December 8, 2025

MBA voices support for proposed cut to community banks’ leverage ratio

Late last month, federal banking regulators proposed lowering the Community Bank Leverage Ratio (CBLR) for qualifying community banks and bank holding companies from 9% to 8% […]
December 8, 2025

Splitero closes $283M HEI securitization with strong investor appetite

Another home equity investment (HEI) securitization is hitting the market, this time issued by financial technology company Splitero in partnership with funds managed by Blue Owl […]
December 8, 2025

He “Stacked” 5 Properties in 6 Years: Now He Lives and Travels for Free!

Most rookies buy rental properties for monthly cash flow or long-term appreciation, but for today’s guest, the enormous tax benefits were the biggest driver. Whether you’re […]
December 8, 2025

Average buyer’s agent commission ticks up under settlement rules

The average U.S. buyer’s agent commission rose modestly in the third quarter, according to a new report from Redfin. Buy-side commissions averaged 2.42% for homes sold […]