Newrez bets on AI with strategic investment in startup HomeVision

The top five lender and loan servicer says it’s already using HomeVision’s AI technology to evaluate collateral and will expand its capabilities to create an automated end-to-end underwriting platform, including income, assets and credit. Continue reading

Newrez pays $2.3M to settle Caliber overcharge allegations

California regulators collect $1.8 million fine after accusing Caliber Home Loans of overcharging nearly 5,000 borrowers for interest that accrued before their first mortgage payment was due. Continue reading

Fannie, Freddie regulator issues dozens of orders out of public eye

FHFA Director Bill Pulte tells ‘crypto influencer’ he’s signed more than 80 orders revamping policies and procedures at the mortgage giants, only 12 of which have been made public. Continue reading

Newrez parent company Rithm raising up to $391M in offering

Proceeds from sale of up to 34.5 million shares, which hit a 52-week high on Sept. 19, to be used for corporate purposes that may include future acquisitions, investments or debt repayment. Continue reading

3rd round of layoffs at Newrez brings 2024 job cuts to 750

After cutting nearly 500 jobs after Computershare acquisition, lender to eliminate another 277 positions in August, including senior executives in Colorado, Arizona and Florida. Continue reading

Newrez laying off nearly 500 workers after Rithm acquisitions

Pending layoffs of 420 Newrez employees in Colorado and 53 workers in Florida follow $1.4 billion in acquisitions as parent company Rithm seeks to diversify beyond mortgage lending. Continue reading

Big Keller Williams franchise group launches mortgage JV with Newrez

One of Keller Williams Realty’s biggest franchise groups, Georgia Legacy Group, has teamed up with national mortgage lender and servicer Newrez to launch a joint venture, Onward Home Mortgage. Continue reading