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First America Homes enters DFW arena with a new division
First America Homes is entering Dallas Fort Worth, starting in Anna’s Leonard Trails, adding a new North Texas division and pipeline.
Splitero closes $296M home equity investment securitization
Splitero’s $296M HEI securitization closed May 27 with 4 note classes rated by Morningstar DBRS, led by Barclays and Nomura.
LoanCare launches CoreSync private-label servicing platform
LoanCare launched CoreSync, an API platform that embeds servicing into lender apps and sites, with broader availability expected in Q3 2026.
Pennymac launches ‘Welcome Home’ mortgage program for Team USA athletes
Pennymac launches its “Welcome Home” mortgage program to give Team USA athletes dedicated lending support and homeownership education.
Is California looking to tax retirement accounts? Experts push back on claims
At issue is a measure called the Retirement and Personal Savings Protection Act, one of several initiatives tied to the billionaire’s tax debate.
‘Stability matters more than ever’ as loan officer mobility slows again in 2025
RETR finds the LO mobility rate fell to 20.6% in 2025, even as producing LOs rose to 225,062 and switches stayed near 46,000.
Disconnected systems fueling title, wire fraud risks
A Q1 fraud report from FundingShield found that 43.72% of transactions were flagged for issues posing significant wire and title fraud risks.
eXp Realty added to Zillow RESPA lawsuit in Seattle
Second amended Zillow RESPA complaint adds eXp Realty, cites alleged steering to Zillow Home Loans, and raises named plaintiffs to 12.
AI-enabled home assistants could reshape real estate listings
AI-enabled home assistants could manage show readiness, access, and feedback, shifting listing operations from agent time to systems.
