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Revolutionizing Appraisals: The Role of Blockchain Technology

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The Dawn of a New Appraisal Era In the ever-evolving realm of technology, few innovations have garnered as much attention and promise as blockchain. This article delves deep into how blockchain is set to revolutionize appraisals, offering a fresh perspective to technology professionals keen on staying ahead of the curve.

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Grid151 acquires Simply Secure Sign’s eClosing technology

Housing Wire

Grid151 , a technology products provider for the mortgage and real estate industries, has acquired Simply Secure Sign , an eClosing technology platform, the company announced Tuesday. Maura Healey signed legislation legalizing remote online notarizations ( RON ) last March while California looks poised to pass RON legislation soon.

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CFPB details legal requirements for lenders’ use of A.I. when making credit decisions

Housing Wire

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) on Tuesday announced a series of legal requirements lenders must adhere to when using artificial intelligence (AI) or “other complex models” when making decisions about the creditworthiness of borrowers. There is no special exemption for artificial intelligence.”

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CFPB Warns Mortgage Industry About Legal Responsibilities in Disclosure

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Companies have long used advanced computational methods as part of their credit decision making process, but as technology evolves, … The post CFPB Warns Mortgage Industry About Legal Responsibilities in Disclosure appeared first on DSNews.

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Stavvy’s Jeremy Potter on streamlining servicing through technology in 2022

Housing Wire

A 2021 Tech100 Mortgage honoree, Stavvy is helping organizations navigate complex financial and legal transactions easily and safely, allowing servicers to put customer experience at the forefront during tough times like a global pandemic. “In Our technology is helping servicers do what they do best — serve their clients anywhere, anytime.

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PennyMac pays $158M to Black Knight in servicing platform dispute

Housing Wire

million to Black Knight Servicing Technologies , concluding a five-year legal battle over allegations of trade secret theft involving two of the biggest companies in the housing industry. When announcing earnings in early February, company executives commented on the legal battle. PennyMac Financial Services has paid $158.4

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Stavvy’s all-in-one platform makes legal and financial transactions easier, safer and more accessible

Housing Wire

While technology has improved processes for many industries, the way a home loan is transacted still hasn’t changed much over the years. Stavvy is here to transform how business is conducted remotely by making complex legal and financial transactions easier, safer and more accessible to all.

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