Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Through the development of improved and sophisticated systems, protocols and technology, these operations leaders are driving their companies to growth and success. In its 8th year, the HW Insiders program is spotlighting the talented operations professionals who are laying the foundation of success for their organizations.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 21, 2024

Mike Fratantoni , the chief economist and senior vice president of research and industry technology at the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), addressed three major challenges in the housing market during testimony before the U.S. banks in comparison to international standards.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 4, 2022

SitusAMC on Monday announced the launch of its Warehouse Administration Services, “a comprehensive suite of technology-enabled turnkey services” that it says will help warehouse lenders reduce costs by as much as 30%, according to a company-issued news release. What are the building blocks of digital lending? Presented by: Wolters Kluwer.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 28, 2021

The parent company of Veritex Community Bank will acquire a 49% stake in Texas-based mortgage lender Thrive Mortgage , the firms announced late Tuesday afternoon. Veritex is one of Texas’ largest banks, with $8.8 billion purchase of Caliber Home Loans , New York Community Bank ‘s pending $2.6 It posted net income of $31.8

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Housing Wire

APRIL 14, 2022

A seasoned retail and commercial banking salesman in Fort Wayne, Indiana, the 39-year-old Woodward joined Interfirst Mortgage as a loan officer in October 2020 after a recommendation from an old college friend. That was just over 45% of the company’s mix, according to Inside Mortgage Finance. billion volume in 2021, up 33.7%

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Realty Biz

MARCH 15, 2021

While blockchain has already been used in sectors like finance and logistics for many years, the technology is now being leveraged within the real estate sector. Using cryptocurrencies to purchase real estate without using banks has already been happening over the last decade. Image Credit: Unsplash. Intermediaries.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 30, 2022

The title insurance space isn’t generally known for placing outsized bets on technology. We caught up with Hurst to talk about his new role and why the firm is looking to invest in commercial real estate tech startups and mortgage tech firms. The second area we have been focused on is commercial real estate. As of Sept.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 25, 2021

One way to do that is by offering a digital lending process’ that attracts borrowers across all generations, regardless of their credit score and finances. The good news is the technology and data needed to meet growing borrower expectations and stay on par with industry trends are already available.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 5, 2021

The Housing Policy Council has weighed in on the Conference of State Bank Supervisors’ new proposed standards for nonbank mortgage servicers. And now HPC, headed by former Federal Housing Finance Agency President Edward DeMarco, is adding its voice to the comments. “In Achieving touchless mortgage automation.

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Realty Biz

AUGUST 14, 2020

But some commercial real estate professionals say that some aspects of their work have become more challenging, including training new employees and networking. Technology such as video calling and collaboration software has helped many businesses to get work done from people’s homes. “I

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 21, 2020

A 30-year veteran in the consumer finance and mortgage industry, Hilzendeger will be assisting in the company’s growth, responsible for leading the mortgage servicing team and delivering customer experience. Home Point Financial has named Perry Hilzendeger as its president of servicing.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 15, 2024

So why aren’t more commercial real estate (CRE) entities – investors , principals, banks, law firms or developers – seeking the same? Market conditions have certainly trended downward for residential or commercial real estate. Right now, we’re generally seeing more mixed-use developments and multifaceted commercial projects.

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Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

This article was written for FinLedger, HW Media’s new fintech focused news brand designed specifically for financial services professionals in banking, payments, insurance and proptech. In July, DocuSign acquired Austin-based startup Liveoak Technologies for $38 million in an all-stock transaction.

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RIS Media

MARCH 31, 2022

Second Century Ventures, the strategic investment arm of the National Association of REALTORS® and the real estate technology fund, has announced the acceptance of 11 companies to the 2022 REACH UK program. Solutions for the Commercial Sector. Solutions for the Residential Sector.

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Marco Santarelli

APRIL 24, 2024

Imagine trying to plan your finances for the next ten years, but interest rates – those numbers that impact everything from mortgage payments to savings account returns – are a bit of a mystery. Here's what we know: as of April 2024, the Bank of Canada is holding rates steady after a period of hikes aimed at curbing inflation.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

He stressed that is across all facets of the organization, including underwriters for residential mortgage originations and private-label securitizations as well as the firm’s commercial operations. “We A recent report from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York illustrates the explosion of mortgage originations during the past year.

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McKissock

APRIL 3, 2022

In recent news, the first commercial property in New York has been put on the market exclusively for Bitcoin — $29 million dollars worth, to be exact. For buyers and sellers, this means they’ll get more bang for their buck when they save on commissions and fees typically charged by brokers, lawyers, and banks. Marketplace Platforms.

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McKissock

MAY 10, 2023

You may be skilled at marketing, spreadsheets, regression analysis, technology, creating websites, using social media, or managing an office. Traut recommends considering other entry-level and contracting jobs, such as completing quality-control reviews or managing appraisal orders for a bank or an AMC. It’s to uphold the public trust.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 26, 2021

New York Community Bank , one of New York City’s largest multifamily lenders, is set to diversify its business strategy with the acquisition of Michigan-based retail bank Flagstar Bancorp. The bank’s stock price was trading at a 26% discount to book value in late January. according to Inside Mortgage Finance.

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Toronto Realty Blog

MAY 6, 2022

History will show that this was all part of the process in how music went digital, since the technology to copy music came along before the technology to stop people from copying music, and music stores allowed returns even if the plastic-wrap had been taken off the C.D.’s. This was, in its very first form, music piracy.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 12, 2022

According to the loan software firm ICE Mortgage Technology, it took 50 days on average to close on a purchase loan for a house, as of Q3 2021. Source: Ice Mortgage Technologies , Data for Sept. Big banks typically have a lot more internal red tape to deal with before they’re able to fund a loan and write a check.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 5, 2024

Sanjiv’s depth of experience in mortgage finance, consumer understanding and thought leadership will serve our company well as we continue to grow and evolve our business strategy and operational platform,” Stephen G. A mortgage industry veteran, Vas has served since October 2023 as the president of tech company Pagaya Technologies Ltd.,

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Housing Wire

MARCH 28, 2022

commercial spaces/building and residential homes/townhomes) and inconsistent transactional processes, fragmentation in the market has prevented real-estate from adopting technology as quickly as other sectors – until now. So, what are the technologies and trends iBuyers are using to fix fragmentation in the market?

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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

As a result, companies that specialize in online real estate crowdfunding platforms are springing up and making the whole process of real estate investing more efficient, quicker, and less expensive than traditional financing methods. FREE GUIDE : Learn how to earn 5% more for each listing with this free guide ! CrowdStreet. Patch of Land.

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Real Trends

JULY 28, 2022

At the same time, Halifax’s economic growth is creating job opportunities for many skilled workers, especially those in hospitality, technology, financial services, and life sciences.” . Shortly after, the Bank of Canada increased interest rates. “We continue to see buyers from Ontario, British Columbia, the U.S.,

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HomeLight

JULY 25, 2022

While a home is usually a family’s largest purchase, it’s also a complex configuration of materials, technology as well as structural and mechanical engineering. Before properties can be financed, their value and condition are typically examined by an independent appraiser contracted by the buyer’s mortgage company. Financing terms.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 5, 2024

Sanjiv’s depth of experience in mortgage finance, consumer understanding and thought leadership will serve our company well as we continue to grow and evolve our business strategy and operational platform,” Stephen G. A mortgage industry veteran, Das has served since October 2023 as the president of tech company Pagaya Technologies Ltd.,

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GeekEstate

OCTOBER 5, 2022

I’m excited to release Thomvest’s 2022 real estate technology market map, which includes more than 275 companies operating within the residential real estate segment. This market map real estate technology companies operating across every phase of the home purchase value chain.

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

The Federal Housing Finance Agency has prioritized expanding access to credit while prioritizing safety and soundness. In November, Freddie Mac announced it would encourage landlords to provide access to rental payment data, by recouping a portion of closing costs for properties it finances.

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HomeLight

APRIL 26, 2022

Growth fueled by: Year-round warm weather draws the retirement crowd, but growing job opportunities at companies such as Banner Health, American Express, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo interest the working population. Life is quiet and affordable, with a low crime rate. Growth fueled by: It’s not all snowbirds. Median age: 33.8

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Marco Santarelli

MARCH 30, 2023

Real estate can also be attractive because rising rates can be a sign of a healthy economy, which can lead to increased demand for commercial and residential properties. Many online banks and credit unions offer competitive rates on savings accounts and CDs, often with lower fees than traditional brick-and-mortar banks.

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Marco Santarelli

SEPTEMBER 6, 2020

REITs generally own and/or manage income-producing commercial real estate, whether it’s the properties themselves or the mortgages on those properties. Companies need money to finance their business so they earn it by either borrowing or sharing stocks through an IPO. You’re like a bank now, getting paid interest.

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Marco Santarelli

APRIL 6, 2023

Technology has brought unprecedented changes in the way we live and work, and with each passing year, new trends emerge that revolutionize the market. As technology continues to advance, more and more people are looking to create a fully automated and connected home environment.

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McKissock

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Traut notes that the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) announced in late October 2021 at the Mortgage Banker Association’s annual conference that banks and mortgage lenders will be able to use desktop appraisals in place of traditional appraisals for qualifying Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac backed mortgages. Tampa, Fla.),

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RIS Media

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

With the growing popularity and normalization of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency, the transition into the metaverse may be smoother than anticipated. Cryptocurrency is the means of finance in the metaverse. Commercial Real Estate in the Metaverse. Blockchain, Crypto, and NFTs. million.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 21, 2022

To Ballard, 3D printing technology is evolving to solve a crisis in modern day America and the world: The failure to meet people’s demand for housing. A man in Iowa in the late 1800s would get a loan from the bank, take a train to Chicago, purchase a home, come back and the house is delivered, and his neighbors help him assemble it.”.

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Marco Santarelli

AUGUST 17, 2020

Zillow Home Loans, Zillow’s affiliated lender, provides mortgage pre-approval and financing. Redfin has deepened their technology beyond the initial search to make the home tour, the listing debut, the escrow process, the whole process, faster, easier and worry-free. Credits: Redfin.com. Here are some of the best features. .

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