David Lykken

Lykken on Lending

Created by mortgage professionals for mortgage professionals, Lykken on Lending is a weekly 60-minute podcast hosted by mortgage veteran, David Lykken, and co-hosted by Marc Helm. Joining the program each week is Adam DeSanctis with his weekly MBA Mortgage Minute, Les Parker with his Macro Market Update, Matt Graham with a weekly Market Update, David Kittle with Originations Update, Alice Alvey providing a Legislative Update, Allen Pollack with his weekly Tech Update. The weekly updates are followed by the Hot Topic segment, which is an in-depth discussion about one of the hottest topics relat...

Author

David Lykken

Category

Business

Podcast website

lykkenonlending.com

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

5-18-20 Data for Mortgage Business Intelligence and Recruiting 18.05.2020

What kind of data are you using to improve your Mortgage Business Intelligence and recruiting? As the pandemic “peak” passes and things begin to shift to our new reality post-covid-19, we’re focusing this episode on growing and expanding your mortgage business! We have Dale Larson Jr. and Dale Larson III as our guests in the Hot Topic to talk about the exciting possibilities that are available to...

5-11-20 Weekly Updates with Alice, Allen, Andy, Joe, Les and Rob 11.05.2020

The first half of the Lykken on Lending program will feature our Weekly Updates: we’ve got Rob VanRaaphorst with his MBA Mortgage Minute, and then Les Parker’s TMSpotlight, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. That leads to Joe Farr providing you a rate & market update, followed by Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative update, Allen Pollack givin...

5-11-20 Becoming Approved by Ginnie Mae and a Look Ahead after the Pandemic 11.05.2020

With all that's going on in the mortgage industry right now we thought it'd be best to take a detailed look at what it takes to become approved by Ginnie Mae, and with that, also look to the future for what may be happening after the pandemic! In today's Hot Topic we have Gregory Keith on the program to provide us with his insights on the Ginnie Mae Approval process! Want to know more about Gregor...

5-4-20 Weekly Updates with Alice, Allen, Andy, Joe, Les and Rob 04.05.2020

The first half of the Lykken on Lending program will feature our Weekly Updates: we’ve got Rob VanRaaphorst with his MBA Mortgage Minute, and then Les Parker’s TMSpotlight, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. That leads to Joe Farr providing you a rate & market update, followed by Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative update, Allen Pollack givin...

5-4-20 Mastering the Balance between Human and Technological Capital 04.05.2020

With all that’s going on during this pandemic, the real shift towards technology has been accelerated in order to keep businesses operating and moving forward. With things shifting to a more digital experience for the mortgage industry, this week we look at keeping the balance between the human aspect of business and the increasing dependency on technology. With over three decades of industry expe...

4-27-20 Weekly Updates with Alice, Allen, Andy, Joe, Les and Rob 27.04.2020

The first half of the Lykken on Lending program will feature our Weekly Updates: we’ve got Rob VanRaaphorst with his MBA Mortgage Minute, and then Les Parker’s TMSpotlight, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. That leads to Joe Farr providing you a rate & market update, followed by Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative update, Allen Pollack givin...

4-27-20 Forbearance, The Fed, and The Future of Housing 27.04.2020

What is the issue associated with "forbearance" and how could this play out in a "Covid" economy? In this episode of Lykken on Lending we're excited to have Dan Habib joining us to discuss what he's seeing when it comes to forbearance, the Fed and how this could impact the future of housing! Dan Habib has been involved in the mortgage industry for over 16 years. He was an integral part of Mortgage...

4-20-20 Weekly Updates with Alice, Allen, Andy, Joe, Les and Rob 20.04.2020

The first half of the Lykken on Lending program will feature our Weekly Updates: we’ve got Rob VanRaaphorst with his MBA Mortgage Minute, and then Les Parker’s TMSpotlight, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. That leads to Joe Farr providing you a rate & market update, followed by Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative update, Allen Pollack givin...

4-20-20 Risk Management Through Times of Crisis 20.04.2020

What are you doing to manage risk through this time of crisis? We've invited Gwen Muse-Evans onto the program to share her perspective on this exact Hot Topic! Want to know more about Gwen Muse-Evans? Gwen is the President and CEO of GME Enterprises, a management consulting firm that provides risk management, operations management and housing finance advisory services. During her 25+-year tenure i...

SPECIAL PODCAST: MBA's Bill Killmer & Pete Mills with an update on Forbearance 17.04.2020

This is a special podcast where we will have a LIVE update from Bill Killmer, SVP of Legislative & Political Affairs, and Pete Mills, SVP of Residential Policy & Member Engagement, to discuss the latest developments related to relief for Fannie and Freddie RMBS issuers in light of forbearance.     This is a special podcast where we will have a LIVE update from Bill Killmer, SVP of Legislative & Po...

4-13-20 Weekly Updates with Alice, Allen, Andy, Joe, Les and Rob 13.04.2020

The first half of the Lykken on Lending program will feature our Weekly Updates: we’ve got Rob VanRaaphorst with his MBA Mortgage Minute, and then Les Parker’s TMSpotlight, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. That leads to Joe Farr providing you a rate & market update, followed by Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative update, Allen Pollack givin...

4-13-20 Pandemic Changing the way Leaders need to Communicate 13.04.2020

With all that's happening in the world due to the pandemic, it appears like we're quickly transitioning from the Industrial Age to the Information Age, and with that transition comes a lot of adjustments for how leaders will lead their teams to success! Great leaders know the value of consistent communication, especially in times where there is little consistency! Our Hot Topic guest is Kevin Pera...

4-6-20 Pandemic is rewriting the playbook for the mortgage industry 06.04.2020

The economic toll of coronavirus has been profound and precipitous, with millions filing for unemployment. To help them, our industry needs solutions that are simple, streamlined and — above all — unprecedented.  In today’s Hot Topic we have Brent Chandler, founder and CEO of FormFree! He’s here to provide his perspective on the mortgage industry’s impact from the coronavirus and look at the innov...

4-6-20 Weekly Updates with Alice, Allen, Andy, Joe, Les and Rob 06.04.2020

The first half of the Lykken on Lending program will feature our Weekly Updates: we’ve got Rob VanRaaphorst with his MBA Mortgage Minute, and then Les Parker’s TMSpotlight, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. That leads to Joe Farr providing you a rate & market update, followed by Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative update, Allen Pollack givin...

3-30-20 Weekly Updates with Alice, Allen, Andy, Joe, Les and Rob 30.03.2020

The first half of the Lykken on Lending program will feature our Weekly Updates: we’ve got Rob VanRaaphorst with his MBA Mortgage Minute, and then Les Parker’s TMSpotlight, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. That leads to Joe Farr providing you a rate & market update, followed by Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative update, Allen Pollack givin...

3-30-20 Providing Digital Closings During a Time of Crisis 30.03.2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has wide-reaching impacts for the U.S. and global economy.  One area of potential impact is the delay (or cancelations) of closings. Many county recorders have yet to fully digitize operations, and as such depend upon high-touch, manual processes for both input and production of property records. Shelter-in-place orders or even widespread social distancing efforts could hampe...

3-25-20 COVID-19 SPECIAL: Overcoming Operational Issues of Working Remotely 25.03.2020

In this special mid-week release we have Alice Alvey on the program to discuss developments with regards to mortgage legislation as the outbreak of the Corona Virus continues to expand! Alice Alvey is VP of Partner Education and Training for Union Home Mortgage. She is responsible for development of their World Class Training program designed to support UHM partners and organizational effectivenes...

3-23-20 Weekly Updates with Alice, Allen, Andy, Joe, Les and Rob 23.03.2020

The first half of the Lykken on Lending program will feature our Weekly Updates: we’ve got Rob VanRaaphorst with his MBA Mortgage Minute, and then Les Parker’s TMSpotlight, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. That leads to Joe Farr providing you a rate & market update, followed by Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative update, Allen Pollack givin...

3-23-20 The Next Decade in Mortgage and how Technology will Change our Industry 23.03.2020

There's a lot that's been changing in the world today! In our Hot Topic segment we're excited to have Josh Friend, Founder and CEO of Insellerate, on the podcast to discuss how technology has been changing the mortgage industry and the opportunities that exist! Want to know more about Josh Friend? As the founder and CEO of Insellerate, an industry leading borrower engagement platform, Josh began h...

3-16-20 Weekly Updates with Alice, Allen, Andy, Joe, Les and Rob 16.03.2020

The first half of the Lykken on Lending program will feature our Weekly Updates: we’ve got Rob VanRaaphorst with his MBA Mortgage Minute, and then Les Parker’s TMSpotlight, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. That leads to Joe Farr providing you a rate & market update, followed by Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative update, Allen Pollack givin...

3-16-20 Market Intelligence Makes All The Difference 16.03.2020

In our Hot Topic this week we have Ben Teerlink, Founder and CEO of MobilityRE. The discussion will focus on MobilityRE's new Market Intelligence product and more specifically how lenders can use it to be more effective in finding the right real estate agent and broker relationships! Want to know more about Ben Teerlink? Having been in real estate for years prior, as well as having earned multiple...

3-9-20 Lykken on Lending Weekly Updates: Rob, Les, Joe, Alice, Allen and Andy 09.03.2020

The first half of the Lykken on Lending program will feature our Weekly Updates: we’ve got Rob VanRaaphorst with his MBA Mortgage Minute, and then Les Parker’s TMSpotlight, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. That leads to Joe Farr providing you a rate & market update, followed by Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative update, Allen Pollack givin...

3-9-20 Shifts in the industry landscape regarding eMortgages with Chris McEntee 09.03.2020

In our Hot Topic today we have Christopher McEntee, President of ICE Mortgage Services, the business unit responsible for the operations of the Mortgage Electronic Registration System, (“MERS System”) and Simplifile, which are part of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE).  In this role, McEntee is responsible for the management of ICE Mortgage Services, as well as M&A, partnerships and alli...

3-2-20 Lykken on Lending Weekly Updates: Rob, Les, Joe, Allen and Andy 02.03.2020

The first half of the Lykken on Lending program will feature our Weekly Updates: we’ve got Rob VanRaaphorst with his MBA Mortgage Minute, and then Les Parker’s TMSpotlight, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. That leads to Joe Farr providing you a rate & market update, followed by Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative update, Allen Pollack givin...

3-2-20 The Benefits of Business Relationships at Lenders One 02.03.2020

In this episode of Lykken on Lending we have Brian Simon, President of Lenders One as our Hot Topic guest! You'll hear an overview of the various topics that are being covered at the L1 March 2020 Summit in Miami, Florida March 1st - 4th! Brian leads Lenders One as President and is focused on defining and executing the overall strategic direction of the cooperative. Brian delivers unique value to...

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