Your Week at a Glance
What's moving across your accounts
Barrett Financial Group hired
Luke Walker 🔗 as Director of Live Stream Consumer Direct (March start) — he's building a novel livestreaming division and came from VP of Sales at Hoot, 30-day tool decision window still open.
Same branch added
William Pace 🔗 as Director of the same division — two directors standing up a new unit means immediate budget for LO tools.
Freedom Mortgage just closed a $750M acquisition of Seneca Mortgage Servicing (March 16) — 90-day vendor reset window, pitch Homebot as the unifying post-close engagement layer across the combined servicing portfolio.
Guaranteed Rate promoted
Adam Boyd to President of Consumer Lending (April 10) — new C-suite decision maker, relationship-building window open.
LoanDepot partnered with Figure to launch a 5-minute loan product (April 10) with integrated underwriting — speed-to-close focus creates urgency around post-close retention tools like Homebot.
✅ Monday Morning To-Dosspecific actions, named owners, this week
Call
Luke Walker and
William Pace at Barrett Financial — they're 6 weeks into building a livestreaming consumer direct division, tool decisions happening now, Barrett has team pricing at $205/mo Pro.
Freedom Mortgage closed $750M Seneca Mortgage Servicing acquisition March 16 — 90-day vendor reset window, 409 LOs with 0% Homebot penetration, pitch as unified post-close engagement layer for combined MSR portfolio.
Reach out to
Adam Boyd, new President of Consumer Lending at Guaranteed Rate (promoted April 10) — loop CSM Emily Bryan in to show engagement data from existing 170 Homebot seats, pitch expansion to 500+ as consumer lending retention play.
LoanDepot partnered with Figure for 5-minute loan product (April 10) — speed-to-close innovation creates urgency for post-close retention tools, position Homebot as the automated monthly engagement layer for high-volume closings.
Barrett has two known contacts:
Brandon Blaettler (Champion at Sunstreet) and
Trevor Barrett (Owner, prior Homebot relationship) — warm doors into broader account expansion conversation.
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⚡ ACT THIS WEEK · Barrett Financial Group, L.L.C.
Luke Walker (VP of Sales at Hoot, co-creator of nation's first mortgage livestreaming division) joined March 2026 as Director, Live Stream Consumer Direct. William Pace joined same month as Director of the same division. Both are standing up a novel consumer direct channel using livestreaming — brand new unit means fresh budget allocation and immediate tool decisions.
Your Move
Reach out to
Luke Walker and
William Pace this week. Two directors building a division from scratch = greenfield opportunity. Pitch: 'You're building a livestreaming consumer direct channel — Homebot automates the post-close engagement piece so your LOs can focus on live selling. Team pricing available per Barrett's preferred pricing: Pro at $205/mo unlimited clients, Starter at $125/mo.' Reference Luke's background co-creating the Hoot livestreaming model — position Homebot as the backend retention engine for high-velocity livestream acquisition.
Homebot Angle
Livestreaming is top-of-funnel acquisition. Homebot is what happens after — keeps those borrowers engaged monthly with branded home equity reports. Luke and William are building the acquisition machine; Homebot is the retention layer that makes it profitable long-term. Barrett has 890 LOs, 9% penetration — this new division could be the wedge to expand across the company.
⚡ ACT THIS WEEK · Freedom Mortgage Corporation
Freedom Superior LLC (indirect parent of Freedom Mortgage) executed definitive agreement to acquire Seneca Mortgage Servicing LLC and related entities from EJF Capital LP on March 16, 2026. Deal integrates Seneca's experienced servicing team and MSRs portfolio with Freedom's established servicing operations. This is a servicing acquisition, not origination, but creates vendor reset opportunity as systems integrate.
Your Move
Reach out to Freedom's VP of Servicing or Chief Strategy Officer. 90-day post-acquisition integration window is prime time for vendor consolidation. Pitch: 'As you integrate Seneca's servicing portfolio, Homebot gives your LOs a unified post-close engagement platform across both legacy Freedom clients and newly acquired Seneca accounts. Team pricing available — $205/mo Pro plan gets them unlimited contact loading, perfect for absorbing a combined database.' Freedom has 409 LOs, 0% Homebot penetration, 36 job openings (7% anticipated growth) — expansion story.
Homebot Angle
Servicing acquisitions mean larger combined databases per LO. Freedom LOs now have more clients to stay engaged with — Homebot's unlimited contact loading on Pro plan ($205/mo per Barrett-style preferred pricing) makes this a no-brainer for post-integration retention.
⚡ ACT THIS WEEK · Guaranteed Rate, Inc.
Rate appointed Adam Boyd as President of Consumer Lending on April 10, 2026. New C-suite role overseeing consumer originations — fresh decision maker with authority over enterprise tech stack for LO productivity.
Your Move
Reach out to
Adam Boyd directly. New presidents evaluate vendor spend in first 90 days. Pitch: 'Congrats on the promotion. Guaranteed Rate has 1,490 LOs, 11% on Homebot (170 seats active) — Emily Bryan (CSM) can show you the engagement data from your existing users. As you evaluate consumer lending tools, Homebot's per-seat pricing ($195/mo all-in under your enterprise agreement) drives measurable retention: 86% of engaged clients transact with their LO. Low penetration = expansion upside — we can help you scale across the remaining 1,320 LOs.' Loop in Emily Bryan for intro.
Homebot Angle
Presidents of Consumer Lending care about LO productivity and client retention. Homebot delivers both: automated monthly engagement keeps LOs top-of-mind with zero manual effort. Rate already has proof — 11% of LOs using it, strong engagement. Adam's promotion creates a window to pitch expanding from 170 seats to 500+ as a retention strategy for the consumer channel.
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Barrett has 890 LOs, 9% penetration (83 on Homebot), 807 available to capture. Two directors standing up a new livestreaming division = immediate budget + greenfield tool decisions. Brandon Blaettler (Champion at Sunstreet) and Trevor Barrett (Owner, prior Homebot relationship) are warm doors into the broader account. Position the livestreaming division as proof-of-concept for expansion across Barrett's retail channel.
Luke Walker·Director, Live Stream Consumer Direct | Mortgage Loan Originator
From: VP of Sales & Co-Creator of Nation's First Mortgage Livestreaming Division at Hoot
Your Move
Call Luke this week. He's 6 weeks into building a livestreaming consumer direct division from scratch — tool decisions are happening NOW. Lead with: 'You built the livestreaming model at Hoot. Homebot automates what happens after the close — your borrowers get monthly home equity reports branded to you, keeps you top-of-mind for repeat business. Barrett has team pricing: $205/mo Pro gets unlimited contacts, perfect for high-volume livestream acquisition.' Ask about his tech stack — he's likely evaluating CRM, engagement tools, everything.
Homebot Angle
Livestreaming is about volume. Luke's division will close fast, often. Homebot is the retention backend that turns one-time livestream borrowers into lifetime clients. Position as the post-close automation layer that scales with his acquisition velocity.
William Pace·Director, Live Stream Consumer Direct Division
From: Wine Broker at Siena Imports / Live Show Host at Foreign Objects
Your Move
Reach out to William Pace alongside Luke Walker — they're co-leading this division. William's background is live show hosting, not mortgage, which means he's likely deferring tech decisions to Luke or relying on company recommendations. Pitch: 'As you build this livestreaming division, Homebot gives your LOs the automated engagement tool so they can focus on live selling. $125/mo to start, scales to $205/mo Pro as your database grows.' Position as the no-brainer retention add for a high-velocity acquisition model.
Homebot Angle
William is new to mortgage (came from wine/live shows). That makes him MORE open to tools that simplify the backend. Homebot is set-it-and-forget-it monthly engagement — perfect for someone learning the mortgage ops side while focusing on live sales execution.
CrossCountry is in hyper-growth M&A mode with two major acquisitions (Summit + Two Harbors) closing in 2026. The Two Harbors deal is transformational — it creates the #6 non-bank servicer with $370B UPB and positions CCM as a vertically-integrated origination-to-servicing powerhouse. This is a top-tier strategic opportunity for Homebot enterprise expansion.
CrossCountry Mortgage announced on March 27, 2026 that it entered a definitive merger agreement to acquire Two Harbors Investment Corp. (NYSE: TWO) for $10.80 per share in cash, terminating Two Harbors' prior merger with UWM. The deal combines CCM's #1 retail origination platform with Two Harbors' MSR portfolio and RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing LLC, creating a fully integrated mortgage company. Expected to close in H2 2026 pending stockholder and regulatory approvals.
Your Move
Reach out to C-suite (Ron Leonhardt, CEO) immediately to discuss how integrated servicing creates retention opportunities and how Homebot fits into the customer-for-life strategy.
Homebot Angle
The Two Harbors acquisition creates a $370B+ servicing book with 2.8M+ loans — massive recapture and retention opportunity. Homebot becomes critical infrastructure for keeping borrowers engaged across the full lifecycle from origination through servicing.
On March 18, 2026, CrossCountry announced acquisition of Summit Funding Inc., a privately-held mortgage banker headquartered in Sacramento, CA. Summit CEO Todd Scrima will join combined executive team. This follows CCM's pattern of aggressive retail expansion.
Your Move
Double down on current relationship (CSM: Mike Zanatta). Summit brings additional LO base that needs onboarding to Homebot platform.
Homebot Angle
Summit acquisition brings new LO base unfamiliar with Homebot. Opportunity to expand penetration within CCM's growing footprint and position Homebot as standard tech across all acquired brands.
CrossCountry announced record-breaking 2025 performance, maintaining position as nation's #1 retail mortgage lender for third consecutive year. Company brought on elite producers, expanded product portfolio, and introduced new innovations. 679 loan officers recognized on 2026 Scotsman Guide Top Originators list — more than any other lender.
Your Move
Leverage momentum story in renewal conversations. CCM is aggressively recruiting top producers who need differentiation tools.
Homebot Angle
CCM is recruiting the nation's top LOs. Homebot becomes competitive advantage in talent acquisition and retention — elite producers want elite tools.
Freedom has 409 LOs, 0% Homebot penetration, 36 active job openings (7% anticipated growth). Seneca acquisition + Palantir AI partnership = tech-forward lender open to innovation. 90-day post-acquisition vendor reset window + hiring surge = perfect time to pitch enterprise Homebot rollout.
Freedom Superior LLC (indirect parent of Freedom Mortgage) executed definitive agreement to acquire Seneca Mortgage Servicing LLC and related entities from EJF Capital LP on March 16, 2026. Deal integrates Seneca's experienced servicing team and MSRs portfolio with Freedom's established servicing operations. Servicing-focused acquisition, but creates vendor consolidation opportunity as systems merge.
Your Move
Reach out to Freedom's VP of Servicing or Chief Strategy Officer. 90-day integration window = vendor reset opportunity. Pitch: 'As you integrate Seneca's MSR portfolio, Homebot gives your LOs a unified post-close engagement platform. Team pricing available — your LOs can load combined Freedom + Seneca databases into one tool.' Freedom has 409 LOs, 0% Homebot penetration, 36 job openings — growth + integration = perfect storm for enterprise rollout.
Homebot Angle
Servicing acquisitions mean bigger databases per LO. Freedom LOs now service more accounts — Homebot's unlimited contact loading (Pro plan) scales perfectly. Position as the retention layer that makes the newly acquired Seneca MSRs stickier long-term.
Palantir Technologies and mortgage outsourcing firm Moder formed strategic partnership to co-build an AI-powered mortgage operations platform, with Freedom Mortgage as the first pilot customer (announced March 19, 2026). Agentic AI platform targeting mortgage operations — tech-forward move signaling openness to innovation.
Your Move
Use the Palantir partnership as a conversation opener with Freedom's CTO or Chief Product Officer. Pitch: 'You're piloting agentic AI with Palantir for operations — Homebot is the client-facing AI layer. Our Home Digest uses AI-powered AVMs to deliver personalized equity insights monthly. Operations AI + engagement AI = full-stack mortgage innovation.' Frame Homebot as the consumer-facing complement to their backend AI push.
Homebot Angle
Freedom is investing in AI for operations efficiency. Homebot delivers AI-powered engagement on the client side. Position as 'you're automating ops, we automate retention — both powered by AI, both reduce manual LO work.'
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Rate has 1,490 LOs, 11% on Homebot (170 seats), marked as expansion opportunity. Adam Boyd's promotion to President of Consumer Lending + Rate Concierge launch = focus on post-close client experience. Loop CSM Emily Bryan into Adam outreach — she has engagement data from existing 170 seats to prove ROI. Rate appointed Adam Boyd as President of Consumer Lending on April 10, 2026. New C-suite role overseeing consumer originations — fresh decision maker with authority over enterprise tech spend for LO productivity and retention.
Your Move
Reach out to Adam Boyd directly via Emily Bryan (CSM). New presidents audit vendor spend in first 90 days. Pitch: 'Congrats on the promotion. Rate has 1,490 LOs, 11% on Homebot (170 seats active with strong engagement). Emily can walk you through the data: 86% of engaged clients transact with their LO. Low penetration = expansion opportunity — let's scale from 170 to 500+ seats as a consumer lending retention play.' Position as proven internally, ready to expand.
Homebot Angle
Adam owns consumer lending productivity. Homebot delivers measurable retention at scale. Rate already has proof with 170 active seats — this isn't a cold pitch, it's an expansion conversation. Loop Emily Bryan in to show engagement metrics from existing users.
Rate launched Rate Concierge on March 31, 2026 to simplify move-in for homebuyers. Post-close concierge service — signals focus on client experience beyond the transaction.
Your Move
Use Rate Concierge as a conversation angle with Adam Boyd or VP of Product. Pitch: 'You just launched Rate Concierge for post-close experience. Homebot is the monthly engagement layer that keeps clients connected to their LO after move-in. Concierge handles logistics; Homebot handles ongoing financial value via home equity insights. Perfect 1-2 punch for lifetime client retention.' Position Homebot as the long-tail complement to their one-time concierge service.
Homebot Angle
Rate Concierge is tactical (move-in logistics). Homebot is strategic (ongoing monthly value). Together they create a best-in-class post-close experience: immediate help moving in + ongoing home equity intelligence. Pitch as the retention layer that extends beyond the concierge window.
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APM just celebrated 30 years and underwent planned C-suite transition. New CEO Dustin Sheppard is focused on reducing cost to originate while maintaining service standards. Current penetration is 26% with 780 producing LOs — strong account with runway for expansion.
On March 16, 2026, American Pacific Mortgage celebrated its 30-year anniversary (founded 1996). Ned Payant transitioned from CEO to Chairman, while Dustin Sheppard was promoted from President to CEO. APM operates as employee-owned company (49% employee ownership) and is top-10 independent mortgage bank with 780+ producing LOs. Company emphasized continued focus on innovation, growth, and lowering cost to originate.
Your Move
Reach out to new CEO Dustin Sheppard and CSM Connor Parsons to congratulate on milestone and discuss how Homebot supports APM's next 30 years. Leadership transitions create opportunity for strategic reset.
Homebot Angle
APM's 30-year milestone and leadership transition create opportunity to position Homebot as the engagement platform that powers the next generation of APM's customer-for-life strategy. Employee ownership model aligns with tools that help LOs build sustainable books.
Atlantic Bay is celebrating 30 years, winning #1 workplace awards, and making strategic C-suite hires (CRO + CMO). Current penetration is 37% with 232 producing LOs — already a strong account with new executive leadership creating opportunity for deeper partnership. New CRO Richardson will be focused on revenue growth and production expansion.
Atlantic Bay was named the '#1 Best Large Mortgage Company to Work For' by National Mortgage News for the fourth consecutive year. Recognition is based on extensive employee surveys covering leadership, culture, role satisfaction, work environment, training, pay/benefits, and engagement. Company also announced 61 Mortgage Bankers named to Scotsman Guide's 2026 Top Originator rankings.
Your Move
Leverage workplace culture story to position Homebot as a tool that empowers LOs and contributes to Atlantic Bay's award-winning employee experience.
Homebot Angle
Atlantic Bay wins #1 workplace award 4 years running. Homebot is part of the tech stack that makes top LOs want to stay — it helps them build sustainable books and deliver exceptional client experiences.
On April 1, 2026, Atlantic Bay announced Gregory S. Richardson joined as Chief Revenue Officer with 35+ years in mortgage banking and capital markets. Richardson will lead enterprise revenue strategy across production, capital markets, product development and investor relationships. Previously served at Primis Mortgage. Hire follows February appointment of Robyn Zacharias as Chief Marketing Officer.
Your Move
New CRO = opportunity to re-engage at executive level. Schedule intro call with Richardson and CSM Megan Griesser to discuss Homebot's role in revenue growth strategy.
Homebot Angle
New CRO focused on revenue growth and production expansion. Homebot drives repeat/referral revenue and LO productivity — core metrics Richardson will be measured on.
On April 9, 2026, Atlantic Bay announced its 30th anniversary (founded 1996) and continued expansion of AB Cares Foundation charitable initiative. Company has donated $2M+ to nonprofits through AB Cares and organizes annual Week of Service. Also achieved average closing time of 21 days in 2025 vs. industry average.
Your Move
30-year milestone creates opportunity for strategic partnership conversation. Atlantic Bay's community focus aligns with Homebot's mission-driven positioning.
Homebot Angle
Atlantic Bay's 30-year anniversary and community focus align perfectly with Homebot's mission to empower homeownership. Homebot helps AB deliver on its 'customer-first culture' promise throughout the homeownership journey.
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Fairway is expanding beyond traditional mortgage origination into insurance and wealth management partnerships, signaling a shift toward full-service homeownership solutions. Current Homebot penetration is 28% with 1,594 producing LOs — significant whitespace opportunity as Fairway builds out its customer-for-life ecosystem.
On February 27, 2026, Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp. announced entry into home insurance market through partnership with The Baldwin Group. Fairway Home Insurance Agency will offer products at origination, making Fairway the fifth leading independent mortgage bank to partner with Baldwin. Part of broader strategy to create lifelong customer relationships.
Your Move
Explore how Homebot's insurance marketplace features align with Fairway's new insurance initiative. Potential co-marketing opportunity.
Homebot Angle
Fairway is building a full-lifecycle customer strategy (insurance + mortgage). Homebot fits perfectly as the engagement platform that keeps customers active between transactions and drives cross-sell opportunities including insurance.
On February 17, 2026, Fairway announced partnership with National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) to launch Certified Home Equity Advisor credential. Program helps financial professionals integrate home equity into retirement planning, expanding Fairway's reach into wealth management channels.
Your Move
Position Homebot as the client engagement tool that financial advisors can use to monitor home equity and trigger refinance/HELOC conversations.
Homebot Angle
Fairway is training financial advisors to talk home equity. Homebot provides the ongoing data and client engagement infrastructure that makes those conversations actionable and timely.
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Movement is posting strong state-level rankings and recruiting top talent (including boomerang hires). Current penetration is 12% with 1,242 producing LOs. The company's focus on 'Impact Lending' and community reinvestment aligns with Homebot's mission-driven positioning.
On March 19, 2026, Movement announced it ranked as the #1 retail mortgage lender in Washington for total funded loan volume and market share in 2025 per RETR data. Movement funded more than $2.83B in total loan volume in Washington, capturing 3.53% market share. Also achieved Top 10 rankings in NC (#3), RI (#3), SC (#5), VA (#6), LA (#9), TN (#9), and AL (#10). Movement added 39 new LOs in early 2026, including 13 boomerang hires.
Your Move
Leverage state-level dominance stories in renewal discussions. Movement is winning market share and recruiting aggressively — Homebot helps retain and empower that growing LO base.
Homebot Angle
Movement is #1 in Washington and Top 10 in 8 states. Homebot becomes the retention and differentiation engine that helps Movement LOs defend and grow market share in competitive metro markets.
On April 1, 2026, Movement announced Pete Zaft rejoined the company in the Tennessee market after previously spending 5 years at Movement where he surpassed $1 billion in total production. Zaft is the #1 producer in the Nashville market with 20+ years of experience and over $1 billion in career production. CEO Casey Crawford stated Pete is returning to 'raise the bar once again.'
Your Move
Reach out to Emily Bryan (CSM) to ensure top producers like Zaft are onboarded to Homebot immediately. Billion-dollar producers need enterprise-grade tools.
Homebot Angle
Movement is bringing back billion-dollar producers. These elite LOs need Homebot to manage large books of business and drive repeats/referrals at scale.
Guaranteed Rate Affinity is enhancing first-time buyer programs and expanding builder-focused business. Current penetration is 16% with 372 producing LOs. GRA is a JV between Guaranteed Rate and Anywhere (Compass) with strong agent relationships — Homebot's agent co-sponsor model fits perfectly.
On March 12, 2026, Guaranteed Rate Affinity announced enhancements to its OneDown mortgage program, allowing qualified borrowers to purchase with just 1% down and choose between a $6,000 lender-paid grant or a 1% temporary interest rate reduction during the first year. Program reinforces GRA's commitment to agent partnership and seamless homebuying experience. According to GRA's 2024 Client Satisfaction Survey, 93% of customers agreed the mortgage process was made easy.
Your Move
Position Homebot as the post-close engagement tool that helps borrowers with low down payments build equity and stay connected to their agent partners for future transactions.
Homebot Angle
GRA's OneDown program creates first-time buyers with minimal equity. Homebot keeps them engaged, helps them track equity building, and creates repeat/referral opportunities as they gain wealth.
On February 16, 2026, Guaranteed Rate Affinity promoted Kevin Ginsburg to National Builder Divisional Manager. Ginsburg, a founding leadership team member and former Regional President, will lead national builder strategy, expand builder partnerships, and support loan officers and Coldwell Banker real estate partners. Reflects strategic investment in builder channel.
Your Move
Builder-focused initiatives create opportunity for Homebot to support new construction buyer engagement and post-close experience.
Homebot Angle
GRA is doubling down on builder channel. Homebot can help builders and LOs stay connected to new homebuyers after close, driving warranty follow-up, equity tracking, and future move-up opportunities.
ContractHunting License
NAF has 1,521 LOs, 11% on Homebot (167 seats), marked as expansion opportunity. One Goal Mortgage branch launch + known contact Fallon Fahrendorf (VP Retail Marketing, former loanDepot Champion) = warm door into broader expansion conversation. CSM Natalie Bernal should coordinate with Fallon on scaling from 167 to 500+ seats.
New American Funding launched One Goal Mortgage powered by NAF, a new branch serving Omaha metro area and southwest Iowa (announced April 10, 2026). Territory expansion = new LOs to prospect in new markets.
Your Move
Reach out to the One Goal Mortgage branch manager (if named) or NAF's Regional VP for Midwest. Pitch: 'You just opened One Goal Mortgage in Omaha. Those new LOs need tools immediately. Homebot is live in 15 minutes — no IT integration required. NAF has enterprise pricing: Pro plan at $185/mo, 500 clients, 1 agent co-spo included. Perfect for new branches building databases from scratch.' Position as the fast-deploy engagement tool for territory expansion.
Homebot Angle
New branches = new LOs with small databases. Starter plan ($95/mo, 100 clients) is perfect for new-to-market LOs. As they grow, upgrade to Pro. NAF has 1,521 LOs, 11% penetration — new branches are the wedge to expand across the company.
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CMG continues to invest heavily in technology and recruit high-performing loan officers. Current penetration is 24% with 1,313 producing LOs. The company's focus on AI and innovation creates strong alignment with Homebot's product roadmap.
On February 3, 2026, CMG Financial announced it was named a 2026 Tech100 Mortgage winner by HousingWire for the third consecutive year. CMG was recognized for continued investment in building a mortgage platform designed to unlock human potential by democratizing enterprise AI across the organization and creating technology that helps loan officers succeed.
Your Move
Use tech-forward positioning to reinforce Homebot as AI-powered client engagement platform that complements CMG's innovation focus.
Homebot Angle
CMG is investing heavily in AI and technology differentiation. Homebot's AI-driven personalization and predictive analytics align perfectly with CMG's enterprise tech strategy and LO empowerment mission.
On February 23, 2026, CMG announced the opening of Dwello Mortgage Advisors Powered by CMG Home Loans in Asheville, NC, led by Kim Winters (NMLS #643805). Winters brings 20+ years of experience and has closed over $1 billion in home loans. Previously served as president of Mortgage Bankers Association of Western North Carolina and recognized as Top 25 Women Loan Originators in U.S.
Your Move
New branch opening = onboarding opportunity. Reach out to regional leadership to ensure Dwello team is trained on Homebot.
Homebot Angle
CMG is attracting elite talent like Kim Winters. Top producers expect best-in-class tools. Homebot should be positioned as table-stakes for high-performing teams joining CMG.
Cardinal is being recognized for customer service excellence and expanding into correspondent lending. Current penetration is 15% with 264 producing LOs. The company's focus on 'Speed to Mortgage™' and customer experience aligns well with Homebot's engagement mission.
On January 29, 2026, Cardinal Financial announced it earned a prestigious 5-star rating in USA TODAY's 'America's Best Customer Service Financial Services 2026' rankings. Rating reflects Cardinal's dedication to making the mortgage process faster, more flexible, and easier to navigate through clear communication, visibility, and dependable support. Recognition comes from survey of 57,000+ consumers evaluating professional competence, customer satisfaction, problem-solving, and friendliness.
Your Move
Use customer service excellence story to position Homebot as the post-close continuation of Cardinal's white-glove experience.
Homebot Angle
Cardinal won a 5-star customer service award. Homebot extends that best-in-class experience beyond closing, keeping borrowers engaged and ensuring Cardinal remains top-of-mind for future transactions.
On January 28, 2026, Cardinal Financial's third-party origination division launched its nondelegated correspondent program targeting independent mortgage lenders. Program allows approved correspondents to originate loans in their own name while using Cardinal's Octane platform for underwriting, pricing, and operations. Posted $1.59B in volume over last 9 months per Modex data.
Your Move
Correspondent expansion creates new LO channels that may need Homebot for client engagement and differentiation.
Homebot Angle
Cardinal is expanding into correspondent channel. Homebot becomes the engagement layer that helps correspondent partners differentiate and retain clients post-close.
AmeriSave has 289 LOs, 0% Homebot penetration, 38 active job openings (7% anticipated growth). Team pricing allowed. No recent executive moves or major news, but hiring surge + preferred pricing structure = prospecting opportunity at LO/BM level. Flag to SMB AE Kaylie Kucsan for field-level outreach to new hires.
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PRMI has 293 LOs, 7% on Homebot (20 seats), 123 job openings (19% anticipated growth). Massive hiring surge + RIHousing award = focus on first-time homebuyer volume. CSM Natalie Bernal should position Homebot as the FHA/government lending retention play during expansion. Growth = opportunity to scale from 20 to 100+ seats.
RIHousing announced Primary Residential Mortgage, Inc. (PRMI) as Top Participating Lender of 2025 on January 9, 2026. Recognition for high volume in RIHousing programs — signals strong first-time homebuyer focus and government lending activity.
Your Move
Use the RIHousing award as a conversation opener with PRMI's VP of Retail or Regional VPs. Pitch: 'Congrats on the RIHousing award. First-time homebuyers are your sweet spot — Homebot helps you retain them long-term. After they close, they get monthly home equity reports showing how their investment is growing. Turns one-time FHA borrowers into lifetime clients who come back for refis, upgrades, referrals.' Position Homebot as the retention layer for government lending volume.
Homebot Angle
First-time homebuyers (FHA, RIHousing programs) have long customer lifecycles. They start small, build equity, upgrade in 5-7 years. Homebot keeps PRMI top-of-mind through that entire lifecycle with monthly equity insights. Award = proof of volume; Homebot = proof of retention strategy.