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#fintech
from24/7 Wall St.
4 hours ago
Venture

Upstart Soars 14%, Affirm Climbs 7%: Two Fintech Disruptors Signal the Sector May Be Turning a Corner

Fintech lending stocks Upstart and Affirm show signs of recovery as investors reassess growth potential after significant declines in 2026.
fromTearsheet
2 months ago
US politics

Micro case studies: The feud over interest rate caps and the murky future of agentic commerce - Tearsheet

Interest rate caps squeeze bank/card profitability and credit supply, creating growth opportunities for fintechs to capture underserved consumers and SMBs with tailored lending products.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
4 hours ago

Upstart Soars 14%, Affirm Climbs 7%: Two Fintech Disruptors Signal the Sector May Be Turning a Corner

Fintech lending stocks Upstart and Affirm show signs of recovery as investors reassess growth potential after significant declines in 2026.
fromTearsheet
2 months ago
US politics

Micro case studies: The feud over interest rate caps and the murky future of agentic commerce - Tearsheet

#debt-management
Bootstrapping
fromFortune
1 day ago

Debt management plan vs. debt relief | Fortune

Debt management plans and debt relief programs offer strategies for managing debt, with specific benefits and drawbacks for each option.
Bootstrapping
fromFortune
5 days ago

How to get out of debt: 9 proven strategies that actually work | Fortune

Identifying the causes of debt is essential for effective elimination strategies.
Bootstrapping
fromFortune
1 day ago

Debt management plan vs. debt relief | Fortune

Debt management plans and debt relief programs offer strategies for managing debt, with specific benefits and drawbacks for each option.
Bootstrapping
fromFortune
5 days ago

How to get out of debt: 9 proven strategies that actually work | Fortune

Identifying the causes of debt is essential for effective elimination strategies.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
8 hours ago

Mortgage applications up 1.8% as refinance jumps 5%

Mortgage rates declined to 6.42%, supporting an increase in refinance applications despite subdued purchase activity due to economic uncertainty.
#ai-governance
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 hours ago

GSE AI governance rules hit lenders and servicers

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac established new AI governance standards for mortgage lenders, impacting operations beyond underwriting and requiring comprehensive documentation and controls.
fromIrish Independent
13 hours ago

Money Talks: How to pay off your mortgage ahead of schedule with personal finance blogger Ellie Kistnen

I grew up at a time where we got loans for everything. We wanted to go on holiday, we booked the holiday, and then we'd go to the credit union. You'd get one of the little small loans, and then credit cards were so accessible.
Relationships
#credit-cards
Cryptocurrency
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

I've Always Paid with a Debit Card, But Is a Credit Card Better?

Using a credit card can build credit, earn rewards, and provide better consumer protections compared to debit cards.
fromIndependent
1 week ago
Relationships

'If you are using credit cards to take out cash, you need to cut up your card' - money experts share their credit card dos and don'ts

Cryptocurrency
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

I've Always Paid with a Debit Card, But Is a Credit Card Better?

Using a credit card can build credit, earn rewards, and provide better consumer protections compared to debit cards.
fromIndependent
1 week ago
Relationships

'If you are using credit cards to take out cash, you need to cut up your card' - money experts share their credit card dos and don'ts

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
16 hours ago

High street businesses turn to flexible finance as cost pressures bite - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Revenue-based finance allows repayments to fluctuate with takings, offering businesses greater flexibility during quieter trading periods. This model is increasingly favored by high street businesses facing financial pressures.
London startup
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

MBA: Mortgage rates, inflation will stay elevated through 2026

Monthly job growth averaged about 15,000 in 2025 and has risen to roughly 70,000 so far in 2026, although the data remains volatile and subject to revision.
Business
European startups
fromIndependent
1 day ago

'Today, no, we won't be offering mortgages' - Monzo chief shares expansion plans as UK neobank enters Irish market

Monzo has launched in Ireland, aiming to compete with Revolut by offering superior customer service and anti-fraud tools.
Digital life
fromScary Mommy
2 days ago

18 Genius (& Kind Of Unhinged) Ways Real People Are Paying Down Their Debt

Various unconventional strategies exist for paying down debt, including selling items, side hustles, and unique income-generating activities.
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Reverse mortgages should reenter retirement plans amid policy risk

Older Americans are delaying retirement and shifting investments due to increased financial uncertainty and anxiety about policy changes.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

OpenAI has bought AI personal finance startup Hiro | TechCrunch

OpenAI acquired Hiro Finance, a personal finance startup, to enhance its financial planning capabilities and bring in new talent.
#federal-reserve
US Elections
fromFortune
2 days ago

Investors are writing off any move from the Fed this month-collapsing talks in Iran have sealed the deal | Fortune

Investors expect the Federal Reserve to maintain interest rates at 3.5%-3.75% amid rising oil prices due to tensions with Iran.
Non-profit organizations
fromFortune
4 days ago

Fed seeks details on U.S. banks' exposure to private credit firms | Fortune

The Federal Reserve is investigating US banks' exposure to private credit due to rising redemptions and troubled loans in the industry.
US Elections
fromFortune
2 days ago

Investors are writing off any move from the Fed this month-collapsing talks in Iran have sealed the deal | Fortune

Investors expect the Federal Reserve to maintain interest rates at 3.5%-3.75% amid rising oil prices due to tensions with Iran.
Non-profit organizations
fromFortune
4 days ago

Fed seeks details on U.S. banks' exposure to private credit firms | Fortune

The Federal Reserve is investigating US banks' exposure to private credit due to rising redemptions and troubled loans in the industry.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Trump officials may be encouraging banks to test Anthropic's Mythos model | TechCrunch

Bank executives are encouraged to use Anthropic's Mythos model to detect vulnerabilities, despite its limited access and ongoing legal issues.
Online Community Development
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

CDFIs could draw institutional capital for climate projects

There is a strong desire for collaboration between institutional investors and community development financial institutions, but barriers exist due to perceived risks and lack of standardization.
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

Mortgage defaults hit two-year high as Iran crisis drives borrowing costs sharply higher

Britain faces rising mortgage defaults and credit strain due to the Iran crisis and increased borrowing costs.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago

I grew up lower middle class and the thing nobody explains is how the financial anxiety doesn't leave when the money arrives. You can have six months of savings and still feel the phantom weight of an empty account because your nervous system was calibrated in a house where the math never quite worked and it stored that frequency permanently - Silicon Canals

Chronic stress from childhood financial instability affects adult behavior and emotional responses to money.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
15 hours ago

The rise of HELOCs: What it means for originators in today's market

Homeowners are increasingly using HELOCs to access cash while retaining low mortgage rates, creating opportunities for originators.
Writing
fromIndependent
6 days ago

Rosemary McCabe: 'Within five years, I'd opened six credit cards and, between me and my husband, we now have a total debt of $78,000'

Borrowing money casually can lead to dangerous financial consequences, especially in a predatory credit culture.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
6 days ago

Colleges cut spending, raise funds as new loan limits for parents loom

New borrowing limits for Parent Plus loans pressure colleges to increase financial aid, but many may struggle to meet the demand.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Financial risk management platform Pillar raises $20M seed in round led by a16z | TechCrunch

Pillar raised $20 million to automate hedging for commodity-driven businesses using AI to manage financial risk.
Cryptocurrency
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Money market funds: 3 things you should know about using them in your portfolio

Money market funds invest in short-term, high-quality debt instruments, aiming for a stable $1.00 net asset value while offering higher yields than savings accounts.
#private-credit
Business
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Jamie Dimon says private credit defaults are not threat to major banks

JP Morgan's CEO believes the private credit market downturn won't threaten financial stability, requiring significant losses to impact major banks.
Business
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Jamie Dimon says private credit defaults are not threat to major banks

JP Morgan's CEO believes the private credit market downturn won't threaten financial stability, requiring significant losses to impact major banks.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Reeves arrives at IMF with little leeway to prove its UK downgrade wrong

The Iran war significantly impacts the UK economy, leading to a forecasted growth downgrade and rising inflation and unemployment rates.
European startups
fromFortune
3 days ago

'People are trying to be creative': Tariff-battered American companies are so cash-starved they are using refund claims as collateral for loans. | Fortune

The Supreme Court's ruling on tariffs may lead to $166 billion in refunds for U.S. importers, but many companies face financial struggles.
Artificial intelligence
fromTearsheet
6 days ago

For U.S. Bank, embedded finance was step one. The self-reinforcing model is step two. - Tearsheet

U.S. Bank is enhancing partner API integrations with a generative AI assistant to streamline processes and expand its market reach.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

JPMorgan, Wells Fargo mortgage volumes missed the mark in Q1 2026

JPMorgan Chase's origination volume hit $13.7 billion in the first quarter, down 14% from the prior quarter and up 46% from the same period last year. Retail channels drove most of the production, accounting for 63.5% of the total. The bank's home lending revenues reached $1.23 billion in the first quarter, up 2% year over year.
Real estate
fromTearsheet
2 days ago

Consumer banking is back in focus - and looks nothing like 2019 - Tearsheet

Leading US banks are not just going digital; they are realizing that digital savings and loans alone do not ensure sustained engagement or profitability. These services must connect to the banks' core strengths: trust, scale, and long-term financial relationships.
Business
Bootstrapping
fromIndependent
4 days ago

How to avoid the moneylender pitfalls catching out vulnerable borrowers in Ireland

Short-term loans offer quick cash but often come with hidden costs due to confusing interest rates.
Higher education
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 days ago

Trump's Treasury is taking over millions of student-loan accounts. Obama tried this, and it didn't succeed.

The federal student-loan portfolio is being transferred to the Treasury Department, raising challenges for borrowers, especially those in default.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

US summoned bank bosses to discuss cyber risks posed by Anthropic's latest AI model

US Treasury secretary convened bank chiefs to address cybersecurity risks from Anthropic's AI model, Claude Mythos, which poses unprecedented threats.
Real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

REM's 9.6% dividend yield faces a test as mortgage spreads narrow in 2026

iShares Mortgage Real Estate ETF offers a 9.22% dividend yield, focusing on mortgage REITs with a narrow interest rate spread.
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Why your credit score might be slipping even if you're doing everything right

The average American's FICO score is now down to 714 - a two point decline over the course of the last year, reflecting a troubling trend in credit health.
Education
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 days ago

World Liberty Financial Borrows Millions on Dolomite, Defends WLFI Collateral

World Liberty Financial borrowed millions in stablecoins on Dolomite, raising concerns over collateral risks and pool concentration in DeFi.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Why venture lenders are paying monthly dividends while banks retreat

Trinity Capital Inc. provides loans to growth-stage companies and pays a monthly dividend of $0.17 per share, yielding approximately 13.5%.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

I got a 10,000 loan for my nursing degree. Now they say it's an error and I have to pay it back

David Robinson, who completed a one-year postgraduate diploma in adult nursing, was informed that his course was ineligible for maintenance loans, requiring repayment at an accelerated rate.
Higher education
Bootstrapping
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Unsecured vs Secured Business Loans: Which One Gets Approved Faster?

Approval speed is crucial for business loans, with secured loans offering lower risk and costs compared to unsecured loans.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

CLO equity stress test reveals the danger behind 22% yields

Oxford Square Capital Corp. faces risks to its high yield due to declining performance in its CLO equity investments.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

From loan pools to consumer wallets: The ripple effects of credit score lender choice

The FHFA directed approval of two credit scores despite GSEs recommending only FICO 10T, and a lender-choice model between FICO and VantageScore will create pricing inconsistencies and risk measurement challenges in the secondary mortgage market.
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

loanDepot, Figure team on express home loan and equity products

The 55 HomeLoan is structured to deliver approvals in as little as five minutes and funding in as few as five days, providing borrowers with a cash-like option for speed and certainty of close.
Real estate
#mortgage-underwriting
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Verification first: Why mortgage lending must rethink income and how it actually works

Mortgage underwriting needs to evolve from document-driven methods to assessing income behavior for better risk evaluation.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Verification is the new credit score

The mortgage industry's core challenge is data confidence and reconciliation across multiple independent systems, not processing speed, as traditional credit scores cannot validate the consistency and reliability of increasingly complex data sources.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Borrowers have a new agent. Is your organization built for it?

AI is shifting negotiating power from lenders to borrowers, requiring institutions to adapt or risk losing competitive advantage.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 weeks ago

FTC Warns Visa, Mastercard, Paypal, Stripe as Debanking Concerns Shake US Financial Access

Federal regulators are intensifying scrutiny of payment giants over account restrictions that may conflict with consumer expectations and policies.
Online marketing
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 month ago

Balancing Credit Building with Credit Caution - Social Media Explorer

Build credit steadily and intentionally through consistent, responsible use rather than aggressive account opening, as time and payment history matter more than rapid activity.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

What changes are coming to credit score files and what does it mean for you?

Your credit file (or credit report) is a detailed, six-year history of your borrowing, repayment behaviour, and financial public records. It includes payments for credit cards, loans, mortgages, mobile contracts, and utilities. Lenders check credit files to decide whether to approve applications and what interest rate to offer.
EU data protection
Real estate
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Your money questions: Is it possible to switch my mortgage from the bank to a local credit union?

Switching mortgages to credit unions is increasingly common as members seek local financial management and competitive interest rates.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

NEXA Lending targets recurring income model for loan originators

NEXA's initiative allows loan originators to access recurring revenue from mortgage servicing rights, enhancing alignment with long-term loan outcomes.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Hawley probes FICO mortgage credit score pricing

An 88% operating margin and a compound annual growth rate of 100% in per-score pricing over five years are not hallmarks of a competitive market.
Real estate
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Why Chasing More Revenue Won't Fix Your Financial Struggles

Pursuing revenue growth without stabilizing internal systems, costs, and processes amplifies inefficiencies and creates fragile, unsustainable businesses instead of profitable ones.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

What are my rights as a borrower? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Taking out a loan can feel like stepping into unfamiliar territory. Questions pile up fast. How much can they charge me? What happens if I miss a payment? Can they call my workplace? Here's what most borrowers don't realize. Singapore's Moneylenders Act grants you significant legal protections. These aren't suggestions lenders can ignore. They're enforceable rules backed by the Ministry of Law. Every licensed money lender operating in Singapore follows them. No exceptions.
Law
Miscellaneous
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

How does a personal loan work? From bank loans to alternative financing options - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Personal loans are unsecured borrowings repaid in fixed monthly installments, approved based on credit profile and income, commonly used for debt consolidation, emergencies, and home improvements.
#mortgage
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Lower rates aren't enough: What mortgage lenders and servicers must do to set spring homebuyers up for long-term success

Interest rates easing may improve buyer sentiment, but sustainable homeownership relies more on managing cash flow than just lower rates.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago
Real estate

AI training for loan officers: Why AI proficiency is critical for helping borrowers

Effective AI use as an assistive tool enhances loan officers' preparation, education, and speed while preserving human judgment, accountability, and compliance.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Lower rates aren't enough: What mortgage lenders and servicers must do to set spring homebuyers up for long-term success

Interest rates easing may improve buyer sentiment, but sustainable homeownership relies more on managing cash flow than just lower rates.
fromTearsheet
2 months ago

Micro case studies: The feud over interest rate caps and the murky future of agentic commerce - Tearsheet

If this is enacted-and that's a big if, though part of me hopes it is-we would likely see a significant contraction in industry credit card lending. Credit card issuers simply won't be able to sustain profitability at a 10% rate cap,
US politics
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 weeks ago

Banks eye mortgage growth if Basel III capital rules ease

Bank executives anticipate Basel III recalibration could increase mortgage and MSR attractiveness through lower risk weights and LTV-sensitive capital requirements, though implementation is expected to be gradual.
Digital life
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'Gaps in employment can be a red flag' - financial experts reveal the reasons why your mortgage or loan application may be rejected

Lenders review account activity and request loan and credit card statements; poorly managed accounts or credit use can harm loan applications.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

A 'Shark Tank' alum needed cash to pay tariffs. This shadowy lending world was ready

"Point me in the direction of what dollar amount you need, and we'll get it priced out and funded today!" It's Bella, it's Jake, it's Zevi strangers offering quick cash to help Joshua Esnard's small business in North Carolina. How does $350,000 sound? Or $768,000 and up to $900,000? Approval in an hour, they say, money in a day. "No gimmicks, Joshua." "No hidden fees, No BS."
US news
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 weeks ago

The industry's quiet first line of defense

Title agents perform critical fraud detection work during real estate transactions that remains largely invisible to buyers, sellers, and lenders despite being more important than the visible closing process.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

When money is scarce, every choice counts: Bank, cash, or credit?

I have not touched a paper note for months. I don't even have money to pay for a taxi. Now we walk a lot, for long distances. Palestinians in Gaza use the Israeli currency, the shekel, in their daily transactions, and depend on Israel to supply banks with new banknotes and coins.
World news
fromTearsheet
3 months ago

Deposits vs. Payments - What drives more value for banks today? - Tearsheet

There was a time when banks and fintechs competed mostly on bells and whistles: smoother apps, faster checkout, appealing rewards. But in the world of public markets and quarterly earnings, functionality gives way to fundamentals.
Venture
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How AI is rewriting 70 years of lending rules

For most of modern finance, one number has quietly dictated who gets ahead and who gets left out: the credit score. It was a breakthrough when it arrived in the 1950s, becoming an elegant shortcut for a complex decision. But shortcuts age. And in a world driven by data, digital behavior, and real-time signals, the score is increasingly misaligned with how people actually live and manage money.
Artificial intelligence
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Is it time to bring banks back to the mortgage business?

Mortgage loan origination collapsed from 14.2 million in 2021 to under 5 million in 2023, with independent mortgage banks filling the gap while maintaining quality, yet regulators and industry leaders argue banks should re-engage to restore competition and customer relationships.
Business
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Money experts on the pros and cons of borrowing - and whether they have any loans themselves

Debt can be categorized as good or bad depending on whether it finances appreciating assets or depreciating expenses, making strategic borrowing potentially beneficial despite cultural stigma against all debt.
fromRedfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More
1 month ago

Can You Get a Mortgage on Land? Land Loan vs Mortgage Explained

In most cases, lenders will not issue a traditional mortgage for land that does not already have a home or building on it. Mortgages are designed for developed properties because houses provide immediate collateral value and are generally easier to sell if a borrower defaults.
Real estate
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Logan Finance rolls out new product tier for high-balance non-QMs

Logan Finance launches Open Road Elevated, a high-balance non-QM lending program offering up to $5 million loans through four specialized pathways for borrowers with complex financial profiles.
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Can You Trust Online Loans? What Singapore Borrowers Should Know

A borrower visits an online money lender's website or app, fills out a digital application form, and uploads the required documents - typically a NRIC, proof of income, and recent bank statements. The lender reviews the application (often within the same day), and if approved, presents a loan contract with the terms spelled out: principal, interest rate, repayment schedule, and fees. Once both parties sign, the funds are disbursed directly to the borrower's bank account.
Business
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Regulators urged to ease bank capital rules for mortgages

Trade groups asked regulators to recalibrate bank capital requirements for residential mortgages, MSRs, and warehouse lending to better reflect current risk and protections.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Lender choice relies on the myth of adverse selection

Mortgage lenders choosing between FICO Classic and VantageScore 4.0 credit scores will not cause adverse selection because regulatory frameworks and GSE controls prevent gaming, and VantageScore 4.0 provides superior risk assessment.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Mortgage defects stabilize as lenders face quality control issues

Quality control staffing stabilized in 2025, but origination cost pressures and volume surges cause fluctuating defect types and levels, increasing buyback and defect risk.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Rate enables crypto assets for mortgage qualification

RateFi lets borrowers use verified, nonliquidated cryptocurrency as qualifying income and reserves for mortgages within existing non-QM frameworks, preserving control and avoiding liquidation.
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