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Friday Harbor introduces dynamic pre-underwriting to help LOs structure deals that qualify and close
SEATTLE, Wash., Feb. 24, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Friday Harbor, an AI pre-underwriting platform that helps loan officers assemble complete and compliant loan files in real time, today announced the launch of Income and Asset Sandbox, a new set of capabilities that allows lending teams to structure income and asset decisions in real time without committing changes prematurely or stepping outside program guidelines. The capabilities are designed to help loan officers structure deals that qualify and close earlier in the origination process.
Industry-first AI/ML-powered forecasting tool headlines extensive lineup of mortgage capital markets innovations unveiled at 2026 Optimal Blue Summit
PLANO, Texas, Feb. 24, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Optimal Blue today announced Virtual Economist, the first on-demand forecasting tool for mortgage capital markets leaders powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML), as the centerpiece of nine platform advancements unveiled at the company's 2026 Summit. Together, the innovations further unify the capital markets profitability experience by connecting forecasting, pricing, hedging, competitive benchmarking and workflow execution within a single, end-to-end platform.
Vertyx and Great Lakes Credit Union launch CUSO to support modernized mortgage servicing for credit unions
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BANNOCKBURN, Ill., and NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 24, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Vertyx, a provider of intelligent mortgage servicing technology built for enhanced portfolio performance, today announced it has partnered with Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU), through its CUSO holding company GLCU Holdings LLC, to launch Vertyx CUSO LLC, a newly formed credit union service organization (CUSO) dedicated to transforming mortgage servicing with a member-first philosophy and shared, credit union focused technology.
Down Payment Resource honors Merri Jo Cowen with 2025 Beverly Faull Affordable Housing Leadership Award
ATLANTA, Ga., Feb. 24, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry's leading technology for connecting homebuyers with homebuyer assistance programs, today announced that 40-year industry veteran Merri Jo Cowen, CEO of Stellar MLS, is the recipient of the 2025 Beverly Faull Affordable Housing Leadership Award.
Dovenmuehle’s 2025 SOC 1 and SOC 2 Type 2 reports underscore high data security standards and robust internal controls
LAKE ZURICH, Ill., Feb. 24, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dovenmuehle Mortgage, Inc., a leading mortgage subservicing company, today announced it has successfully completed its 2025 Service Organization Control (SOC) 1® Type 2 and SOC 2® Type 2 audits. The independent examinations, conducted by public accounting and business advisory firm Plante Moran, PLLC, confirm that Dovenmuehle's internal controls, operational processes and information security practices meet stringent standards for financial reporting integrity and the safeguarding of client data.
Natural Transplants Named #1 Among Top Hair Restoration Clinics in Florida by Miami Living Magazine
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Feb. 24, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As the demand for highly discreet aesthetic procedures continues to rise among executives and high-profile individuals, Natural Transplants, Hair Restoration Clinic, has been officially ranked the number one facility by Miami Living Magazine in its latest feature, "Florida's Top 6 Hair Restoration Clinics for Natural & Undetectable Results."
NotaryCam President Brian Webster named a 2026 NMP Industry Titan
HOUSTON, Texas, Feb. 24, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- NotaryCam®, a Stewart-owned company and a pioneering provider of remote online notarization (RON) and identity verification / authentication technology for real estate and legal transactions, today announced President and CEO Brian Webster has been honored by National Mortgage Professional (NMP) as a 2026 Industry Titan. The NMP Industry Titan award spotlights experienced mortgage professionals whose dedicated efforts drive the industry forward.
ACES Quality Management CEO Trevor Gauthier Named 2026 NMP Industry Titan
DENVER, Colo., Feb. 24, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ACES Quality Management® (ACES), a leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, announced today that CEO Trevor Gauthier has been named a 2026 Industry Titan by National Mortgage Professional (NMP). The Industry Titan Award recognizes mortgage professionals whose leadership, innovation and long-term contributions have shaped the industry.
National Mortgage Professional names Class Valuation’s Jon Tallinger an Industry Titan for 2026
TROY, Mich., Feb. 24, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Class Valuation, a leading real estate appraisal management company (AMC), announced today that Chief Growth Officer Jon Tallinger has been named a 2026 Industry Titan by National Mortgage Professional (NMP). Tallinger, who is based in Birmingham, Michigan, has spent 24 years in the mortgage industry and was the first employee at Class Valuation.
FirstClose co-founder Tim Smith named 2026 NMP Industry Titan
AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 24, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FirstClose™, a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, announced today that co-founder and Chief Growth Officer Tim Smith has been named a 2026 Industry Titan National Mortgage Professional (NMP). The Industry Titan Award recognizes mortgage professionals whose leadership, innovation and long-term contributions have shaped the industry.
National Mortgage Professional names Floify’s Jason Mapes as a 2026 Industry Titan
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BOULDER, Colo., Feb. 24, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Floify, the mortgage industry's leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced that Head of Sales Jason Mapes has been named an Industry Titan by National Mortgage Professional (NMP) for 2026. The Industry Titan designation recognizes individuals whose leadership and influence have helped shape the mortgage industry.
National Solo Aging Expert Dr. Sara Zeff Geber to Lead Hillcrest LaVerne Seminar on Planning for a Secure Future
LA VERNE, Calif., Feb. 23, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Hillcrest, a senior living community in La Verne, Calif., is hosting nationally recognized solo aging expert Dr. Sara Zeff Geber, PhD, founder of LifeEncore, for an educational seminar focused on preparing solo agers for the future. The free event will take place on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and will cover legal and financial strategies for maintaining independence. A solo ager is defined as anyone, single or partnered, who does not have children or is aging alone for any reason.
Black Friday Opens Door for Global Brands to Win the World’s Most Powerful Retail Moment
MIAMI, Fla., Feb. 23, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Black Friday, the most recognized and influential name in global retail, is officially expanding beyond a single day-offering banks, global retailers, technology platforms, and brands worldwide a new opportunity to win with the most powerful shopping identity ever created, Empire License, Inc. announced today.
Las Vegas: Emerging as a Prime Market for First-Time Home Buyers
LAS VEGAS, Nev., Feb. 23, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In recent years, Las Vegas has undergone a significant transformation in its real estate landscape, emerging as an attractive market for first-time home buyers, eXp Realty announced today. Historically known for its vibrant entertainment scene and rapid development, the city has experienced shifts in affordability, inventory, and economic stability that now make it an appealing choice for those purchasing their first home.
FirstClose and TruStage form partnership to accelerate dynamic credit union lending documentation
AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 19, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FirstClose™, Inc., a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, today announced a strategic partnership with TruStage to embed TruStage's dynamic document engine within the FirstClose platform.
Fahe Launches Multi-State Housing Can’t Wait Campaign to Confront the Economic and Workforce Impact of Housing Shortages
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BEREA, Ky., Feb. 19, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Fahe today announced the expansion of its Housing Can't Wait® initiative through a coordinated, multi-state advocacy campaign designed to elevate housing as a central economic and workforce priority across Appalachia. Across Appalachia, housing shortages are not accidental.
Independent Service Center Becomes Vanderhall Owners’ Fix-It Hub After OEM Falls Short
PLAINFIELD, Ill., Feb. 18, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Premiere Motorsports announces the official launch of the nation's first dedicated Vanderhall service center - Premiere Service & Performance - positioning itself as the go-to resource for Vanderhall owners seeking expert solutions to known manufacturer defects and design limitations.
Secured Signing Reaches a Major Milestone: Now SOC 2® Type 2 Compliant
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Feb. 18, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Secured Signing, a leader in Digital Signatures and Remote Online Notarization (RON) solutions, is proud to announce that it has officially achieved SOC 2® Type 2 compliance. This isn't just another certificate on the wall. Following a grueling, comprehensive audit by the experts at Sensiba LLP, this achievement serves as a formal, third-party validation of our unwavering commitment to protecting your most sensitive information.
ACES Q3 2025 Mortgage QC Industry Trends Report shows concentrated rise in critical defects as income and compliance findings increase
DENVER, Colo., Feb. 18, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, today announced the release of its quarterly ACES Mortgage QC Industry Trends Report covering Q3 2025. The report analyzes post-closing quality control data derived from the ACES Quality Management & Control® software.
Tratta Releases 2026 Reality Check Debt Collection Industry Report
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BRAINERD, Minn., Feb. 18, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Tratta announces the release of "The 2026 Reality Check: The Widening Gap Between Digital Ambition and Maturity," a new industry survey report examining how debt collection agencies, legal recovery firms, and original creditors are progressing in their digital transformation efforts.
Jenner’s Pond Introduces Spacious, Newly Designed Cottages Designed for How Older Adults Want to Live: Connected, Independent, and at Ease
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WEST GROVE, Pa., Feb. 18, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Jenner's Pond in Chester County, one of Simpson's Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs), offers spacious cottages with new finishes, designed for today's active, modern elders looking for alternatives or to upsize to a forever home. With up to 3,600 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, the cottages provide an option to skip the condo phase and settle directly into a 62+ Life Plan Community.
BEAM Collaborative and Murphy Business Sales Announce Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Local Businesses and Keep Them Local
PITTSBURGH, Pa., Feb. 17, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- BEAM Collaborative, a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening local businesses and keeping them locally owned, today announced a strategic partnership with Murphy Business Sales - West Pittsburgh, a leading full-service business brokerage firm serving Western Pennsylvania.
3rd3rd Marketing and AgingIN Tackle Senior Living’s Workforce Crisis
SEATTLE, Wash., Feb. 17, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As senior living communities continue to navigate workforce challenges that directly impact care quality and operations, 3rd3rd Marketing and AgingIN are partnering to present a timely webinar: "Workforce That Stays: Creative Strategies to Attract, Inspire, & Retain a Mission-Driven Team" on Friday, February 27, geared toward senior living executives, HR professionals, and community leaders looking to build a sustainable workforce.
Finding Humor in the Hardest Moments: Jane Rogers Shares a Hilariously Honest Memoir About Life with Epilepsy
OTTAWA, Ontario, Canada, Feb. 17, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- What happens when your brain becomes your most unpredictable sidekick? In "Laughing Through the Storm: Life with Epilepsy: Unpredictable, and Unexpectedly Funny" (ISBN: 978-1834189024; paper) released January 2026 by Tellwell publishing. Author Jane Rogers brings raw honesty, unexpected hilarity, and deeply human insight to the epilepsy journey-one seizure, one hospital visit, and one awkward moment at a time.
OCCU selects Floify to support scalable, member-centric lending
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BOULDER, Colo., Feb. 17, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Floify, the mortgage industry's leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced that OCCU has selected Floify to support its next phase of member-centric lending and long-term growth. OCCU is a member-owned, not-for-profit credit union based in Eugene, Oregon, with more than 284,000 members.
Run 2 The Rescue Featured in PEOPLE – Major National Spotlight Amplifies Mission to Save Dogs from China’s Dog Meat Trade
NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 17, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Run 2 The Rescue, a Sag Harbor-based nonprofit with rescue operations and a shelter in Beijing, China, has been featured in PEOPLE in an exclusive story highlighting the dramatic transformation of Kronk, an injured Malamute rescued from the dog meat trade.
Southeastern Cave Conservancy, Inc., Purchases Mill Hole Cave and Surrounding Lands
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Feb. 14, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Southeastern Cave Conservancy, Inc. (SCCi) announced today the successful acquisition of Mill Hole Cave, along with 76 acres of surrounding land. Located in Jackson County, Alabama, the Mill Hole Preserve adjoins the Skyline Wildlife Management Area, marking SCCi's 39th preserve.
ACES Quality Management Earns 2026 HousingWire TECH100 Company Recognition
DENVER, Colo., Feb 13, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ACES Quality Management® (ACES), a leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, today announced HousingWire has named ACES a 2026 TECH100 winner for the twelfth consecutive year.
Virtual Staging Struggles to Sell Real Estate
NAPA, Calif., Feb. 12, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Staging Collective, a growing organization of more than 45 leading staging companies in North America, sees the challenges that virtual staging creates for consumers in purchasing homes every day. Though there is growing investment in virtual and AI design tools, particularly at Zillow, this group of business owners know that virtually staged homes take longer to sell than homes being traditionally staged after lingering on the market virtually staged.
Hillcrest Gallery Showcases Ganesha High School Student Art Honoring Black History Month
LA VERNE, Calif., Feb. 12, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Gallery at Hillcrest will host an on-site showcase of advanced art by Ganesha High School students in grades 10 through 12, opening February 20 in celebration of Black History Month. Hillcrest is a nonprofit senior community that supports local artists through its on-campus gallery.
ViewTech Borescopes Brings Cost-Saving Inspection Solutions to NDTMA Annual Conference Debut in Las Vegas
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Feb. 12, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ViewTech Borescopes, North America's leading seller of video borescopes, will be exhibiting for the first time at the Nondestructive Testing Management Association (NDTMA) Annual Conference. The annual event is scheduled to take place this year from February 17-19, 2026, at the Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.
January 2026 Surges with a 22% Increase in New Industrial Projects Erasing December’s Decline of 20%
JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla., Feb. 12, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Industrial SalesLeads released its January 2026 New Planned Capital Project Spending Report for the Industrial Manufacturing sector, highlighting a strong rebound in project activity. The Firm monitors planned industrial capital investments across North America, including plant expansions, new facility construction, and major equipment modernization initiatives.
Soap Opera Magazine Names Veteran Daytime Journalist Amber Sinclair as Editor-in-Chief; Explores Return to Print Edition
ONTARIO, Canada, Feb. 12, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Soap Opera Magazine, a leading digital publication covering daytime television, today announced the appointment of Amber Sinclair as Editor-in-Chief. Sinclair, a veteran entertainment journalist with more than a decade of experience in the soap opera industry, will lead editorial strategy, content development, and audience growth as the publication enters its next phase of expansion - including exploring the launch of a print edition.
Jenner’s Pond and Simpson Meadows Lead with First In-State Comfort Matters® Memory Care with Accreditation
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WEST GROVE, Pa., Feb. 12, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Simpson announces its memory care programs at Jenner's Pond and Simpson Meadows are the first in Pennsylvania to receive the prestigious Comfort Matters® accreditation, and one of only 43 worldwide. The distinction recognizes Simpson's commitment to providing person-directed dementia care that prioritizes comfort, dignity, and emotional well-being for individuals living with dementia.
Elder Care Reforms, Advances and Call to Action: AgingIN’s Elevate Eldercare Podcast Tackles Long-Term Care Challenges
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BALTIMORE, Md., Feb. 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AgingIN, a global leader in long-term care culture transformation, released a special episode of the Elevate Eldercare podcast today, featuring a candid conversation between AgingIN CEO Susan Ryan and Susie Singer Carter, creator of the documentary "No Country for Old People." The episode explores the film's unflinching look at aging services and calls for a multilayered movement grounded in accountability, public pressure, and cultural change.