The Byte Bulletin - December 2007

Byte Software wishes a warm holiday season to you and your family. Best wishes for a successful and prosperous New Year!




Byte Software Training

Check out our online classes. Sign up for yours today!  

  • Introduction to BytePro Enterprise - FREE
  • Introduction to BytePro - FREE
  • Closing Costs Overview for BytePro - FREE
  • Defaults Overview for BytePro - FREE
  • Advanced BytePro for Loan Officers - $50
  • Advanced BytePro for Processors/Managers - $50
W e also offer customized, On-Site and Seminar Training to meet your business needs. Contact our Training Department at 800-695-1008 x205 for details.

Visit our training page for more information.


Tech Tips!

Did you know...You can print custom mailing labels directly from BytePro? You can! And just in time for your holiday mailers too.

Go to Customize>>Custom Marketing Mailers>>and select the fields you wish to choose! Check out Marketing Mailers & Emailers in the BytePro User Guide for step-by-step instructions.

Submitting a file to Fannie Mae with joint borrowers? On page 2 of the 1003, section 6, make sure you have "jointly" selected to avoid having two separate applications created.  

TIP! Be sure to add news@bytesoftware.com to your safe list in your e-mail account so you will receive our news updates more efficiently.


Updates Released In October!

Check to be sure you have the newest version of our software. BytePro Standard and BytePro Enterprise 2.1 are available! Just click on Help >> About BytPro to find out which version you're currently running. The upgrade is available to you at no charge if you're current on support. Below is a partial list of enhancements with the complete list available on our web site.

Web Services (BytePro Enterprise only)

  • Run BytePro Enterprise securely over the Internet without the use of a VPN.

Software Development Kit (SDK, BytePro Enterprise only)

This programming package enables Byte customers and third party vendors to develop custom applications. Some capabilities include:

  • Import and export data using industry formats including Fannie Mae and MISMO.
  • Create custom add-ins that integrate directly into BytePro.
  • Write custom stand alone applications that require no user interaction.
  • Design interfaces that allow users to send data to their third party systems.

For questions or to obtain your copy of the SDK, please contact Gail Joyce at 800.695.1008 x218 or email her at gail.joyce@bytesoftware.com.

Management Reports

  • Create graphs, pie charts, line graphs, columns and bar charts or choose from preloaded graphs already in the program.
  • Merge data into your existing Excel file when exporting from BytePro. Your formulas will be saved and used automatically by Byte.
  • Pull loan detail reports on alerts, conversation and processing log entries.
  • Report on ARM adjustments and recasts, balloon due dates, and prepayment penalty expiration dates.

If you need assistance downloading the latest version or have any questions, please call Byte Support at 800.695.1008 or email us at support@bytesoftware.com.




BytePro Enterprise -
What are you looking for from your Loan Origination Software?
  • Do you want to implement the same business process rules throughout your organization, at every branch? BytePro Enterprise makes this a reality.
  • Do you need tighter security in your loan process? BytePro Enterprise locks in security.
  • Do you need to audit who handles your loans for compliance regulations? BytePro Enterprise can audit loans down to the field level for data entry changes.
  • Would the ability to view your entire pipeline work for you? BytePro Enterprise offers administrators the ability to view and report on all activities.

Contact us at 800.695.1008 or sales@bytesoftware.com and ask what BytePro Enterprise can do for your company!




  Partner Update!

   
With over 20 years of document preparation experience, you can get closing docs or initial disclosures from the idsDoc system.

IDS is seamlessly integrated within Byte Software products and is based on MISMO standards. IDS is known for being a flexible solution for customizations, system changes and customer support. They will help you create custom docs and fields, manipulate audit checks and set template data shortcuts. Request as many modifications as you need, because all customizations are completely free. IDS has reformed the traditional fixed systems, to give lenders exactly what they need.

Notable benefits:

  • Completely Web Based
  • 100% Compliance
  • Free Redraws
  • Free Customizations
  • 24hr Support
  • Flood Certifications
  • MERS Registrations and Tools
  • Low Price Policy

Contact IDS at 1-800-554-1872 opt. 4 or visit www.idsdoc.com.



Advantage Equity Services provides title and settlement services for both residential and commercial properties in all 50 states and is available directly through Byte Software - just select Title and click on the CBC Title icon - for all of your purchase and refinance needs.

Pittsburgh based AES has an experience staff and a ‘can do’ attitude to help you with the daily challenges you face in the title and settlement sides of the business. Whether you have a property right next door or across the country, they’re there to help you create solutions so you won’t feel any differences in the level of service. Integration is already complete: you can be ready to order in 24 hours!

Contact the Advantage Equity Sales Department at 1.800.746.2374, or https://orders.aestitle.com.




Access to PMI Mortgage Insurance Co.’s e-PMI Origination is simple and easy, from your Byte origination system.

To access e-PMI:
  • Select the loan from Byte.
  • Select the e-PMI Icon from the displayed Mortgage Insurance “Providers” window.
  • Click the “Submit to e-PMI” button.
  • Sign on to e-PMI to complete your MI request!

The seamless design means that your loan information is transferred to e-PMI®, without re-keying existing data. With e-PMI® Origination you can: Order Mortgage Insurance, obtain a Rate Quote, and View/Update/Fax MI Certificates. PMI also offers a number of services to support your Contract Underwriting, Servicing or other eCommerce related needs:



About Byte Software

Byte Software, based in Kirkland, WA, is a provider of loan origination software to banks, brokers and credit unions across the United States. Byte Software products streamline the processes used by originators and processors, allowing them to focus on generating additional business and subsequent revenues. Founded in 1985, Byte Software is a wholly owned subsidiary of CBCInnovis, a leading provider of real estate settlement services.