Berkshire Bancorp (OTCMKTS: BERK – Get Rating) and Associated Banc (NYSE: ASB – Get Rating) are both finance companies, but which is the best investment? We’ll compare the two companies based on earnings strength, analyst recommendations, valuation, institutional ownership, dividends, risk and profitability. Volatility and risk Berkshire Bancorp has a …
Read More »Hanover Bancorp, Inc. Announces Closing of IPO
MINEOLA, NY, May 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hanover Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: HNVR) (the “Company”), parent company of Hanover Community Bank, today announced the closing of its initial public offering of ‘ordinary actions . The Company sold 1,275,000 common shares at a public offering price of $21.00 per share. The …
Read More »Comparison between Republic First Bancorp (NASDAQ:FRBK) and FB Financial (NYSE:FBK)
FB Financial (NYSE:FBK – Get Rating) and Republic First Bancorp (NASDAQ:FRBK – Get Rating) are both small cap finance companies, but which company is better? We will compare the two companies based on the strength of their analyst recommendations, earnings, institutional ownership, risk, dividends, valuation and profitability. Analyst Notes This …
Read More »Mortgage rate locks drop amid sharp rate hike
According to reports from Mortgage capital negotiation and Black Knight watch. Total mortgage rate locks by dollar volume fell 5% in April from the previous month, according to MCT’s Monthly Mortgage Locks Volume Indexes report. Compared to the same period last year, the number of rate locks by mortgage volume …
Read More »The Best Mid-Cap Dividend Stocks for 2022
five gold stars Getty Mid-cap dividend stocks are the best deal on the board right now. I like them because lame income investors don’t consider them. They attach to: Large Cap Stocks: For the dividend security. Small cap stocks: For the dividend growth. Meanwhile, many under-the-radar mid-cap stocks are between …
Read More »New Mexico will offer free childcare to most residents
New Mexico will offer free childcare to most residents New Mexico will eliminate the cost of child care for most families through June 2023, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced in a press release. This initiative will apply to families earning up to 400% of the federal poverty level, expanding affordable …
Read More »What this means for a NJ resident
The Federal Reserve is expected to announce a half-point increase in interest rates on Wednesday afternoon, which will drive up mortgage and credit card rates and increase the cost of obtaining a home equity loan. home. According to Rutgers University economist James Hughes, with inflation continuing to rise, the Fed …
Read More »State’s only black female DA announces resolution of decades-old cold case
By Antonio Ray Harvey, California Black Media Contra Costa District Attorney Diana Becton, California’s only black DA, recently joined state Attorney General Rob Bonta and acting Richmond Police Chief Louie Tirona to announce that they identified the man who killed 28-year-old Meekiah Wadley in 1999. In an emotional press conference, …
Read More »How to know if the popular adjustable rate mortgage is right for you
Lifestyle visuals | E+ | Getty Images Adjustable rate mortgages are making a comeback. With interest rates soaring, more and more buyers are turning to ARMs, which offer lower initial rates than fixed-rate loans. However, after a certain period, the ARM rate adjusts to reflect current market conditions. “You have …
Read More »Residential Evictions: What Landlords Need to Know – Landlord and Tenant – Leases
To print this article, all you need to do is be registered or log in to Mondaq.com. As of April 7, 2022 This document is provided for informational purposes only, does not constitute legal advice and does not replace consultation with an attorney on specific facts and circumstances. This document …
Read More »New Jersey single-use plastic bag ban begins May 4
It will be much easier than you think. It won’t matter, we can all survive without a plastic bag. Although it may take some getting used to, banning plastic bags is a good idea. Before you get angry, listen to me… Why is banning plastic bags a good idea? This …
Read More »Cleveland leads the nation in new foreclosure filings
CLEVELAND — New numbers show the nation’s foreclosure rate is on the rise, with Ohio being one of the states with the biggest increase and Cleveland number one among all major cities. ATTOM, parent company of RealtyTrac, the largest online marketplace for foreclosures and distressed properties, released its U.S. foreclosures …
Read More »What’s Up With Cannabis Stocks For The Week Ending 4/22/22 – New Cannabis Ventures
Here are some of this week’s highlights for 420 names on the Investor Guidance List: AAWH has launched adult sales at the Rochelle Park Dispensary in New Jersey. AYRWF announced the launch of the premium flower Kynd in Florida. CCHWF has launched adult use at its two New Jersey locations …
Read More »California attorney general joins coalition to push back on ‘pay to pay’ mortgage fees
Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media (CBM) – Last week, California Attorney General Rob Bonta called on the federal government to ban extra fees that businesses charge homeowners to pay their mortgages. California joins 20 other states and the District of Columbia in this effort. “Some financial service providers …
Read More »Middlesex County digitizes public deeds dating back to 1923
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — If you’re a history buff and researcher, this might be good news for you. The Middlesex County Clerk’s Office has been digitizing public records for almost a century, since 1923. Documents can now be searched and viewed online through NewVision Systems’ official documents system. Digitizing these …
Read More »6 things to consider before moving in retirement
If you’re looking for a new retirement lifestyle, you’re not alone. Of those who bought new homes, 18% were younger baby boomers, aged 56 to 65, and 14% were older baby boomers, aged 66 to 74, according to the trends report. 2021 Generational Home Buyers and Sellers from the National …
Read More »Buyers rush to lock in mortgages as rates move fast and furiously
Mortgage origination activity increased last month despite rapidly rising mortgage rates as potential buyers sought to lock in their loans. According to the Mortgage Monitor monthly report from Black Knight. While in-cash refinance activity, which has been somewhat isolated due to strengthening home values, rose only 1.6% in March from …
Read More »Want to know more about money? The state is launching a new platform to help.
Whether you want to save money for retirement, pay off college debt, or improve your credit score, New Jersey says it wants to help. As part of National Financial Literacy Month, the state is launching a free financial wellness platform called NJ FinLit. It will be available to all adult …
Read More »Average down payment on a house
Conventional wisdom dictates that buyers must put down at least 20% down payment to be successful in buying a home. While it is true that some properties may require such a change from the start, 20% is hardly the do or die requirement that it once was. Many low and …
Read More »March Reverse Mortgage Volume Hits Highest Monthly Total in Over 10 Years, HMBS Issuance Remains Healthy
Those who follow the regular performance metrics of the reverse mortgage industry know that 2021 volume was pushed higher by a record December. What followed in January actually managed to reach even higher, before a slight decline occurred in February. In March, however, industry activity hit a level not seen …
Read More »Peapack-Gladstone Financial Cor – Consensus Indicates 12.0% Upside Potential
Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corporation with ticker code (PGC) now have 4 analysts covering the stock. Analyst consensus points to a buy rating. The range between the target price high and the target price low is between 43.75 and 37 calculating the average target price we see 39.44. Together with the stock’s …
Read More »Americans will get $87.3 million in rent assistance – find out if you qualify
MANY Americans are set to receive a portion of the $87.3 million earmarked for rental assistance. New Jersey has already distributed $625 million in federal emergency rental assistance funds. 1 This rental assistance program comes after New Jersey has already distributed $625 million The state is now receiving an additional …
Read More »The passion of 964 Park Place
Ida and Ephraim Robinson both grew up in the Deep South; Ephraim and his family fled Alabama after his father was lynched. The couple met swing dancing at the Savoy Ballroom in Harlem, got married and bought the house in Park Place. Ephraim then prospered as a businessman, selling dental …
Read More »Tenants can be in line for $53 million in stimulus aid — but at a state’s expense
Image source: Getty Images Funds for rent relief are always available. But that’s partly because some states are seeing their aid withdrawn. Key points The federal government is reallocating rent relief funds to states that need the most help. In doing so, it takes funds away from states that have …
Read More »Rise in delinquencies in early February leads to first increase in delinquent mortgages in nine months; Lockdown begins to drop 24% after January peak
Although delinquent loans increased slightly (+1.8%) in February, the national delinquency rate remains close to pre-pandemic levels heading into March, which typically sees strong seasonal performance improvements February’s increase was driven by a 97,000 rise in early-stage delinquencies – which nonetheless remain well below pre-pandemic levels At the same time, …
Read More »Epoch Financial Group Appoints Katerina Dimitratos as Chief Operating Officer
Katerina will lead the group’s strategic efforts to improve every aspect of the business, from sales and marketing, to finance, operations and technology innovation. “Shortly after hiring Katerina as Chief Strategy Officer of Epoch Financial Group in January 2021, I could see the immediate measurable impact she had on our …
Read More »Residential Evictions: What Landlords Need to Know – March 2022 | Lowenstein Sandler LLP
As of March 21, 2022 This document is provided for informational purposes only, does not constitute legal advice and does not replace consultation with an attorney on specific facts and circumstances. This material is not a solicitation, and your use of this material does not create any attorney-client relationship between …
Read More »Mortgage veterans Mack Dadyan and Larry Colangelo join NFM Lending in Medford Lakes, NJ
NFM Lending was the obvious choice… Their desire to grow with the loan originator and provide them with the technology resources and tools to handle market changes was the separating factor. Linthicum, MD, March 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mortgage lending veterans Mack Dadyan and Larry Colangelo announced today that …
Read More »MIAC puts $1.1 billion in Ginnie Mae loans up for sale
Mortgage Industry Advisory Corp. put up $1.1 billion in Ginnie Mae-backed non-performing mortgages for sale, its second such offering this year. Nearly half, or 49%, of the entire pool comes from six states of California, New York, Florida, Texas, Maryland and New Jersey. The weighted average coupon rate is 4.145%. …
Read More »Here’s what you need to know about managing your debts in retirement
Most Americans have debt, whether it’s student loans, a mortgage, a credit card, or a car loan. But what happens to debt management when you are retired or close to retirement? While many Americans were able to pay off some of their debt at the start of the pandemic when …
Read More »7 reliable big-name financial stocks to buy
There is no doubt that the current economic transition from low and slow (interest rates and growth) to fast and furious is wreaking havoc on the stock market. But that doesn’t mean financial stocks will pay the price. The fact is that financial stocks – at least good ones – …
Read More »Court considers potentially historic NJ school segregation case
“The main reason we are where we are is because we have very high housing segregation,” said Elise Boddie, a law professor at Rutgers Law School and founder of The Inclusion Project at Rutgers. “Because we have a state law that more or less requires students to attend the school …
Read More »These 3 Housing Markets at Highest Risk of COVID-Related Downturn, Says ATTOM Report
Some housing markets are at higher risk of a downturn than others in the United States, as homeowners owe more on their homes than they are worth, and incomes are used to pay a higher percentage of housing costs. (iStock) Three states have housing markets at highest risk of downturn …
Read More »The US Cost of ‘Defending Freedom’ in Ukraine
Americans might be tempted to view the war in Ukraine as an unfortunate but distant crisis. As an economist, I know the world is too connected for the United States to be unaffected. On February 22, 2022, President Joe Biden warned Americans that a Russian invasion of Ukraine — and …
Read More »Oversight agency tells NJ to get lost in ongoing legal battle over who will control docks
Like a bad marriage breakup, New Jersey – which plans to end its nearly 70-year relationship with New York over the watchdog agency that has long monitored the area’s docks and piers on the waterfront de mer – began work on the division of property. In a five-page letter, Governor …
Read More »New Jersey’s vast racial wealth gap is no accident | Opinion
By Andrea McChristian More than fifty years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. spoke to us of the Two Americas: “One America is… overflowing with the milk of prosperity and the honey of opportunity. In “the other America”, Dr. King said, “millions of people … find themselves perishing on a …
Read More »Average National Property Tax Default Rate Declines in 2021, CoreLogic Reports | Your money
IRVINE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–February 23, 2022– CoreLogic, a leading global provider of property insights, analytics and data solutions, today released its Property Tax Delinquency Report, which analyzes changes in national and state property tax arrears. Annual data for 2021 shows an average national crime rate of 5.9%, down 0.4% from the …
Read More »Bertram Alexander Obituary (1936 – 2022) – Minneapolis, MN
Bertram “Bert” Alexander, born August 1, 1936 in Brooklyn NY died peacefully in Saint Louis Park, MN on February 18, 2022Born and raised by a loving family in Brooklyn, he was a true New York character through and through. He loved life, his family, in fact he loved everyone – …
Read More »Wall Street records second consecutive losing week
Stocks capped a week of volatile trading on Wall Street with a large selloff on Friday that left the major indexes with their second consecutive weekly loss. The selling lost some momentum in the afternoon but intensified again in the final hour of trading. The S&P 500 and the Dow …
Read More »Typical home value exceeds $1 million in 481 cities: Zillow
Many businesses featured on Money advertise with us. The opinions are our own, but the compensation and extensive research determines where and how businesses can appear. Learn more about how we earn money. More and more homes in the United States are worth $1 million – or much more. A …
Read More »Can this family get a stake in the big marijuana business?
“We just want to try to take that away.” If approved for what’s called a retail microlicense, the three-generation family – whose members range in age from 31 to 78 – plans to open a roughly 2,500-square-foot store filled with a range of cannabis-based products. The store has a name, …
Read More »Maine man caught in New Jersey with gun and 25 pounds of marijuana
A New Vineyard, Maine man was arrested on multiple counts in Fort Lee, New Jersey with a “ghost” weapon and more than 25 pounds of pot. Who was arrested and what is a “Ghost Gun?” Carleton E. Dixon, 40, was in his black Chevrolet Silverado in Fort Lee, New Jersey, …
Read More »Wendy Williams says the bank blocked her on accounts worth millions. Bank: It is exploited.
Wendy Williams spent months away from her talk show for health reasons. Now she says her bank, Wells Fargo, is blocking her access to accounts containing millions of dollars, People reports. Williams claimed in a New York court filing that the bank blocked her from the accounts for more than …
Read More »Delinquencies finally drop to pre-pandemic levels as revenues rise
CoreLogic links the current mortgage default rate, which is back to pre-pandemic levels, to the growth of national income. The company says the national rate, indicating the percentage of mortgages that are 30 days or more past due or in foreclosure, dropped to 3.6% in November. This is a decline …
Read More »Peapack-Gladstone Financial Cor – Consensus Indicates 5.0% Upside Potential
Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corporation with ticker code (PGC) now have 4 analysts covering the stock with the consensus suggesting a buy rating. The target price ranges between 43.75 and 37 by calculating the average target price we have 39.44. Together with the stock’s previous close at 37.56, this indicates that there …
Read More »HORTON DR INC /DE/ MANAGEMENT REPORT OF FINANCIAL POSITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (Form 10-Q)
The following discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and related notes included in this quarterly report and with our annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2021. Some of the …
Read More »Insurers could get lower rates on liquidity with bills in five states
Many players in the insurance industry may consider the Federal Home Loan Bank as an agency that facilitates affordable home mortgages. The system, founded at the end of the Herbert Hoover administration to support community investment, is that. But it also lends to member insurance companies that may need help …
Read More »Where to put your money when inflation is on the rise: 5 expert tips
Trying to time the markets is often a wild ride. If you need proof, just look at the dot-com meltdown of the 90s or the housing crash of 2008. But react to what you almost know is about to happen? This is called being notified. In December, the Federal Reserve …
Read More »What’s Up With Cannabis Stocks For The Week Ending 1/28/22 – New Cannabis Ventures
Navigate the rapidly changing cannabis industry with 420 Investor, a premium service that sends real-time alerts and explanations of the news below and more. Summary Ohio data indicated an increase in sales The model portfolios of 420 investors have returned -20.3% to -19.3% since the start of the year, while …
Read More »My son doesn’t want a credit card. I think he needs it.
Q. My son is 28, has cash on hand and no credit card. I’m trying to convince him to get a credit card to build credit for a future mortgage. We’re not quite in touch because he has money to pay for things so he doesn’t understand why he needs …
Read More »Housing rebound examined at HGAR event
New York’s resilience and the rebound of the real estate market in the city as well as throughout the Hudson Valley came under scrutiny in a webinar produced by the Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors (HGAR) in the series “Getting the Deal Done”. HGAR CEO Richard Haggerty said: “We ended …
Read More »‘Big boost’ for real estate: Housing market boiling in Cambria-Somerset area, report says | Local News
JOHNSTOWN, PA. – More people put residential properties up for sale in 2021 than the previous year, and buyers seized them, according to a housing market report from the Cambria Somerset Association of REALTORS. New listings were up 25.9% in 2021 compared to 2020, while days on market and months …
Read More »Madison Realty Capital completes 2021 record with $6.4
New York, Jan. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Madison Realty Capital, a vertically integrated real estate private equity firm focused on debt and equity investment strategies, today announced the completion of one of the busiest years in 17-17 year history. Notable highlights for 2021 include: Closed a record total deal …
Read More »Cannabis businesses will face challenges trying to open in CT, experts say
Finding a location will likely be a challenge for those looking to start one of Connecticut’s first recreational cannabis businesses, experts say. Nationwide, federal law is making it harder for cannabis companies to get loans to buy property, and many landlords who have outstanding debts with major lending institutions are …
Read More »Steve Schirripa talks about James Gandolfini and how Jerry Stiller was almost a soprano
STATEN ISLAND, NY – Is George Costanza’s father a soprano? It almost happened. It’s one of the behind-the-scenes secrets you might hear about iconic mob drama “The Sopranos” during the “In Conversation with The Sopranos” live event at the St. George Theater on February 12. “We’re giving you a little …
Read More »What’s Up With Cannabis Stocks For The Week Ending 1/14/22 – New Cannabis Ventures
Navigate the rapidly changing cannabis industry with 420 Investor, a premium service that sends real-time alerts and explanations of the news below and more. Summary Michigan cannabis sales in December were quite strong Model portfolios from 420 investors have returned -5.3% to -1.0% year-to-date, while the Global Cannabis Stock Index …
Read More »nCino Completes Acquisition of Mortgage Software Provider
SimpleNexus, a provider of homeownership software, is officially part of nCino. The Wilmington-based financial institution software company announced Monday that its acquisition of SimpleNexus is complete. The transaction, announced in November, was valued at $ 1.2 billion and consisted of approximately 12.75 million nCino common shares and approximately $ 270 …
Read More »Our View: More Flood Policies May Be Needed, Now More Expensive | Latest titles
Most flood damage occurs outside of the highest risk area where properties are less likely to be insured. These streets of Atlantic City were flooded by a winter storm last February. Edward Lea, personal photographer In October, the National Flood Insurance Program began rolling out new, more realistic pricing for …
Read More »What’s new with cannabis stocks for the week ending 07/01/22 – New Cannabis Ventures
Navigate the rapidly evolving cannabis industry with 420 Investor, a premium service that sends out real-time alerts and explanations on the news below and much more. Summary BDSA data suggests November cannabis sales edged down December was a record month for legal cannabis sales in Illinois 420 model investor portfolios …
Read More »7 signs you can’t trust a door-to-door salesperson
Image source: Getty Images It pays to be wary when making a huge financial commitment. Key points A motivated home seller can find clever ways to cover defects You are responsible for finding out the truth. We are living in what seems like the Wild West of housing markets, with …
Read More »Governor Hochul announces billion dollar small business bailout, bolsters New York’s economic recovery
Governor Hochul announces billion dollar small business bailout, bolsters New York’s economic recovery Skip to main content Your browser does not support iframes Governor Hochul announces billion dollar small business bailout, bolsters New York’s economic recovery New tax credit will provide relief for small businesses with COVID-related capital expenditures Small …
Read More »Federal: International fugitive admits role in $ 30 million mortgage fraud in NJ
A loan officer at a New Jersey mortgage company who had been an international fugitive for several years admitted to his role in a long-standing large-scale scam that cost lenders more than $ 30 million, said authorities. Isaac DePaula, 41, and a group of conspirators ended the scheme through a …
Read More »The motley madman | Nvdaily
Ask the fool Why is my stock going down? Q: A stock I bought has gone down and I don’t see any explanation in the news. What’s up? – TG, Billings, Montana A: Individual stocks, like the stock market as a whole, do not move in a straight line. Over …
Read More »Residential Evictions: What Homeowners Need to Know – December 2021 | Lowenstein Sandler LLP
As of December 30, 2021 This document is for informational purposes only, is not intended as legal advice, and is not a substitute for consulting a lawyer on specific facts and circumstances. This document does not constitute a solicitation, and your use of this document does not create an attorney-client …
Read More »Should soaring property taxes push you to move?
Rising property taxes can be a major burden on homeowners. When should I stop paying them? When my husband and I bought our home about 12 years ago, we knew there might be a day when our property taxes would equal or exceed our mortgage payment. And of course, that …
Read More »New faces and new programs at Roger Page ski school
Roger Page Ski & Ride School in Saddleback has new programs and new faces. I spoke to one of these new faces last weekend and I think the classes are a great idea for so many people I know, including myself. Ally Kaiser from New Jersey and Maddy Murphy from …
Read More »Attorney General Bonta: FHA Must Require Mortgage Agents To Take Positive Action To Help Distressed Homeowners Access Critical Relief | State of California – Department of Justice
OAKLAND – California Attorney General Rob Bonta today, as part of a multi-state coalition, urged the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) to address mortgage agent failure to adequately implement the agency’s COVID-19 recovery option. If an eligible homeowner with an FHA insured loan cannot make their monthly mortgage payments due to …
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Holdings reached (NASDAQ: UPST) was one of the biggest stock stories of the year. It made a lukewarm start in December 2020, but it exploded with the new year and gained 242% this year through Friday’s close. It’s a far cry from its highs, but it’s still a huge payoff …
Read More »Garage converted from group home becomes flashpoint in historic Morristown
By Marion Filler A garage converted to a group home in historic Morristown was disputed Wednesday by neighbors who claim it threatens the character of the neighborhood by violating its single-family zoning. The city’s zoning council heard about an hour of virtual testimony from Nate Diskint, executive director of Cohome …
Read More »Loan Officer Admits To Participating In Large Scale Mortgage Fraud Scheme | USAO-NJ
NEWARK, NJ – A loan officer at a mortgage company today admitted his role in a long-standing, large-scale mortgage fraud scheme, acting U.S. lawyer Rachael A. Honig said. Isaac DePaula, 41, pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Esther Salas of the Newark Federal Court to Count 1 of an indictment …
Read More »NJ man sentenced to over 2 years in prison for Covid rescue fraud
A New Jersey man who stole hundreds of thousands of dollars from Covid relief funds – in part by forging a US government check for $ 1,886.87 to read $ 211,886.87 – was sentenced this week to more than two years in prison and ordered to reimburse the money. Bernard …
Read More »Middlesex Man Sentenced to 30 Months in Jail for Paycheck Protection Program and Obtaining Funds from Stolen and Altered US Treasury Checks | USAO-NJ
TRENTON, NJ – A man in Middlesex County, New Jersey was sentenced today to 30 months in prison for fraudulently receiving Payment Protection Program (P3) funds and depositing a stolen US Treasury check and tampered with, Acting Prosecutor Rachael A. Honig announced today. Bernard Lopez, 40, had already pleaded guilty …
Read More »Gas prices will soon drop below $ 3 a gallon: government forecast
Relief is finally on its way for motorists who are fed up with rising gasoline prices. This year’s spike in pump prices finally appears to be over, and a new government report predicts gasoline prices will drop well below $ 3 in the new year. The US Energy Information Administration …
Read More »Landlords Beware: Revised Rent Control Law Still in Force
HB-116 will be a referendum on whether Illinois lawmakers choose to support working class tenants or the wealthy corporate real estate lobby, with small landlords caught in the middle. 6-Dec-21 ?? The battle between tenant advocacy groups and Chicago apartment owners is far from over, with a proposal for ?? …
Read More »Mortgage rates today, December 4th and rate forecasts for next week
Today’s Mortgage and Refinance Rates Average mortgage rates edged down yesterday. Overall, they fell this week, as I predicted. But I was lucky. And mortgage rates are inherently unpredictable at present. They depend to a large extent on data regarding the Omicron variant of COVID-19. And these are only beginning …
Read More »Glen Rock Savings Bank becomes Ascendia Bank
The Bank’s new name and corporate identity have been created to better reflect a larger geographic footprint and an expanded portfolio of products and services December 2, 2021 Glen Rock Savings Bank has officially been renamed Ascendia Bank. The new name and branding are not linked to any new ownership …
Read More »The smart way to lend money to family and friends
FFinancial experts will tell you to avoid borrowing money from family and friends. And for good reason. Even the healthiest, strongest relationships can give way to the financial problems it can cause. At the same time, in times of financial hardship, there might not be a better place to turn …
Read More »Ion Bank and Lincoln 1st Bank announce merger agreement
Receive instant alerts for news on your actions. Claim your 1-week free trial for Street Insider Premium here. Ion Bank to expand its footprint in New Jersey NAUGATUCK, CT and PINE BROOK, NJ / ACCESSWIRE / November 23, 2021 / Ion Financial, MHC, Connecticut-based, parent company of Ion Bank, and …
Read More »New Jersey Passes Legislation Requiring Removal of Discriminatory Restrictive Covenants in Association Deeds and Documents
On November 8, 2021, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed a law, A-5390 / SB-2861, which requires the removal of discriminatory terms restricting the ownership or use of real estate as prohibited by law against discrimination of all acts registered on or after January 1, 2022, and further requires that …
Read More »States Where Most People Are Late on Mortgage Payments – 24/7 Wall St.
Special report November 18, 2021 12:00 The COVID-19 pandemic and associated lockdowns in 2020 led to over 9 million American workers are losing their jobs. Of those who did not, some suffered pay cuts or had their working hours reduced. This has strained the ability of many Americans to meet …
Read More »Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated: $ 113.5 million financing organized for the Newark office portfolio
MAJ Capital is a nationally recognized development company focused on creating fair and equitable neighborhoods. As a Certified B Corporation®, SHIFT delivers community solutions and programs that maintain and diversify a neighborhood’s character while maximizing long-term affordability and minimizing travel. SHIFT owns and manages over one million square feet of …
Read More »Chilean proptech start-up Houm raises $ 35 million Series A to expand across Latin America
Less than six months after raise $ 8 million In seed funding, Chilean high-tech start-up Houm raised $ 35 million in a Series A round led by Silicon Valley-based venture capital firm Goodwater Capital. Fifth Wall also participated in the funding, with existing funders OneVC, Elad Gil, Liu Jang and …
Read More »Biden administration faces desperate situation to solve economic problems
Illustration: Chen Xia / Global Times American voters have expressed disappointment with President Joe Biden and the Democratic Party he leads, as Democratic candidates in a multitude of American states were pummeled in last Tuesday’s election. The poll results in Virginia and New Jersey, two traditionally blue states that favor …
Read More »Bridget Kelly of Bridgegate Scandal Lives for Bergen County Clerk Seat – NBC New York
Vote in New Jersey on election day? There are of course more than a few critical – and high-profile – races. You choose to stay with the same governor or go another route. The seats in the Senate and the State Assembly are up for grabs. You have a few …
Read More »Should I Consider A Reverse Mortgage For Our Retirement Home?
Q. My wife and I are looking to buy a condo that would be our retirement home. We would be in the process of selling the house we currently live in, which unfortunately still has a considerable mortgage balance – not so much equity. Is a reverse mortgage something we …
Read More »Elmer Bancorp, Inc.Announces Third Quarter 2021 Financial Results
ELMER, New Jersey – (COMMERCIAL THREAD) – ELMER BANCORP, INC. (âElmer Bancorpâ or the âCompanyâ) (OTC Pink: ELMA), the parent company of The First National Bank of Elmer (the âBankâ), reports its operating results for the three and nine months ended 30 September 2021. For the quarter ended September 30, …
Read More »These Rising REITs Point to Sustained Growth in the Cannabis Industry to Come – New Cannabis Ventures
You are reading a copy of this week’s edition of the weekly New Cannabis Ventures newsletter, which we have been publishing since October 2015. The newsletter includes a unique preview to help our readers stay ahead of the curve as well as links to the most important of the week. …
Read More »The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey Announces Partnership in the Department of Justice’s Combatting Redlining Initiative | USAO-NJ
NEWARK – The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey has announced its partnership with the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division as it launches the department’s new anti-redlining initiative. Redlining is an illegal practice in which lenders avoid providing services to people living in communities of …
Read More »New Jersey and Illinois dominate markets most vulnerable to foreclosure
The impact of the pandemic on lockdown risk became more acute in some areas during the third quarter. Even though the number of coronavirus cases is declining, it still poses a “significant threat to the economy, with certain housing markets in pockets of the country remaining at greater risk than …
Read More »Scott D. Stowell appointed to Toll Brothers Board of Directors
Enter Wall Street with StreetInsider Premium. Claim your 1-week free trial here. FORT WASHINGTON, Pa., October 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE: TOL) (tollbrothers.com), the nation’s leading luxury home builder, today announced that Scott D. Stowell has was elected to its Board of Directors effective November 1, …
Read More »Westterra Credit Union Goes Online on Blue Sage’s Digital Lending Platform
Scalable End-to-End Cloud Solution Prepares Credit Union for Future Growth Posted: October 17, 2021 at 7:00 a.m. CDT|Update: 4 hours ago DENVER, October 17, 2021 / PRNewswire / – Westerra Credit Union, a DenverFinancial services community that offers mortgages and other financial products to its members, has announced its posting …
Read More »KBRA assigns preliminary ratings to Velocity Commercial Capital 2021-3
NEW YORK–(COMMERCIAL THREAD) – Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) assigns preliminary ratings to 18 classes of mortgage-backed certificates Velocity Commercial Capital 2021-3 (VCC 2021-3). VCC 2021-3 is a securitization of $ 204.2 million secured by 455 low-balance commercial loans secured by 517 Residential Rental or Commercial Real Estate (CRE) properties. …
Read More »Mortgage default rates close to pre-pandemic levels in the United States
E-mail Sign up for our free weekly newsletter CoreLogic’s latest monthly Loan Performance Analysis Report shows that 4.2% of all mortgages in the United States in July 2021 were at some stage of delinquency (30 days or more past due, including those in foreclosure), which is a decrease from 2.3 …
Read More »Caldwell Fills Technology Positions for Concentra Bank
October 13, 2021 – Drew Railton and Adam Cotterall of Caldwell recently hired Dave Baldarelli as Chief Digital Officer and Wendy Murphy as Chief Technology and Operations Officer at Concentra Bank. Mr. Baldarelli is a motivational leader with a demonstrated ability to guide an organization through innovation and in-depth business …
Read More »Seaside Heights redevelopment accelerates with Boulevard projects
Transformation of Seaside Heights into a family resort Seaside Heights is set to become a family-friendly resort, with several redevelopment projects underway Doug Hood, Asbury Park Press SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Are real estate investors finally discovering Seaside Heights? Asked about the current development, Mayor Anthony Vaz and Mike Loundy, a …
Read More »The market for digital mortgage platforms will explode
A latest intelligence report published by AMA Research with the title “Digital mortgage platform Marlet Outlook to 2026. A detailed study accumulated to offer the latest information on the acute characteristics of the disease. Global Digital mortgage platform Marlet. This report provides a detailed overview of the key drivers of …
Read More »Confusion of eviction seen across the country | Daily News from the Peninsula
TUCSON, Arizona – Chandra Dobbs was stunned when the police officer came to her door with a large package of eviction papers. She thought she had more time. âI didn’t think I was going to be evicted because I asked for money for rent assistance,â Dobbs said a few days …
Read More »COVID Numbers Don’t Tell the Full Story of NJ Schools Outbreaks
New Jersey health officials are reporting an increase in the number of COVID outbreaks in schools, but admit the numbers on the state’s dashboard don’t tell the whole story. The New Jersey Department of Health lists a total of 69 cumulative school epidemics. This represents an increase of 30 new …
Read More »Better enable homebuyers to make cash offers in 12 states
Demonstrating once again that it’s not just about mortgages, Better Holdco Inc. has rolled out a cash offer program to its real estate brokerage clients that has already expanded its business to 45 markets in 12 states in only two months. Better is following in the footsteps of companies like …
Read More »How and why to plan your estate now
Prostock-studio / Shutterstock.com Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on SmartAsset.com. Estate planning has become less of a priority for middle-aged adults, according to a new survey. Americans aged 35 to 54 are for the first time less likely to have a will than people aged 18 to 34, according …
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