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VALENCIA, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — IRS Solutions® announces that its cutting-edge feature, IRS Advance Notice™ (IAN), has been named a finalist for the CPA Practice Advisor 2024 Tax and Technology Innovation Award. The revolutionary new technology tracks and alerts their members to IRS transcript changes, streamlining tax resolution, improving client service, and offering steady, year-round income […]
PLANO, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Optimal Blue today announced its extensive plans for innovation across its complete capital markets technology ecosystem leading up to its Optimal Blue Summit, where innovations will be unveiled live. New capabilities will be introduced into the core platform beginning in mid-September and continuing through the Optimal Blue Summit, a national user […]
HOUSTON, Texas /CitizenWire/ — NotaryCam®, a Stewart-owned company and a pioneering provider of remote online notarization technology for real estate and legal transactions, today announced the appointment of Sam McPherson as the new Head of Customer Success. In this role, McPherson will oversee customer relationships, focusing on delivering an exceptional client experience while driving retention […]
BUFFALO, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — LenderLogix, a leading provider of mortgage point-of-sale and automation software for banks, credit unions, independent mortgage banks, and brokers, today announced Ben Head has joined the company as an account executive responsible for expanding LenderLogix’ market share.
DES MOINES, Iowa /CitizenWire/ — iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, was awarded The Mortgage Collaborative’s 2024 Lenders’ Choice Award for Thought Leadership, Creativity & Innovation. Laird Nossuli, iEmergent’s CEO, and Bernard Nossuli, COO, accepted the award on Monday during TMC’s “A Mile Above” Conference, […]
PLANO, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Optimal Blue today released its August 2024 Market Advantage mortgage data report, which reveals an overall 1% rise in rate lock volume despite the typical seasonal slowdown in purchase lending. Lock volume growth was driven by a surge in refinance activity as homeowners reacted to declining mortgage rates.
PLANO, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Optimal Blue today announced it will host its inaugural Optimal Blue Summit from February 3-5, 2025, at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina. Set against the scenic backdrop of San Diego Bay, the Optimal Blue Summit 2025 will bring together clients from across primary and secondary mortgage networks to connect, learn, […]
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /CitizenWire/ — Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), a leader in data intelligence and market insight tools for the mortgage and real estate industries, today announced a new feature, Refinder, to help lenders uncover refinance opportunities in their database of past borrowers.
AUSTIN, Texas /CitizenWire/ — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, announced today that the TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP has secured its first corporate partner, Andromeda. Andromeda is a Division of the Perseus Operating Group, of Constellation Software, Inc. (TSX: CSU; “Constellation”).
RICHMOND, Va. /CitizenWire/ — Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc., a leading, independent investment bank, has advised Singer Energy Group, Inc. and its affiliates d/b/a Robison (“Robison” or the “Company”) on the sale of its integrated heating oil distribution and HVAC services business to an affiliate of Star Group, L.P. (NYSE: SGU). Headquartered in Port Chester, […]
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Secured Signing is thrilled to announce transformative updates to our Notary Community platform, designed to elevate your notary business by connecting you with clients faster than ever. Our new “On-Demand Notary” feature significantly enhances visibility and client engagement, ensuring unparalleled business growth.
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, announced today a 3.33% increase in mortgage lock volume compared to the previous month. Despite a larger increase in rate/term volume, total mortgage volume remains relatively flat.
DENVER, Colo. /CitizenWire/ — ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced its Executive Vice President of Compliance Amanda Phillips will be speaking at the American Credit Union Mortgage Association (ACUMA) Annual Conference taking place September 29 through October 2, 2024 at the […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. /CitizenWire/ — Represented by its president and COO, Melissa Langdale, The Mortgage Collaborative’s (TMC) “Open Angels” team were among the notable solutions recognized for their impact and potential at The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA)-hosted Velocity TechSprint, spotlighting the transformative potential of generative AI in addressing the current housing market’s pressing challenges.
ATHENS, Ga. /CitizenWire/ — FormFree®, a leader in financial technology since 2007, has been named a 2024 ADVANCE Award winner by The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG). Part of the Fintech South conference, the ADVANCE Awards program recognizes innovative U.S. fintech companies with a strong connection to Georgia.
CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — PitBullTax Software, the Nation’s Leading Tax Resolution Software for CPAs, EAs and Tax Attorneys has revealed it has won a spot on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest growing private companies in America for the 3nd year in a row. PitBullTax Software has licensees in all 50 states […]
DENVER, Colo. /CitizenWire/ — ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced its Executive Vice President of Compliance Amanda Phillips and Executive Vice President of Operations, Sharon Reichhardt will speak at the 2024 Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Risk Management Conference taking place September […]
DES MOINES, Iowa /CitizenWire/ — iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, will host a webinar on mortgage redlining on Thursday, September 19, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. ET. “Redlining Roundtable: Don’t Just Dodge Risk, Capture Opportunity” will bring together experts from across the housing […]
GREENSBORO, N.C. /CitizenWire/ — Petrova Law, a boutique tax law firm, which represents high net worth clients and companies nationwide, has been ranked by Chambers USA among the nation’s best for its work on complex and high-stakes tax law matters.
NOVI, Mich. /CitizenWire/ — Vice Capital Markets, a leading mortgage hedge advisory firm for independent lenders, banks and credit unions, announced today it has completed its integration with Mortgage Machine™, an out-of-the-box, all-in-one loan origination system (LOS) designed to accelerate lenders’ operational velocity and support an end-to-end digital origination process.
ST. LOUIS, Mo. /CitizenWire/ — Informative Research, a leading technology platform that delivers data-driven solutions to the lending community, announced the appointment of Steve Schulz as the new executive vice president of product management. This strategic addition highlights Informative Research’s commitment to driving innovation and enhancing its product offerings to better serve its clients.
NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Argyle, a platform providing real-time income and employment verifications for some of the largest lenders in the United States, is now an approved third-party service provider supporting Freddie Mac’s Loan Product Advisor® (LPA℠) asset and income modeler (AIM), a solution that simplifies the mortgage underwriting process for lenders. Argyle’s […]
ADDISON, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Mortgage Machine Services, an industry leader in digital origination technology to residential mortgage lenders, announced the launch of Auto Split, an enhancement to the Click n’ File document management system embedded into the Mortgage Machine™ loan origination system (LOS).
GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Informative Research, a leading technology platform that delivers data-driven solutions to the lending community, announced the launch of new alert types to enhance the portfolio monitoring service offered by Informative Research Data Solutions. These advanced alerts offer sophisticated monitoring capabilities, enrich lenders’ portfolio monitoring and borrower engagement strategies and solidify […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. /CitizenWire/ — Inc. revealed today that Teal ranks No. 2093 with a three-year revenue growth of 251% on the 2024 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment-its independent, entrepreneurial businesses.
AUSTIN, Texas /CitizenWire/ — 90-Day Sales Manager proudly launches the first activity-based CRM with built-in coaching and accountability for mortgage teams at credit unions and community banks. The 3-in-1 platform provides mortgage departments an affordable solution to help loan officers stay productive during challenging times.
PLANO, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Optimal Blue today released its July 2024 Market Advantage mortgage data report, which revealed that mortgage refinance demand surged to levels not seen since September 2022 amid softening interest rates. The lower interest rates seen in July also coaxed increased purchase activity, which, combined with greater refi activity, drove a 3.5% […]
BALTIMORE, Md. /CitizenWire/ — Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. (“Matrix”), a leading independent investment bank, announces that it served as lead advisor on the recapitalization of Watershed Car Wash’s (“Watershed” or the “Company”) portfolio comprised of 30 express tunnel car wash sites.
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, today announced that the company has been awarded a patent for the security spread commitment used in the industry’s largest mortgage asset exchange: MCT Marketplace. The security spread commitment transforms loan auctions, turning shadow bids […]
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Secured Signing, a frontrunner in the realm of digital signature and remote online notarization solutions, is thrilled to unveil a series of substantial upgrades to its Notary Community platform. These enhancements are meticulously crafted to empower notaries to broaden their client base, attract many business opportunities, and optimize their workflow […]
BOALSBURG, Pa. /CitizenWire/ — EnergyCAP, the leading provider of energy and sustainability enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, today announced the appointment of Shawn Lankton as Chief Executive Officer. This decision reflects the Board’s continued and growing optimism across the spectrum of growth opportunities ahead for EnergyCAP.
DENVER, Colo. /CitizenWire/ — ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, has announced its Executive Vice President (EVP) of Compliance Amanda Phillips has been named a 2024 Insider in HousingWire Magazine’s annual award program.
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc. (MCT®), the de facto leader in innovative mortgage capital markets technology, announced today a decrease of 5.67% in mortgage lock volume compared to the previous month. Industry professionals and enthusiasts are invited to download the complete report for comprehensive insights into the market dynamics.
IRVINE, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Informative Research, a leading technology platform that delivers data-driven solutions to the lending community, announced today that Penny Gonzalez, Vice President of Business Process, has been selected by HousingWire magazine for its annual Insiders awards program.
LAKE ZURICH, Ill. /CitizenWire/ — Dovenmuehle Mortgage, Inc. (Dovenmuehle), a leading mortgage subservicing company, announced today that Vice President of the Escrow Department Patricia McCarthy was selected by HousingWire magazine for its annual Insiders awards program.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter), an innovative leader in mortgage technology backed by time-tested loan origination software and leadership, today announced that Craig Rebmann, its product evangelist, has been named a 2024 HW Insider. Now in its ninth year, the HW Insiders program recognizes talented operations professionals laying the foundation of […]
NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Argyle, a platform providing automated income and employment verifications for some of the largest lenders in the United States, today announced its principal mortgage customer success manager Rowdy Harris has been honored as a 2024 HousingWire Insider. Now in its ninth year, the Insiders Award recognizes operational all-stars working […]
BUFFALO, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — LenderLogix, a leading provider of mortgage point-of-sale and automation software for banks, credit unions, independent mortgage banks, and brokers, today announced its integration with automated employment and income technology provider Truv. Through the integration, lenders can now access Truv’s consumer-permissioned data platform through LenderLogix’s point-of-sale (POS) LiteSpeed to obtain direct-to-source income […]
DENVER, Colo. /CitizenWire/ — ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced the release of its Deposit Accounts Audit Pack. The pre-configured audit pack is designed to assist financial institutions with meeting the deposit account monitoring requirements from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation […]
ATLANTA, Ga. /CitizenWire/ — Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry’s leading technology for connecting homebuyers with homebuyer assistance programs, today announced 20-year mortgage industry veteran Brad Cardwell has joined DPR as its vice president of sales and business development.
