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Reducing risk: Why software and hardware inventory is essential for cybersecurity
In real estate, title insurance, and mortgage lending, technology is the backbone of every transaction. From processing closings to managing sensitive client information, organizations rely on a mix of software and hardware systems to keep business moving. But when it comes to cybersecurity, many firms overlook one of the simplest yet most effective safeguards: maintaining a complete and accurate inventory of all their technology assets.
Aivre launches UAD 3.6 compliant appraisal platform
UAD 3.6 calls for electronic submission of appraisals to align with the MISMO v3.6 reference model for mortgage industry data.
House bill calls for HOME housing program reforms
It aims to expand affordable housing supply by providing states and local governments with greater flexibility to fund housing development.
PennyMac posts Q3 profit of $181M, fueled by servicing strength
PennyMac Financial Services reports a 33% profit increase in Q3 2025, driven by strong revenue growth and strategic initiatives.
Better introduces AI-driven wholesale home equity lending
Better.com unveiled its AI-powered wholesale lending program, expanding access to home equity products like HELOCs and CES loans.
Ex-Movement COO Jason Stenger joins Rate to lead production
Jason Stenger has joined Rate as chief production officer, just weeks after stepping down as chief operations officer at Movement Mortgage.
Mark Spain Real Estate names new CEO; Spain transitions to executive chairman
Former Roofstock and Opendoor leader David Zanaty joins Mark Spain Real Estate as its new CEO after a nearly 12 month search.
Mountain Lakes Board of Realtors joins Hive MLS
MLBOR, which serves real estate professionals in North Carolina, Georgia and Tennessee, is joining the MLS wholesale cooperative.
CoStar disputes Zillow announcement, says clients can share Matterport tours on Zillow
Zillow removed Matterports from listings due to alleged changes to the terms of service, but CoStar says clients can share them ‘anywhere’.
Qualia enhances wire fraud protection system with new features
Real estate closing platform Qualia announced on Wednesday a series of security upgrades to its platform. These enhancements are exclusive to Qualia’s Shield solution, a wire fraud detection system designed for title and escrow professionals.
Legal experts weigh in on the CFPB and the future of regulation
What will the CFPB look like under new director Jonathan McKernan? Legal experts weigh in on the federal and state regulatory environment.
Housing industry veteran launches title alternative company
Tony Roveda launched National Attorney Title earlier this month. The company specializes in attorney opinion letters (AOLs).
