DirecFunds

06/25/2026

Big news for the real estate industry!

DirecFunds has partnered with SoftPro Technologies (a subsidiary of Fidelity National Financial) to introduce the marketplace to its first-ever native, end-to-end digital payment banking solution, launching nationally in Q4 2026.

The best part? We are building a massive security backstop straight into the closing workflow. To protect buyers and professionals from the growing threat of cybercrime, DirecFunds will provide up to $1 Million in Originator Insured Loss Coverage per transaction on SoftPro Good Funds E-Payments—practically eliminating wire fraud risks.

Get all the details on this groundbreaking partnership by clicking the link to our latest post:
https://about.direcfunds.com/direcfunds-and-softpro-announce-q4-2026-national-launch-of-first-ever-digital-payment-banking-solution-for-real-estate/

New platform integration includes $1M per-transaction insured loss coverage to eliminate wire fraud vulnerabilities. DirecFunds and SoftPro Technologies, a wholly owned subsidiary of Fidelity National Financial, today announced they are finalizing the implementation framework for a national launch o...

05/28/2026

Security Update from DirecFunds

We have officially completed our extensive Risk and Compliance Review with Early Warning Services (EWS)!

What does this mean for our clients? It means uninterrupted access to some of the most powerful, proprietary banking databases in the country. This data works behind the scenes to power DirecFunds' fraud prevention process—stopping digital payment fraud and protecting transactions in real time.

A special thank you to U.S. Bank, one of the top five largest banks in America, for their incredible assistance throughout this validation process.

We are proud to keep investing in the highest standards of compliance and security to keep your digital payments safe every single day.

Learn more about our security standards at about.direcfunds.com.

Fast, secure digital payment solutions for businesses and consumers. Scalable fintech platform built to simplify global currency movement.

05/19/2026

Help us welcome the newest leader on our engineering team!

Tiffany Kim has officially joined DirecFunds as our Senior Programming Lead. Tiffany will be heading up all of our development and support programming efforts, ensuring our secure fintech platform remains fast, reliable, and rock-solid for our users.

Tiffany holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from California State University and brings fantastic experience from her previous role at National Data Systems Corporation.

Based out of sunny Orange County, California, Tiffany loves staying active outdoors when she's offline—whether she's mountain climbing, fishing, or hitting the tennis courts.

We are incredibly excited to have her technical expertise guiding our development teams. Welcome to DirecFunds, Tiffany!

Get to know more about Tiffany on our company blog: https://about.direcfunds.com/direcfunds-names-tiffany-kim-as-senior-programming-lead-to-head-development-and-support-engineering/

Enterprise software expert Tiffany Kim joins fintech middleware leader DirecFunds to spearhead core system development and technical support engineering.

05/19/2026

We have some exciting news to share! Please join us in welcoming Ken Wacker to the DirecFunds Board of Directors!

Ken is a retired senior executive from Kroger’s 84.51°, where he helped shape national strategies by turning complex data insights into major wins for multi-billion-dollar brands. Prior to that, he brought his data expertise to industry leaders like dunnhumby and Catalina Marketing.

As a Cincinnati local, family man, and seasoned enterprise leader, Ken’s strategic insight is a perfect fit for DirecFunds as we continue to grow and build secure software environments for our clients.

Welcome aboard, Ken! Read more about his background on our website:

https://about.direcfunds.com/direcfunds-welcomes-data-infrastructure-leader-ken-wacker-to-board-of-directors/

Fintech middleware leader DirecFunds appoints former Kroger 84.51° data executive Ken Wacker to its Board of Directors to guide enterprise growth.

05/12/2026

Welcome to the Board, Sharon Collins!

We are thrilled to announce that Sharon Collins has been elected to the DirecFunds Board of Directors!

Sharon isn't just a DirecFunds shareholder; she’s also a powerhouse in our local community. As President of the Cincinnati Center for Improved Communications, she leads the way in helping students overcome language-based learning challenges and communication disorders.

Her organization serves the majority of private schools across Greater Cincinnati, ensuring students have access to the speech therapy and learning services they need to succeed.

When she isn't leading the CCIC or advising at DirecFunds, Sharon enjoys life in the Queen City with her husband, Donald Hughes, and catching up with friends at the Terrace Park Country Club.

Please join us in welcoming Sharon to her new role!

01/22/2026

What exactly is "Financial Middleware"?

Think of DirecFunds as the highly secure "translator" between a sender and a receiver.

As a middleware software company, we facilitate the secure exchange of data and messaging required for complex transactions. We specialize in: Verified Messaging: Secure communication between originators and recipients. Full Compliance: Meeting industry standards for data handling. Bank-Ready Instructions: We generate the "road map" for the transaction.

By focusing on the instructions rather than moving the money itself, we provide an extra layer of security that traditional methods lack.

Modernize your messaging at About.DirecFunds.com

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from our team to yours! As we step into 2026, we're excited for all the possibilities it holds. Thank you for being such an important part of our journey. Here's to a year of growth, happiness, and prosperity!

#2026

12/30/2025

Did you know 80% of closing payments are still handled with paper checks? Better security for your homebuyers (and your firm) is finally here.

Closing day should be a celebration, not a source of "cutoff-time anxiety." We’re helping title and settlement pros replace risky wires and slow checks with a streamlined, digital experience.

Why DirecFunds?
1. Convenience: Buyers can send funds right from their couch.
2. Security: Real-time bank and buyer validation.
3. Peace of Mind: Backed by $1 Million in fraud-loss insurance.

Don’t let the final mile of the transaction be the most dangerous. Upgrade your workflow and give your clients the modern experience they expect.

Learn more at: about.direcfunds.com

Fast, secure digital payment solutions for businesses and consumers. Scalable fintech platform built to simplify global currency movement.

12/25/2025

Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday season filled with love and happiness! 🎄❄️❤️

Happy Holidays!

12/18/2025

Big News for the Real Estate Industry!

We are thrilled to announce a game-changing partnership: DirecFunds has officially integrated with SoftPro to launch the first-ever embedded digital banking solution for real estate!

For too long, the industry has relied on slow, manual, and fraud-prone processes. Today, 80% of property closing payments are still made via paper check. We’re here to change that.

What this means for Title Agencies and Law Firms: ✅ Eliminate Paper Checks: Seamlessly move to digital payments within the SoftPro environment. ✅ Unmatched Security: Every payment is protected by our proprietary Fraud Filter. ✅ $1 Million Insurance: Peace of mind with fraud-loss protection up to $1,000,000 per payment. ✅ More Ways to Pay: The first-ever embedded solution for Wire, RTP, ACH, and Zelle in real estate.

This isn't just an update; it’s a digital transformation. We are proud to power the future of SoftPro E-Payments and bring real-time certainty to the closing table.

Read the full announcement on our blog: https://about.direcfunds.com/direcfunds-and-softpro-announce-industry-first-embedded-digital-banking-solution-for-real-estate/

DirecFunds LLC is proud to announce a strategic agreement with SoftPro, a wholly owned subsidiary of Fidelity National Financial (FNF). FNF, the global leader in property title insurance underwriting, is set to transform the industry with the launch of the first-ever Digital Banking Solution for rea...