California homebuyers will finally get the option to close virtually

Although the timeline is uncertain, the nation’s most populous state is on track to fall in line with 44 others that allow RON, a process that can speed real estate closings. Continue reading

The biggest mortgage, lending and housing finance stories of 2022

The industry dodged a meltdown, but skyrocketing mortgage rates fueled a rush to “right size” and helped crown a new leader in mortgage lending. Continue reading

Proptech investor Paul Hurst sees a ton of opportunity in market shift

The problems that proptechs are trying to solve — inefficiencies in real estate transactions — remain, said Parker89 Managing Director Paul Hurst, while speaking at Connect Now. Continue reading

Notarize lays off 110 employees, cites Sequoia’s warning to startups

Having “created a category” — remote online notarization — CEO Pat Kinsel says the company must evolve to survive a potential downturn. Continue reading

Top mortgage trends every Realtor needs to know about

Nonbanks demonstrate their expertise in meeting consumer expectations of speed, flexibility and digital customer experience; This is something real estate agents can facilitate by embracing processes that deliver the same level of service. Continue reading

After rapid expansion, Notarize hires new chief financial officer

Kartik Ramachandran, a former top executive at Groupon and Activision Blizzard, will help lead the remote notarization startup during a period of rapid growth. Continue reading

Inman announces first round of exhibitors and digital demo session sponsors for ICLV21

Tallahassee, Fla. (Sept. 30, 2021) – Inman Group® announced 45 exhibitors and digital demo session sponsors for Inman Connect Las Vegas, Oct. 26-28, 2021. Continue reading

Americans get comfy with digital transactions: report

A new report from Notarize shows that 81 percent of people in the U.S. feel safe making financial transactions online Continue reading