Valon, which makes software to help US mortgage companies cut red tape and costs, raised a $150M Series D from Ribbit, a16z, and others at a $2.3B valuation (Zoya Hasan/Forbes)
Valon, a software provider for US mortgage companies, has secured a $150 million Series D funding round. The investment was led by Ribbit and a16z, with participation from other investors. This round values the company at $2.3 billion.
- ▪Valon raised $150 million in a Series D funding round.
- ▪The company provides software to help US mortgage companies reduce red tape and costs.
- ▪Ribbit and a16z led the investment alongside other investors.
- ▪Valon achieved a post-money valuation of $2.3 billion.
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