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.! Principal Broker and REO Team Leader of the Blackwood Team, Real Estate Professionals! 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.