VantageScore 4.0 is coming. But much work needs to be done
Mortgage technology firms, credit reporting bureaus, resellers and the GSEs are feverishly working to get VantageScore 4.0 off the ground.
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FHFA clarifies key VantageScore 4.0 implementation questions
A week after the initial announcement, FHFA Director Bill Pulte answered several key questions about the implementation of VantageScore 4.0.
The bank of mom and dad can strain retirement
The failure-to-launch trend among Gen Z has strained their parents’ finances, with real consequences for their retirement plans.
After the Bayview deal, what’s the refi strategy for Guild Mortgage?
Guild LOs said they have yet to receive any guidance on how the two platforms would collaborate after the deal closes.
Tech Pulse: Realtor.com adds property tax appeal; PropStream expands lead generation
HousingWire’s weekly Tech Pulse series rounds up the latest technology tools, integrations and trends impacting mortgage and real estate.
11 mortgage lead generation ideas to build your client base
Take a look at our top mortgage lead generation ideas to grow your client base and keep the deals flowing.
Westcor joins Fannie Mae title waiver pilot
The pilot, relaunched by Fannie Mae in March 2024, allows approved mortgage lenders to use an automated title review process.
‘Dating the rate’ misled borrowers. Now they’re financially strained
An out-of-date mantra that once lured in prospective homebuyers is being criticized by mortgage originators who say clients were “misled.”
Bilt raises $250M to expand into mortgages, with backing from UWM
Bilt, which operates a loyalty program and credit card that converts rent payments into points, has secured a new funding round led by General Catalyst and GID.
Lawsuit claims Xactus, Equifax, others violated Fair Credit Reporting Act
A suit naming Xactus, Equifax, Citibank and Wells Fargo as defendants was filed in San Bernardino County Superior Court in late May.