Redwood launches Aspire securitization shelf with $391M non-QM deal
Redwood Trust closed a $391 million securitization backed by nonqualified mortgages, marking the inaugural deal from its Aspire platform that was expanded in early 2025.
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Better launches ChatGPT-based credit decision engine for mortgage and HELOC lenders
Better.com has launched a conversational credit decision engine that lets mortgage and home equity lenders run underwriting through ChatGPT using the company’s Tinman AI platform.
Experian imposes another price increase on mortgage credit reports, resellers say
Resellers say Experian added another mortgage lender price increase of about 3%, after 2026 credit report hikes reached as much as 50%.
Rocket grows revenue to $6.7B, expands market share in 2025
Rocket CEO Varun Krishna said the results capped a “transformational year” for the company, citing stronger market share and growth.
California-based LenderMac to acquire Direct Mortgage
LenderMac agreed to acquire Direct Mortgage, aiming to expand its footprint and build multichannel lending capabilities.
C2 Financial pushes for nationwide growth, top broker ranking
C2 Financial plans to boost volume beyond 10,000 loans and $5.5 billion, using AI, recruiting and expansion from 42 states to 50.
Huntington Bank’s Carolyn Gorman on expanded mortgage footprint with Cadence, Veritex partnerships
Huntington Bank projects a 50% rise in mortgage production after acquiring Cadence and Veritex, expanding in Texas and the Southeast.
Union Home Mortgage brings on M&A veteran Renee Hildebrand
Union Home Mortgage has shown a strong appetite for mergers and acquisitions by hiring Renee Hildebrand from Guild Mortgage to seek new opportunities, the company announced Tuesday.
Single-file credit proposal reignites debate over savings vs risks
A proposal to replace the longstanding tri-merge credit report with a single-file model has reignited debate over borrower costs and systemic risk, placing trade associations on opposing sides.
NEXA Lending CEO Mike Kortas explains why he’s buying shell companies
NEXA Lending CEO Mike Kortas says the acquisition of shell entities is to form JVs with builders, agencies and strategic partners.