Yearly Archives: 2025

ATLANTA, Ga. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Down Payment Resource (DPR), the housing industry authority on homebuyer assistance program data and solutions, today released its Q1 2025 Homeownership Program Index (HPI) report. The report saw the number of entities offering homebuyer assistance programs increase by 55 year-over-year (YoY). The number of programs increased by 43 during the first quarter, bringing the total number of available programs to 2,509.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- NY Mental Health Center (NYMHC), in partnership with Genovese Psychiatry Services, PC, is proud to announce a significant expansion of its clinical team with the addition of eight highly regarded mental health professionals, including licensed psychologists and psychiatric providers. This marks a pivotal moment in the center's growth, further solidifying NYMHC as one of New York's leading providers of integrated, telehealth-based mental health services.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- OrangeOffer (orangeoffer.com), the established deal discovery platform helping U.S. consumers save money through verified discounts and coupon codes, has announced a major update to its promotional display policy aimed at improving user experience and trust.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- In celebration of Earth Day 2025, California Safe Schools (CSS) is proud to recognize eight remarkable individuals whose unwavering dedication to protecting human health, inspiring youth leadership, and safeguarding the environment exemplifies the true spirit of environmental stewardship.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- HitPaw, a leading software brand known for its creative and intuitive multimedia tools, proudly announced the launch of its brand-new AI Video Generator on HitPaw Online. The HitPaw Online AI Video Generator provides two intuitive pathways: Text to Video and Image to Video, making it easier than ever to bring ideas to life.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- With Germany remaining one of the most popular European destinations among American travelers in 2025, savvy tourists are increasingly turning to local savings platforms like gutscheine7.de to maximize their budget while exploring the country.

GLENDALE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Light Committee™, a photography studio known for providing some of the best headshots in Los Angeles, has reached a milestone of 10 years in business in greater Los Angeles. At the start of the year, the studio relocated to downtown Glendale, Calif., on N. Brand Blvd. The studio is a member of the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce and the Glendale Chamber of Commerce.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- NY Mental Health Center (NYMHC) is proud to announce the expansion of its clinical offerings to include neuropsychological testing under the direction of licensed psychologist Dr. Ana Bahamonde. With this addition, NYMHC now offers a comprehensive suite of mental health services, including psychotherapy, psychiatry, and psychological assessment, all available via secure telehealth.

NAPA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- As Earth Day approaches on April 22, Domaine Carneros is raising a glass to a significant milestone: over two decades of pioneering solar energy in the wine industry. What began in 2003 as the world's largest winery solar installation has evolved into a cutting-edge microgrid system that now provides nearly 80% of the winery's energy needs while reducing carbon emissions by 375 metric tons of CO₂ annually, equivalent to powering 50 homes for a year.

HEALDSBURG, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- As the world marks the 55th annual Earth Day, Merriam Vineyards showcases its 25-year journey of sustainable winegrowing in the Russian River Valley AVA, where environmental stewardship has been woven into the fabric of their operation since inception. The winery's anniversary year coincides with this global celebration of environmental action, highlighting how their conservation practices are deeply rooted in family traditions predating the vineyard's establishment.

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- HitPaw Edimakor, a globally recognized multimedia software brand, has launched the most awaited tool Edimakor V3.7.0. This latest update centers around AI innovation and improved workflow control, with five standout features. These features include AI Face Swap and Text-Based Editing with various upgrades. The new Edimakor helps users produce smarter and more engaging content in less time.

PHOENIX, Ariz. /California Newswire - National News/ -- TAG CXO is bringing the best of the best to its fractional advisory team. We're proud to announce the addition of Mark Tonnesen. Tonnesen is a highly sought-after, high-powered business and technology leader with more than 25 years of experience in high-tech, security, financial services, gaming and transportation.

RED BANK, N.J. /California Newswire - National News/ -- FILMCARD USA is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking digital licensing agreement with Marvel Comics to produce an all-new digitally remastered series of Complete Digital Comic Book Collections of the legendary publisher's most iconic heroes, beginning with The Amazing Spider-Man - Complete Digital Comic Book Collection, the successor to GIT's bestselling Marvel Comics digital series (2003 - 2007).

PHOENIX, Ariz. /California Newswire - National News/ -- PowerPick Players Club is the oldest and most established lottery service provider in the USA, with an A+ Rating by the Better Business Bureau. Today it announced that Arizonans can now pay significantly less than the cost of a ticket to become a Mega Millions jackpot winner and winner of other large prizes.

PHOENIX, Ariz. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Financial expert Walter Clarke's groundbreaking work in "401Kid: A Guide to Teaching You and Your Children How to Master Money" (ISBN: 978-1964377643 [ebook]; 978-1964377605 [paperback]; 978-1964377599 [hardcover]; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing) emphasizes the profound impact of early financial education and the consequences of neglecting it. He has identified a critical gap-virtually no one is actively addressing this need.

NAPA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- On May 22, 2025, influential members of the wine and music industries will gather at the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone for the T.J. Martell Foundation Napa Best Cellars Dinner, a unique charity auction and dinner that unites these communities in the fight against cancer. The T.J. Martell Foundation funds high-risk, high reward cancer research that helps advance clinical trials and drug discoveries.

PLANO, Texas /California Newswire - National News/ -- Optimal Blue today released its March 2025 Market Advantage mortgage data report, showing a 24% surge in rate lock volume as early spring buyers returned to the market and homeowners jumped at the chance to refinance into lower rates. While still down 2% on a year-over-year (YoY) basis, purchase volumes were up 21% month-over-month (MoM). Rate-and-term and cash-out refinances jumped 52% and 20% MoM, respectively, together representing 25% of all lock activity.

TEMECULA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Scrubblade Inc., a leader in premium windshield wiper technology, is proud to announce its licensing agreement with BFGoodrich, an iconic name in the automotive industry. This strategic partnership allows Scrubblade to design, produce, and market a new line of high-performance wiper blades under the renowned BFGoodrich brand.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire / -- "The Fairy God Doctor's Guide to a Good Life: A Prescription for the Working Woman" (ISBN: 978-1964377612 [paperback]; 978-1964377636 [ebook]; 978-1964377629 [hardcover]) will be emerging this April as the definitive guide for women seeking to redefine success while avoiding burnout in today's demanding world, Legacy Launch Pad Publishing announced today.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation's largest independent cooperative network serving the mortgage industry, proudly announces the addition of several new lender members and preferred partners to its growing community. These organizations join TMC's network of industry leaders committed to collaboration, innovation, and operational excellence.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- Mayor Karen Bass announced on Wednesday (April 2) the new efforts to keep communities safe and well-lit with the installation of hundreds of new solar-powered lights which will help curb copper wire theft in a Filipinotown neighborhood. This installation is a result of Mayor Bass’ focus on improving city services and infrastructure for Angelenos by finding innovative and new ways to solve longstanding city challenges like rampant copper wire theft.

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- On Thursday, Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom announced the following appointments: First, Trista H. Woessner-Gonzalez, of Granite Bay, has been appointed Director of the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration, where she has served in several roles including as Chief Deputy Director since 2021 and as Chief of the Tax Policy Bureau from 2016 to 2021.

TEMECULA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Scrubblade, a leader in advanced windshield wiper technology, announced a nationwide partnership with Walmart, bringing their highly anticipated Black Edition silicone wiper blades to shelves across the U.S. This monumental milestone reflects the culmination of a 17-year journey marked by persistence, ingenuity, and grit, driven by founder Billy Westbrook's vision to revolutionize driver safety.

IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Cloudvirga, a leading provider of digital mortgage point-of-sale platforms, today announced that Aaron Heidorn, director of software engineering and infrastructure, has been named a 2025 HousingWire Rising Star. The annual award recognizes young professionals who are driving innovation and growth in the housing economy and shaping the future of mortgage and real estate technology.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire - National News/ -- PDFgear, a leading innovator in PDF solutions, launched a groundbreaking set of browser-based PDF tools designed for exceptional privacy and speed. The tools enable users to make changes to PDFs locally in browsers without uploading data to external servers. This launch redefines online PDF manipulation by protecting user privacy while maintaining high performance.

LAKE ZURICH, Ill. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Dovenmuehle Mortgage, Inc. (Dovenmuehle), a leading mortgage subservicing company, today announced that S&P Global Ratings has assigned the company an Above Average ranking as a residential mortgage loan subordinate lien servicer, in addition to reaffirming its Above Average ranking as a residential mortgage loan primary servicer with a stable outlook.

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Argyle, a service provider automating income and employment verifications for some of the largest lenders in the United States, today announced that Daniel Esquibel, head of partner sales, has been named a 2025 HousingWire Rising Star. The award recognizes emerging real estate and mortgage industry leaders who are shaping the future through their contributions and leadership.

VENTURA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The American Handwriting Analysis Foundation (AHAF) is excited to announce the return of the Cursive is Cool contest, encouraging students from kindergarten through sixth grade to celebrate the important skill of handwriting. Young writers across the country are invited to put pen to paper and demonstrate their cursive skills for a chance to win fantastic prizes!

BOULDER, Colo. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Floify, the mortgage industry's leading point-of-sale (POS) solution, today announced that Enterprise Account Executive/Sales Engineer Maggie Zielinski Swanson has been named to HousingWire's prestigious Rising Stars list for 2025. Swanson, 29, joined Floify in 2021 as a skilled sales professional and has quickly become an indispensable force in the company's collaborative culture and growth.

PLANO, Texas /California Newswire - National News/ -- Optimal Blue today announced that Senior Software Engineering Manager Shawn Chandwani, 34, has been named among HousingWire's Rising Stars. The annual list celebrates young professionals who shoulder significant leadership responsibilities and contribute to the broader industry and business landscape, establishing themselves as influential figures and leaders for tomorrow.

ADDISON, Texas /California Newswire - National News/ -- Click n' Close (CNC), a multi-state mortgage lender, today announced that Project Manager Janet Pitney has been honored with a place among the 2025 HousingWire Rising Stars. The award honors young real estate and mortgage professionals making impressive career moves while driving growth for their companies and the industry. Pitney is recognized for her outstanding leadership and innovation in technology and operations.

DENVER, Colo. /California Newswire - National News/ -- ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the mortgage industry, today announced its Principal Application Architect Josh Reed has been honored among the 2025 HousingWire Rising Stars, which recognizes mortgage and real estate professionals under 40 who have made impactful career decisions driving growth in the industry and at their companies. Reed has been honored as a Rising Star for his outstanding contributions to innovation, efficiency, and compliance in the mortgage industry.

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Informative Research Data Solutions, a division of Informative Research and leading provider of data-powered borrower intelligence and analytics tools for the financial services industry, today announced its Data Solutions Team Lead Jooyoung Jung has been recognized as a 2025 HousingWire Rising Stars Honoree. The award highlights real estate and mortgage professionals under the age of 40 making impressive career moves while empowering growth and change among their peers.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Coupert, a global smart savings assistant, has officially released a new browser extension - Coupert Pure. Designed for users who care about privacy and efficiency, Coupert Pure eliminates affiliate-based monetization, maintains neutrality in coupon recommendations, and integrates AI technology to deliver a next-generation intelligent shopping experience.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Neurotech Reports, the publisher of the newsletter Neurotech Business Report, announced the availability of a new market research report that forecasts the growth of the worldwide market for implanted pain neuromodulation systems. According to the newly published report, "The Market for Implanted Pain Neuromodulation Systems: 2025-2030," the worldwide market will be $3.37 billion in 2025, growing to $6.49 billion by 2030, which represents a 12% compound annual growth rate.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Moka & Co., a New York-based specialty Yemeni café, is proud to announce the opening of its sixth location in Staten Island, on Sunday, March 30th. This milestone highlights the brand's rapid expansion, with five locations opened across the boroughs in just one year and two more on the horizon, including a flagship café in Harold Square.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire - National News/ -- FocuSee, an AI-powered screen recorder with auto-editing, has taken center stage after Elon Musk shared a video recorded with it on X (formerly Twitter). The viral post has amassed millions of views and sparked widespread discussions, positioning FocuSee as an essential tool for creators looking to effortlessly create demo or tutorial videos that stand out.

PLANO, Texas /California Newswire - National News/ -- Optimal Blue today announced a strategic alliance with Cotality™ (formerly CoreLogic®) that expands access to its mortgage origination and pricing data. Through this collaboration, Cotality will offer Optimal Blue's data to a broader audience, including hedge funds, capital markets participants, and investment firms seeking insights into the mortgage markets.

PHOENIX, Ariz. /California Newswire - National News/ -- PowerPick Players Club is the oldest and most established lottery service provider in the USA, with an A+ Rating by the Better Business Bureau. Today it announced that to the best of its knowledge, it is now the only service in Arizona to offer lottery players more chances of winning jackpots and other large prizes through its website ezpooling.com.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- After decades of helping others find meaning in their lives, renowned life coach and entrepreneur Paul T. Peters offers his proven method in "Discovering and Embracing Your Life Purpose" (ISBN: [Paperback: 978-1964377681; eBook: 978-196437769]), a practical guide to uncovering one's unique calling. The book is being re-launched by Elevate Press.

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Secured Signing, a global leader in digital signatures and Remote Online Notarization (RON) solutions, proudly announces its seamless integration with NetDocuments, the premier cloud-based document management system (DMS) tailored for legal, financial, and professional services firms. This collaboration empowers users to efficiently handle eSignatures and online notarizations without leaving the NetDocuments platform, revolutionizing workflows while bolstering security and ensuring compliance.

ATLANTA, Ga. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Apparo, a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing nonprofit effectiveness through skilled corporate volunteering and technology solutions, is calling on Atlanta's corporate community to join their mission. Over the past three years, Apparo has expanded their footprint in Atlanta, collaborating with local nonprofits to drive digital transformation and operational efficiency. Through their partnership, leading corporations and Apparo are helping nonprofits streamline operations, secure funding, and amplify their community impact.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- HitPaw Univd has officially launched version 5.0.0, introducing the brand-new AI Video Enhancement feature. Now, you can upgrade blurry and low-resolution videos to 4K, reduce noise, and improve overall video quality with just one click! HitPaw Univd is an all-in-one tool for video, audio and image processing, offering a wide range of powerful features.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /California Newswire - National News/ -- HitPaw, a leading innovator in multimedia software, is thrilled to announce the release of HitPaw FotorPea V4.5.0 (Win)-the latest version of its powerful photo enhancer. This update introduces three groundbreaking features: the AI Face Swap for realistic face replacements, the Repair Lens Blur Model, Repair Motion Blur Model, and Repair Compression Blur Model for restoring sharpness, and a Background Generator for furniture that creates professional-grade backgrounds.

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- California Governor Gavin Newsom on Wednesday issued a proclamation declaring March 2025, as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. "California is proud to join states around the country, raising awareness about the many ways in which people with intellectual and developmental disabilities contribute to strong, diverse communities across our state."

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CALIFORNIA NEWSWIRE/ -- On Wednesday, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced the following appointments: First, Emily Warren, of Orinda, has been appointed Deputy Secretary for Innovative Mobility Solutions at the California State Transportation Agency. Warren has been an Advisory Venture Partner at Fontinalis Partners, LLC since 2019.

PHOENIX, Ariz. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Mold Inspection Sciences (MIS), a leader in unbiased, science-based mold inspection and testing, is pleased to announce its expansion throughout Arizona, including Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tucson, Sedona, Prescott, and Flagstaff. With more than 20 years of experience across 12 states, MIS brings a no-conflict-of-interest approach-offering only inspection and testing, never remediation-to help Arizona residents and businesses address hidden mold issues often triggered by monsoon season, intense summer heat, and year-round air conditioning demands.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- CapitalW Collective, a leading non-profit dedicated to increasing the representation of women and their allies in mortgage capital markets, proudly announces Citizens as a Diamond-level corporate sponsor. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to fostering a more inclusive and dynamic mortgage capital markets industry by providing education, mentorship, and leadership opportunities, particularly for underrepresented professionals.

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Secured Signing, a global leader in Digital Signatures and Remote Online Notarization (RON) solutions, proudly announces its migration to Microsoft Azure multi-region data center. This strategic move marks a major step forward, reinforcing Secured Signing's reputation as a top global provider of secure, and trusted eSignatures solutions.

LA MESA, Calif. /California Newswire - National News/ -- Ferret lovers across California and the nation are rallying behind Petition 2025-003, now officially acknowledged by the California Fish and Game Commission (FGC). This petition seeks to reclassify ferrets as domestic animals, challenging California's outdated and scientifically unsupported ban, LegalizeFerrets.org announced today.