Black Knight

Black Knight is a provider of integrated technology, data, and analytics solutions primarily for the mortgage, consumer loan, real estate, and capital markets industries. The company develops software that supports various processes across the mortgage lifecycle, including loan origination, processing, and servicing. In addition, Black Knight offers data and analytics solutions, such as automated valuation models and risk assessment tools, which help clients maintain financial stability. Through its commitment to excellence, innovation, and integrity, Black Knight aims to be the premier business partner for lenders and servicers, enabling them to achieve their strategic goals and better serve their customers.

Anthony Jabbour

Chairman and CEO

11 past transactions

Top of Mind Networks

Acquisition in 2021
Top of Mind Networks, LLC, operating as TOMN Mortgage Services, specializes in developing customer relationship management (CRM) and marketing automation software, Surefire, for the mortgage and real estate industries. Established in 2003 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company empowers loan officers to effectively track, engage, and build lasting relationships with customers, prospects, and referral partners, fostering repeat transactions and growing their business.

eMBS

Acquisition in 2021
eMBS is a company based in Tampa, Florida, that specializes in providing complex mortgage-backed securities (MBS) information and analytics to market participants. By leveraging internet technology, eMBS streamlines access to MBS data, significantly reducing the costs associated with data management, systems, and personnel. The company's innovative model eliminates the necessity for traditional mortgage-specific databases, data feeds, and complex programs typically required for updating, calculating, aggregating, and displaying MBS data. This approach enables clients to obtain reliable and cost-effective internet-based access to essential mortgage data and analytics, enhancing their decision-making capabilities in the market.

Optimal Blue

Acquisition in 2020
Optimal Blue is a technology company that provides integrated solutions for the mortgage industry, focusing on product eligibility and pricing engine technology, as well as content management services. It operates an online marketplace platform that connects mortgage originators with secondary investors, allowing them to access a comprehensive repository of loan programs and pricing data. This connectivity enhances workflow efficiencies for lenders, including mortgage banks, community banks, and credit unions, and supports their compliance and secondary market performance. Additionally, Optimal Blue offers an enterprise-level pricing and marketing automation platform that streamlines interactions from capital markets to consumers, ultimately helping lenders execute profitable lending strategies and improve their overall operational effectiveness.

Collateral Analytics

Acquisition in 2020
Collateral Analytics, LLC is a company that specializes in the development of real estate analytic products and tools. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii, it serves a diverse clientele that includes financial institutions, institutional and retail investors, and participants in the property capital market. The company focuses on creating automated valuation models (AVMs), collateral and mortgage risk assessment tools, and related products. These offerings utilize sophisticated analytics and support various real estate-related databases, providing clients with enhanced and expedited access to critical information for informed decision-making in real estate transactions.

Compass Analytics

Acquisition in 2019
Compass Analytics, LLC is a provider of pricing, valuation, eligibility, and risk management solutions tailored for mortgage capital market participants, including originators, bankers, servicers, and investors. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Washington, D.C., and New York, the company offers a suite of analytics software designed to enhance the efficiency of mortgage transactions and management. Its flagship products include CompassPoint, which provides tools for valuing and modeling mortgage products; CompassPPE, a product and pricing engine; and the MSR Analytics tool for data mapping and portfolio loan data management. Additionally, Compass Analytics offers bid automation through CompassBid, enabling transparency and efficiency in trading practices. The company supports lending institutions and third-party vendors by delivering real-time risk management capabilities and also provides hedge advisory services, software licensing, third-party valuation, and consulting services. As of September 2019, Compass Analytics operates as a subsidiary of Black Knight, Inc.

Dun & Bradstreet

Post in 2018
Dun & Bradstreet is a leading provider of business intelligence and data analytics solutions that assist organizations in risk management, compliance, and growth strategies. The company offers a wide range of services, including credit scoring, supplier risk assessment, and market insights, enabling clients to make informed decisions. Its extensive database contains financial and operational information on businesses worldwide, which helps organizations evaluate partnerships and track industry trends. Operating primarily in North America, Dun & Bradstreet also serves international markets, providing vital data and analytics across various sectors, including finance, government, and supply chain management. The company supports clients with tools for digital marketing, sales acceleration, and risk management, facilitating better decision-making and strategic planning.

Ernst Publishing

Acquisition in 2018
Ernst Publishing is a prominent provider of technology and closing cost data tailored for the real estate and home finance industries, with a strong presence in the market for 29 years. The company specializes in delivering information services that facilitate the processing of real estate transactions, offering a comprehensive database that addresses land recording requirements. Through its web and custom fee engine technology, Ernst maintains vital data that assists clients in navigating the complexities of the real estate sector. The firm also offers client support from 8 am to 8 pm Eastern Time on weekdays, with technical and emergency assistance available around the clock to address inquiries related to fees, partner services, and technical integrations.

HeavyWater

Acquisition in 2018
HeavyWater Solutions, a Philadelphia-based company established in 2014, specializes in developing artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) platforms for the financial services industry. The company's primary focus is to automate and streamline highly manual processes within the financial sector, with a particular emphasis on the mortgage industry. HeavyWater's AI-driven software accelerates mortgage processing by automating tasks such as income and asset verification, and tracking insurance coverage. As of 2018, HeavyWater operates as a subsidiary of Black Knight, Inc.

Homebot

Seed Round in 2017
Homebot, Inc., founded in 2015 and based in Denver, Colorado, develops a client engagement platform designed to serve as a communication tool for the mortgage and real estate industries. The company's platform offers financial dashboards and planners that help homeowners maximize their wealth through informed decisions about home equity, refinancing, and credit lines. Homebot also provides tools for lenders and real estate agents to assist homeowners in building wealth and understanding property valuations. The company has a strategic alliance with Black Knight, Inc., and operates as a subsidiary of ASG, LLC and ASG II, LLC.

Motivity Solutions

Acquisition in 2016
Motivity Solutions, Inc. is a provider of business intelligence software tailored for the mortgage and financial services industries. Founded in 2006 and based in Aurora, Colorado, the company specializes in delivering real-time analytics that empower mortgage lenders to effectively monitor and manage their operations. Its flagship platform, Movation, offers features such as access to key performance indicators, scorecards, executive and employee dashboards, and dynamic reports. Additionally, Motivity Solutions equips mortgage banking companies with risk management tools, enhancing their existing technologies and transforming raw data into actionable insights. The company operates as a subsidiary of Black Knight Financial Services, Inc.

eLynx

Acquisition in 2016
eLynx, Ltd. is a provider of on-demand, web-based services focused on secure, paperless document collaboration and distribution for the financial services industry. Established in 1994 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, the company offers a comprehensive suite of solutions tailored to various segments, including mortgage, banking, and settlement. Its product offerings include eDelivery for secure document transmission, eClosingNet for mortgage closing processes, eSignature for electronic signing, and various tools for document collection and collaboration. eLynx aims to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure compliance with regulatory changes for its clients, which include over 500 lending institutions and more than 4,000 enterprises across multiple verticals. The company was formerly known as MigraLynx Systems, Inc. and became eLynx, Ltd. in 1999. As of 2016, eLynx operates as a subsidiary of Black Knight Financial Services, Inc.
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