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Retirement plans for small-business owners have visible generational gaps
A Capital Group report reveals generational and gender disparities in small business retirement plan readiness.
VA loans rise as housing market shifts toward buyers
During the pandemic’s competitive housing market, VA buyers often lost out to those offering larger down payments.
Homebuyers embrace sustainability, efficiency in 2025
Findings reflect a nationwide shift away from large, aesthetic features toward practical, eco-friendly and tech-driven living.
Three ways servicers can move the needle on borrower experience
Low borrower satisfaction carries significant business consequences for mortgage servicers. Dissatisfied or confused borrowers are more likely to complain to regulators, generate costly call center volume and lengthen loss-mitigation processes. J.D. Power’s 2025 U.S. Mortgage Servicer Satisfaction Study reveals a widening gap in borrower satisfaction between origination and servicing experiences. While borrowers are happier than ever with originators, they are less satisfied than ever with servicers. According to the study, the widening gap “increasingly comes down to effective communication.”
loanDepot’s Q3 loss narrows as revenue climbs 14%
loanDepot CEO Anthony Hsieh reiterated confidence in the company’s ability to “profitably regain market share.”
Blend Labs reports shrinking mortgage revenue even as its partnerships gain steam
Blend is focusing on growing its mortgage take rate, expanding its consumer banking suite and investing in AI to navigate industry challenges.
What Realtors really think about working with builders
New research shows Realtors see potential with builders despite frustrations over compensation and communication.
Opendoor, Roam team up to expand assumable mortgage access
Opendoor and Roam are teaming up to help consumers identify assumable mortgage opportunities as they look for new homes.
David Conroy rejoins NAR as first-ever chief data officer
Conroy previously served as NAR’s director of technology and innovation, but will now be tasked with guiding NAR’s data strategy.
Stewart introduces FinCEN AML compliance tool
Platform tools include electronic filing of reports, data validation, communication with buyers and sellers and secure document retention.
Flueid launches enhanced title verification platform
Flueid will showcase the platform this week at ALTA ONE, offering appointments for live demonstrations, including previews of new AI features.
Fathom Holdings’ Verus Title expands into Arizona, Alabama
Verus Title, has launched operations in Arizona and Alabama — expanding the company’s reach to 34 states and the District of Columbia.
Why it’s time to rethink the appraisal default in home equity lending
With mortgage rates still hovering near multi-decade highs, homeowners are opting to hold onto their ultra-low first mortgages. Instead of refinancing, they’re tapping into their equity through home equity loans and HELOCs to finance renovations, cover tuition, or consolidate high-interest debt.
Class Valuation unveils appraisal review tool
The new tool offers licensed appraiser-led reviews of existing appraisal reports by incorporating automated valuation model technology.
Clear Capital integrates appraisal reviews with ICE
The integration allows mortgage lenders to access appraisal review tools directly within their loan origination systems.
