Artificial Intelligence

NAR Technology Survey finds AI gaining traction with Realtors

While it may seem that the real estate industry is constantly overwhelmed by new technology tools, the most popular tool among Realtors remains eSignature, according to the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) 2025 Technology Survey released Thursday.  NAR’s data showed that 79% of survey respondents use eSignature, closely followed by the 75% who reported using […]

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What you missed from day two at Digital Mortgage

The industry’s top technology minds at the National Mortgage News Digital Mortgage Conference in San Diego Wednesday urged mortgage firms to integrate artificial intelligence into their organizations peacefully, or else.  Whereas top lenders on day one urged firms to maintain a human touch, tech lenders on day two advised competitors to get their entire staff

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What you missed from day one at Digital Mortgage

The industry’s largest competitors at the National Mortgage News Digital Mortgage Conference Monday in San Diego agreed that it’s crucial to watch tech adoption by their own staff very closely. And despite countless artificial intelligence solutions, lenders say they’re still prioritizing their originators’ human touch with borrowers. Here are a few takeaways from the first

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Mortgage lenders top banks, credit unions in tech adoption

Mortgage lenders are keeping pace with, and in some cases surpassing, banks and credit unions when integrating new technologies. Enlisting outside expertise can be a deciding factor in how successful these efforts are. National Mortgage News’ Emerging Technology and Artificial Intelligence report surveyed 128 professionals across the banking, credit union and mortgage industries on the

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Miami luxury home prices soar to $1.13 million, nearly triple national average

New construction drives market with $2.29 million average price tag as future builds signal even higher luxury premiums Miami’s real estate market continues to outpace national trends with average home prices reaching $1.13 million, nearly triple the national average of $647,307, according to the latest market data. The city’s luxury segment is driving much of

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North Carolina housing market offers 20% price advantage over national average

The North Carolina housing market delivers significant value for homebuyers. Current data shows 62,710 active listings with an average home price of $519,908. This represents a 19.7% discount compared to the national average of $647,307. The Tar Heel State provides abundant options for first-time buyers, with more than one-third of all listings priced below $300,000.

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Mortgage leaders discuss the future AI-powered workforce

The rise of artificial intelligence has sparked both speculation and angst over what it might mean for mortgage professionals in the future, but the answers might be more encouraging than some expect. Historically, advances in automation eventually brought transformations seen during the Industrial and Information Ages, which were marked by the elimination of certain positions.

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Midwest housing markets defy national days on market trends

Midwest housing markets are demonstrating remarkable resilience against the national trend of extended Days on Market (DOM), with properties in key Midwestern cities selling up to 83% faster than the national average, according to the latest market data. Regional performance outpaces national metrics The national median DOM for single-family homes currently stands at 63 days,

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Tech Pulse: AI for real estate teams; Tech Trendsetter shares insights

Welcome back to Tech Pulse — HousingWire‘s weekly series rounding up the latest in technology news, including tools, integrations and trends that impact mortgage and real estate. Here’s what happened this week: Can AI help real estate teams stand out or make them all look the same? Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming real estate marketing and workflows, but agents are

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Non-QM lender Griffin Funding unveils AI-driven underwriting platform

Griffin Funding has launched an internal artificial intelligence-driven platform designed to help loan officers navigate the complex world of non-QM lending. The tool, known internally as “LIA,” pulls hundreds of pages of program guidelines into a single system and uses AI to deliver tailored answers to loan qualification questions, according to Chloe Shubin, vice president

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