True Footage lands $40M Series C as appraisal industry hits ‘critical’ AI phase
True Footage raises $40M Series C to scale its staff appraiser model and data platform as UAD 3.6 and AI reshape home valuations.
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Residential contractors remain AI-skeptical early on, report finds
ServiceTitan’s 2026 Residential State of the Trades report shows 25% of contractors use AI meaningfully while nearly 50% lack trust. Labor, overhead, and materials are top 2026 risks, and 73% of customers prioritize clear upfront pricing.
A capital-light, local model could power this off-site builder’s plan to scale
Reframe Systems is scaling a distributed microfactory model for modular and panelized housing, targeting high-cost markets. The company expects 48 unit deliveries in 2026, with a goal of up to 200 units in 2027 as its first full-scale microfactory site comes online.
Better bets on ChatGPT as the new front door for origination
Better says Tinman makes underwriting accessible through ChatGPT, shifting decisions from LOS workflows into an AI layer for lenders.
PartnerOne finalizes acquisition of Mortgage Cadence
PartnerOne has completed its acquisition of Mortgage Cadence, adding another long-standing mortgage technology platform to the portfolio of the global enterprise software group.
Lower launches Movoto Advantage for solo real estate agents
Lower rolled out Movoto Advantage, a subscription program with about 200 agents, routing live consumer transfers to one vetted agent per market.
TransUnion launches tool to bolster Realtor safety, fight fraud
The app allows agents to validate legal property ownership before listing and conduct personal safety checks using a phone number.
Why modular construction fits high-cost custom markets
Plant Prefab says modular and panelized methods cut build time 25% to 50% and reduce waste about 40% per square foot.
Trump’s AI policy framework calls for single federal standard
Trump’s AI framework lists six priorities and urges one national standard, as mortgage tech leaders cite delays from state-by-state rules.
BFS CEO Jackson maps a bigger role in homebuilding workflows
Builders FirstSource details how BFS’ full-stack supply, installation and digitial services support homebuilders.