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In today’s episode, we go through what to look forward to from MBA's Annual Secondary and Capital Markets conference in New York. Plus, Robbie sits down with Eris Innovations’ Geoffrey Sharp for a discussion on how to hedge non-Agency production, which has historically been difficult because these loans lack a liquid, standardized forward market (like the TBA market for agency loans) and carry high levels of prepayment, credit...

In today’s episode, we go through a primer on how current market gyrations are influencing prepayment speeds. Plus, Robbie sits down with Digital Risk’s Kim Lanham for a discussion on how the Iran conflict and broader geopolitical uncertainty are influencing mortgage rates, borrower decision-making, servicing retention strategies, borrower assistance programs, and emerging credit and fraud risks across both Agency and non-QM lendin...

In today’s episode, we look at the latest earnings calls and quarterly results from across the mortgage industry. Plus, Robbie sits down with FirstClose’s Dan Kellett for a discussion on how forward-thinking lenders are using automation, faster cycle times, and digital transparency to improve borrower experience, accelerate closings, and drive profitable growth in home equity lending. And we close by examining Federal Reserve Chair...

In today’s episode, we look at the figures surrounding America's aging housing stock. Plus, Robbie sits down with Chris Marshall of Sagent at its 2026 Ignite Conference, as well as Scott Rodeman (Evergreen Home Loans), Chris Wittrig (Land Home), and Jane Roethler (Idaho Housing and Finance Association) for a discussion on the latest and greatest in servicing technology. And we close by examining MBS coupon performance across t...

In today’s episode, we look at figures associated with Hispanic lending in America. Plus, Robbie sits down with Figure’s Anthony Stratis (for a discussion on the home equity lending space) and Verus’ Dane Smith (for a discussion on innovative loan products). And we close by examining what it would take for oil prices to return to normal levels.

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In today’s episode, we look at the profitability of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Plus, Robbie sits down with AnnieMac’s Joe Panebianco for a discussion on helping borrowers compete like cash purchasers, how affordability pressures are shaping borrower demand and new lending strategies, how global risks ripple into mortgage markets, and what key signals could drive a meaningful market shift through the rest of 2026. And we close by e...

In today’s episode, we look at the prevalence of various programs to qualify more borrowers for homes. Plus, Movement Mortgage’s Lyra Waggoner interviews Rob and Robbie on a listener mailbag list of topics. And we close by examining the macro economic narrative after a large slate of data.

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In today’s episode, we look at the size of the all-cash buyer segment. Plus, Robbie sits down with CI&T’s Tim Von Kaenel for a discussion on building, integrating, and optimizing technology to drive differentiation, modernize operations, and navigate an increasingly complex and fast-evolving digital landscape. And we close by examining dissent brewing within the Federal Reserve.

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In today’s episode, we look at what is being discussed at April conferences. Plus, Robbie sits down with with Halo Programs Kirk King for a discussion on the ways originators are utilizing technology to automate daily marketing tasks to generate low-cost, high-yield leads and optimize current client relationships. And we close by examining the Fed's policy calculus.

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In today’s episode, we look at the latest merger in the mortgage industry. Plus, Robbie sits down with Seroka’s John Seroka for a discussion on how brands are discovered by prioritizing credible, structured, and widely validated information over traditional SEO, making it critical for companies to build consistent digital authority and trust signals. And we close by examining how mortgage-backed securities (MBS) have been stacking ...

In today’s episode, we look at the calculus going through building contractors minds. Plus, Robbie sits down with WSFS Bank’s Jeffrey Ruben for a discussion on how homeowners can strategically tap their equity while navigating today’s rate environment, avoiding common renovation financing pitfalls, and understanding why many are calling this the “golden age” of HELOCs. And we close by examining the ways in which rates are impacting...

In today’s episode, we go through some migration trends popping up across the U.S. Plus, Robbie sits down with Experian’s Joy Mina and Ken Tromer for a discussion on helping mortgage lenders cut costs and speed up closings by offering an early, integrated view of employment verification that improves decision-making, enhances borrower experience, and supports broader automation in lending workflows. And we close by looking at trend...

In today’s episode, we go through the our daily update from the Strait of Hormuz and how it is impacting borrower behavior. Plus, Robbie sits down with Paddington Capital Management’s Paul Musson for a discussion on how policymakers are repeatedly propping up asset prices at the expense of long-term economic health and fairness. And we close by looking at the latest labor market indicators.

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In today’s episode, we go through the latest mortgage news emanating from Washington D.C. Plus, Robbie sits down with loanDNA’s Neil Sahota for a discussion on how the mortgage value chain is being reshaped, from origination through servicing, and what that means for lenders trying to stay competitive. And we close by looking at the shifting calculus of Federal Reserve policy.

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In today’s episode, we go through the latest annual origination production rankings from lenders. Plus, Robbie sits down with Cardinal Financial’s Brian Hurd for a discussion on builder sentiment this spring, the push for attainable housing, key affordability challenges, and the market forces and development trends likely to shape housing in the coming months. And we close by looking at Kevin Warsh's Fed Chair confirmation hea...

In today’s episode, we go through the ways mortgage rates are moving in lockstep with oil prices. Plus, Robbie sits down with Noise Media Group’s Joseph Levi for a discussion on how marketers are turning SEO budgets into generative engine optimization (GEO) to maintain visibility across AI-driven results that pull from diverse sources like structured data, news, and social content. And we close by looking ahead to this week's ...

In today’s episode, we go through chatter from the hallways at the MBA Advocacy Conference. Plus, Robbie sits down with Verisk’s Kingsley Greenland for a discussion on how insurance companies are using climate modeling to improve their granularity of pricing, though ambiguity still exists. And we close by talking about what the Federal Reserve's is expected to do at and beyond its meeting next month.

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In today’s episode, we go through the latest migration patterns from the U.S. Census Bureau. Plus, Robbie sits down with Berger Singerman's Geoffrey Lottenberg for a discussion on navigating the legal implications of AI in mortgage and lending processes. And we close by talking about what the Federal Reserve's Beige Book reveals about economic growth.

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In today’s episode, we go through the latest statistics pertaining to funded mortgage volume. Plus, Robbie sits down with Evergreen Home Loans’ Tamra Rieger for a discussion on leadership, building teams, and winning business in the current rate environment. And we close by talking about how the conflict in the Middle East is impacting mortgage applications.

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