Vishal Garg Wants His CEO Job Back | Huntsville News

Huntsville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 18, 2026 · 1m

Vishal Garg, ousted CEO of Better, is fighting to reclaim his job, arguing the board made a costly mistake by replacing him with Daniel Lewis—just as the company shows signs of financial recovery. Once valued at $8 billion during pandemic-low mortgage rates, Better’s valuation has plummeted amid rising rates and market headwinds. Garg’s leadership was marred by controversial layoffs and regulatory hurdles, but he now points to AI-driven automation, surging loan production, and growing partnerships as proof the company is turning around. With backing from key shareholders and a high-profile…