DART is a lien and eNote registry built on the Provenance blockchain.

Figure has big plans for its loan registry, positioning it as a competition to MERS. To this point, though, Figure’s blockchain-powered DART registry has been used only in its internal platform.

Larger credit unions are increasingly acquiring community banks and reducing mortgage lending in local communities, according to the Independent Community Bankers of America.

Katie Sweeney denied allegations from the Association of Independent Mortgage Experts that she steered sponsorships and contracts away from the trade group for personal gain.

It takes time to build volume for an HEI securitization because of the relatively small size of each HEI contract.

Tricolor Holdings filed for bankruptcy after fraud allegations emerged following a portfolio review by one of its creditors.

Smaller contract sizes on home equity investments have made forward-flow agreements an attractive option for investors.

Democrats in the House offered 14 housing-related bills, many with bipartisan support.

Regulatory challenges and rising origination costs are prompting community banks and credit unions to partner with nonbanks for mortgage lending.

"By rethinking the role of the master servicer, we see significant opportunities to expand our platform and deliver long-term value to clients," said Shane Ross, head of servicing for Newrez.