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Rocket Companies announces deal to acquire Redfin for $1.75 billion

Housing Wire

The deal, which has been approved by the boards of directors of both Rocket Companies and Redfin, is expected to close in the second or third quarter of 2025. Today, Rocket Companies announced it has entered into an agreement to purchase digital real estate brokerage Redfin in an all-stock transaction valued at $1.75 billion in equity.

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Sun West unveils NFT loan powered by AI technology

Housing Wire

Loan originator and servicer Sun West Mortgage Co. has unveiled the latest version of its proprietary artificial-intelligence (AI) platform, called Morgan, which enables the lender to convert pre-approved, property-specific home loans into tradable non-fungible tokens (NFTs).

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Are you prepared to respond as borrower demand shifts?

Housing Wire

Moreover, the older the loan, the more likely the borrower would refinance elsewhere. We recommend investing in three key aspects of your customer acquisition strategy to ensure you have the technology, people and operational workflows needed as rates change and volumes increase.

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Figure Technologies launches wholesale lending platform

Housing Wire

Mike Cagney’s Figure Technologies rolled out a wholesale lending platform that will give loan originators access to the company’s home equity line of credit (HELOC) offering. Approval may be granted in five minutes but is ultimately subject to verification of income and employment.

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The BIG Point of Sale integrates with ICE Mortgage Technology

Housing Wire

Fintech software and hardware company Mortgage Automation Technologies, Inc. announced on Monday that it has integrated its next-generation point of sale system, The BIG Point of Sale, on the latest API Platform available through ICE Mortgage Technology , a division of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc.

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Proactive quality control for lenders: How to navigate market shifts, regulatory changes and improve loan quality

Housing Wire

The three overarching themes in all of these conversations include: Operational efficiencies for delinquent accounts : QC teams are honing in on how effectively operational processes are managed for delinquent loans, from customer service to loss mitigation. One critical shift is the adoption of pre-funding QC reviews.

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Sierra Pacific’s Fast Track process gives brokers a more robust pre-approval, shortening cycle times

Housing Wire

In today’s booming housing market, mortgage brokers want to be able to close loans faster and more efficiently. We have a proven legacy of supporting brokers with unparalleled service throughout the entire process by strengthening the human approach, while also integrating technology. Jim Coffrini, President and CEO.