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Today’s episode includes a discussion on housing statistics from the beginning of summer. Plus, Robbie interviews Rate’s Ryan Ogata on why more and more originators/branch operators are choosing “profit and loss” models over traditional retail. And we close with a look at why rates aren’t great but a lack of volatility is welcomed. This week’s podcasts are sponsored by FICO. As the industry's...

Today’s episode includes a discussion on housing demand versus supply. Plus, Robbie interviews with FTI Consulting’s Creighton Oswald on how if capital treatment becomes more favorable, increased competition could drive aggressive pricing that benefits independent mortgage banks and borrowers while further compressing margins for warehouse lenders. And we close with a debate over if we are back in...

Today’s episode includes a discussion on Agency mortgage-backed security (MBS) prepayment activity in the wake of QE4 lows. Plus, Robbie interviews FICO’s Ethan Dornhelm on how credit score modernization is giving lenders and market participants the ability to evaluate long-term predictive performance and expand responsible access to credit while preserving safety and soundness. And we close with...

Today’s episode includes a discussion on the ways technology is empowering borrowers, and what that is freeing up originators to focus on. Plus, Robbie interviews American Pacific’s Jason Ponsonby on how top-performing mortgage originators distinguish themselves through discipline, adaptability, strong relationship-building, and operational efficiency, while long-term success depends on fostering...

Today’s episode includes a look at the supply of housing currently on the market. Plus, Robbie interviews Sei’s Pranay Shetty on how purpose-built agents that handle borrower calls, process loan documents, do contact center QA, and monitor compliance are driving mortgage operations forward. And we close with the expectations for the mortgage industry as we enter the dog days of summer. This week’s...

Today’s episode includes a look at the performance of first-lien mortgages in the federal banking system during the first quarter of 2026. Plus, Robbie interviews First Lien Capital’s Bill Bymel on how insurance challenges, AI adoption in servicing, and key leading indicators are shaping the next potential cycle of market distress. And we close with the latest payrolls figures, which missed expect...

Today’s episode includes an explainer on why the stock market is not the economy. Plus, Robbie interviews PennyMac’s Isaac Boltansky on key federal policy developments shaping the housing market and broader U.S. economy. And we close with an explainer on why inflation concerns are still the main driver of short-term interest rates. Thank you to Experian. From lenders and landlords to employers and...

Today’s episode includes a look at how investors are interpreting policy and volume indicators to make informed decisions. Plus, Robbie interviews Experian’s Likhitha Mahendar Singh how the modern first-time homebuyer has evolved, why rental payment data is reshaping how lenders identify mortgage-ready borrowers, and how a data-driven approach can help better target, underwrite, and serve the next...

Today’s episode includes a look at the practical use cases for AI in mortgage. Plus, Robbie interviews Clear Capital’s Jason Legare on why appraisal modernization adoption remains uneven despite clear efficiency gains, where alternatives such as inspection-based waivers are gaining traction, and the operational and cultural barriers slowing broader acceptance. And we close with a primer on the imp...

Today’s episode includes a look at the intersection of housing policy and HMDA data. Plus, Robbie interviews Equifax’s Justin Demola on how rising credit costs, higher borrower fallout rates, and inefficient credit-pull strategies are increasing origination expenses, making it critical for lenders to manage credit usage more strategically while leveraging reforms to improve efficiency and reduce c...

Today’s episode includes a primer on why recapture rates vary so much across the mortgage industry. Plus, Robbie interviews Alston & Bird's Stephen Ornstein on all things RESPA, as well as how regulation needs to be improved for the modern times we live in. And we close with a look at why the Federal Reserve's latest stress test reaffirmed the resilience of the U.S. banking system. T...

Today’s episode includes storylines from around the mortgage industry. Plus, Robbie interviews Spring EQ's Reno Heine on differentiating oneself in the increasingly competitive home equity and non- QM markets, how technology and AI are shaping growth, and practical advice for brokers seeking new business opportunities. And we close with a look at various duration and prepayment profiles acros...

Today’s episode includes reports on the 21 st Century ROAD to Housing Act moving along. Plus, Robbie interviews HELIX’s Carl Markman and Frank Perugini on improving borrower and loan officer experiences, accelerating loan processing, and growth in some of the fastest-expanding segments of the mortgage industry. And we close with a look at why Agency MBS posted modestly negative performance last we...

Today’s episode includes the practical realities of how advocacy gets done in the mortgage industry. Plus, Robbie interviews Class Valuation’s Mark Walser on UAD 3.6: stages of panic versus planning, and what lenders can expect in the fall. And we close with a look at why investors and the Fed care about inflation. Thank you to Equifax. With Equifax's suite of mortgage solutions, mortgage len...

Today’s episode includes a discussion on creative ways the younger generation is making home ownership a reality. Plus, Robbie interviews Provident Bank’s Bruno Viscariello on how rate lock-in, changing consumer behavior, and rising ownership costs are reshaping housing demand, affordability, and lender value propositions. And we close with a look at how recent changes to conventional underwriting...

Today’s episode includes a look at the new Federal Reserve framework and initiatives under Chair Kevin Warsh. Plus, Robbie interviews National Consumer Reporting Association’s Eric Ellman on the nomination of Brian Johnson to lead the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, based on his extensive experience in financial services regulation and his understanding of how to balance consumer protection...

Today’s episode includes a look at how servicing can be a treasure trove if utilized correctly. Plus, Robbie interviews Addy AI’s Michael Vandi on the importance of AI in improving efficiency and competitiveness, especially as a productivity tool for originators. And we close with a preview of how swap markets are pricing in the Federal Reserve's next move. Thank you to Truework , the one ver...

Today’s episode includes reaction in bond markets to the peace deal in the Middle East, which is scant on details. Plus, Robbie sits down with TrustEngine’s Dave Savage for a discussion on why the mortgage professionals who will thrive are those who obsess over delivering a modern, technology-enabled consumer experience, embrace AI to scale advice and efficiency, and focus on educating and advocat...

Today’s episode includes a look at the latest economic snapshot and headlines making the news. Plus, Robbie sits down with Ally Carty discuss her transition from Guild Mortgage to SoFi and what she learned from stepping back. She reflects on burnout, the pressures of building a personal brand, and why authenticity - not algorithms - remains the foundation of effective content and leadership. And w...

Today's episode includes a look how inflation at the consumer and producer levels are leading to "shrinkflation." Plus, Robbie interviews The Disciplined Investor’s Andrew Horowitz on how investors assess what assets to invest in, and a portfolio manager’s perspective on the current economic environment, and risk diversification as it pertains to MBS. And we close by going through t...

Today's episode includes a look into the shifting role of Bill Pulte in Washington D.C. Plus, Robbie interviews JazzX’s Jagjit Singh on how close the mortgage industry truly is to the end-to-end mortgage. And we close by going through the latest Producer Price Index figures, which reveal inflation at the wholesale level. Thank you to JazzX, the first true end-to-end AI platform built for mort...

Today's episode includes a dive into the differences between credit scoring and credit pricing. Plus, Robbie interviews Automax.ai’s Humza Ahmed on how residential property appraisal technology is evolving, the way it's built for UAD 3.6, and what is dramatically reducing turnaround times. And we close by going through the latest CPI inflation figures, which were roughly in-line with exp...

Today's episode includes some commonly asked questions from listeners. Plus, Robbie interviews Google’s Sarah Armstrong on how AI search can make the home buying process feel less daunting and time-consuming by calculating finances, summarizing lengthy documents, or visualizing renovations. And we close by going through some classic Dear Abby jokes. Thank you to JazzX, the first true end-to-e...

Today's episode includes some trends that are increasingly reshaping housing demand. Plus, Robbie interviews Littler’s Colton Long on how employers are increasingly responding to employee departures with legal action over alleged non-solicitation, confidentiality, and trade secret violations. And we close by looking at what payrolls data did to expectations for Federal Reserve policy. Thank y...

Today's episode includes a look at how money flows around the globe. Plus, Robbie sits down for an interview with MeridianLink's Larry Katz on how to simplify the complexity behind lending while empowering financial institutions to focus on what matters most: the people and communities they serve. The episode closes with May payrolls figures and what they say about the Fed's dual ma...