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FirstSun, First Foundation Merger Expands Mortgage Footprint In Key Markets
Combined $17 billion bank brings together a national mortgage platform and wealth clients, highlighting the continued shift toward relationship-driven lending competition
U.S. Bank Integrates Built Platform To Streamline Construction Lending For Borrowers And Builders
New partnership aims to speed draws, improve transparency, and simplify the homebuilding process
From Awareness to Action: Expanding Access to Homeownership with Rogelio Goertzen
MaxClass CEO LaDonna Lockard sits down with HOME Founder & CEO Rogelio Goertzen to discuss language access, industry accountability, and how collaboration is key to expanding homeownership for every community.
Mortgage Rate Volatility Surges As Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac Ramp Up MBS Buying
Government-backed buyers ramp up mortgage bond purchases as Iran-driven market swings disrupt locks, pipelines, and spring homebuying activity
Trump AI Framework Signals Future Relief, But No Compliance Break Yet
Federal preemption push could simplify compliance long term, but originators must still follow existing state and federal AI laws
CrossCountry Mortgage To Acquire Summit Funding
Deal brings together two high-producing retail lenders as competition for talent, scale intensifies