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Based in San Diego, California, The Mortgage Collaborative was founded in 2013 to empower mortgage lenders across the country with better financial execution, reduced costs, enhanced expertise and improved compliance, as well as helping our members access the dynamic and changing consumer base in America.

The collaborative is managed by its founding members, John Robbins, CMB; David Kittle, CMB; Gary Acosta, CEO of the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP); and Jim Park, former chair of the Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA). Robbins and Kittle are former chairmen of the Mortgage Bankers Association of America.

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A Mile Above: TMC Denver Concludes with Tangible Enthusiasm for The Future of the Mortgage Industry

TMC members conclude A Mile Above during reception at Red Rocks Trading Post

DENVER, Colo., Oct. 21, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC) proudly reflects on the success of A Mile Above: TMC Denver, a conference environment renowned for its ability to adapt to the evolving landscape of the mortgage industry by fostering collaboration and innovation among attendees. The event, which took place from September 7-10, 2024, provided a truly memorable experience, beginning with an energetic opening reception at Meow Wolf and concluding with a stunning sunset reception at Red Rocks Trading Post.

TMC Emerging Technology Fund Announces Newest Corporate Partner: Andromeda Division Constellation Software’s Perseus Operating Group

TMC Emerging Tech Fund

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 6, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, announced today that the TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP has secured its first corporate partner, Andromeda. Andromeda is a Division of the Perseus Operating Group, of Constellation Software, Inc. (TSX: CSU; “Constellation”).

The Mortgage Collaborative Participates in FHFA 2024 TechSprint Showcasing Innovative Generative AI Solutions for Housing Challenges

TMC The Mortgage Collaborative

WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 3, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Represented by its president and COO, Melissa Langdale, The Mortgage Collaborative’s (TMC) “Open Angels” team were among the notable solutions recognized for their impact and potential at The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA)-hosted Velocity TechSprint, spotlighting the transformative potential of generative AI in addressing the current housing market’s pressing challenges.

The Mortgage Collaborative Advocates for Lender Concerns at Federal Housing Agencies During June DC Visits

TMC The Mortgage Collaborative

WASHINGTON, D.C., June 28, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC) hosted its second Advocacy Committee trip to Washington, DC June 4-6, 2024, with 13 of its IMB and depository Lender Members meeting with key federal agencies, including the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Ginnie Mae, Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac to discuss the impact of recent and upcoming policy changes on small to mid-size lenders.

Blue Sage Solutions and The Mortgage Collaborative Partner to Bring Interim Servicing to their Members

TMC and Bluesage Solutions

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., March 22, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative, the nation’s largest independent mortgage cooperative, announced the addition of Blue Sage Solutions, an industry leader in innovative cloud-based technology providers, to bring interim servicing to the mortgage industry. The partnership makes the Blue Sage Digital Servicing Platform (DSP), a cloud-based system that provides all necessary functions to perform interim servicing, available to TMC members at preferred rates.

Lending execs share top concerns, priorities in The Mortgage Collaborative’s 2024 Pulse of the Network survey findings

The Mortgage Collaborative - TMC

AUSTIN, Texas, March 7, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, announced the completion of its “Pulse of the Network” survey for 2024. The full report features lenders’ top five critical issues for the year, top 10 goals and anticipated strategies for success.

The Mortgage Collaborative closes 2023 with record-breaking ’12 Days of TMC’ in time for holiday congratulations

The Mortgage Collaborative - TMC

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Dec. 27, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, has wrapped up its fourth annual 12 Days of TMC, a virtual conference running from November 30 to December 15, 2023. The online event, spread over three weeks, featured several keynote speakers.

The Mortgage Collaborative Adds Four Mortgage Industry Luminaries to 2024 Management Board of Directors

The Mortgage Collaborative - TMC

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Nov. 28, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, today announced four additions to its 2024 Management Board of Directors.

The Mortgage Collaborative Selects 2024 Board of Directors and Advisory Council

The Mortgage Collaborative - TMC

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Oct. 16, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, today announced its 2024 Board of Directors and Advisory Council.

TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP Invests in Halcyon

TMC Emerging Tech Fund

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Oct. 11, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, announced today that the TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP (the “Fund”) has made its latest investment in Halcyon. Halcyon’s suite of services provides financial institutions with a 360-degree financial relationship with its customers by affordably expanding their offerings to include investment advisory, IRS transcripts and tax preparation services.

The Mortgage Collaborative Names Melissa Langdale President

The Mortgage Collaborative - TMC

SAN DIEGO, Calif., June 1, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, announced today that it has named active board member Melissa Langdale president. A member of TMC’s board since 2021, Langdale’s two-decade career spans the mortgage, real estate and construction industries, including executive roles in sales, marketing, operations, compliance, risk, secondary/lock desk and quality control.

TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP Invests in TRAiNED

TMC Emerging Tech Fund

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Jan. 12, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, announced today that the TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP (the “Fund”) recently participated in a $1 million Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE) funding round for TRAiNED, Inc.

TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP Invests in Willow Servicing

TMC Emerging Tech Fund

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Aug. 31, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, announced today that the TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP (the “Fund”) recently participated in a $6 million seed round for Willow Servicing. The round was led by Thomvest Ventures, with participation from Global Asset Capital, Webb Investment Network and Zigg Capital.

TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP Invests in leadPops

TMC Emerging Tech Fund

SAN DIEGO, Calif., June 20, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, announced today that the TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP (the “Fund”) recently participated in a follow-on round to a recent $3.5M Series A completed by leadPops, a digital customer acquisition software and marketing innovation platform. leadPops allows users to create robust, automated lead-generating systems that drive qualified leads directly to their business.

TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP Invests in Capacity

TMC Emerging Tech Fund

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Jan. 25, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, announced today that the TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP (the “Fund”) recently participated in a $38M Series C investment round for AI Software, LLC dba Capacity. Capacity is an AI-powered support automation platform.

TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP Invests in Clever Real Estate

TMC Emerging Tech Fund

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Nov. 10, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, announced today that the TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP (the Fund) recently participated in a Series B investment round for Clever Real Estate. Clever offers free educational resources – including expert advice, reviews and guides – to help consumers navigate their real estate journey.

TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP to Host TMC Mortgage Tech Day

TMC Mortgage TECH DAY

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Nov. 4, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, announced today that the TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP (the “Fund”) will host TMC Mortgage Tech Day on March 19, 2022, in conjunction with TMC’s Winter Conference at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach.

Blockchain-based, AI-powered mortgage advisor Home Lending Pal raises $2.2M in pre-Series A round led by TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP

The Mortgage Collaborative

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Aug. 26, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, announced today that the TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP (the “Fund”) recently led a pre-Series A investment round in Home Lending Pal, a technology-enabled marketplace .

Staff Retention Tops List of Lender Concerns in 2021, Inaugural Survey from The Mortgage Collaborative Finds

The Mortgage Collaborative

SAN DIEGO, Calif., June 8, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent mortgage industry cooperative network, has announced the results of its inaugural The Pulse of the Mortgage Industry survey ranking mortgage lenders’ top concerns based on 598 executive responses from the co-op’s 234 lender members.

The Mortgage Collaborative’s Emerging Technology Fund Announces Investment in Maxwell

The Mortgage Collaborative

SAN DIEGO, Calif., March 25, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative, the nation’s largest independent cooperative network in the mortgage industry, announced today the first investment of its recently launched TMC Emerging Technology Fund LP (“TMC Fund”).

The Mortgage Collaborative Announces Partnership with Mortgage Insurance Provider MGIC

The Mortgage Collaborative and MGIC

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Jan. 9, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the mortgage industry’s only independent cooperative, is pleased to announce it has signed an agreement with Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Company (MGIC) to be the newest addition to join its Preferred Partner Network.

Black Knight Joins The Mortgage Collaborative’s Preferred Partner Network

The Mortgage Collaborative

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Dec. 4, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the mortgage industry’s only independent cooperative, today announced that Black Knight, Inc. (NYSE:BKI), a leading provider of mortgage software, data and analytics solutions, has been added to its Preferred Partner network.

The Mortgage Collaborative Adds Two New Board Members, Enjoys Record Attendance at Summer Conference

The Mortgage Collaborative

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Aug. 21, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the mortgage industry’s only independent cooperative, today announced the addition of Kate deKay and Allison Johnston to their prestigious board of directors. Johnston and deKay were voted in Sunday, August 18, 2019, during the Lender Co-op board meeting, which took place in Nashville, Tennessee during TMC’s summer conference.

CPROP Partners with The Mortgage Collaborative as Its Exclusive Blockchain Vendor

The Mortgage Collaborative

COVINGTON, Ky., July 1, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — CryptoProperties LLC (CPROP) is pleased to announce it has signed an agreement with The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC) to join its Preferred Partner Network as TMC’s exclusive provider of blockchain-enabled products and services.

The Mortgage Collaborative Adds Three New Board Members, 45 Lender Members and Grows Attendance at 2019 Winter Conference

The Mortgage Collaborative

SAN DIEGO, Calif., March 13, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative, a fast-growing independent mortgage cooperative of banks, credit unions and mortgage bankers, continues growth initiatives by adding three new mortgage executives to its Board of Directors. The new board members were voted in at their bi-annual member conference held in Austin, Texas.

The Mortgage Collaborative Adds 44 New Lender Members in 2018, Now Growing Staff to Serve Expansion

The Mortgage Collaborative

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Jan. 3, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the mortgage industry’s only independent cooperative, today announced it added 44 new lender member companies in 2018, its strongest year ever for new member growth. To help support the significant growth of their network, TMC has also added Sarah Oldani and Jennifer Haning to their staff.

The Mortgage Collaborative Expands Benchmark, Collaboration Labs and Working Group Member Engagement Initiatives

The Mortgage Collaborative

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Oct. 8, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s only independent mortgage cooperative, today announced that they have added and expanded upon several of their member benefits. With the continued growth of their national lender member network, TMC has increased the size and scope of their engagement programs to offer even more opportunities for their members to network and collaborate.

The Mortgage Collaborative Announces Release of TMC Benchmark 2.0

The Mortgage Collaborative

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Aug. 7, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s only independent mortgage cooperative, today announced the release of its enhanced benchmarking solution for its lender members. In collaboration with TMC Preferred Partner LBA Ware, TMC Benchmark now has an improved user interface, augmented reporting dashboards and peer segmentation.

The Mortgage Collaborative Welcomes Partners Credit and Verification Solutions to Preferred Partner Network

The Mortgage Collaborative

SAN DIEGO, Calif., April 2, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative, the nation’s only independent mortgage cooperative, today announced the addition of credit and verification solutions firm Partners Credit & Verification Solutions to its Preferred Partner network. Partners Credit offers TMC members a suite of comprehensive and customized credit related products and services.

iEmergent Joins The Mortgage Collaborative’s Preferred Partner Network

Mortgage Collaborative and iEmergent

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Jan. 23, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative, the nation’s only independent mortgage cooperative, today announced the addition of forecasting and analytics firm iEmergent to its Preferred Partner network. iEmergent offers TMC members market-based forecasts that can drill down into communities, making the intelligence relevant to both high-level strategic issues and specific market challenges.

The Mortgage Collaborative Adds FullCircle Placements to Preferred Partner Network

Mortgage Collaborative and FullCircle Placements

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Dec. 19, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative, the nation’s only independent mortgage cooperative, today announced the addition of FullCircle Placements to its Preferred Partner network. FullCircle will be the first mortgage-centric recruiting and placement service provider within TMC’s network.

The Mortgage Collaborative Adds United Capital Markets to Preferred Partner Network

Mortgage Collaborative and UCM Inc

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Dec. 12, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative, the nation’s only independent mortgage cooperative, today announced the addition of United Capital Markets, Inc. (UCM), the mortgage industry’s leading outsource provider of dynamic MSR hedging. UCM will provide TMC Lender Members strategic advice to bank-owned and private mortgage companies focusing on MSR investment strategies, balance sheet optimization and the capital stack.

The Mortgage Collaborative Adds FundingShield to Preferred Partner Network

Mortgage Collaborative and FundingShield

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Dec. 7, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative, the nation’s only independent mortgage cooperative, today announced the addition of FundingShield to its Preferred Partner network. FundingShield offers TMC members a pair of loan level verification services to protect lenders by assuring closing funds go to verified bank accounts belonging to licensed and authorized parties. FundingShield provides actionable intelligence to lenders while other services may provide data that you have to interpret.

The Mortgage Collaborative Adds Loan Vision to Preferred Partner Network

The Mortgage Collaborative and LoanVision

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Nov. 28, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative, the nation’s only independent mortgage cooperative, today announced the addition of Loan Vision, a mortgage industry-specific financial management and accounting software provider, to its preferred partner network, giving its Lender Members access to the industry’s premier accounting software.

The Mortgage Collaborative Announces Addition of FirstBank Mortgage as the First Reverse Lender to Their Preferred Partner Network

Mortgage Collaborative and First Bank

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Nov. 9, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative, the nation’s only independent mortgage cooperative, announced a new partnership with reverse mortgage lender FirstBank Mortgage. The new relationship with FirstBank Mortgage’s Senior Lending Division, adds the first lender specializing in reverse mortgage lending to The Mortgage Collaborative’s preferred partner network.

The Mortgage Collaborative Notches 20 Percent Growth in Lender Membership since Q1

TMC CEO Jim Park

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Oct. 24, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative, the nation’s only independent mortgage cooperative, today announced that they have reached another milestone, adding 20 new lender members since their August summer conference in Nashville. This brings the Collaborative’s membership total to 120 and an annual aggregate origination volume of $210 Billion.

The Mortgage Collaborative Expands Metrics-Driven Lender Collaboration Lab Initiative

The Mortgage Collaborative

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Oct. 17, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative, the nation’s only independent mortgage cooperative, recently announced details surrounding the continued expansion of their Collaboration Lab initiative. Launched in the spring of 2017, TMC’s Collaboration Labs offer their Lender Members the opportunity to participate in day and a half long “deep-dive” networking sessions with peers f similar size and scope.

The Mortgage Collaborative Announces Addition of PHH Mortgage to Preferred Partner Network

The Mortgage Collaborative

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Oct. 16, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative, the nation’s only independent mortgage cooperative, today announced a new strategic partnership with PHH Mortgage, a leading subservicer and portfolio retention provider. The new relationship with PHH Mortgage adds an experienced, best-in-class subservicer to their preferred partner network.

The Mortgage Collaborative Unveils New Lender Member Benchmarking Solution

TMC Benchmark

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Oct. 12, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative, the nation’s only independent mortgage cooperative, has released its monthly benchmarking solution to its Lender Members. The first reports were made available this month and will be provided to participants on a month-to-month, real-time basis.

Certified Credit Reporting Joins The Mortgage Collaborative’s Preferred Partner Network

The Mortgage Collaborative

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Oct. 3, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s only independent mortgage cooperative, announced a new preferred partner relationship with national credit information service provider, Certified Credit Reporting. As a result of this new partnership, lender members of The Mortgagee Collaborative will receive discounted pricing on Certified Credit’s suite of credit and verification services.