Lenders often mistakenly treat loan officer productivity as an individual trait, overpaying for top producers while ignoring the structural and operational factors that actually drive those results. By redefining productivity as an outcome of market alignment and investing in mid-tier originators, institutions can reduce costly turnover and achieve more sustainable, long-term growth.
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. has agreed to acquire Taylor Morrison Home Corporation in an all-cash deal valuing the national homebuilder at approximately $8.5 billion, the companies announced Friday. Under the definitive agreement, Berkshire will pay $72.50 per share in cash, a 24% premium to Taylor Morrison’s closing price of $58.50 on May 29, 2026. The transaction […]