Income growth and home price moderation are improving buying power, though rate pressure keeps demand fragile

The independent mortgage brokerage plans a phased rollout beginning as early as July 2026, giving affiliated originators a new pathway to recurring servicing-related revenue

Betenbough-backed lending platform underscores shift toward embedded mortgage origination in purchase-driven markets

Veteran housing finance leader brings capital markets expertise as Better scales Tinman AI platform and expands partnerships

Rising stale inventory and longer days on market signal weaker demand, fewer originations, and increased pricing pressure for loan officers

Ruling clarifies that unused HECM funds are contingent assets protected under homestead law, with implications for lenders, servicers, and originators