ARE Asset Management, Miami, has launched two offshore investment funds registered in Tortola, British Virgin Islands, with the aim of making income-producing and opportunistic investments in the U.S. residential and commercial real estate credit markets. "Although turbulence due to the repricing of subprime adjustable-rate mortgages may continue, the U.S. real estate market has stabilized somewhat, producing some unique circumstances," said Jeffrey Kirsch, managing principal of ARE. "Given today's prevailing interest rate scenario, a U.S. real estate portfolio based upon accurate appraisals and aggressive loan servicing has the potential to yield above-average returns."
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Markets are still pricing in an increase in the federal funds rate later this month, but Federal Reserve Gov. Michael Barr said his vote will depend on incoming unemployment and inflation data.
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The nation's largest homebuilder is fending off accusations that it misled home buyers on their escrow estimates and saddled them with steep increases.
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Also, South River Mortgage appointed Tyler Plack as its next CEO, while First American Home Warranty welcomed Jason Gritters as its chief revenue officer.
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A continuing resolution to fund the government through mid-December would prevent the White House from blocking grants — including some in the banking sector — to states and municipalities that voted against President Donald Trump.
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Bank of America Securities research shows this sector has had its best year since at least 2017, but some trends in the market point to a need for caution.
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