Howard Hanna NYC appoints new head of business development.
Hal Gavzie will assist agents in utilizing marketing, technology, and referral resources, enhancing their access to the extensive Howard Hanna platform.
Wendy Forsythe introduces a 6-step framework book for agents to scale sustainably.
Wendy Forsythe, eXp CMO, introduces "Leverage Your X-Factor," with all proceeds aiding the eXp Extend a Hand program, supporting agents and staff in need.
Banks Rapidly Adopt AI Yet Struggle with Strategy and Governance
A recent survey reveals that while 61% of institutions are exploring AI, only 12.2% have a strategy in place, highlighting a gap in data readiness and resourcing.
Interest Reserves: Your Cash Flow Lifeline for Land Development Loans
An interest reserve is a pre-funded portion of a private mortgage note that covers interest payments while land development produces no revenue. Learn how reserves protect developer cash flow, keep notes performing for lenders and investors, and what servicers must do to administer them correctly.
$250K Saved: A Private Lender’s SAFE Act Compliance Story
A private lending firm specializing in residential fix-and-flip and bridge loans discovered serious SAFE Act compliance exposure across multiple states. By transferring loan servicing to Note Servicing Center, the firm eliminated the compliance gap, avoided regulatory penalties, and restored the operational focus required to grow origination volume and attract institutional capital.
Pennymac TPO Introduces New Non-QM Product Suite
Discover Pennymac TPO's new non-QM product suite featuring DSCR, bank statement, asset qualifier, WVOE, and 1099 options for enhanced lending flexibility.
Plaid Adds Home Lending Report to Encompass Platform Integration
Plaid's integration of its Home Lending Report into Encompass enhances lender workflows by enabling account linking and access to two years of financial data.
Credit Karma Partners with Better Teams to Introduce AI-Driven Refinance Platform
Credit Karma enables eligible members to secure preapproval in just five clicks and refinance home loans efficiently within 10 days, streamlining the mortgage process.
Optimal Blue Reports February Mortgage Rate Locks Increase by 9% from January
Mortgage rate locks increased as lower borrowing costs attracted more homebuyers, according to Optimal Blue's Market Advantage report for February 2026.
Dynamic SOPs: Essential for Compliance and Success in Private Mortgage Servicing
Private mortgage note servicers that treat SOPs as living documents - updated with each regulatory shift, risk event, and operational change - maintain the compliance posture that keeps notes performing and lenders protected.