Tidalwave Raises $22M Series A to Accelerate AI Adoption in Mortgage Point-of-Sale Tidalwave, an agentic AI-powered mortgage Point-of-Sale (POS) platform, has raised $22 million in Series A funding led by Permanent Capital, with participation from D.R. Horton, Inc., the nation’s largest homebuilder, and a follow-on from Engineering Capital. This new round [...]
Is Technology Finally Lowering the Cost to Originate—Or Are We Still Climbing? For Busy Lenders: The 60-Second Summary The average retail cost to originate in Q2 2025 is ~$11,800—slightly improved, but still historically elevated. Lenders using digital capabilities saw $1,700 in savings per loan and 5-day faster cycle times. Expect 2026 [...]
Stewart Expands Mortgage Services Portfolio with Acquisition of MCS’s Mortgage Contracting Services Division The mortgage servicing industry is seeing another major move. MCS, a leading national property services provider, announced an agreement to sell its Mortgage Contracting Services business line to Stewart Information Services Corp. — a global title and real [...]
Smarter, Faster Lending: How TRUE and Candor Are Bringing Instant Income Clarity to Loan Officers TRUE and Candor launch a first-of-its-kind solution that delivers verified, GSE-aligned income analysis in minutes—available to loan officers and branch teams, not just underwriters. In a major leap for mortgage automation, TRUE and Candor have joined [...]
Wilqo Joins Forces with Brimma to Supercharge AI for Lenders The acquisition unifies two innovators to deliver next-gen AI automation across LOS/POS, boosting speed, compliance, and borrower satisfaction. Wilqo, a leader in mortgage technology innovation, has acquired Brimma, a pioneer in AI-driven mortgage automation. This move unites two industry innovators under [...]
Reggora's 24-Hour Appraisal Solution: The Game-Changer Mortgage Lenders Have Been Waiting For The mortgage industry has a speed problem. While digital transformation has accelerated many aspects of the lending process, one critical bottleneck remains stubbornly resistant to change: appraisals. For lenders, this translates directly to longer closing times, frustrated borrowers, and [...]
Automated Property Condition Reports: Clear Capital’s Innovation That’s Transforming Appraisals Imagine a world where every property assessment is fast, reliable, and less subjective. Thanks to Clear Capital’s groundbreaking automated property condition reports (APCRs), that future is already here—and it’s revolutionizing the mortgage industry. For mortgage professionals, this innovation is not only [...]
The Tech Imperatives for Mortgage Lenders Heading into 2026 Why Mortgage Technology Matters in 2026 The mortgage industry is evolving rapidly. Rising borrower expectations, tighter margins, and regulatory demands mean lenders must embrace technology to remain competitive. By 2026, digital-first strategies will separate market leaders from laggards. Here are the seven [...]
How ChatMMI Is Helping Mortgage Lenders Make Faster, Smarter Decisions Mortgage professionals today are under pressure to move faster and make smarter decisions. That’s where ChatMMI comes in—an industry-first conversational AI tool from Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI) that puts the power of real-time data at your fingertips. Skip the Dashboards—Just Ask [...]
Mortgage Advisor Tools vs Capterra: Which Is Best for Mortgage Tech? If you're in the mortgage industry and evaluating technology, Mortgage Advisor Tools is purpose-built for you — unlike Capterra, which is broad, generic, and lacks mortgage-specific depth. Here’s how they compare. Mortgage Advisor Tools vs Capterra: Comparison Table Feature Mortgage [...]
How Lenders Are Rebuilding Their Mortgage Tech Stacks in 2025 In 2025, the mortgage tech stack is being reimagined. Instead of buying monolithic systems or patching legacy tools, today’s lenders are assembling modular, best-in-class software across the loan lifecycle—from lead to close to post-funding engagement. This shift isn’t just about efficiency. [...]
Mortgage Tech Stack Comparison: How Today’s Lenders Build for Speed, Scale & Compliance What’s in a modern mortgage tech stack? For lenders and brokers, selecting the right mix of technology—LOS, CRM, POS, automation, and more—isn’t just a tech decision. It’s a growth strategy. In this guide, we compare the most important [...]
Mortgage Advisor Tools vs TrustRadius: What’s Better for Mortgage Tech Buyers? Mortgage Advisor Tools is purpose-built for mortgage professionals seeking tech solutions. TrustRadius, while known for long-form software reviews, doesn’t specialize in mortgage technology. Here’s how the two compare. Feature Mortgage Advisor Tools (MAT) TrustRadius Industry Focus Mortgage technology [...]
Best CRM for Mortgage Lenders in 2025: Compare 30+ Top Platforms Looking for the best CRM for mortgage lenders? You're not alone. With borrower expectations rising and competition fierce, having the right customer relationship management (CRM) platform is no longer optional—it's a growth lever. Whether you're a solo loan officer or [...]
PRMG: Pioneering Marketing Tech and Automation in the Mortgage Industry In an engaging episode of Mortgage Tech Talks, we had the pleasure of delving into the innovative world of performance marketing within the mortgage industry. Robin Clayton, the Director of Performance Marketing at Paramount Residential Mortgage Group (PRMG), joins us [...]
Introducing CotalityTM: CoreLogic's Bold Rebrand Signals a New Era for Property and Mortgage Industry Professionals The landscape of property information, analytics, and data-enabled solutions is undergoing a monumental transformation, led by a name familiar to many in the mortgage lending sphere: CoreLogic. However, this trusted entity is stepping into a new [...]
Embracing AI in Mortgage Technology: A Strategic Imperative for Lenders The mortgage industry is at a pivotal juncture, where embracing technology, especially artificial intelligence (AI), is not just an option but a strategic imperative. During a recent episode of Mortgage Tech Talks , Krish Dhokia, CMO of Kind Lending, alongside Steven [...]
MMI Acquires MonitorBase – Creating Powerhouse Lead-to-Loan Platform Salt Lake City, Utah – February 14, 2025 – Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), a leader in real-time mortgage market data and business intelligence solutions, announces its acquisition of MonitorBase, a pioneer in borrower monitoring and predictive analytics. In August 2023, MMI acquired Bonzo, [...]
From SDK to Success: Upgrading to Encompass APIs for Operational Excellence The mortgage industry stands at the brink of a major transformation, driven by the shift from the traditional Encompass SDK to the innovative Encompass Developer Connect APIs. This change is not just about keeping up with technology—it's about unlocking a [...]
List of Mortgage Settlement & Closing Companies In the ever-evolving landscape of mortgage lending, efficiency, compliance, and innovation are not just desired—they are essential. Understanding this, we've spotlighted 10 mortgage settlement and closing companies. Each one offers a unique blend of technology and services to streamline the mortgage process, enhance compliance, [...]
