Blend Labs Q1 Profitability: What the Cautious Outlook Means for Private Lenders
Blend Labs posted Q1 non-GAAP operating income of $4.1M—up from $0.7M a year earlier—while flagging headwinds. Here's what it signals for private mortgage markets.
Home Equity Rates Experienced a Decline in the First Quarter
Discover the implications of declining home equity rates and how they affect equity-rich properties for private lenders navigating market changes.
Zillow and Realtor.com Collaborate to Expand Pre-Market Home Access
Zillow and Realtor.com announce a partnership, allowing listings to syndicate across platforms, enhancing visibility for private lenders and real estate professionals.
Agent discovery traffic to one portal declined for the first time ever.
A recent report reveals only 8.4% of agents are featured in AI responses, with the top 1% capturing 47% of citation share across metropolitan areas.
Rocket Pro Increases Broker Credit by 100 Basis Points Through May
Rocket Pro's latest Power Play extends the stacked 100 bps broker pricing credit and increases non-QM limits, enhancing options for private lenders.
Onity Group lowers 2026 ROE forecast due to Q1 servicing losses.
Onity servicing's UPB reached $338B, yet the segment reported a $16M adjusted pre-tax loss amid rising MSR runoff, raising concerns for private lenders.
Wendy Forsythe discusses strategies for women to enter the C-suite.
Forsythe encourages women to seize opportunities and make bold moves, emphasizing the importance of creating their own paths in the mortgage industry.
Recruiting Insight Revises Belief Stack Manual for Enhanced Recruitment
Explore how Recruiting Insight's updated belief stack manual, now featuring a workbook, bridge thoughts, and a 48-hour rule, enhances consistent follow-up strategies.
TWO Rejects UWM’s Revised Bid Citing Financing and Credibility Concerns
UWM Holdings Corporation's acquisition proposal for Two Harbors Investment Corp. was rejected due to concerns over financing, closing, and business risks.
How to Build a Loan Package That Attracts Private Lenders: 7 Steps
A strong loan package convinces private lenders quickly. Follow these 7 steps to organize financials, collateral, and terms for faster approval and cleaner servicing.