Insights from Lenders on Efficiency Trends in the Mortgage Industry
Discover the insights shaping the future of the mortgage industry by engaging in candid discussions at key lender gatherings and events.
loanDepot aims for flexibility in capital raising with $250 million shelf filing
loanDepot has filed a $250 million shelf registration with the SEC, allowing for flexibility in issuing securities to raise capital over time.
UWM Increases Cash Offer for TWO to $12.50 Per Share, Exceeding CCM Bid
UWM Holdings Corp. has increased its bid to acquire Two Harbors Investment Corp., proposing $12.50 per share in cash or stock to challenge a merger with CCM.
Increased Housing Demand Results in Near-Zero Year-Over-Year Inventory
Pending sales increased to 79,220 compared to 74,212 last year. Mortgage rates have dipped to 6.42%, while inventory growth has slowed to 1.49% YoY.
AI Tools for Site Screening and Risk Assessment: What Private Lenders Need to Know
AI-powered site screening tools are reshaping how builders evaluate land risk. Here is what private lenders and note investors should understand about this shift.
Report: Nearly Half of LA Wildfire Survivors Face Crisis as Temporary Housing Funds Expire
A new report shows nearly half of LA wildfire survivors face housing instability as temporary assistance expires, with two-thirds still lacking stable housing.
CCM Raises Two Harbors Bid to $12 to Match UWM: What It Means for Mortgage M&A
CrossCountry Mortgage raised its Two Harbors bid to $12 to match UWM Holdings, intensifying mortgage sector M&A competition. Here's what the bidding war signals.
Thomas James Homes CEO Outlines Future Strategy: Infill Focus and Growth Projections
Thomas James Homes CEO Steve Schlageter has reaffirmed the company's premium single-lot infill strategy with growth projected to accelerate from 2027 to 2029.
AI in Mortgage Servicing: Why Automated Communication Failures Put Borrowers at Risk
Automated servicing messages sent hundreds of borrowers incorrect reinstatement information. Here's what the incident reveals about AI oversight gaps in mortgage servicing.
Commercial and Multifamily Borrowing Increases by 52% Year-Over-Year
Investor-driven lenders see a notable 133% surge in loan origination volume, indicating a robust market trend in commercial and multifamily borrowing.