NEW YORK — June 25, 2026 — New Bankrate research finds 87% of American mortgage borrowers are likely overpaying for their home loans as of 2025. It's not because better rates were unavailable — it's because most borrowers never found them. The $65 billion Americans who bought mortgages since 2022 overpay each year could have been saved had borrowers used Bankrate's mortgage auction, where lenders compete in real time on price alone. That's not a market problem. It's an access problem — and it's a solvable one.

Borrowers paid an estimated $65 billion in excess interest each year across mortgages originated since 2022, which comes out to about $3,343 per household annually. For the typical borrower, that adds up to $78,186 over the life of a 30-year loan, more than the median American household’s total retirement savings.

“The dream of homeownership feels increasingly out of reach for millions of Americans, so it’s worth asking whether the problem is the market or the process,” said Bankrate CEO Matt Fellowes, the primary author of the study. “Our research suggests that for most borrowers, competitive rates exist; borrowers just never see them. When lenders compete for a borrower’s business, the savings are meaningful and immediate: $279 a month on average, an amount that puts homeownership out of reach for many borrowers.”

A mortgage is the single largest financial contract most people will ever sign. While homeownership has long been considered the engine of middle class wealth creation in America, Bankrate’s research confirms the debt that wealth is built on materially weighs down Americans’ financial outcomes. 

The study calls for two market-based policy responses:

1)     A requirement that lenders disclose a benchmark rate for similarly qualified borrowers alongside any mortgage offer, and

2)     A voluntary certification framework for lenders that compete in transparent multi-lender marketplaces.

Neither requires new government programs, and both are designed to make the competition that already exists in the mortgage market visible to the borrowers who need it most.

Bankrate was built on a simple premise: People deserve to know what the market actually offers them. They get better outcomes when banks compete for their business, and they pay a steep price when the leverage they can apply goes unused. People deserve access to the information lenders would prefer to keep to themselves, and the ability to act on that information when making big financial decisions like applying for a mortgage.

Key Findings

• The scale of the problem. 87% of borrowers likely overpay for their mortgages, costing roughly $11 billion in excess payments annually on loans taken out in 2025 and approximately $247 billion over the life of those loans. More than 90% of purchasing borrowers likely overpay, losing an estimated $3,656 per year. Refinance borrowers, despite having more time to shop, still likely overpay 79% of the time, losing $2,462 annually. 

• The wealth paradox. 82% of low-income borrowers (under $49,000) likely overpay by an estimated $1,472 annually compared to 90% of higher-middle-income households ($100,000–$200,000) as of 2025. Higher-middle-income borrowers have the highest overpayment share of any income group, surrendering an estimated 23% of their total loan balance to avoidable mortgage costs over 30 years. 

• The seniority tax. In the purchase market, every age group overpays at roughly the same rate. But in the refinance market, borrowers under 35 carry a lifetime tax equal to 14% of the refinanced loan balance. The refinance lifetime tax grows steadily with age, reaching 20% for pre-retirement borrowers (aged 55–64).

• The creditworthiness paradox. The most creditworthy borrowers are most likely to overpay. Of American mortgage holders in the lowest debt-to-income (DTI) quartile (below 33%), 91% overpay as of 2025. Borrowers in the second-lowest quartile (33% to 38%) post the highest segment rate in the entire dataset at 92% overall. 

• The conventional premium. Conventional borrowers, the most creditworthy in the study, overpay 89% of the time as of 2025, carrying lifetime excess costs equal to 23% of their loan balance. This is a higher rate than Federal Housing Administration (FHA) borrowers (83% overpayment rate and 17% lifetime tax) and Veterans Administration (VA) borrowers (81% overpayment rate and 18% lifetime tax). Both FHA and VA programs impose standardized consumer protections that limit lender pricing discretion, while the conventional market does not.

• The geographic divide. Borrowers are most likely to overpay in Pennsylvania (90.2%), Oregon (90.1%), and New Hampshire (89.8%) as of 2025. However, the highest lifetime tax percentages — overpayment amounts relative to the loan balances — fall on states like New Hampshire (23.0%), Illinois (23.0%), New Jersey (22.9%), and Florida (22.6%), where the same spread bites harder on smaller principals.

Methodology

To measure mortgage overpayments in the U.S., Bankrate compared mortgage originations between 2022 and 2025 against offers lenders were making on Bankrate’s mortgage marketplace. Offers submitted through the Bankrate platform are binding — conditional only on the accuracy and completeness of the borrower's inputs — and are honored by the winning lender at origination. As a result, these bids are directly comparable to the terms at which loans are actually originated in the market, data made publicly available by the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA). 

Our model accounted for risk by factoring in 17 different criteria that affect a mortgage rate, including a borrower's down payment, loan size, debt levels, loan type, and more. Because FICO scores are not reported in the federal HMDA database, we used public housing data from Freddie Mac and Ginnie Mae to safely and accurately estimate them based on typical borrower profiles.

The study defines "overpayment" as how much a borrower’s actual interest rate exceeded the competitive market offers available for their exact borrower profile each month, weighted by monthly origination volume across a specific year’s rate environment. This provides an accurate measurement of the likelihood that a borrower paid more than competitive market rates, given their specific financial situation and the market conditions at the time they signed their loan.

About Bankrate

Bankrate is where Americans go to get the best price on life's most important financial decisions. By combining proprietary data, advanced technology, and deep market coverage, Bankrate helps consumers compare options and make confident financial choices across mortgages, credit cards, savings, and more. As a rate provider to the Federal Reserve and the benchmark relied upon by major publishers and policymakers nationwide, Bankrate's rate data is the national standard. This commitment to precision is reflected across all its products. In mortgages, proprietary auction technology puts lenders in real-time competition on price alone, consistently delivering rates in the lowest 10% in the country. For deposits, the platform features exclusively top-tier rates in the top 10% nationally, while its credit card coverage encompasses more than 90% of the market by volume. Founded by a journalist, Bankrate remains dedicated to its founding mission of transparency, honest information, and real competition — helping to make the American dream more affordable for everyone.

NEW YORK-- Bankrate’s 40 years’ worth of consumer finance rate data — the Bankrate Monitor (BRM) National Index as well as select consumer polling data — is now available through Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED®), the online database maintained by the Research Division of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis.

FRED data is drawn from 119 sources across the consumer finance industry. Fewer than 20 of those sources are private sector sources, putting Bankrate alongside a small group of consumer finance providers included in FRED, which had more than 20 million users last year alone.

Through the FRED platform, Bankrate’s extensive history of rate tracking is now more publicly accessible to policymakers, economists and investors to analyze mortgage market trends, guide capital allocations, and inform economic forecasting.

"This placement is the next step in Bankrate's four decades of providing financial product rate data," said Bankrate CEO Matt Fellowes. “Joining the ranks of leading U.S. companies whose data has become foundational to how markets and researchers understand the economy — is a milestone we're incredibly proud of.”

FRED now hosts two distinct Bankrate data sets:

• (Release 742): A weekly survey of interest rate trends on financial products including various mortgages structures, home equity loans, and deposit accounts.

• (Release 741): A selection of annual consumer polling questions measuring sentiment on key financial issues such as home affordability and the barriers to homeownership.

Users can retrieve, graph, and download these series via the FRED website. For more information on Bankrate’s historical data, visit the .

About Bankrate

Founded more than 50 years ago, Bankrate is one of America’s leading AI-powered financial marketplaces — trusted by millions to discover and secure the best financial products and rates. Across its platform, Bankrate combines data, technology, and deep market coverage to help consumers compare options and make confident financial decisions. In mortgages, this capability goes further with a proprietary, auction-driven model that transforms how consumers shop for home loans. In real time, lenders compete for each consumer’s business, creating a dynamic marketplace that consistently delivers more competitive, personalized offers than traditional rate comparisons. This advantage is measurable: in 2025, Bankrate’s mortgage platform outperformed more than 99% of surveyed rates across more than 600 banks and credit unions. For over half a century, Bankrate has remained focused on a single mission: putting consumers first — using transparency, technology, and competition to help people make smarter financial decisions. To learn more about how Bankrate evaluates mortgage offers, visit

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CHARLOTTE, NC (March 24, 2026) — �������� has earned a Platinum badge, the highest overall honor, on the first-ever Where You Work Matters™ list released today at 6 AM ET. The national rating identifies the top-performing U.S. employers that successfully enable workers to build careers, increase their earnings, and advance within their organizations.

Assembled by the Schultz Family Foundation and the Burning Glass Institute in partnership with Harvard Business School, the Where You Work Matters List is a groundbreaking, independent assessment of 1,750 major U.S. employers. Unlike other recognitions based on corporate surveys, this list is powered by an empirical analysis of real-world outcomes for more than 12 million American workers, measuring how they actually fare in terms of pay, promotion, and retention.

In Good Company

�������� is among a select group of 350 companies to receive the Platinum overall recognition. By achieving this status, �������� joins the ranks of other industry leaders recognized for exceptional workforce outcomes, including McKinsey, Truist, Deloitte, Boeing, Fidelity Investments, General Motors, HubSpot, Lockheed Martin, and Procter & Gamble.

Measuring What Matters

The assessment provides a role-by-role look at how companies create opportunity. �������� was recognized for its performance in key areas that define a high-quality career path:

• Early-career mobility: Creating entry-level pathways that provide essential skills for advancement.

• Internal Growth: Developing leaders from within and providing clear upward trajectories.

• Economic Stability: Offering leading pay and maintaining strong employee retention.

“T��� Where You Work Matters List provides essential new transparency about how well major American employers enable workers to advance in their careers,” said Rajiv Chandrasekaran, managing director of the Schultz Family Foundation. “It allows employers to celebrate their successes and identify how they can better serve their workers across their entire organization.”

The Where You Work Matters List is a non-profit, public-interest initiative and does not rely on corporate disclosures or pay-for-play participation. To view the full 2026 rankings and methodology, visit.

Detailed information on ��������’ Platinum rating can be found on the.

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About ��������

�������� is a global portfolio of high-growth companies — spanning several U.S. businesses, a joint venture in the health services industry, and strategic investments in Europe and Puerto Rico. Their businesses include The Points Guy, Lonely Planet, Bankrate, the Allconnect Platform, �������� Home Client Growth, �������� Growth & Transformation, Sage Home Loans Corporation, �������� Education and more. Across the portfolio, �������� businesses deliver seamless digital experiences for consumers, help Fortune 100 clients solve large-scale digital growth challenges, and create world-class experiences and opportunities for employees. Learn more at redventures.com and follow @RedVentures on LinkedIn and Instagram.

About the Schultz Family Foundation

The Schultz Family Foundation's mission is to create greater opportunity, accessible to all. Our work is deeply rooted in the lives and values of our co-founders, Sheri and Howard Schultz, who believe talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not. Learn more at:.

About the Burning Glass Institute

The Burning Glass Institute is a fully independent, nonprofit data laboratory that develops and analyzes novel datasets to construct models, metrics, and benchmarks that boost economic mobility, drive worker and community prosperity, and improve how talent and opportunity connect. Learn more at.

CHARLOTTE, NC – ��������, a global portfolio of high-growth businesses, has once again achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation’s 2026 Corporate Equality Index (CEI). This marks the third year in a row the company has earned the “Equality 100 Award,” the nation’s premier benchmark for LGBTQ+ friendly workplace policies and practices.

For ��������, this recognition is about more than just a score. It’s a reflection of a year-round commitment to its people and the local community:

• Venture Out: Our LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group (ERG) is at the center of our culture, driving advocacy, mentorship, and creating community within �������� and in our community

• Charlotte Pride: As a long-standing partner of Charlotte Pride, �������� remains deeply committed to supporting the LGBTQ+ community in our our city and beyond

• Equitable Benefits: The perfect score recognizes ��������’s industry-leading benefits, including comprehensive healthcare for LGBTQ+ teammates and their families and non-discrimination policies that protect all employees.

“For nearly a quarter of a century, the Corporate Equality Index has put a marker down for businesses committed to inclusion and transparency for all workers. Now, more than ever, we celebrate them,” said Kelley Robinson, President of the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. “No matter the environment, companies that communicate clearly and lead with transparency earn trust, retain talent, and strengthen their business.”

By maintaining a 100% rating for three consecutive years, �������� continues to set the standard for how high-growth businesses can prioritize culture and community alongside performance.

Join a Culture Where You Belong

�������� is looking for innovators, dreamers, and leaders. To learn more about our commitment to diversity or to view our open roles, visit .

November 3, 2025 — Robinhood, the financial services platform on a mission to democratize finance for all, has fully rolled out a new mortgage offer for Robinhood Gold subscribers through an exclusive agreement with Sage Home Loans, a modern digital mortgage lender in the �������� portfolio.

Starting today, all eligible Robinhood Gold subscribers can access mortgage rates at least 0.75% below the national average, along with a $500 credit toward closing costs on new home purchases or refinances, powered by Sage Home Loans.

The exclusive mortgage offer was first piloted over the summer to a small group of Robinhood Gold subscribers. The broader launch comes at a time when affordability challenges are weighing on buyers, and refinancing can potentially help homeowners save significantly over the lifetime of their loans.

While the collaboration introduces Robinhood’s customers to Sage’s streamlined lending experience, it also underscores a larger transformation within the mortgage industry — where data-driven technology, transparency, and user experience are rapidly reshaping how people buy and refinance homes.

As the exclusive lender powering the offer, Sage Home Loans combines mortgage expertise with modern technology to deliver a seamless and transparent lending experience. Through its data-driven platform, Sage simplifies each stage of the home financing process, helping borrowers move from application to close with greater confidence and efficiency. The company’s mission is to expand access to homeownership by lowering costs and removing barriers for today’s buyers.

“This work reflects Sage’s commitment to leading the future of home lending,” said Mike Malloy, CEO of Sage Home Loans. “We’ve built a mortgage experience that’s simple, digital, and transparent — and collaborating with Robinhood shows what’s possible when technology meets accessibility. Our goal is to help more people turn financial progress into homeownership, one of life’s most meaningful milestones.”

“Robinhood’s mission is to democratize finance for all, and this new benefit for annual Gold subscribers underscores that commitment,” said Sakhi Gandhi, Director of Partnerships at Robinhood. “Through our work with Sage Home Loans, we’re helping reduce financial barriers to homeownership and empowering customers to build wealth through one of life’s most important investments.”

Together, Sage and Robinhood are empowering Robinhood Gold subscribers to explore loan options and connect with Sage’s loan officers through a seamless digital experience. The offer is available to eligible Gold members through the Robinhood app.

Disclosures

Robinhood Gold is a subscription-based membership program of premium services offered through Robinhood Gold, LLC.

Robinhood Gold offer, powered by Sage Home Loans. Sage Home Loans Corporation NMLS ID #3304 is not affiliated with any Robinhood entity. Robinhood is not a lender. Average based on your loan scenario, informed by the Mortgage News Daily national average. .

About Sage Home Loans

Sage Home Loans (NMLS ID # 3304), a �������� company, is a modern mortgage lender that blends personalized expertise with cutting-edge technology to help borrowers confidently achieve homeownership. Operating across multiple states, Sage focuses on affordability, simplicity, and trust, offering transparent, data-driven solutions that redefine the lending experience. Sage is not affiliated with Robinhood. Learn more at www.sagehomeloans.com. For licensing information go to NMLS Consumer Access. Not available in all states.

About Robinhood

Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOOD) transformed financial services by introducing commission-free stock trading and democratizing access to the markets for millions of investors. Today, Robinhood, through its subsidiaries, lets you trade stocks, options, futures (which includes event contracts), and crypto, invest for retirement, earn with Robinhood Gold, and access an expert-managed portfolio with Robinhood Strategies. Headquartered in Menlo Park, California, Robinhood puts customers in the driver’s seat, delivering unprecedented value and products intentionally designed for a new generation of investors. Additional information about Robinhood can be found at www.robinhood.com.

“Robinhood” and the Robinhood feather logo are registered trademarks of Robinhood Markets, Inc. All other names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Matt Fellowes, who will be based out of the Washington, D.C. area, has been named CEO of Bankrate, the personal finance platform that helps millions make informed financial decisions. A nationally recognized financial technology innovator, Fellowes brings a rare combination of entrepreneurial and Fortune 100 experience — having founded the award-winning HelloWallet (acquired by Morningstar), led Wealth Management at Capital One, and served as Chief Innovation Officer at Morningstar. Earlier in his career, he held senior roles at the Pew Charitable Trusts, The Brookings Institution, and Georgetown University. His proven track record of building and scaling consumer finance platforms makes him uniquely positioned to lead Bankrate into its next era of growth and innovation. See Bankrate’s full press release .

Liza Landsman, who joined earlier this year as CEO of The Points Guy (TPG) and is based in New York, brings decades of leadership experience across technology, finance, and digital innovation. Landsman previously served as CEO of investing platform Stash, President of Jet.com — where she helped scale the business and integrate it into Walmart’s U.S. eCommerce division — and held senior leadership roles at E*TRADE, BlackRock, and Citigroup. A proven operator and board member for Choice Hotels International (NYSE: CHH), Landsman is known for building customer-first digital businesses and will lead TPG into its next phase of growth as the leading authority in travel and loyalty rewards.

Alexandra López-Soler, who joined �������� Education this summer as co-Lead, brings more than 30 years of professional experience to the role, overseeing strategy and growth for the education business from San Juan, Puerto Rico. A digital marketing leader with deep expertise across fintech, banking, and consulting, López-Soler has held senior roles at Evertec, Citibank, Deloitte Consulting, Procter & Gamble, Oriental Bank, and GFR Media. She was recognized by Ragan Communications as one of the Top Women in Marketing in 2024.

Together, these appointments underscore ��������’ commitment to attracting and empowering exceptional leaders to accelerate growth, strengthen trusted businesses, and build the next generation of industry-defining digital platforms.

About ��������

�������� is a global portfolio of high-growth companies — spanning several U.S. businesses, a joint venture in the health services industry, and strategic investments in Europe and Puerto Rico. Their businesses include The Points Guy, Lonely Planet, Bankrate, the Allconnect Platform, �������� Home Client Growth, �������� Growth & Transformation, Sage Home Loans Corporation, �������� Education and more. Across the portfolio, �������� businesses deliver seamless digital experiences for consumers, help Fortune 100 clients solve large-scale digital growth challenges, and create world-class experiences and opportunities for employees. Learn more at redventures.com and follow @RedVentures on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Live on-air, �������� and nonprofit Stronger Than Ever donated nearly $72,000 to , a local nonprofit focused on providing on-the-ground support to Western NC in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. 

The donation - which was raised through generous donations from �������� employees and matched by the company - will be deployed by Beloved Asheville to continue supporting western North Carolina's recovery.

Watch the full segment on GMA below or

Evelyn Miller joins �������� as General Counsel, bringing a wealth of experience in privacy, data policy, and corporate governance. Previously, she oversaw legal functions at Meta and National Geographic, demonstrating her ability to navigate complex legal issues in highly regulated industries. Evelyn's extensive knowledge and strategic insights will be instrumental in enhancing ��������’ legal capabilities.

Bradley Rogers, a marketing veteran with more than 25 years of experience driving growth for global brands like IBM, Mastercard, Microsoft, and Nestle, joins as President, Growth & Transformation, Home Partnerships. In this role, Bradley will leverage his expertise to lead strategic initiatives that fuel growth and innovation within the home partnerships sector. His proven track record of success positions him as a key leader who will contribute significantly to ��������’ continued expansion.

Maria Taylor, a respected HR leader with more than 15 years of experience, will spearhead talent operations at Sage Home Loans Corporation, a �������� company. Maria's focus will be on fostering a culture of excellence and rapidly expanding the Sage team in 2025.  Her expertise in building high-performing teams will be invaluable as Sage scales its operations.

These key hires demonstrate ��������’ commitment to building a world-class leadership team to drive future growth and success. 

For media inquiries, contact press@redventures.com. To explore open roles, please visit .

Honored to be included alongside industry giants such as Google, Accenture, Bank of America, Microsoft, and more, the CEI evaluated companies based on specific criteria aligned with four core pillars:

• Non-discrimination policies across business entities

• Equitable benefits for LGBTQ+ teammates and their families

• Supporting an inclusive culture

• Corporate social responsibility.

�������� proudly offers employees an array of inclusive benefits, including gender transformation coverage, compassionate care, and cutting-edge fertility treatments. For more information on �������� and to explore career opportunities, visit www.redventures.com.

View the �������� score . The full HRC report is available online at .

In an industry largely defined by frustrating, seemingly never-ending back and forth, Sage’s professionals will combine a focus on building trust by solving client problems with data-enabled pathways to create a client experience like no other.

“T���re has never been a mortgage company like Sage. We are laser focused on how we can solve our clients’ problems using tools and technologies that no other lender has while delivering an experience unmatched in the industry,” said Malloy. “Leveraging cutting edge technology, our incredible team of professionals will be there every step of the way, relentlessly focused on simplifying the life of each client so they can focus on what matters most-achieving their dreams.”

Prior to joining Sage, Malloy, who will be based out of the Indian Land, SC headquarters, helped transform the mortgage industry through leadership roles at Rocket, Quicken Loans and Bank of America.

, the technology company helping millions of people confidently care for and improve their homes, today announced a partnership with , the parent company of MyMove, Allconnect and Bankrate, to simplify the moving experience for homeowners and renters.

The integration gives users on MyMove’s moving platform and ��������’ partner networks the ability to easily search for and book local Thumbtack professionals for various home projects including moving, TV mounting, lawn care, painting, remodeling and more. Users can also tackle moving tasks such as setting up their internet, choosing energy providers in deregulated markets and connecting with financial providers for larger scale projects, all without leaving the page.

“This partnership allows Thumbtack to seamlessly integrate into the experience of moving and getting settled into a new home, providing support for whatever a homeowner needs in the moment,” said Mark Poston, Thumbtack’s Chief Commercial Officer. “By integrating with MyMove and ��������, millions of people can now instantly book projects with high-quality professionals in their area and better achieve their home improvement goals.”

Today, through MyMove’s platform – both on the MyMove+ app and on MyMove.com – homeowners and renters can connect directly with professionals after they have submitted their address change through the USPS Change-of-Address process – allowing MyMove and USPS to enhance the consumer’s moving experience and providing movers with the best brands and services at their fingertips. With this new partnership, movers will now have access to Thumbtack’s community of 300,000 local professionals and can view their availability as well as easily book projects – all within MyMove’s platform.

“Moving is already stressful enough. This partnership provides a unique opportunity for us to simplify the settling-in process and help movers find joy in their new home. Helping millions of movers each year, the partnership with Thumbtack adds a tremendous breadth of value for users at a key life moment,” said Tyler O’Rourke, MyMove’s General Manager.

Future integrations are planned with other �������� brands and businesses, including , and , where users will find relevant content about home projects and can easily hire Thumbtack professionals to tackle jobs on the spot. With skilled service professionals in every county across the U.S., Thumbtack is the best place to find a professional with the right expertise, availability and pricing to help care for your home.

About Thumbtack

�±�’r�� , a technology company helping millions of people confidently care for and improve their homes. Our homeowners get personalized guidance on what to do and when to do it as well as who to hire from our growing community of 300,000 local service businesses. Every day in every county of the U.S., people turn to Thumbtack to complete small fixes, routine maintenance, and major improvements. With over 10 million 5-star projects and counting, we empower homeowners to take control and local businesses to grow. Accomplish more with Thumbtack.

About ��������:

�������� (��������) is home to a diverse portfolio of industry-leading brands and businesses, strategic partnerships, and proprietary technology – including Allconnect, MyMove, Bankrate, Lonely Planet, CNET, The Points Guy, BestColleges and more. Together, �������� helps millions of people worldwide make life's most important decisions, accelerates digital adaptation, and innovates the online consumer experience by improving every step of the consumer journey – from first discovery of information, throughout the decision-making process, to transactions. Visit or follow @RedVentures on social media to learn more.

, a leading AI-enabled multifamily industry operating system, today announced a multifaceted partnership with , a portfolio of major industry brands including Bankrate, a trusted name in personal finance, MyMove, a one-stop shop for all things moving, and Allconnect, a free connectivity platform that simplifies shopping for utilities and broadband internet. Together with ��������, Entrata will be able to provide an even more robust and useful resident services offering through and launch Marketplace: an all-in-one solution for residents to obtain a suite of essential resources — like internet, utilities and financial services — with groundbreaking personalization and optionality as residents move across properties.

There are more renters in the U.S. than ever before, and many prefer to , creating a new version of the American Dream and see the flexibility of renting as their way of achieving it. The Entrata-�������� partnership is a display of advocacy for millions of residents across the country in homes powered by Entrata, who now have unparalleled access to financial services and move-in essentials to amplify the benefits of their renting experience.

"Renters have historically faced an uphill battle to maintain their personal financial identity — the cards are stacked against them as resident services apps have never unified financial services. Not to mention today's move-in process can be a modern-day nightmare, as many residents are stuck with finding essentials like internet and utility services all on their own — many times on short notice," said Adam Edmunds, CEO of Entrata. "In collaboration with ��������, we're excited to launch the first category of the Homebody Marketplace through Entrata, which offers one single platform for enhancing personal financial wellness, access to exclusive offers, and simplifying the moving experience for the resident."

Through this partnership, Homebody Marketplace now provides a comprehensive suite of home internet, energy and financial tools that facilitate easy comparison and selection. Additionally, it streamlines various aspects of the moving process, such as updates to personal information and continuous access to essential home services.

"We are looking forward to bringing together our team's expertise and diverse portfolio, spanning energy, connectivity, movers, and financial services, with Entrata's market knowledge and platform," said Stefan Valley, President, �������� Home. "We believe Homebody Marketplace can be a significant step in guiding residents before, during and after their moving experience."

Since launching in October, Entrata's Homebody platform has seen rapid growth and success as hundreds of thousands of renters finally have access to financial and home services that are adequate to their needs. In March, Entrata also announced the upcoming Homebody Rewards program to help renters when they pay through the platform. In addition, Bankrate and Entrata will also partner to syndicate educational content on resident services.

For more information, visit , or .

About ��������
�������� (��������) is home to a diverse portfolio of industry-leading brands and businesses, strategic partnerships, and proprietary technology – including Allconnect, Bankrate, Lonely Planet, CNET, The Points Guy, BestColleges and more. Together, �������� helps millions of people worldwide make life's most important decisions, accelerates digital adaptation, and innovates the online consumer experience by improving every step of the consumer journey – from first discovery of information, throughout the decision-making process, to transactions. Visit or follow @RedVentures on social media to learn more.

About Entrata
Entrata is the leading operating system for multifamily communities worldwide. Setting the bar for innovation in property management software since 2003, Entrata offers solutions for every step of the leasing lifecycle and empowers owners, property managers, and renters to create stronger communities. Entrata currently serves over three million residents across more than 20 thousand multifamily communities around the globe. Learn more at .

The 2024 �������� Webby nominations, currently open for “People’s Voice Awards” voting, include:

• "" (Featured Guest category)

• "" (Social: Art & Culture category)

• "" (Social: Best Social Video Series category)

• "" (Video: How-To, Explainer & DIY category)

As a nominee, �������� is eligible to win a Webby Award, selected by Judges, and the Webby People’s Voice Award, voted online by fans across the globe. From now until April 18th, the public can cast their votes at vote.webbyawards.com. Winners of both awards in each category will be announced Tuesday, April 23, 2024.

In addition to the nominations, The Points Guy has been honored in the "" and "" categories.

"Nominees like ��������, Lonely Planet, The Points Guy, and CNET are setting the standard for innovation and creativity on the Internet,” added Nick Borenstein, General Manager of The Webby Awards. “It is an incredible achievement to be selected among the best from the nearly 13,000 entries we received this year.”

The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) has honored �������� as a leading LGBTQ+-friendly workplace, awarding the company a perfect score of 100 percent on the annual Corporate Equality Index (CEI). We are delighted to receive this accolade for the first time and to be listed among esteemed companies like Google, Nike, Walt Disney, Microsoft, AirBnb and Amazon.

The CEI evaluates companies based on specific criteria aligned with four core pillars:

• Workplace Protections

• Inclusive Benefits

• Internal Training and Inclusive Culture

• Corporate Social Responsibility

This year, the CEI introduced two new criteria focusing on companies implementing gender transition guidelines with supportive policies and documentation guidance, as well as workplace policies that guarantee a safe and affirming environment for transgender and non-binary employees.

RaShawn “Shawnie” Hawkins, Senior Director of Workplace Equality at the Human Rights Campaign, remarked, “For more than two decades, businesses have been instrumental in advancing LGBTQ+ equality by prioritizing employee needs and voices in matters of workplace inclusivity. While there is still progress to be made, the increasing participation in the CEI year after year indicates a business community that recognizes the importance and value of upholding equity and inclusion.”

�������� takes pride in providing a range of inclusive benefits, such as incorporating gender transformation coverage into its medical plans to offer compassionate, high-quality care for transgender employees. Medical services for the treatment of diagnosed gender dysphoria may encompass mental health therapy, hormone therapy, mastectomy with chest reconstruction, gender-affirming lower-body surgeries, and more.

Additionally, the company has partnered with a prominent fertility benefits solution to offer an inclusive family-building benefit that supports individuals on their unique paths to parenthood. This benefit includes comprehensive treatment coverage utilizing cutting-edge technologies and treatments, access to top-quality care through a premier network of fertility specialists, and personalized emotional support and guidance from dedicated patient care advocates.

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A groundbreaking new mental health center dedicated to helping Ukraine children and teens suffering PTSD and war trauma-related conditions will open today in Lviv, providing free and low-cost treatment to children in need. The facility, located in Lviv’s St. Nicolas Children’s Hospital, will provide everything from psychotherapy, speech therapy, rehabilitation and medical services to Ukraine youth. Creation of the center was made possible with a significant investment from nonprofit organization Stronger Than Ever and ��������, a US-based company, along with other donors, through a partnership with Lviv IT Cluster and JustAnswer.

Research has shown that war has long-lasting effects on children and adolescents. Those who have directly experienced being in conflict zones are much more likely to suffer from various types of disorders, emphasizes Ivan Myskiv, the director of the St. Nicholas Hospital.

“T��� number of children in need of help is increasing every day because the psychological consequences of war are distant in time. Children experience anxiety disorders, PTSD, depression, dissociative disorders, behavioral disorders, and are more prone to alcohol and drug abuse,” said Myskiv. “That’s why creating this Center is so important. More than two years into this Russian invasion, we realize that it’s not just surgical interventions or physical treatment needed, but psychological assistance for the youth of Ukraine as well.”

Stronger Than Ever and �������� joined forces to fund the construction of the pediatric mental health center as part of Stronger Than Ever’s broader mission to support humanitarian crises around the world. “T���re is no greater purpose than helping children in need,” said Ric Elias, founder of Stronger Than Ever and CEO of ��������. “With the pediatric mental health center opening today, we create access to mental health resources for Ukraine’s youngest citizens, and empower them to carve a path towards a brighter and more prosperous future for the country.”

JustAnswer CEO Andy Kurtzig, whose company and nonprofit organization, the Arizae Foundation helped connect Stronger Than Ever and �������� with Lviv IT Cluster for this project and funded the adult Mental Health Center launched in late 2022, believes it’s more important than ever to maintain support for Ukraine today.

“As we near the two-year anniversary of the Russian invasion, and the world is faced with new acts of international terrorism and atrocities in the Middle East, it would be easy to get distracted and lose focus, but that would be a terrible mistake,” said Kurtzig, whose company still employs hundreds of people in Ukraine. “Now is the time to increase support in every way possible – especially to the innocent children who have witnessed horrors that no one should ever see, and still live in constant fear and uncertainty. We cannot stand by and watch as a generation of young Ukrainians suffers from the effects of violence and fear.”

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About Stronger Than Ever

Stronger Than Ever, formerly known as Rebuild Puerto Rico, is a nonprofit organization committed to supporting humanitarian crises around the world, including Russia’s ongoing war against Ukraine. Ukraine and charitable efforts in Puerto Rico. Stronger Than Ever’s goal is to raise $5M to help rebuild Ukraine. To learn more about how to donate or get involved, visit our website at StrongerThanEver.com or follow us at Instagram @StrongerThanEverOrg.

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�������� (��������) is home to a diverse portfolio of industry-leading brands and businesses, strategic partnerships, and proprietary technology – including Allconnect, Bankrate, Lonely Planet, CNET, The Points Guy, BestColleges and more. Together, �������� helps millions of people worldwide make life’s most important decisions, accelerates digital adaptation, and innovates the online consumer experience by improving every step of the consumer journey – from first discovery of information, throughout the decision-making process, to transactions. Visit www.redventures.com or follow @RedVentures on social media to learn more.

About JustAnswer

is an online platform that connects people with live Doctors, Lawyers, Veterinarians, Mechanics and other verified and vetted Experts for real-time, personalized assistance and answers to just about any question or problem 24/7. With more than 12,000 experts across 150 categories, JustAnswer is the leading destination for accessing affordable professional help on-demand when and from wherever you need it.

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Allconnect, part of the �������� portfolio, built Chameleon on patented technology with proprietary data structures and machine learning to enhance the experience for consumers searching for broadband solutions available in their area. At the heart of Chameleon is an engine that identifies multiple providers over 99% of the time and blends into a publisher’s brand guidelines. Further, it allows consumers to quickly compare and order the services that make the most sense for them.

Wesley Higgins, Customer Experience Technology Manager of Alabama Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company stated, “We’ve had a strategy to provide more personalization in our online customer experiences and Chameleon was a perfect fit for that. Also, many customers are accessing our website through a mobile phone and Chameleon has a great look and feel to it. It was really simple to put in place and increases customer satisfaction creating a win-win for our business and customers.”

“Chameleon extends the technology behind our choice-based platform and enables a tailored CX presented seamlessly within our client’s websites,” said Allconnect Executive Vice President Kim Shumway. “In addition to fiber, cable, telco and 5G options, Chameleon will soon add the ability to offer energy, insurance, protection, streaming, and other services, making it a one-stop shop for any website looking to increase conversion and customer satisfaction.”

About Allconnect

For the last 25 years Allconnect’s proprietary platform has offered over 40 million consumers a free, one-stop comparison marketplace to personalize and connect broadband, media, telecom, utility, energy, and home protection products. Part of the �������� portfolio, our clients can now leverage the power of our next generation platforms to enable them to offer their customers expert advice, personalized experiences, and relevant information and tools to make informed decisions. For more information about Allconnect, visit us on .

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�������� (��������) is home to a diverse portfolio of industry-leading brands and businesses, strategic partnerships, and proprietary technology – including Allconnect, Bankrate, Lonely Planet, CNET, The Points Guy, BestColleges and more. Together, �������� helps millions of people worldwide make life’s most important decisions, accelerates digital adaptation, and innovates the online consumer experience by improving every step of the consumer journey – from first discovery of information, throughout the decision-making process, to transactions. Visit  or follow @RedVentures on social media to learn more.

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Fort Mill, SC – November 17, 2022 — Allconnect, the leading comparison marketplace platform that simplifies connecting home services, received a customer satisfaction score of 85 in 2021. With their latest ranking, Allconnect scores above top ACSI-measured companies such as Amazon, Google, Hershey, Clorox, Chick-Fil-A, and more. 

Allconnect, a �������� company, has ranked above all companies publicly measured by the ACSI for the last four years, from 2018-2021. The publicly reported scores are based on over a half million surveys distributed and thoroughly assessed by the ACSI. The company’s consecutive leadership in customer satisfaction displays Allconnect’s dedication to putting the customer first.

“We are focused on sustained performance and providing premier customer experiences as long-term differentiators, and Allconnect delivers results year after year as evidenced by our ACSI scores”, said Allconnect Executive Vice President Kim Shumway. “Our name says it all – if you want to connect customers with services needed during the moments that matter, Allconnect can help capture opportunities like no one else can.”

Allconnect offers its partners the tools and seamless customer experience necessary to help consumers make smarter, cleaner and healthier decisions for their home and life. Distribution partners value the high brand perception, revenue and efficiencies gained by experiences powered by Allconnect. For the biggest brands in home services and retail, Allconnect also offers the largest mover marketplace combined with data-powered personalization and conversion engines to ensure their products are recommended when purchase intent is at its peak.

‍About Allconnect

Over the last 25 years Allconnect’s proprietary platform has offered over 40 million consumers a free, one-stop comparison marketplace to personalize and connect broadband, media, telecom, utility, energy, and home protection products. Allconnect also enrolled over 3.5 million utility customers in carbon offset, warranty, energy efficiency, low income, energy choice, and smart rate options. Allconnect’s 2021 ACSI Score was based on 135,000 surveys and compared to 2021 ACSI Scores of Publicly Measured Companies generated by ACSI.  Surveys were administered by Allconnect and modeled by ACSI LLC using the proprietary ACSI methodology. ACSI LLC did not regulate the Allconnect survey administration or sample size. For more information about Allconnect, visit us on .

About ��������

�������� (��������) is home to a diverse portfolio of industry-leading brands and businesses, strategic partnerships, and proprietary technology – including Allconnect, Bankrate, Lonely Planet, CNET, The Points Guy, BestColleges and more. Together, �������� helps millions of people worldwide make life’s most important decisions, accelerates digital adaptation, and innovates the online consumer experience by improving every step of the consumer journey – from first discovery of information, throughout the decision-making process, to transactions. Visit www.redventures.com or follow @RedVentures on social media to learn more.

About ACSI

The American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI®) has been a national economic indicator for 25 years. It measures and analyzes customer satisfaction with more than 400 companies in 47 industries and 10 economic sectors, including various services of federal and local government agencies. Reported on a scale of 0 to 100, scores are based on data from interviews with roughly 500,000 customers annually. For more information, visit www.theacsi.org. ACSI and its logo are registered trademarks of ACSI LLC.

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November 16, 2022 – New York, NY – Global travel authority Lonely Planet has today unveiled its top destinations to visit next year with the release of Lonely Planet’s  

Lonely Planet’s annual marquee moment celebrates its expert predictions for where to go in the year ahead. Best in Travel 2023 is Lonely Planet’s 18th annual collection, featuring 30 must-visit destinations around the globe.

As part of its larger ambition to deliver an engaging product that solves proactive travel planning needs through personalized, local-led guidance, Lonely Planet has reimagined Best In Travel for 2023. This year’s list centers expert local perspectives at the heart of each destination, and is sorted by the type of trip best had there: eat, journey, connect, learn and unwind. This shift in the list’s organization signals Lonely Planet’s reinvigorated dedication to aiding travelers in navigating the world in the ways most meaningful to them.

Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2023 offers a comprehensive set of itineraries aimed at helping travelers to explore the world —  while following along with some seriously knowledgeable locally-based experts along the way.

The eat category features Peru’s capital Lima alongside chef Ricardo Martins, affordable world class dining in South Africa and the dining scene around  Umbria, Italy, among others. 

Intrepid journeys include the reinstated night train between Istanbul and Sofia, Bulgaria and a long-weekend road trip through Nova Scotia, Canada’s dramatic Atlantic province narrated by surfer Dean Petty.

The overlooked peninsula of Halkidiki in Greece, historic Jordan told through the lens of designer Tania George, future-facing Jamaica and ever-popular Malta all offer tempting chances to unwind.

Travelers looking to connect with distinctive local scenes are directed to the buzzing art-centric Accra with Surf Ghana’s Sandy Alibo and musician Pure Akan, as well as  Sydney, back on the map after the enforced separation of the past few years.

In the learn category Lonely Planet spotlights destinations such as New Mexico with the incredible Native American hoop dancer ShanDien Sonwai LaRance, Manchester, home to one of the UK’s most dynamic arts scenes, and the laid-back surf culture of El Salvador.

Each year, Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2023  lists start with nominations from Lonely Planet’s vast community of staff, writers, bloggers, publishing partners and more. The nominations are then whittled down by its panel of travel experts to just 30 destinations.   Each is chosen for its topicality, unique experiences, ‘wow’ factor and its ongoing commitment to sustainability, community and diversity.

According to Lonely Planet’s Senior Vice President of Content and Executive Editor Nitya Chambers the release of Lonely Planet’s annual “hot list” of destinations and travel experiences comes at an exciting time to be planning travel. “2023 is shaping up to be the year to get out and explore. With much of the world firmly on the road to recovery, travelers are looking for different locations and experiences.”

“T��� lists celebrate the world in all its wonderful enticing variety,” Chambers continues. “Each of the itineraries in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2023 shows how to leave the crowds behind and truly get the heart of a destination.”

As always Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2023 delivers new takes on popular destinations such as Western Australia and Japan, and unearths some lesser-known gems like the food scene in Montevideo, Uruguay, indigenous community-operated attractions in Alaska and South America’s eco-tourism rising star Guyana.

Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2023 – Complete List

• EAT: Umbria Italy ; Kuala Lampur, Malaysia ; Fukuoka, Japan ; Lima, Peru ; South Africa ; Montevideo, Uruguay

• JOURNEY: Istanbul to Sofia ; Nova Scotia, Canada ; Bhutan ; Zambia ; Western Australia ; National Natural Parks, Colombia

• UNWIND: Halkidiki, Greece ; Jamaica ; Dominica ; Raja Ampat, Indonesia ; Malta ; Jordan

• CONNECT: Alaska ; Albania ; Accra, Ghana ; Sydney, Australia ; Guyana ; Boise, USA

• LEARN: Manchester, UK ; New Mexico, USA ; Dresden, Germany ; El Salvador ; Southern Scotland ; Marseille, France

ABOUT LONELY PLANET
A trusted voice in travel guidance, Lonely Planet is part of the �������� portfolio.  Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travelers each year helping them unlock amazing experiences.  Lonely Planet can be found on lonelyplanet.com, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and Twitter, through video and in 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, e-books and more.  Over the past 49 years Lonely Planet has printed over 145 million guidebooks covering 221 countries as well as countless other titles showcasing the wonders of the world for travelers of all types. Visit Lonely Planet at and join our community of followers on , , , and sign up for the Lonely Planet Newsletter at .

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September 30, 2022 – ��������, a diverse portfolio of industry-leading brands and businesses, is expanding their leadership bench with the addition of three senior hires from companies including Amazon and Condé Nast. This expansion signals a new era of growth across the portfolio, with added expertise entering the company’s Media & Commerce and Travel divisions. 

Lonely Planet welcomes Priyankka Mani as Senior Vice President of Product & Design. In her new role, she will reimagine the traveler experience by building user-centric products that enable consumers of all backgrounds to experience travel like never before. Mani joins from Amazon, where she held a variety of leadership roles within the company, most recently serving as Head of Global Product and Engineering for Prime Video Engagement.

�������� Media & Commerce group, which includes brands CNET and ZDNet, welcomes Lauren Newman as Executive Vice President of Revenue. With more than two decades of experience, Newman’s focus will be delivering new partner-centric solutions that combine premium content, data, and technology to drive performance and speed for partners. Her past experience includes serving as Senior Vice President of Revenue at Skimlinks and connecting top-tier publishers – such as Conde Nast, Hearst, Meredith and Yahoo – with thousands of merchants worldwide.

Focused on Media & Commerce’s anchor-brand CNET, Karthic Bala joins as Executive Vice President of Data, Product & Technology. Bala is charged with building scaled, premium media offerings to develop performance-focused solutions for partners and advertisers. Having previously led digital transformation for Condé Nast as Chief Data Officer, he brings a wealth of experience that will drive this keystone consumer brand into its next chapter of innovation.

About ��������

�������� (��������) is home to a diverse portfolio of industry-leading brands and businesses, strategic partnerships, and proprietary technology – including Bankrate, Lonely Planet, CNET, The Points Guy, BestColleges and more. Together, �������� helps millions of people worldwide make life’s most important decisions, accelerates digital adaptation, and innovates the online consumer experience by improving every step of the consumer journey – from first discovery of information, throughout the decision-making process, to transactions. Visit or follow us on social media @RedVentures to learn more. 

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