Housing Wire

MARCH 27, 2025

“After 28 years in mortgage technology, I’ve been committed to one goal: helping more Americans achieve homeownership,” FinLocker CEO Henry Cason said in a statement. FinLockers technology lets borrowers securely link financial accounts from 18,000-plus institutions and share verified income and employment data with lenders.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 12, 2025

This is AI meets modern home financing and its transforming the way people buy homes, Lane Hornung , co-founder and CEO of zavvie, said in a statement. This is AI meets modern home financing and its transforming the way people buy homes, Lane Hornung , co-founder and CEO of zavvie, said in a statement.

Finance

Housing Wire

MARCH 31, 2025

Mr. Cooper did about $23 billion in originations last year, according to Inside Mortgage Finance data. Rocket projects $400 million in pre-tax cost savings from streamlining operations, corporate expense and technology investments. billion , is paying an equity value of $9.4 That’s one out of every six mortgages in America.

Finance

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 5, 2024

While emerging technology helps to fill part of the gap , even that element faces shortfalls. However, availability of such technological advances is unbalanced especially in rural areas , and privacy concerns exist. By 2034, Americans ages 65 and older will outnumber those under the age of 18 for the first time in U.S.

Technology

Housing Wire

JULY 1, 2025

By bringing Flyhomes’ consumer technology under the Real umbrella, we’re combining the best in real estate innovation to deliver a seamless, AI-powered experience —designed around people—for both agents and consumers,” Tamir Poleg , the chairman and CEO of Real, said in a statement.

Technology

Housing Wire

JULY 18, 2025

The report suggests that this technology “cuts through information noise, providing targeted, digestible guidance that simplifies complex financial decisions.” More than half (53%) of all respondents said they never received personal finance education in school. Only 40% of respondents said they trust banks — a sharp drop from 61.5%

Loan Officer

Housing Wire

JANUARY 3, 2025

But in the immediate interim, housing developers must invest in technologies , like modular construction, to dramatically extend the resiliency and life of their buildings. As it stands, the best way to move closer towards a circular, make-use-reuse housing economy, is to build longer lasting, climate resilient buildings.

Development

Housing Wire

MAY 8, 2025

Tamir Poleg, chairman and CEO of The Real Brokerage , closed out the prepared remarks section of his firms first-quarter 2025 earnings call by addressing the transformative technological era the industry is currently operating in. Real is a real estate technology company that is differentiated in our industry. million a year ago.

Technology

Housing Wire

APRIL 3, 2025

In mortgage finance and real estate , the only constant is change. From fluctuating interest rates and evolving regulations to technological disruptions and shifting consumer demands, mortgage leaders today face unprecedented volatility and complexity. This ongoing flux demands adaptive, resilient, and deeply principled leadership.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 10, 2025

Legacy Group Capital on Tuesday at HousingWire’s The Gathering announced the expansion of its suite of consumer financing solutions. Its expanded solutions include: Buy-Before-You-Sell: Enables homeowners to purchase a new home before selling their current one, with flexible bridge financing that removes timing pressure.

Finance

Housing Wire

MAY 14, 2025

BOK Financial recently announced the launch of its new mortgage finance line of business, a new vertical dedicated to meeting the credit needs of nonbank mortgage originators across the country. The addition of mortgage finance will create a full-service ecosystem tailored to the needs of the company’s client base.

Finance

Housing Wire

MARCH 10, 2025

Together, we will improve the experience by connecting traditionally disparate steps of the search and financing process with leading technology that removes friction, reduces costs and increases value to American homebuyers. billion in equity. The deal is projected to boost Rockets adjusted earnings per share by late 2026.

Purchase and sale agreement

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 28, 2024

We recommend investing in three key aspects of your customer acquisition strategy to ensure you have the technology, people and operational workflows needed as rates change and volumes increase. This is why it’s critical to have the tools and processes in place to nimbly react to and capitalize on market shifts as they happen.

Loan Officer

Housing Wire

JULY 21, 2025

Their finances and documentation may be complex, but their incomes are often more robust than traditional profiles. mortgage market is undergoing a tectonic shift, and Non-Qualified Mortgage (Non-QM) lending is at the epicenter of this transformation. The workforce has evolved.

Lending

Housing Wire

MARCH 4, 2025

In the meantime, states, RON providers and those putting the technology to use have stepped up to create a well-functioning status quo in the absence of federal guidelines, according to William Kooper, vice president of state government affairs and regulatory policy with the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA).

Title

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The rule applies existing protections for residential mortgages to borrowers who seek PACE loans to upgrade or renovate their homes through clean energy technology. PACE loans which are often used to finance environmentally minded renovations, like the addition of solar panels have led to financial instability for some borrowers.

Loans

Housing Wire

MARCH 4, 2025

Top five reverse mortgage lender Finance of America (FOA) announced on Tuesday the hiring of two new executive leaders to modernize the companys digital and customer experience strategies. “These executive appointments are crucial for Finance of Americas objective to redefine the reverse mortgage experience.

Technology

Housing Wire

MARCH 31, 2025

There’s the origination process, which is all of the financing, title closing, and then servicing, where they essentially develop a lifetime relationship. They’ve built great technology on a massive scale. There is the potential for significant revenue growth depending on mortgage rates. Mr. Cooper is an amazing company.

Technology

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Digital mortgage exchange platform and loan aggregator MAXEX announced on Tuesday the hiring of mortgage technology veteran Daniel Wallace as its new chief operating officer. Bill Decker, MAXEX president and co-founder, highlighted Wallace’s expertise in mortgage technology as a valuable asset for the company. “The U.S.

Technology

Housing Wire

MARCH 7, 2025

The measure would train bank tellers and other bank employees; investment brokers and advisers; and others dealing with the finances of older New Yorkers, in how to spot exploitation, Newsday reported. Kathy Hochul (D) wants to see her states Legislature address it more directly. The chapter issued a letter on Feb.

Banks

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Better Home & Finance Holding Co., The goal is to combine Better’s AI technology with NEO’s local loan expertise to increase market reach, especially in the purchase mortgage segment. the parent of digital lender Better , reported a net loss of $54.1 million in the third quarter of 2024 during an earnings call on Tuesday.

Mortgages

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Industries like retail, banking, transportation and food service have undergone massive digital transformation in recent years by leveraging new technologies to enhance consumer experience. All of these factors make it crucial for property managers to boost resident experience and stand out in the market with resident-facing technology.

Property Management

Housing Wire

JANUARY 22, 2025

Online real estate marketplace Auction.com announced Wednesday that it is launching SmartSale, a technology-powered option to foreclosure that lets distressed homeowners list and sell their property. SmartSale allows homeowners to sell their homes through direct offers from buyers or an auction process.

Proof of funds

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 23, 2024

A survey from mortgage technology firm Cloudvirga , conducted in September, gathered insights from more than 1,000 millennial and Gen Z respondents, the majority of whom were first-time buyers under the age of 40. About 58% of respondents still relied on loan officers to guide them through the process.

Mortgages

Housing Wire

JULY 11, 2025

Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director Bill Pulte announced the move in a social media post. Westcor Land Title Insurance Co. is now the second title vendor taking part in Fannie Mae ‘s title insurance waiver pilot program. Doma was the first title insurance firm to take part in the program.

Title

Housing Wire

MAY 21, 2025

“Our technology eliminates the tedious ‘stare and compare’ work of analyzing bank statements while enhancing fraud detection and ensuring consistency across underwriting decisions,” said Paul Gigliotti , chief growth officer at Prudent AI. These interviews have been edited for length and clarity.

Mortgages

Housing Wire

APRIL 28, 2025

billion in annual originations and could benefit from Rockets technology and scale to improve its financial performance. While the companies remain quiet on their plans, some Bay Equity employees arent waiting for answerstheyre already looking for new jobs. They will be a great fit. The RocketRedfin deal is expected to close in Q2 or Q3.

Loan Officer

Housing Wire

JUNE 12, 2025

Kobetz, a lifelong Mendocino County resident, transitioned into real estate in 2017 after a career in his family’s motorsports dealership, where he developed sales and finance experience. As part of Century 21, he and his team will gain access to the brand’s technology tools, marketing platform, training and lead generation systems. “My

Branding

Housing Wire

JULY 25, 2025

Welcome back to Tech Pulse — HousingWire ‘s weekly series rounding up the latest in technology news, including tools, integrations and trends that impact mortgage and real estate. The real estate portal space may look static, but behind the scenes, mergers like Rocket’s acquisition of Redfin are shaking up the status quo.

Mortgages

Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2025

Technology is part of the story. Consumers purchase homes, but Compass touts its technology among prospective real estate agents. Technology is the lubricant that increases that flow. Among publicly traded companies, Compass has done technology development and implementation better than most of its peers.

Brokerage

Housing Wire

MAY 29, 2025

Still, the overall subservicing space has been relatively static in recent years, said Walter Mullen, chief strategy officer at Onity Group , the parent company of PHH Mortgage (the seventh-largest subservicer in 2024, according to Inside Mortgage Finance). Cooper while other clients are reportedly reassessing their own positions.

Mortgages

Housing Wire

MAY 27, 2025

This also applies to technology. Preparing for the summer season typically a peak period in most real estate markets requires strategic planning and a keen focus on the client experience. Spring is a good time to ensure your tech platforms are optimized. I also encourage my team to be both well-informed and well-rested as summer approaches.

Marketing

Housing Wire

MARCH 11, 2025

Milestone, the largest brokerage in Massachusetts over the past three years, said the companies will be able to combine Willow’s top-drawer proprietary technology platform with Milestone’s federal registration and state licensing footprint. “With this technology , we’re going to be able to flip the script.

Loans

Housing Wire

JANUARY 22, 2025

By leveraging AI technology, we are making buying a home more accessible and achievable for everyone. With this intuitive platform, we will remove traditional barriers for homebuyers through instant offers, AI-powered financing and Verified Approval Letters.

Staging

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Digital processes and getting out of the dark ages In a statement to RMD, Finance of America (FOA) president Kristen Sieffert spoke about the priorities the company is pursuing in the new year, stemming from identified opportunities. Some challenges remain, with mortgage rates being chief among them.

Mortgages

Housing Wire

JANUARY 28, 2025

Apollo orchestrated this transaction and now our partnership through Newfi provides the financing needed to grow this business and scale it to a higher level. It’s a complete financing solution that helps us ramp up and scale our production in the BPL sector. Apollo has 16 lending platforms in the U.S.

Residential

Housing Wire

APRIL 30, 2025

Back then, we proudly branded ourselves as one of the first online finance companies with the tagline, “Buy a house with your mouse.” The industry has evolved dramatically, embracing technology, automation, and stricter regulatory frameworks. Stay persistent, keep learning, and have faith in the process.

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