Distributed Retail
Matt Payan will focus on implementing Planet's 'fierce desire' to expand its distributed retail footprint
Steve Smith brings 30 years of industry experience to the role
CT-based lender reports $5.11 billion in residential originations, up 28% from the second quarter
The acquisition was confirmed Aug. 13 in a release from Planet Home Lending
That will affect 265 employees in Colorado and Arizona, per the WARN notices
The new partnership is just another step towards Rocket's AI efforts.
Will be directly responsible for all distributive retail sales, including 115 mortgage centers.
Company hires Steve Dieckhaus as area sales manager.
Homebridge will retain its two wholesale divisions.
Spokesman for Phoenix-based IMB said it was not aware of financial issues until after acquisition deal was announced.