Connected Futures: Infrastructure & the Next Wave of Mobility

LG’s SKS brand is making a splash in the high-end appliance segment, leveraging cutting-edge AI technology and strategic partnerships to attract discerning home chefs. A look at their strategy and recent event.

LG Electronics USA has been named one of TIME’s World’s Best Brands for 2025, highlighting strong consumer perception and innovation in smart home appliances and entertainment. A focus on listening to customers fuels its success.

LG's SKS Chicago Showroom unveils an immersive luxury lifestyle, blending cutting-edge tech with minimalist design to redefine the modern kitchen experience.

Public-private partnerships are driving a surge in infrastructure spending, but recent project setbacks highlight the growing complexities and financial risks involved for engineering and construction firms.

Fathom Realty’s new partnership aims to ease the moving process for clients and empower agents with a streamlined, value-added service. Is this the future of real estate transactions?

Real estate FinTech Backflip is moving beyond lending, forming an asset management arm with $175M AUM. The move reflects growing institutional interest in single-family rentals and a drive for tech-enabled efficiency.

Private equity firm Blackford Capital has partnered with Texas Injection Molding, betting on the growing demand for domestic manufacturing and a skilled workforce in the state. The deal aims to fuel expansion through acquisition and organic growth.

Premium Mortgage is integrating AI-driven underwriting and digital tools to speed up loan processing and enhance the borrower experience. A look at the tech and the broader industry trend.

Rising rates are squeezing homebuyers. A push to revive 'assumable' mortgages – where buyers take over existing loans – gains momentum. But is it a viable solution, or does it come with hidden costs?

A deep dive into Johnson County’s booming housing market—and the new marketing tactic blurring lines between education and promotion. Is 'edvertising' a win for consumers, or a subtle shift in influence?

A leading HOA management platform is partnering with a financial consultant to offer streamlined access to loans and funding, addressing a key pain point for community associations.

As mortgage servicing faces disruption from tech, regulation, and market volatility, a new report from Richey May provides a framework for lenders to strategically evaluate in-house versus outsourced servicing models.

Cornerstone Financing launches Prime HEI, a program letting mortgage brokers offer homeowners access to equity without debt. Is this a modern solution or a regulatory risk?

As the mortgage landscape shifts, Kind Lending promotes Delfino Aguilar to Chief Production Officer, signaling a strategic move to bolster growth amidst rising rates and fierce competition. But can the newcomer scale to challenge established giants?

A new joint venture aims to streamline home financing in Alabama, tackling affordability challenges and offering builders greater certainty. Here's how the partnership is poised to impact the market.

As small businesses struggle with traditional financing, one fintech firm is betting on a personal touch – and seeing results. We explore the shift towards relationship-based lending and what it means for entrepreneurs.

As government shutdowns become increasingly frequent, businesses reliant on federal contracts are turning to alternative lenders for critical bridge financing. Beyond healthcare, sectors like construction, education, and logistics are feeling the pinch.

Guaranteed Rate Affinity’s new team, led by VP Sabina Adamski, aims to redefine the mortgage experience in Southern California with a focus on personalized service and integrated real estate solutions. Is this the future of homebuying?

Atlantic Coast Mortgage’s acquisition of Tidewater Mortgage Services reflects a growing trend of consolidation in the regional mortgage lending space, promising expanded access and innovative services for homebuyers.

A national real estate investment franchise is expanding its footprint in Richmond, VA, capitalizing on a competitive market and a growing need for renovated housing. But is there room for another player in this crowded field?