First Name
Steven
State Arkansas
First Name
Steven
Last Name
Blackwood
Are you a...
Agent
State
Arkansas
City
Little Rock
My Profile
Principal Broker and REO Team Leader of The Blackwood Team of Woman Owned Business Enterprise with small business certification, Director of Arkansas REO Network, and NRBA Master Broker, Arkansas and Certified Real Estate Expert Steven Blackwood is nationally recognized in the real estate and mortgage finance arena as a “problem solver. Known especially for excellence in his ability to accurately assess any situation, even the most difficult challenges faced in the real estate market. His knowledge and experience in real estate, mortgage finance perfectly positions Blackwood to provide introductions and understanding of the Default Servicing process. Steven’s passionate pursuit to ‘help others’ is clearly visible as he describes the options and opportunities available through Alternative Disposition and Housing Retention programs, including those provided through the recent National Mortgage Settlement. Certified by the Arkansas State Board of Private Career Education, Steven Blackwood provides opportunities for attendees to receive progressive credit hours (continuing educations or CE) for Arkansas real estate agents and brokers. He volunteers to support diversity, community outreach, non-profit, neighborhood stabilization, investment groups, commissions, municipalities and individuals on commercial and residential projects. He provides information and recommendations regarding real estate planning, development and zoning issues throughout the state of Arkansas. Given the opportunity, Steven Blackwood is completely committed to provide the best real estate services available. He will earn your trust, confidence and future business with over 20 years of real estate experience: new home construction, mortgage finance, repair / remodel / complete rehab, neighborhood planning and development, property management, strategic workouts, foreclosure prevention, housing retention, short sales, commercial and residential brokerage sales and REO services. Steven Blackwood will become your most valuable resource in Arkansas. Certifications & Affiliations ! NRBA Master Broker - Arkansas ! Certified Real Estate Expert ! National Association of Women Business Owner (NAWBO) ! NAHREP, National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals ! Woman Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) ! Small Business Certified ! Fannie Mae Direct Broker ! NLB (Neighborhood Listing Broker) for HUD Contractors: HUD Pemco, First Preston HT (HomeTelos), and AMRE Matt Martin ! Vendor Resource Management (VRM) University Certified ! Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) ! Certified Investor Agent Specialist (CIAS) ! Five Star FORCE REO Certified ! REO Best Practices, Advanced Evaluations ! Open Door Institute, State Director and Elite Professional ! HUD Selling Broker Certification, Single Family Acquired Asset Management System (SAMS) ! Foreclosure.com CSSA Certified Short Sale Agent & CFA Certified Foreclosure Agent ! EQUATOR Platinum Certified ! REO Network.com ! RES.NET AMP and ResNet Certifications ! Certified Foreclosure Agent (CFA) ! Short Sale Certified: Green River Financial, A division of Green River Capital ! REO Broker.com ! DS Pros.com ! REO4Kids.com ! REONetwork.com ! RDCPro & Default School ! Platinum REO, Founding Member ! Certified Housing Retention Consultant ! National Association of Short Sales Professionals (NASSPros) ! NAREB, National Association of Real Estate Brokers ! Founding President — Habitat for Humanity Lonoke County Chapter ! National Association of Realtors (NAR), Arkansas Realtors Association (ARA), North Pulaski Board of Realtors, Hot Springs Board of Realtors, Little Rock Board of Realtors, Rogers Board of Realtors ! Better Business Bureau (BBB) ! Arkansas REO Network – Founder and Director ! Home Steps Selling Agent ! Regular attendance all Default Servicing & REO Conferences including but not limited to Five Star, REOMAC, CDPE Momentum, REO Expo and other various training events including VRM University REO Experience ! Principal Broker and REO Team Leader of the Blackwood Team, Real Estate Professionals ! Manage and market REO properties for Fannie Mae, FNMA, and HUD Contractors: HUD- PEMCO, First Preston HT (HomeTelos), AMRE, Matt Martin, and an array of other clients. ! Proactive oversight of more than 4,000 real estate transactions for successful on-time closings with minimal fallout. ! Certified real estate instructor with extensive knowledge and experience in real estate and mortgage finance providing training and education across Arkansas to broker’s agents in Default Servicing, Housing Retention and Alternative Disposition options and opportunities. Community Outreach Events on Neighborhood Stabilization programs, HUD Approved Housing Counseling, Rules and Regulations of the State Real Estate Commission, Government Policies, Public Agencies and all aspects of real estate and mortgage lending including state specific laws on Valuations (BPO), Tenant Rights, Peaceful Possession, Eviction, Cash for Keys (CFK), Financial Relocation Assistance (FRA) and important topics as requested. Services Offered ! REO Excellence ! Rock Solid Valuations ! Certified Real Estate Expert ! Accredited Trainer for Arkansas Real Estate professionals certified by the Arkansas State Board of Private Career Education ! Community Outreach events and presentations promoting Home Ownership Opportunities ! Neighborhood stabilization efforts with non-profit groups and HUD approved housing counselors. ! Cradle to grave REO ! Accurate and timely Valuations and Broker Price Opinions (BPO) with comprehensive, collaborative Neighborhood Stabilization efforts with a diverse group of HUD approved housing counselors and non- profit agents. ! Clear and concise reporting on Values Repair Options and confident marketing strategy recommendations ! Occupancy Checks ! Know Your Options (KYO) Notices, Explanation, and Negotiation Services Offered (Continued) ! Cash-for-keys (CFK) / Financial Relocation Assistance (FRA) Negotiations ! Tenant in Place (TIP) Management and Marketing ! Property Management, including utilities, emergency repairs and rental agreements for Tenants in Place as needed per client or contractor ! Network of Contractors and competitive estimates and quality repairs from licensed contractors ! Buyer Outreach Events promoting Home Ownership and for First Time Home Buyer Opportunities ! Accurate assessment of Broker Scope of Repairs and Estimates ! Monthly Status Reports (MSR) timely provided with detailed summary of market activity that warrants any revision to previous recommendations, if any. ! Extensive, Comprehensive and Proven Marketing Success. Proven track record selling REO properties. Consistently selling more homes than any other broker in Arkansas. Including, but not limited to multiple MLS for complete coverage, Internet with complete syndication to thousands of sites for complete internet saturation, company websites, flyers, print media, open houses, e-mail drop campaigns, signs, sign riders, special financing, incentive promotions, postcards, neighborhood notices, statewide broker / agent network via ArkansasREO.net, and more ! Home Ownership events providing prospecting buyers with training, tools and resources on mortgage programs, local grants, neighborhood stabilization programs (NSP), financial assistance programs, and special funding for first time buyers and owner occupant purchasers ! Investor Training (Certified Investor Agent Specialist – CIAS) ! Convenient communications providing direct access for Asset Managers to Broker and other knowledgeable and experienced individuals who play critical roles within our REO Team. ! Property Owners Association (POA) and HOA research, details and database ! MLS Coverage throughout Arkansas to provide maximum exposure to each and every property with inclusion of that most properly suited for the area of each subject ! HUD Training on Successfully Selling HUD Homes ! Default Servicing Training on the options and opportunities provided through Alternative Dispositions Programs ! Training and support to other brokers and agents on the Default Services process