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"We wanted to think about the end-to-end journey, and really thinking about the consumer and not necessarily the transaction," said Nick Stamos, the founder of Sindeo.

Sindeo Brings High-Tech Touch to Originations

San Francisco-based Sindeo is trying to bring the mortgage brokerage business into the future, creating a new online service that focuses on helping consumers navigate the often confusing mortgage process from start to finish.

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FHA Sets New Date for Financial Assessments

Having the extra time for implementation has been helpful because mortgage companies were experiencing difficulties meeting the first deadline for the change in procedure, which affects government-insured reverse mortgages.

Stonegate's Revenue Falls Due to Lower Interest Rates

Total revenue fell for Stonegate Mortgage Corp. in the fourth quarter as lower interest rates and a flattened yield curve hit interest income.

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Activist Investor Urges Sale of Stewart

Stewart Information Services Corp. is being targeted by activist Phil Goldstein, who is urging a sale of the property-title insurer and seeking control of its board.

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Can a borrower who defaulted sue MetLife?

Restaurant owner wants funds to open new location

Seeking loan to buy a hotel in St. Lucia

Pending Sales of Existing Homes Rise to Highest Since 2013

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Housing Market to Benefit from Economic Growth in 2015: Fannie Mae

High-Density Development on Voters' Radar in Los Angeles

Pittsburgh Housing Authority Moving Ahead with More Construction

FHA Premium Cut Keeping Private Sector Out of the Market, Industry Claims

Mortgage Rates Rise on Strong Housing Data

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MOVING ON UP: "Much like people move out of apartments into homes, the same thing applies for owners of small to midsized businesses," says Chris Hurn.

Why This SBA Real Estate Lender Struck Out on His Own — Again

With the economy recovering, Chris Hurn saw an opportunity to start another company focused on Small Business Administration 504 loans — his longtime specialty — and spread the word to business owners about the benefits of owning their facilities.