WFG News
November 1, 2024

Introducing the 2024 HousingWire Tech Trendsetters: Justin Tucker

Recognizing the most impactful and innovative technology leaders serving the housing economy. We are thrilled to announce that Williston Financial Group EVP and Director of Strategic Initiatives Justin Tucker has been recognized as a 2024 HousingWire Tech Trendsetter. This prestigious award celebrates Justin’s impactful work in implementing technological innovations that…
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WFG News
November 1, 2024

Predictive Analytics: A Game-Changer for Title Insurers in Reducing Claims

The title insurance industry has long relied on thorough research and meticulous documentation to prevent disputes and claims. Yet, even with the most careful efforts, issues like hidden liens, boundary discrepancies, or fraudulent transfers can surface, resulting in costly claims. Enter predictive analytics—a revolutionary tool that’s changing how title insurers…
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WFG News
October 31, 2024

MyHome, a Williston Financial Group Company’s Bruce Phillips Named Winner in Top Global CISOs for 2024 by Cyber Defense Magazine during CyberDefenseCon 2024

Williston Financial Group is proud to announce that MyHome, a Williston Financial Group Company, SVP and Chief Information Security Officer Bruce Phillips has been named a Top Global CISO for 2024 by Cyber Defense Magazine. This announcement, made live at CyberDefenseCon 2024, is a prestigious recognition of Bruce’s innovation and…
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WFG News
October 23, 2024

Williston Financial Group Receives Top 100 Information Security Team Award at the 2024 OnCon Icon Awards

We are excited to announce that Williston Financial Group’s Information Security Team has been honored with the prestigious Top 100 Information Security Team Award at the 2024 OnCon Icon Awards! This recognition celebrates teams that have demonstrated excellence in cybersecurity, leadership, and innovation, with winners selected by public vote. WFG’s…
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WFG News
October 23, 2024

Commercial Market Review Q3 2024

Commercial Real estate sales volumes continued to be suppressed through the third quarter of 2024 as we awaited the Federal Open Market Committee meeting on September 18th, during which the Federal Reserve lowered interest rates by 50 basis points.  This easing of monetary policy in support of their statutory mandate…
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WFG News
October 16, 2024

Reducing risk: Navigating the cybersecurity legal landscape – Key considerations for safeguarding your business

Discover valuable insights in WFG’s latest article, written by Bruce Phillips, WFG’s Chief Information Security Officer, and published exclusively in HousingWire. In this must-read piece, Bruce delves into the complex cybersecurity challenges facing the real estate and title industries and provides expert guidance on how to navigate the evolving legal…
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WFG News
October 16, 2024

MyHome® Prompts Wins Inaugural Inman Award for Best Use of AI in Marketing

We are thrilled to announce that MyHome® Prompts, an offering from MyHome®, a Williston Financial Group Company, has been honored with Inman’s inaugural award for Best Use of AI in Marketing. This recognition highlights MyHome Prompts' innovative approach to helping real estate professionals, including agents and brokers, enhance client engagement…
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WFG News
October 15, 2024

WFG President and CEO Steve Ozonian Shares Insights in The Title Report’s 2024 Title Technology In-Depth Report

Williston Financial Group (WFG) President and CEO Steve Ozonian is featured in The Title Report's latest special report on Title Technology. In this comprehensive report, Steve discusses how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the title and settlement services industry. He also highlights the ways in which WFG is leveraging AI…
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WFG News
September 27, 2024

WFG Insights September 2024 – WFG’s Patrick Stone Reacts to Fed Rate Cut and Offers Optimistic Outlook for 2025 Real Estate Market

September's long awaited and much anticipated Fed rate decision delivered a surprising 50 basis point cut, much to the delight of real estate professionals. And while the Fed Funds Rate doesn't directly impact mortgage interest rates, it does impact the spread, which sparked an uptick in applications to refinance. In…
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WFG News
September 13, 2024

Q3 2024 Quarterly Economic Outlook webinar with WFG Chairman and Founder Patrick Stone and economist Bill Conerly, PhD

During the third quarterly installment of WFG’s 2024 Economic Outlook webinar, WFG Chairman and Founder Patrick Stone and economist Dr. Bill Conerly shared expert insights on the current state of the U.S. and global economies, as well as the residential and commercial real estate markets. During the opening segment, Dr.…
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