Mortgage Connects an MGIC Podcast

In this episode, MGIC's Alexis Panaro and Liz Keuler share a sneak peek at the 2025 Loan Originators Survey. Hear insights on: Successful marketing tactics Referral partner trends How loan officers help borrowers navigate affordability challenges Originators' goals and their roadblocks to meeting those goals For a recap of this episode and quick access to related content, including the f...

MGIC’s Alexis Panaro brings you the highlights of a credit conversation with Mike Olden, American Reporting Company's (ARC) vice president of sales & education. Mike shares insights on: Trigger lead basics Why and how to encourage borrowers to opt out from solicitations  What drives credit report costs and strategies to mitigate those costs  Current medical debt reporting thresholds and d...

MGIC’s Concepcion Guerrero sits down with Angel Romero, Housing Finance Agency Relationship Manager at Down Payment Resource (DPR), to discuss the role down payment assistance programs (DPA) play in helping more families become homeowners.  With over two decades of mortgage industry experience and a personal journey from foster care to homeownership, Romero brings unique insights to the conversati...

For mortgage professionals, staying informed about current developments in credit reporting is crucial for providing excellent service. In this episode of Mortgage Connects, Mike Olden from American Reporting Company shares expert insights on trigger leads, credit score modernization, medical debt, and student loan forgiveness - plus strategies to help borrowers optimize their credit profiles. Tha...

In this episode, MGIC's Stephanie Budnik and Liz Keuler reveal key highlights from the fourth annual Loan Originators Survey by MGIC and Loan Officer Hub, including: How recent trends affect LOs' business activities How originators are tackling affordability challenges and helping borrowers who don't yet qualify for a mortgage Marketing and social media trends in the mortgage indust...

Unlock the secrets to expanding your referral network by harnessing an often-overlooked partnership! Stephanie Budnik interviews Gibran Nicholas, founder of Momentifi and creator of the CMPS designation, on the untapped potential of financial advisors as high-quality referral sources for loan officers. Gibran discusses: Why financial advisors are an opportunity for high-quality referrals How to ap...

We sit down with Heather Bowman, the manager of Education and Housing Counseling for Finally Home!, to discuss the power of education for homebuyers and homeowners throughout the purchase process and beyond. Heather unpacks the advantages of traditional homebuyer education, post-purchase education and life-of-loan counseling, emphasizing how these resources equip families with the tools needed to...

How can you ensure your mortgage pipeline remains full in today's unpredictable market? Join us for an insightful discussion with mortgage experts Heather Bauman, Tay Oliver, and Dustin Owens as they share their innovative strategies for educating potential borrowers. From first-time homebuyer programs to leveraging community events, our panelists offer a wealth of knowledge on reaching and i...

MGIC Connects Podcast interviews Marc Williams, Senior Loan Officer at Paramount Residential Mortgage Group. Marc is responsible for developing and providing mortgage loans, training and business consultations to consumers and industry partners throughout the state of Florida. Through his educational seminars on homeownership and foreclosures, Marc offers individuals help with developing self-reli...

Sandra Sweeney, MGIC senior customer trainer, walks through self-employed borrower income analysis in our latest Mortgage Connects podcast episode. Sandra details what income calculation tools and resources are available to assist you in your calculation of self-employed borrower income for tax year 2023. She highlights the IRS tax changes that will impact your cash flowing process and also detail...

We decode the art of social media for mortgage professionals with First International Bank & Trust’s Kayla Kallander, a.k.a. the "mortgage meteorologist," as she navigates LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok. Kayla’s experience and deep understanding of these platforms provide a treasure trove of insights on capitalizing social media’s benefits, and its potential to disrupt traditional se...

Special guest Kevin Peranio, chief lending officer at PRMG, reveals top strategies to thrive in the current interest rate environment amidst the challenges of the mortgage industry. He shares success stories and insights on how staying connected with clients, investing in personal development, and broadening knowledge about non-QM programs can pave the way for a successful career in the mortgage i...

Uncover vital mortgage industry insights with Loan Officer Hub Editor Liz Keuler as we dissect the findings from MGIC's 2023 Loan Originator Survey Report. Learn how loan officers are capitalizing on opportunities and tackling challenges in today's mortgage market. From factors that influence loan origination to current market activities and unexpected trends, we reveal insider strategie...

Thanks for listening to Mortgage Connects, an MGIC podcast. If you have questions, comments, or want to get involved, send an email to mortgageconnects@mgic.com. Looking for even more expert insights? Check out our mortgage industry content portal, Mortgage Connects knowledge hub. Subscribe today so you don't miss out on the latest! Subscribe

Thanks for listening to Mortgage Connects, an MGIC podcast. If you have questions, comments, or want to get involved, send an email to mortgageconnects@mgic.com. Looking for even more expert insights? Check out our mortgage industry content portal, Mortgage Connects knowledge hub. Subscribe today so you don't miss out on the latest! Subscribe

Thanks for listening to Mortgage Connects, an MGIC podcast. If you have questions, comments, or want to get involved, send an email to mortgageconnects@mgic.com. Looking for even more expert insights? Check out our mortgage industry content portal, Mortgage Connects knowledge hub. Subscribe today so you don't miss out on the latest! Subscribe

Thanks for listening to Mortgage Connects, an MGIC podcast. If you have questions, comments, or want to get involved, send an email to mortgageconnects@mgic.com. Looking for even more expert insights? Check out our mortgage industry content portal, Mortgage Connects knowledge hub. Subscribe today so you don't miss out on the latest! Subscribe

Thanks for listening to Mortgage Connects, an MGIC podcast. If you have questions, comments, or want to get involved, send an email to mortgageconnects@mgic.com. Looking for even more expert insights? Check out our mortgage industry content portal, Mortgage Connects knowledge hub. Subscribe today so you don't miss out on the latest! Subscribe

Thanks for listening to Mortgage Connects, an MGIC podcast. If you have questions, comments, or want to get involved, send an email to mortgageconnects@mgic.com. Looking for even more expert insights? Check out our mortgage industry content portal, Mortgage Connects knowledge hub. Subscribe today so you don't miss out on the latest! Subscribe

On this episode we cover the topic of down payment assistance (DPA) with Down Payment Resource’s EVP of Product and Operations, Sean Moss. With over 18 years of housing finance industry experience, Sean leads Down Payment Resource’s product strategy and operations, developing solutions that help housing professionals connect homebuyers with available DPA programs across the country.  Sean explains...

We take a look at the findings from MGIC's soon-to-be-released 2022 Loan Originators Survey Report with MGIC Senior Business Partner Stephanie Budnik. We surveyed loan originators to learn: Where LOs focus their outreach efforts The top marketing mediums for originators How LOs overcome the challenges facing borrowers over the past year How LOs generate referrals Thanks for listening to Mortg...

Mortgage Connects podcast host Stephanie Budnik sits down for a conversation with Krystina Kohler from the United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County . Krystina is the Financial Stability Portfolio Manager at United Way and since 2013, she has provided analysis and support for over 70 of its community fund programs. She also leads United Way’s Safe & Stable Homes initiative, which a...

In honor of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, we interviewed Karen Chiu, Builder Development Manager at New American Funding, to learn from her experience and gain insight into the challenges many Asian Americans face in homebuying and in the mortgage industry. Karen has over 20 years of experience as a top mortgage loan originator, and she specializes in working with first-ti...

Dean Dardzinski, Vice President Managing Director of the Pacific region for MGIC, joins us as guest host on this special episode of Mortgage Connects. Dean interviews Ryan Hills, Regional Director of Movement Mortgage and host & CEO of RE Source TV. They discuss the evolution of Ryan’s business and the highlights of his successful career as a top originator and content creator. Mortgage Connec...

Every year mortgage professionals work with self-employed borrowers to determine their taxable income. MGIC Customer Trainer Jeff Platfoot joins us to discuss 2021 tax returns and what’s changed for this year, including mileage and meal deduction. Thanks for listening to Mortgage Connects, an MGIC podcast. If you have questions, comments, or want to get involved, send an email to mortgageconnects@...