Housing Wire

MAY 27, 2025

Banking and mortgage technology company nCino made a large reduction in force (RIF) ahead of its quarterly earnings call on Wednesday. “To exceed market demands, technology alone won’t allow us to move faster, we need to be intentional about eliminating overage, redundancies and bureaucracy.”

Technology

Housing Wire

JULY 21, 2025

mortgage market is undergoing a tectonic shift, and Non-Qualified Mortgage (Non-QM) lending is at the epicenter of this transformation. Once viewed as a niche or transitional product, non-QM lending now represents around 5 percent of today’s mortgage market, according to a recent CoreLogic report.

Lending

Housing Wire

JULY 18, 2025

The sample was balanced across gender, race and income to reflect the diversity of today’s housing market. This shift reflects both necessity and a pragmatic adaptation to current market conditions, with younger buyers finding innovative ways to achieve homeownership despite significant financial barriers.”

Loan Officer

Housing Wire

APRIL 8, 2025

That focus on technology is what Poleg says will propel the firm’s growth. That, says Poleg, is to double down on technology. The next couple of years will be about building a meaningful competitive advantage for our agents through technology. A new competitor comes into the market and agents start to shift.

Brokerage

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 18, 2024

On Wednesdy Citi launched mortgage.com, a new platform that creates a brand-endorsed, consumer-focused channel to leverage Citi’s brand authority and encourage mortgage or refinance applications for the bank. The company has an aggressive marketing goal to reach the No. Market share and brand authority Why launch this site now?

Marketing

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. Gen Z renters in particular expect digital-first experiences, and have emerged as a powerful consumer base within the rental market.

Property Management

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

In the most recent episode of the Power House podcast, host and HousingWire President Diego Sanchez sits down with Chris Vinson, CEO of Windsor Mortgage , a division of Plains Commerce Bank. The conversation covers Windsor’s growth and success in recent years, including its focus on wholesale lending , technology and coaching.

Technology

Housing Wire

JANUARY 13, 2025

He will then collaborate with Xome’s leadership team to focus on market share and new revenue opportunities going forward. Cooper, our team realized exponential growth and greater financial strength, and I am confident that Xome will unlock new avenues for growth and bolster its market position under Chris leadership.”

Banks

Housing Wire

JUNE 8, 2025

Real estate brokerages have faced their fair share of challenges over the past year — from legal threats and business practice changes, to a slow housing market and the breakneck pace of technological development. You can’t take growth and cash it in at the bank if there is no profit there,” the president of Local Realty said. “I

Brokerage

Housing Wire

MAY 29, 2025

What happens when competitors pursue scale in a static yet strategically important market? Indeed, the total residential subservicing market declined to $3.96 Mihir Bhatia, a Bank of America analyst who covers mortgage companies, said he expects the trend to continue. trillion as of Dec. 31, 2024, down from $3.99

Mortgages

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Ongoing supply and affordability challenges in the housing market have frustrated many homeowners who have looked to trade up or relocate for various reasons. The market for renovation projects is a lucrative one for homebuilders and contractors. In response, some consumers have turned to renovation projects to meet their needs.

Renovation

Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2025

However, one mortgage company is in a prime position to transform the market and deliver value to mortgage professionals. In this executive interview, NEO Home Loans President Ryan Grant discusses the company’s partnership with Better Mortgage , which is aimed at combining technological innovation and local market knowledge.

Lending

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. Auction.com has long been a leading platform for bank-owned (REO) and foreclosure sales to real estate investors and others seeking a discount.

Proof of funds

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

How can today’s mortgage lending market be summed up in one word? ” The post-pandemic market was a utopia for aspiring homebuyers and mortgage brokers in the market, and some probably still reminisce about those times today. First, consider the evolving employment market. Acra Lending has done precisely that.

Lending

Housing Wire

DECEMBER 16, 2024

In an evolving mortgage market, mergers and acquisitions could give mortgage company owners opportunities to achieve growth and avoid challenges. In the first episode , Hanson explains how an owner can decide on selling a mortgage company to avoid potential market challenges in the future. Hanson: The reality is there will be change.

Loan Officer

Housing Wire

JULY 14, 2025

Lender Toolkit announced Monday the official launch of its IT services offering, designed specifically for lenders that use ICE Mortgage Technology ‘s Encompass platform. Lender Toolkit is a mortgage automation technology company and the creator of the industry’s only fully integrated Mortgage Efficiency Cooperative.

Technology

Housing Wire

JULY 3, 2025

As part of the Century 21 network, Revelle and his team will gain access to the brand’s technology platform, marketing resources, agent education and lead generation tools. We believe that marketing is a vital part of our success, and the marketing tools that the Century 21 brand offers are unparalleled,” he said. “We

Land

Housing Wire

JANUARY 3, 2025

As a result, modular construction has become the most effective solution for addressing developers needs for sustainability and business integrity, while avoiding costly premiums that decelerate value for housing investors and buyers within todays tight lending market.

Development

Housing Wire

JANUARY 8, 2025

Real estate investment trust Redwood has expanded its home equity platform, Aspire, to include alternative loan products amid affordability challenges in the housing market, the company announced Tuesday. At HousingWire s Mortgage Rates Center on Wednesday, the 30-year fixed rate averaged 7.11%, clouding the housing market outlook for 2025.

Equity

Housing Wire

MAY 20, 2025

But Toohig, who spoke Tuesday during the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA)’s Secondary and Capital Market Conference in New York City, was also highlighting the opportunity for loan officers to originate more HELOCs and other second-lien mortgages. But according to panelist Julian Grey of ICE Mortgage Technology, theres $17.6

Equity

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Federal Home Loan Banks (FHLBs) in New York, Chicago and San Francisco. Lenders also gain access to CreditGauge, Inclusion360, RiskRatio and MarketGain to evaluate consumer health, highlight underserved consumers, evaluate default levels and survey market opportunities. These include the U.S.

Mortgages

Housing Wire

APRIL 21, 2025

A majority of agents believe 2025 is going to be a great year for the housing market, with 85% saying they have an optimistic outlook , and 70% believing the market will be more stable, according to a new survey from Clever Real Estate. If youre a night owl, wait until everyones asleep to tackle that days workload.

Agents

Housing Wire

JANUARY 28, 2025

. … The trend over the last few years of banking financing retreating from this sector , I think it opened up a lot more opportunities for BPL lenders to be the at the forefront of the funding solution to residential developers and investment. I think [about] five years ago, banks were still extremely active in the sector.

Residential

Housing Wire

JULY 22, 2025

Seattle-based HomeStreet Bank has agreed to sell its $794 million Ginnie Mae loan servicing portfolio to an undisclosed “experienced” buyer, the company announced in a regulatory filing. the bank’s parent company, prepares to merge with Mechanics Bank in an all-stock business combination announced in March.

Banks

Housing Wire

MARCH 13, 2025

Vice Capital Markets , a mortgage hedge advisory firm for independent lenders, banks and credit unions, announced Thursday that it is the first to integrate Fannie Mae s new loan pricing application programming interface (API) into its trading portal.

Loans

Housing Wire

JULY 16, 2025

With a growing portfolio of international buyers and sellers, I needed a platform that offered unmatched global reach, cutting-edge technology, and robust marketing tools to elevate the client experience. Despite economic shifts, Ahajanian said the upper tier of the local market remains active.

Brokerage

Housing Wire

MARCH 6, 2025

The stagnant housing market has brokerages across the country on their knees, but The Real Brokerage isnt waiting for market conditions to improve to grow its business. Real credited its technology offerings and business model for the explosive growth in agents. Instead, its continuing to add agents at an explosive rate.

Brokerage

Housing Wire

JULY 29, 2025

Chris Morton has taken the helm at the American Land Title Association (ALTA) as the title insurance industry faces challenges on multiple fronts — from regulatory pressure and a slow housing market to increased cybersecurity threats. Then, as I alluded to, the cyclical nature of the real estate market is always a challenge.

Title

Marco Santarelli

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Finding the 10 best real estate markets for investors is the first step to making that dream a reality. This guide dives deep into ten markets currently showing impressive growth potential for investors, but remember: real estate investment involves risk. Ever dreamed of building a serious real estate portfolio?

Investor

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

In addition, we expect to evaluate opportunities relating to digital infrastructure, including opportunities at the convergence of infrastructure and technology. We intend to target companies in the financial services and real estate sectors where our management has extensive investment and operational experience, the SEC filing reads.

Commercial

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

“Our scalable tech platform is what empowers us to navigate dynamic markets with agility. ” Rocket’s strategic expansion into the mortgage servicing arena —where it boasts an eye-popping 85% recapture rate—also represents more than just a simple revenue hedge against a still-choppy originations market.

Mortgages

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

A majority of agents believe 2025 is going to be a great year for the housing market. Around 85% have an optimistic outlook , and 70% believe the market will be more stable, according to a new survey from Clever Real Estate. If youre a night owl, wait until everyones asleep to tackle that days workload.

Agents

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

What we provide the market is something called climate risk analytics, which allows companies to financially measure and mitigate the impact of climate through every single property up to the year 2050. Unfortunately, with temperatures rising, you see the frequency and intensity of major weather events on the up. Last year, there was 28.

Land

Housing Wire

JUNE 13, 2025

Stearns said the company’s disciplined cost structure has led to consistent profitability — without considering sales of mortgage servicing rights ( MSRs ) — which sets it apart from many independent mortgage banks ( IMBs ) that continue to operate in the red. Plaza is also tapping into niche markets to diversify its income.

Mortgages

Housing Wire

JUNE 24, 2025

The new feature, known as Volly Network Connections, is part of the company’s broader marketing suite and offers loan officers real-time notifications about partner real estate listings. The tool is designed to automate aspects of co-marketing efforts, including compliance and brand consistency.

Loan Officer

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Karl Benjamin, the company’s executive vice president of wholesale, highlighted the new products as solutions for leveling the mortgage market playing field. “With advanced technology , a broad product lineup, and a commitment to broker success, Cardinal Financial Wholesale provides the tools brokers need to excel.”

Loans

Housing Wire

JUNE 10, 2025

The company’s new “HELOC For Seniors” touts “fast approval and funding in as little as five business days, providing a streamlined path to access home equity powered by innovative technology” through a partnership with Figure. So retirees can live more comfortably, not more cautiously.”

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