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Why 2024 Was a Turning Point for Insurers’ Investment Strategies

In 2024, U.S. insurers leaned more heavily on outsourced investment management than ever before. According to a new report from…

1 year ago

How Specialty Finance Is Integrating ESG with Outsourced Tools in 2025

In 2025, specialty finance lenders are increasingly adopting ESG-aligned products, meeting rising demand for sustainable finance. According to a February…

1 year ago

How Outsourcing Delivers Unmatched Scalability and Flexibility in 2025

In 2025, businesses across all industries are turning to cloud-based outsourcing to manage rapid changes in demand. A May report…

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How Specialty Finance Firms Are Using Outsourced F&A to Cut Costs and Stay Competitive

In 2025, specialty finance firms are facing two major challenges: rising labor costs and a shortage of skilled accounting talent.…

1 year ago

Independent Mortgage Banks Post Losses Again—Margins Squeezed as Costs Stay High

Independent mortgage banks (IMBs) and mortgage subsidiaries of chartered banks reported slight production losses in Q1 2025, according to the…

1 year ago

House Passes VA Partial Claims Bill — A Lifeline for Veterans, a Wake-Up Call for Servicers

The House of Representatives has passed legislation that could permanently reshape the way veteran homeowners are protected from foreclosure. The…

1 year ago

CFPB’s Retreat: Navigating Mortgage Compliance in a Deregulated Era

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), once a formidable force in mortgage regulation, has seen its influence wane significantly in…

1 year ago

FHFA Puts Mortgage Fraud in the Crosshairs—Are You Prepared?

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) is tightening the screws on mortgage fraud—and it’s not just talk. With a public…

1 year ago

Strengthening Fair Lending Compliance: Essential Strategies for Financial Institutions

In the current regulatory landscape, financial institutions face heightened scrutiny regarding fair lending practices. This attention stems not only from…

1 year ago

Behind the Flames: What FHA’s Waiver Means for Lenders and Borrowers

In the wake of the devastating wildfires that tore through Los Angeles County in January 2025, the Federal Housing Administration…

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