It’s on Sale for Less Than $10

May 24, 2022 |

A space-saving, sink storage solution we didn’t know we needed. READ MORE…

Lenders see appraisal modernization as a top priority

May 24, 2022 |

A Fannie Mae survey published in mid-May found that mortgage lenders see value in appraisal modernization, specifically in the implementation of non-traditional appraisals and inspection-based appraisal waivers. However, they have several more pressing priorities when it comes to what they’re investing in. Out of 200 senior mortgage executives surveyed, who represent 188 lending institutions, 94% […more]

Brush Up on Your Growing Skills With a Beginner Gardener Workshop Series From GrowNYC

May 24, 2022 |

If your garden dreams are bigger than your actual green skillset, a series of workshops aimed at the beginner gardener may help you gain some confidence before you pull on those garden gloves. From Tuesday, May 31 to Friday, June 3, GrowNYC is offering four interactive online workshops to inspire good… Read More > The […more]

I Use This $5 Grocery Store Shortcut in Everything from Salads to Sandwiches

May 24, 2022 |

It saves so much time. READ MORE…

TikTok Merged Two Aesthetics Together, Calling It “Grandmaximalist”

May 24, 2022 |

It’s Grandmillennialism meets Maximalism. READ MORE…

Fritz Kaegi Finally Fixed Cook County’s Broken Property Tax System

May 24, 2022 |

I’ve never been impressed with any of Illinois’ politicians but Fritz Kaegi, the Cook County Assessor since 2018, is the exception to that rule. He inherited a seriously broken system from Joe Berrios and has completely turned it around. I believe the end result will be extremely good news for Chicago homeowners who need to […more]

How lenders can improve business models in 2022

May 24, 2022 |

As 2022 proves to be a challenging year for the housing market, lenders are looking to take advantage of potential downtime by improving their internal processes. HousingWire recently spoke with James Deitch, CEO of Teraverde, about the changes lenders can make to their business models in order to remain profitable. HousingWire: Between interest rate hikes, […more]

He Won the Lottery for an Affordable Apartment, After Years of Trying

May 24, 2022 |

Josh Bianchi visited New York City from Michigan in the fourth grade, and he was hooked. Then he found out how difficult it could be to live in the city.

Post-Modern Co-op With Two Bedrooms, Private Garden, Office in Boerum Hill Asks $1.5 Million

May 24, 2022 |

In a late 1980s addition to a 19th century carriage house, this two-bedroom duplex has an open-plan double-height living area as well as an office and nicely landscaped private backyard. Located at 95 Wyckoff Street in Boerum Hill, the unit has a modern feel with white walls softened by expanses… Read More > The post […more]

Indecomm’s GeniusWorks targets middle-office costs

May 24, 2022 |

Indecomm Global Services, a New Jersey-based mortgage automation and services provider, aims to court more lenders through its new automation-enabled origination solution, GeniusWorks, which is intended to cut the cost of middle-office origination functions: set-up, processing and underwriting. GeniusWorks operates in conjunction with Indecomm’s suite of automation solution softwares to take loan files at set-up […more]