First American Chief Financial Officer Matthew Wajner Named a 2026 HousingWire Finance Leader

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SANTA ANA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- First American Financial Corporation (NYSE: FAF), a premier provider of title, settlement, and risk solutions for real estate transactions and the leader in the digital transformation of its industry, today announced that Chief Financial Officer Matthew Wajner has been named one of HousingWire’s 2026 Finance Leaders, which recognizes 30 of the most impactful finance executives in the mortgage, real estate and homebuilding industries. Honorees were selected by HousingWire’s editorial team based on demonstrated results, leadership influence and meaningful contributions to the broader housing industry.

“Matt’s leadership and strategic counsel have helped First American solidify and grow its financial position amid a dynamic real estate market and operating environment,” said Mark Seaton, chief executive officer at First American. “His steadfast commitment to continuously investing in growth opportunities and maintaining long-term stability has been essential to our efforts to deliver consistent value to our customers and shareholders.”

Through disciplined capital management and industry-leading investments in data, technology, and artificial intelligence, Wajner has helped First American grow revenue, strengthen its financial position, and extend its leadership in the industry. His financial strategy helped First American achieve a total revenue of $7.5 billion in 2025, up 22 percent from 2024. Wajner was appointed chief financial officer in early 2025 following his success as treasurer, chief accounting officer and controller.

“Our industry demands financial leaders who operate at the center of strategy – true experts who turn insight to action,” said Clayton Collins, CEO of HousingWire. “Today’s most effective executives are shaping capital strategy, enabling disciplined growth and building highly informed organizations that can adapt quickly to market shifts. The 2026 Finance Leaders are driving performance with precision and vision, and we’re proud to spotlight the impact they’re making across housing.”

About First American

First American Financial Corporation (NYSE: FAF) is a premier provider of title, settlement, and risk solutions for real estate transactions. With its combination of financial strength and stability built over more than 135 years, innovative proprietary technologies, and unmatched data assets, the company is leading the digital transformation of its industry. First American also provides data products to the title industry and other third parties; valuation products and services; mortgage subservicing; home warranty products; banking, trust and wealth management services; and other related products and services. With total revenue of $7.5 billion in 2025, the company offers its products and services directly and through its agents throughout the United States and abroad. In 2025, First American was named one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For by Great Place to Work^® and Fortune Magazine for the tenth consecutive year. More information about the company can be found at www.firstam.com.

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