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Frank Martell moves on from loanDepot, takes CEO role at SmartRent
Martell’s job change follows a March announcement from loanDepot that Anthony Hsieh would return to lead the company.
Lower founder says lender is still active in M&A searches
After striking two M&A deals last year, digital multichannel lender Lower plans to acquire at least one other business in 2024
Reverse mortgages seen as a path forward for lenders
Leaders at Guild Mortgage and Guaranteed Rate explained some of their approaches to the reverse mortgage business during The Gathering.
Kristen Sieffert leads the reverse mortgage presence at The Gathering
FOA’s president spoke about bringing reverse mortgages into the mainstream at the event in Scottsdale, Arizona.
NAR board green lights consumer transparency measures
Amid fierce debate, NAR will likely require that agents representing homebuyers publicize their expected sales commission.
NAR says it’s doing what it can on housing discrimination
At a cavernous convention center in San Diego, the National Association of Realtors held over 200 sessions for agents. A central theme was NAR’s reckoning with the legacy of racial bias. HW+ Premium Content
