Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Mortgage technology firm Xactus named Michael Crockett as its chief operating officer. Previously, he was EVP of product development at Credit Plus before Xactus acquired the company in September 2021. I’m honored to step into this position and help Xactus solve new client challenges,” Crockett said in a statement. “We

Tenants 311

Tenants Valuation Clients Training 311

Housing Wire

MARCH 17, 2023

Candor Technology Inc. , Candor is executing a change in strategy to address the ever-changing mortgage market and to pivot along with client operations,” Tom Showalter, CEO of Candor , said in an e-mailed response. Future development projects will follow this collaborative approach with our clients and strategic partners.

Mortgage 311

Mortgage Clients Technology Development 311

Housing Wire

JULY 11, 2022

” LendArch was founded in 2021 by Tammy Richards, whose CV includes high-level stints Bank of America , Caliber Home Loans. Richards left the company in March 2021 and, after six months, filed a lawsuit alleging that the lender ??closed LendArch has over 30 clients, including lenders and broker firms.

Mortgage 303

Mortgage Architecture Technology Clients 303

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? Rapidly advancing technology and data analytics have also revolutionized the commercial real estate landscape, offering scores of new avenues for value creation and risk mitigation.

Brokerage 361

Brokerage Real Estate Investors Development 361

Appraisal Buzz

APRIL 2, 2024

Minard previously served as a sales engineer for ICE Mortgage Technology’s Surefire CRM platform, which was included in the company’s 2023 acquisition of Black Knight. He also held the position of director of customer growth at Surefire until Black Knight’s acquisition of the platform in 2021.

Clients 195

Clients Development Tools Real Estate 195

The Robert Weiler Company

MARCH 4, 2021

Mixed-use development in 2021 may not resemble Orbit City, but commercial builders, architects, and real estate investors are undoubtedly re-engineering the proximity of your personal and professional orbit. This type of development provides the “live, work, play, gather” atmosphere in a convenient manner.

Development 148

Development Retail Transportation Real Estate 148

Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Data provider Curinos partnered with Polly , a software-as-service mortgage technology firm, aimed to support lenders’ effective margin decisions. “Our partnership will enable clients to seamlessly analyze their market position and support effective margin decisions without leaving their pricing engine.

Technology 286

Technology Insurance Mortgage Lending 286

Housing Wire

JULY 21, 2023

In December 2021, she had left Compass to join the young brokerage SERHANT. ” In a statement, Wu cited the strength of Compass’ technology platform, which allows agents to streamline operations, deliver detailed reporting as well as clean marketing materials. where she launched her own team.

Brokerage 277

Brokerage Legal Clients Real Estate 277

Housing Wire

MARCH 4, 2024

28 in federal court, represents the latest development in an ongoing lawsuit involving a data breach. Lakeview Loan Servicing , one of the nation’s largest servicing companies, fell prey to a cyberattack in the final months of 2021 that targeted the personal data of approximately 2.5 The objection, filed on Feb.

Mortgage 339

Mortgage Clients Development Legal 339

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

hired two executives as it looks to take the company to its next phase of development. He was named a 2021 HW Insider after Sales Boomerang debuted in the top 5% of the Inc. It aims to save clients an average of 15 hours per week on labor. Mortgage tech firm TRAiNED Inc.

Training 388

Training Mortgage Design Insurance 388

Housing Wire

MARCH 31, 2022

By focusing on its clients and their processes, WFG helps compress the time required to close a loan and/or transfer real property ownership. WFG develops solutions in direct response to industry concerns solicited through regular engagement with its Executive Roundtable (ERT) of C-suite lending executives. properties.

Real Estate 320

Real Estate Human Resources Technology Clients 320

Housing Wire

JULY 19, 2021

As Chief Strategy Officer at Mortgage Capital Trading , Leslie Winick has harnessed her industry experience to help lead new technology innovations and industry-leading support that allowed MCT to continue to meet client needs despite the volatility of the past year. What is your company doing to develop the next generation of leaders?

Mortgage 371

Mortgage Clients Development Technology 371

Housing Wire

APRIL 6, 2023

If the primary purpose of employing technology is to streamline the workflow, reduce unnecessary expenses and drive greater productivity, the efforts of title agents and owners should be bearing some fruit now. But for a variety of reasons it’s often difficult to provide a solid answer or empirical proof.

Technology 327

Technology Clients Human Resources Agents 327

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Through a membership system, his startup Honey Homes provides its clients, the homeowners, with the services of a dedicated, salaried handyman. ” Honey Homes has full-time employees who receive healthcare, PTO, parental leave, as well as “ongoing professional development opportunities.”

Development 387

Development Clients Technology Investing 387

Housing Wire

JUNE 5, 2023

DS: The growth of the channel has been significant, especially in terms of technology. UWM is focused and committed to building custom technology specifically for independent mortgage brokers. Consumers get a lower rate , lower fees and an exceptional client experience when they work with an independent mortgage broker.

Mortgage 342

Mortgage Retail Lending Loan Officers 342

Housing Wire

APRIL 14, 2022

Then, the mortgage industry showed why it is called a cyclical business: in the second half of 2021, the Federal Reserve signaled an increase in interest rates and an easing of the purchase of mortgage-backed securities, choking the refi market. ” In fall of 2021, Chicago-based Interfirst laid off hundreds of employees.

Mortgage 519

Mortgage Marketing Retail Lending 519

Housing Wire

APRIL 22, 2022

The Nima Ghamsari-led fintech is doubling down on its long-term strategy to offer a complete digital origination journey for clients. ” Blend is reducing general and administrative expenses in human resources, finance, and legal, but decided not to cut costs related to engineering and product development.

Mortgage 361

Mortgage Marketing Human Resources Clients 361

Housing Wire

APRIL 23, 2024

According to Martell , the mortgage market’s origination volume totaled $4 trillion in both 2020 and 2021, and “unfortunately” the decline in loan production “is not going to be cured by a 50-basis-point reduction” in mortgage rates.

Mortgage 280

Mortgage Real Estate Agent Real Estate Renovations 280

Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

As lenders continue to adjust to a new normal, the pivotal role of technology has become increasingly clear in maximizing productivity and keeping lending pipelines flowing. HousingWire: How has COVID-19 impacted technology strategies for mortgage lenders? What are some examples of these strategies?

Business 394

Business Lending Technology Clients 394

Housing Wire

JULY 26, 2021

In fact, the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has experienced a record number of reported complaints as of late, jumping from 5 million logged complaints as of March 12, 2020, to 6 million as of May 15, 2021. When comparing Q2 2021 to Q1 2021, FundingShield found a 21.7% There was an additional 62.1%

Tools 464

Tools Agents Clients Technology 464

Appraisal Buzz

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

MGIC Investment Corporation’s principal subsidiary Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Corporation (MGIC) has announced that Sri Kadasinghanahalli joined the company on October 18, 2021 as Vice President of Systems Development. The post Kadasinghanahalli Joins Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Corporation appeared first on Appraisal Buzz.

Insurance 195

Insurance Mortgage Modernization Clients 195

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

During his time at Amrock, Hughes spearheaded the firm’s effort to develop digital mortgage closings. The firm reached a milestone during the third quarter of 2021, completing its one-millionth eClosing. The title industry as a whole is facing a talent crunch and struggling to embrace technology.

Valuation 334

Valuation Technology Appraisal Clients 334

Lamacchia Realty

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Lamacchia Realty’s Business Development Team continues to grow with the latest addition of well-known Worcester area REALTOR® Jason Pincomb. While he has only been with the company since March of 2021 , Jason quicky acclimated to the Lamacchia Realty culture and community it is known for. Vice President of Business Development.

Development 73

Development Business Realty Realtors 73

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

The tech company has a solid footing in the mortgage market, with the platform reporting that during the first nine months of 2021 it was used in every one out of seven mortgage transactions in the nation. banks and credit unions, where nCino currently has over 1,100 customers.”. The post nCino to acquire SimpleNexus for $1.2B

Technology 354

Technology Development Mortgage Business 354

Housing Wire

MARCH 1, 2022

News just broke that private equity investor LLR Partners announced strategic investments in two mortgage technology companies — Mortgage Coach and Sales Boomerang ( click here for article ). LLR is not a newcomer to mortgage technology or the overall fintech market. In 2016 LLR led a $26.5 No surprise here.

Real Estate 316

Real Estate Brokerage Real Estate Agent Technology 316

Lamacchia Realty

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Lamacchia Realty has officially announced the promotion of John Millen to his new role of Director of Business Development! John is also directing a team of Business Development Consultants that focus on recruiting, onboarding, retention and more. . Director of Business Development. Vice President of Business Development.

Development 69

Development Business Realty Realtors 69

Housing Wire

JULY 29, 2021

After spending a decade building a proprietary technology and productivity platform, United Real Estate Group is seeing its growth explode, according to Q2 2021 earnings report. Is technology finally providing the key to success? about their growth and technology platform. “We had 13,000 enterprise clients.

Brokerage 368

Brokerage Real Estate Technology Agents 368

Housing Wire

JANUARY 25, 2021

Real estate services and technology firm SitusAMC on Monday announced its acquisition of mortgage and title outsourcer Assimilate Solutions – the second acquisition by the New York-based firm in January, and its fourth overall in less than a year. 2021 by Ncontracts to name a few. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Technology 257

Technology Clients Real Estate Mortgage 257

Housing Wire

JANUARY 11, 2023

Since joining Fannie Mae in 2006, Halley has proven her ability to lead, taking over as executive vice president and chief financial officer in 2021. Last year’s list was full of massive talent across several sectors of housing.

Finance 327

Finance Real Estate Clients Brokerage 327

Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

While the rise of digital technology has permanently shifted the world of lending, many borrowers still look for a human-touch experience to help create trust and transparency throughout the lending process. “A HW: Where would you advise clients and colleagues to focus their technology resources as we navigate the second half of 2021?

Technology 262

Technology Lending Clients Insurance 262

Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

In today’s evolving technological landscape, wire fraud is a pervasive risk, particularly in real estate transactions. Updates from the 2022 FBI Internet Crime Report Other key insights from the 2022 FBI report include: A 49% surge in losses due to cybercrime since 2021, totaling $10.3 billion in 2022.

Real Estate 347

Real Estate Clients Realtors Business 347

Lamacchia Realty

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

We are thrilled to announce the latest addition to the Lamacchia Realty Business Development team, Katherine Copeland ! Katherine will now take on the role of a Business Development Consultant, transitioning from a Business Development Administrative Assistant. Vice President of Business Development. technology ,?and?

Development 69

Development Business Realty Realtors 69

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 26, 2020

announced Monday an agreement to acquire subservicer ServiceMac , which it anticipates closing at the end of 2021. We’re excited to soon welcome to First American the people of ServiceMac, a rapidly growing company recognized for its technology and business leadership.”. First American Financial Corp. Presented by: Total Expert.

Technology 395

Technology Insurance Real Estate Mortgage 395

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Parker said that as the new CEO, his goal is to focus on automation and new technologies that can help lenders and other servicers tackle high costs and the recent downturn in mortgage originations. In addition, former EVP of technology and operations Paul Vancheri was named president and COO of the company.

Technology 300

Technology Mortgage Lending Business 300

Housing Wire

JANUARY 4, 2022

loanDepot announced this week that it will begin servicing Ginnie Mae loans in-house, following a 2021 decision to do the same for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac -backed loans. Developing those processes internally can be difficult, however. “It’s

Clients 383

Clients Development Mortgage Technology 383

Lamacchia Realty

APRIL 13, 2022

We are proud to share that long time employee, Nicole Leblanc, has been promoted to the role of Business Development Manager. Nicole has worked in the Business Development Department since early 2019, prior to that Nicole was a REALTOR with the company. Vice President of Business Development. “I Director of Business Development.

Development 69

Development Business Realty Realtors 69

Housing Wire

MARCH 3, 2021

Kully previously worked at the Department of Housing and Urban Development as a senior attorney, in the legal division at Fannie Mae and as a partner at K&L Gates.

Real Estate 306

Real Estate Real Estate Agent Legal Technology 306