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Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT) has appointed Papanii Okai as Executive Vice President of Product Engineering, effective October 7, 2024. Okai, former Chief Technology Officer at Venmo and PayPal executive, brings extensive tech leadership experience to Rocket. His role will focus on creating AI-driven products to revolutionize the homeownership journey.

Okai joins Rocket as the company is leveraging AI to modernize the homeownership experience. Rocket's AI-powered tools, including Rocket Logic and Rocket Logic – Synopsis, are projected to save over 700,000 hours this year. Okai's appointment aligns with Rocket's strategy to enhance efficiency and personalization in the home buying process.

With nearly 11 years at Venmo, most recently as CTO, Okai led teams that scaled products for 90 million users. His experience at PayPal, serving over 400 million accounts, further strengthens his expertise in building high-performing teams and driving strategic initiatives in fintech.

Rocket Mortgage and Annaly Capital Management, Inc. (NYSE: NLY) have entered into a strategic subservicing agreement. Under this relationship, Rocket will manage servicing and recapture activities for a portion of Annaly's mortgage servicing rights (MSR). Rocket Mortgage, known for its award-winning client experience, has ranked highest in J.D. Power's mortgage servicer study for 10 years.

Rocket's servicing portfolio includes $534.6 billion or 2.6 million loans as of June 30, 2024. The company's AI-driven tools have improved client satisfaction and operational efficiency. Annaly, with nearly $75 billion in assets, has a high-quality MSR portfolio of approximately 608,000 loans, totaling $192 billion in unpaid principal balance. Rocket is expected to begin servicing loans for Annaly as early as December 2024.

Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT) is hosting its inaugural Investor Day on September 10, 2024, in Detroit and via live webcast. The event will showcase the company's AI-fueled homeownership strategy and financial priorities aimed at delivering long-term shareholder value. CEO Varun Krishna and other executive leaders will present on various topics, including:

- The company's vision and technology platform
- Powering success with an end-to-end ecosystem
- Delivering unparalleled client experiences
- Accelerating AI-powered technology
- Deepening client connections through branding
- Driving scaled growth for the long term

The event will also feature a fireside chat with Founder and Chairman Dan Gilbert, discussing Rocket's culture and future vision. Investors can access the live webcast and materials at InvestorDay.RocketCompanies.com.

Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT) has appointed Dan Sogorka as General Manager of Rocket Pro Third Party Origination (TPO), effective September 3, 2024. Sogorka, with extensive experience in mortgage technology, will lead Rocket's broker business into an AI-driven revolution. His role involves establishing the vision and growth strategy for the broker business, leveraging Rocket Mortgage's AI technologies to enhance tools for mortgage brokers.

Sogorka's appointment comes at a important time, with nearly one in five home loans facilitated by mortgage brokers. His background includes leadership roles at Sagent, Cloudvirga, and Black Knight, where he drove technological advancements and growth in the mortgage industry. Rocket Companies aims to empower broker partners with leading technology, streamlined processes, and competitive pricing under Sogorka's leadership.

Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT) has announced its first Investor Day, scheduled for September 10, 2024, in Detroit, Michigan. The event, starting at 9:00 a.m. ET, will showcase the company's AI-driven homeownership strategy and financial priorities aimed at long-term shareholder value.

The day will feature presentations from Rocket's leadership team, including CEO Varun Krishna and CFO Brian Brown. Attendees can expect immersive demo experiences and a tour of downtown Detroit and the company's headquarters. A notable highlight is a fireside chat between Rocket Companies President Bill Emerson and Founder and Chairman Dan Gilbert.

Interested parties can register and view the live webcast at InvestorDay.RocketCompanies.com. A replay and materials will be available on the company's Investor Relations website after the event. In-person attendance is by invitation only.

Rocket Mortgage, part of Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT), has launched 'Welcome Home RateBreak', a lender-paid 2-1 temporary buydown program. This initiative offers homebuyers a reduced mortgage rate by two percentage points in the first year and one point in the second year. Eligible for single-family home purchases with income at or below 80% AMI, it's estimated to benefit over 90 million people.

The program aims to ease financial pressure on new homeowners, particularly first-time buyers. For a $250,000 loan at 6.99%, it could save over $5,800 in the first two years. Rocket Mortgage funds the rate difference through a special escrow account. This initiative complements other Rocket programs like ONE+, which allows for a 1% down payment.

Rocket Mortgage, part of Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT), has announced The Rocket Comedy Tour in partnership with comedian Mike Young. The 25-city nationwide tour will kick off on October 11, 2024, in Phoenix, featuring headlining acts alongside Young in intimate theaters, including Improv venues. The tour aims to create moments of joy and connection, offering a space for shared laughter and recharging.

Casey Hurbis, SVP of Brand Experiences and Strategic Partnerships for Rocket Mortgage, emphasized the tour's goal of providing a communal experience. Mike Young, who has toured with renowned comedians and recently directed 'Stealing Jokes' in Detroit, expressed excitement about collaborating with top stand-up talent. The tour will visit major cities including Cleveland, Denver, Los Angeles, and Miami, with tickets going on sale later this month.

Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT) announced its Q2 2024 results, reporting total revenue of $1.3 billion and adjusted revenue of $1.2 billion, exceeding guidance. GAAP net income reached $178 million, or $0.01 per diluted share, while adjusted net income was $121 million, or $0.06 per diluted share. Adjusted EBITDA rose to $225 million, marking a year-over-year increase for the fifth consecutive quarter.

The company experienced growth in loan origination volume to $24.7 billion, a 10.4% increase from Q2 2023. Gain on sale margin improved to 2.99%. Rocket's liquidity totaled $8.6 billion, including significant undrawn lines of credit.

Rocket highlighted several operational advancements, including increased use of AI-powered tools and expanded mortgage servicing capabilities. The company was also recognized for client satisfaction and saw a substantial rise in home equity loan volumes. For Q3 2024, Rocket projects adjusted revenue between $1.15 billion and $1.3 billion.

Rocket Mortgage, part of Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT), has been ranked #1 in client satisfaction for mortgage servicing by J.D. Power for the 10th consecutive year. The company topped all categories in the survey, which involved over 11,000 American homeowners. Rocket has significantly expanded its use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the homeownership journey, resulting in first call resolutions exceeding 60%.

Key innovations include Rocket Logic – Synopsis, an AI tool that transcribes client calls and captures details, projected to save over 45,000 hours annually. Rocket's serviced clients are three times more likely to return for their next home loan compared to the industry average. The company's servicing portfolio stands at $511 billion of unpaid principal balance with 2.5 million loans serviced as of March 30, 2024.