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HousingWire DailyBob Broeksmit on Trump housing policiesOn today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Bob Broeksmit, president and CEO of the Mortgage Bankers Association, about the MBA’s housing policy priorities and how they are working with the Trump administration and Congress to see them enacted. The two discuss credit reporting requirements, the LO comp rule, LLPAs and more. Related to this episode: MBA’s Bob Broeksmit on credit scores and a possible GSE release  HousingWire | YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. The HousingWire Daily podcast brings the full picture of the most compelling stories in the housing market reported across HousingWire. Each morning, listen to editor in chief Sarah Wheeler talk to leading industry voices and get a deeper look behind the scenes of the top mortgage and real estate.
2026-01-2126 minOne on One Show with Greg Sher
One on One Show with Greg SherOne on One with Greg Sher and Bob BroeksmitVantageScore® could be an option for mortgage lenders as soon as the end of this year. Just one of many important topics covered in my exclusive One On One conversation with Mortgage Bankers Association President & CEO Robert Broeksmit.Live Streamed on Mon, Sep 29, 2025
2025-11-1734 minHousingWire Daily
HousingWire DailyMBA’s Bob Broeksmit on credit scores and a possible GSE releaseOn today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Bob Broeksmit, president and CEO of the Mortgage Bankers Association, about the latest news on credit scores and what a GSE release might look like. To learn more about Trust & Will, click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Related to this episode: MBA forecasts $2.2T mortgage origination in 2026 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HousingWire | YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More info about HousingWire⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Enjoy the episode! The HousingWire Daily podcast brings the full picture of the most compelling stories in the housing market reported across HousingWire. Each morning, listen to editor in chief Sarah Wheeler talk to leading industry voices and get a deeper look behind the scenes of the top mortgage and real estate stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-10-2214 minChrisman Commentary - Daily Mortgage News
Chrisman Commentary - Daily Mortgage News7.25.25 FHA Mortgage Insurance Premiums; MBA's Bob Broeksmit on Action Items; Housing SlippingWelcome to The Chrisman Commentary, your go-to daily mortgage news podcast, where industry insights meet expert analysis. Hosted by Robbie Chrisman, this podcast delivers the latest updates on mortgage rates, capital markets, and the forces shaping the housing finance landscape. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just looking to stay informed, you'll get clear, concise breakdowns of market trends and economic shifts that impact the mortgage world.In today’s episode, we review the latest FHA MIP news. Plus, Robbie sits down with MBA President Bob Broeksmit to discuss action items on the MBA's agenda. And we cl...
2025-07-2520 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsGreg Sher on the Power of Connection in Lending | Market Updates | July 21, 2025In this episode, the Optimal Insights team delivers a timely market update and welcomes Greg Sher, a leading voice in mortgage advocacy and digital influence. The conversation covers inflation trends, tariff impacts, housing affordability, and the evolving role of credit scoring. Greg shares the story behind the “All of Us” movement, his push for VantageScore adoption, and his commitment to elevating women in mortgage leadership. He also offers a roadmap for professionals looking to build influence and drive change through authenticity and consistency.Key Topics:Market update: CPI/PPI trends, tariff deadlines, and housing price shiftsVantageScore vs...
2025-07-2139 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageFrom Vision to Reality: Joe Tyrrell on Embracing AI and Automation | Market Insights | July 14, 2025In the July 14 episode of Optimal Insights, the team discusses the latest market dynamics, including inflation expectations, tariff impacts, and the Fed’s rate trajectory. Jim and Alex unpack the administration’s pressure on the Fed, the resilience of jobless claims, and the looming August 1 tariff deadline. Later, Jim and Vimi sit down with Optimal Blue CEO Joe Tyrrell for a wide-ranging conversation on AI’s role in mortgage tech, the future of automation, and how lenders can evaluate innovation in a tight-margin environment.Notable Insights:Jobless claims remain resilient; inflation data is in focus this week.T...
2025-07-141h 01Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsFrom Vision to Reality: Joe Tyrrell on Embracing AI and Automation | Market Insights | July 14, 2025In the July 14 episode of Optimal Insights, the team discusses the latest market dynamics, including inflation expectations, tariff impacts, and the Fed’s rate trajectory. Jim and Alex unpack the administration’s pressure on the Fed, the resilience of jobless claims, and the looming August 1 tariff deadline. Later, Jim and Vimi sit down with Optimal Blue CEO Joe Tyrrell for a wide-ranging conversation on AI’s role in mortgage tech, the future of automation, and how lenders can evaluate innovation in a tight-margin environment.Notable Insights:Jobless claims remain resilient; inflation data is in focus this week.T...
2025-07-141h 01Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageFiscal Firepower and the Future of Interest Rates | Optimal Insights | July 7, 2025In the July 7 episode of Optimal Insights, the team discusses the latest economic indicators and their implications for mortgage rates and the broader financial landscape. They analyze the recent jobs report, which showed strong headline numbers but revealed underlying weaknesses in private sector hiring.The discussion also covers the delayed implementation of reciprocal tariffs, the evolving landscape of global trade negotiations, and the implications of the newly passed “Big Beautiful Bill,” which extends tax cuts and introduces new housing incentives.Notable Insights:Mortgage rates remain stubbornly above 6.5%, with little near-term relief expected.The Fed is u...
2025-07-0737 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsFiscal Firepower and the Future of Interest Rates | Optimal Insights | July 7, 2025In the July 7 episode of Optimal Insights, the team discusses the latest economic indicators and their implications for mortgage rates and the broader financial landscape. They analyze the recent jobs report, which showed strong headline numbers but revealed underlying weaknesses in private sector hiring.The discussion also covers the delayed implementation of reciprocal tariffs, the evolving landscape of global trade negotiations, and the implications of the newly passed “Big Beautiful Bill,” which extends tax cuts and introduces new housing incentives.Notable Insights:Mortgage rates remain stubbornly above 6.5%, with little near-term relief expected.The Fed is u...
2025-07-0737 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageDo ARMs Have Legs in This Market? | Market Insights | June 30, 2025In this episode of Optimal Insights, the team explores the current state of the mortgage market during a short holiday week, discussing economic indicators, consumer sentiment, and the Fed’s stance on rate cuts. The second half of the episode is a deep dive into adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) – what they are, how they work, and their potential resurgence in today’s high-rate environment. The discussion includes historical comparisons, affordability scenarios, and international mortgage structures, ultimately addressing whether ARMs have a place in the current market.Key Topics Covered:Market update: consumer confidence, inflation, unemployment, and Fed policy...
2025-06-3034 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsDo ARMs Have Legs in This Market? | Market Insights | June 30, 2025In this episode of Optimal Insights, the team explores the current state of the mortgage market during a short holiday week, discussing economic indicators, consumer sentiment, and the Fed’s stance on rate cuts. The second half of the episode is a deep dive into adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) – what they are, how they work, and their potential resurgence in today’s high-rate environment. The discussion includes historical comparisons, affordability scenarios, and international mortgage structures, ultimately addressing whether ARMs have a place in the current market.Key Topics Covered:Market update: consumer confidence, inflation, unemployment, and Fed policy...
2025-06-3034 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageMarket Pulse, Global Headlines & Behind the Scenes of the Optimal Blue Hackathon | Optimal Insights | June 23, 2025The Fed, Iran, and... wait, what's a hackathon?In this week’s episode of Optimal Insights, Jim Glennon, Jeff McCarty, Alex Hebner, and Kevin Foley discuss the Fed’s cautious stance on interest rates, labor market signals, and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Later in the episode, Jim Glennon and Kevin Foley explore the outcomes of Optimal Blue’s recent hackathon with special guest, Optimal Blue CTO Seever Sulaiman, highlighting how innovation and AI are shaping the company’s future.Notable Insights:The Fed remains in “wait and see” mode, with cautious lan...
2025-06-2343 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsMarket Pulse, Global Headlines & Behind the Scenes of the Optimal Blue Hackathon | Optimal Insights | June 23, 2025The Fed, Iran, and... wait, what's a hackathon?In this week’s episode of Optimal Insights, Jim Glennon, Jeff McCarty, Alex Hebner, and Kevin Foley discuss the Fed’s cautious stance on interest rates, labor market signals, and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Later in the episode, Jim Glennon and Kevin Foley explore the outcomes of Optimal Blue’s recent hackathon with special guest, Optimal Blue CTO Seever Sulaiman, highlighting how innovation and AI are shaping the company’s future.Notable Insights:The Fed remains in “wait and see” mode, with cautious lan...
2025-06-2343 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageThe Cost of Borrowing: How Personal & Public Spending Shape Interest Rates | June 16, 2025In this episode, the Optimal Insights team explores how rising personal and public debt levels are influencing interest rates and shaping the broader economic landscape. The discussion covers inflation trends, the Fed’s upcoming decisions, and the impact of geopolitical tensions on energy prices. The team also examines AI’s effect on electricity demand and infrastructure, and how consumer behavior is shifting in response to tariffs and credit stress.Key Topics Covered:Market update and inflation metricsMiddle East conflict and energy market implicationsAI-driven energy consumption and nuclear energy resurgencePersonal debt, student loans, and buy-now-pay-later trendsNational debt, defi...
2025-06-1631 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsThe Cost of Borrowing: How Personal & Public Spending Shape Interest Rates | June 16, 2025In this episode, the Optimal Insights team explores how rising personal and public debt levels are influencing interest rates and shaping the broader economic landscape. The discussion covers inflation trends, the Fed’s upcoming decisions, and the impact of geopolitical tensions on energy prices. The team also examines AI’s effect on electricity demand and infrastructure, and how consumer behavior is shifting in response to tariffs and credit stress.Key Topics Covered:Market update and inflation metricsMiddle East conflict and energy market implicationsAI-driven energy consumption and nuclear energy resurgencePersonal debt, student loans, and buy-now-pay-later trendsNational debt, defi...
2025-06-1631 minHousingWire Daily
HousingWire DailyMBA CEO Bob Broeksmit on trigger leads and deregulationOn today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Bob Broeksmit, CEO of the Mortgage Bankers Association, about the progress of the trigger lead bill in Congress as well as the deregulation of the mortgage industry under President Trump. Related to this episode: ⁠As trigger leads ban inches closer, MBA’s Broeksmit talks deregulation, conservatorship | HousingWire⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HousingWire | YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More info about HousingWire⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Enjoy the episode! The HousingWire Daily podcast brings the full picture of the most compelling stories in the housing market reported across HousingWire. Each morning, listen to editor in chief Sarah Wheeler talk to leading industry voices and get a deeper look behind the scenes of the top mortgage and real estate stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
2025-06-1124 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageThe Art of the Complex Loan: Vince Zenner on Non-QM Strategy | Market Updates | June 9, 2025In this episode, the Optimal Insights team dives into the latest economic indicators, including employment data, inflation expectations, and treasury auctions. They explore the implications of recent job market trends, AI’s impact on entry-level employment, and the broader economic sentiment. A major focus is the growing momentum in the non-QM (non-qualified mortgage) space, with special guest, Vince Zenner, offering expert insights into risk management, hedging strategies, and the role of technology in streamlining complex loan products. The discussion emphasizes the shift from passive to active management across the mortgage industry.Key Topics Covered:Em...
2025-06-0939 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsThe Art of the Complex Loan: Vince Zenner on Non-QM Strategy | Market Updates | June 9, 2025In this episode, the Optimal Insights team dives into the latest economic indicators, including employment data, inflation expectations, and treasury auctions. They explore the implications of recent job market trends, AI’s impact on entry-level employment, and the broader economic sentiment. A major focus is the growing momentum in the non-QM (non-qualified mortgage) space, with special guest, Vince Zenner, offering expert insights into risk management, hedging strategies, and the role of technology in streamlining complex loan products. The discussion emphasizes the shift from passive to active management across the mortgage industry.Key Topics Covered:Em...
2025-06-0939 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageGlobal Pressures, Sticky Rates: Forces Driving Interest Rates Higher | Optimal Insights | June 2, 2025In this episode of Optimal Insights, Jim Glennon is joined by Jeff McCarty and Alex Hebner to discuss why interest rates remain stubbornly high and what it means for the mortgage industry. The team explores inflation trends, global debt pressures, and the structural shifts reshaping the long-term rate environment.Key Topics:Market Snapshot: OBMMI at 6.84%, with strong purchase and refi volume.Inflation & Labor: PCE shows progress, but jobless claims and construction employment hint at softening.Global Debt & Deficit Spending: U.S. and European nations are flooding markets with debt, pushing long-term yields higher.Tariffs & Tax Policy: S...
2025-06-0226 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsGlobal Pressures, Sticky Rates: Forces Driving Interest Rates Higher | Optimal Insights | June 2, 2025In this episode of Optimal Insights, Jim Glennon is joined by Jeff McCarty and Alex Hebner to discuss why interest rates remain stubbornly high and what it means for the mortgage industry. The team explores inflation trends, global debt pressures, and the structural shifts reshaping the long-term rate environment.Key Topics:Market Snapshot: OBMMI at 6.84%, with strong purchase and refi volume.Inflation & Labor: PCE shows progress, but jobless claims and construction employment hint at softening.Global Debt & Deficit Spending: U.S. and European nations are flooding markets with debt, pushing long-term yields higher.Tariffs & Tax Policy: S...
2025-06-0226 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsRecent Trends in Mortgage Servicing and Upcoming Fed Announcements | May 5, 2025In the May 5 episode of Optimal Insights, Optimal Blue experts Jeff McCarty, Kevin Foley, and Alex Hebner discuss recent economic data, including non-farm payroll numbers, GDP figures, and the Federal Reserve's upcoming rate decisions. Later in the episode, Jeff and Vimi Vasudeva discuss the latest developments in the mortgage servicing rights (MSR) market, regulatory changes, and industry trends impacting servicing costs and borrower behavior.Key InsightsGDP and Import Dynamics: The contraction in GDP was largely attributed to high import numbers before tariffs, highlighting the complexities of economic indicators and the need for careful analysis of u...
2025-05-0531 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageRecent Trends in Mortgage Servicing and Upcoming Fed Announcements | May 5, 2025In the May 5 episode of Optimal Insights, Optimal Blue experts Jeff McCarty, Kevin Foley, and Alex Hebner discuss recent economic data, including non-farm payroll numbers, GDP figures, and the Federal Reserve's upcoming rate decisions. Later in the episode, Jeff and Vimi Vasudeva discuss the latest developments in the mortgage servicing rights (MSR) market, regulatory changes, and industry trends impacting servicing costs and borrower behavior.Key InsightsGDP and Import Dynamics: The contraction in GDP was largely attributed to high import numbers before tariffs, highlighting the complexities of economic indicators and the need for careful analysis of u...
2025-05-0531 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsWells Fargo's Kevin Jackson on Tariffs, Stagflation, and the Future of Housing | April 28, 2025In this week’s episode of Optimal Insights, Jim Glennon, Jeff McCarty, and Alex Hebner discuss the latest market trends. Special guest Kevin Jackson from Wells Fargo joins to provide an in-depth analysis of tariffs, their impact on inflation and stagflation, and the Fed's potential responses.Key Points:Market Trends: Jim Glennon and Alex Hebner analyze recent changes in interest rates and bond markets, focusing on the impact of the Trump administration's tariff policies and their implications for consumer spending and inflation.Economic Outlook: The hosts examine broader economic trends, including inflation readings and employment data, disc...
2025-04-2845 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageWells Fargo's Kevin Jackson on Tariffs, Stagflation, and the Future of Housing | April 28, 2025In this week’s episode of Optimal Insights, Jim Glennon, Jeff McCarty, and Alex Hebner discuss the latest market trends. Special guest Kevin Jackson from Wells Fargo joins to provide an in-depth analysis of tariffs, their impact on inflation and stagflation, and the Fed's potential responses.Key Points:Market Trends: Jim Glennon and Alex Hebner analyze recent changes in interest rates and bond markets, focusing on the impact of the Trump administration's tariff policies and their implications for consumer spending and inflation.Economic Outlook: The hosts examine broader economic trends, including inflation readings and employment data, disc...
2025-04-2845 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageNavigating Economic Policy Conflicts: The Fed & the White House | April 21, 2025In this week’s episode of Optimal Insights, Jeff McCarty, Kevin Foley, and Alex Hebner discuss the latest market trends, including the impact of tariffs and the dynamics between the Federal Reserve and the executive branch. They share their expert opinions and insight into how these factors are shaping the industry and the broader economic landscape.Key points:Market Trends: Analysis on the recent changes in interest rates and bond markets, including the impact of the Trump administration's tariff policies.Economic Outlook: Examination of broader economic trends, including inflation readings, employment data, and their implications for the...
2025-04-2125 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsNavigating Economic Policy Conflicts: The Fed & the White House | April 21, 2025In this week’s episode of Optimal Insights, Jeff McCarty, Kevin Foley, and Alex Hebner discuss the latest market trends, including the impact of tariffs and the dynamics between the Federal Reserve and the executive branch. They share their expert opinions and insight into how these factors are shaping the industry and the broader economic landscape.Key points:Market Trends: Analysis on the recent changes in interest rates and bond markets, including the impact of the Trump administration's tariff policies.Economic Outlook: Examination of broader economic trends, including inflation readings, employment data, and their implications for the...
2025-04-2125 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageMarket Update & Mastering Mortgage Closing Costs With Lodestar CEO Jim Paolino | April 14, 2025In this week's episode of Optimal Insights, Jim Glennon, Jeff McCarty, and Alex Hebner discuss the latest market trends and the impact of tariffs, providing crucial insights into how these factors are shaping the mortgage industry. Later, Jim Paolino, CEO of Lodestar, and Kevin Foley join Jim for a discussion about accurate fee management, highlighting the importance of precision in closing cost disclosures to avoid costly errors and improve efficiency.Key points:Market Trends and Tariffs: Jim Glennon, Jeff McCarty, and Alex Hebner analyze recent changes in interest rates and bond markets, including the impact of...
2025-04-1435 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsMarket Update & Mastering Mortgage Closing Costs With Lodestar CEO Jim Paolino | April 14, 2025In this week's episode of Optimal Insights, Jim Glennon, Jeff McCarty, and Alex Hebner discuss the latest market trends and the impact of tariffs, providing crucial insights into how these factors are shaping the mortgage industry. Later, Jim Paolino, CEO of Lodestar, and Kevin Foley join Jim for a discussion about accurate fee management, highlighting the importance of precision in closing cost disclosures to avoid costly errors and improve efficiency.Key points:Market Trends and Tariffs: Jim Glennon, Jeff McCarty, and Alex Hebner analyze recent changes in interest rates and bond markets, including the impact of...
2025-04-1435 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageBONUS: Navigating Tariff Changes: Impact on the Mortgage Industry With Chris MaloneyIn this bonus episode of Optimal Insights, Jim Glennon, Alex Hebner, and special guest Chris Maloney discuss the impact of recent tariff changes on the mortgage industry.Jim Glennon, vice president of hedging and trading and client services at Optimal Blue, hosts this bonus episode. He is joined by Chris Maloney, mortgage strategist, and Alex Hebner from Optimal Blue. They share their insights into the recent tariff turmoil between the U.S., China, and many countries around the world, discussing its implications for the capital markets and the mortgage industry.Key points covered include:...
2025-04-1132 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsBONUS: Navigating Tariff Changes: Impact on the Mortgage Industry With Chris MaloneyIn this bonus episode of Optimal Insights, Jim Glennon, Alex Hebner, and special guest Chris Maloney discuss the impact of recent tariff changes on the mortgage industry.Jim Glennon, vice president of hedging and trading and client services at Optimal Blue, hosts this bonus episode. He is joined by Chris Maloney, mortgage strategist, and Alex Hebner from Optimal Blue. They share their insights into the recent tariff turmoil between the U.S., China, and many countries around the world, discussing its implications for the capital markets and the mortgage industry.Key points covered include:...
2025-04-1132 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsThis Week's Market Turbulence: Key Insights | April 7, 2025Welcome to this week’s episode of Optimal Insights. In this episode, our experts discuss recent market turbulence, including significant movements in equity markets, bond rates, and energy prices.They explore the implications of new US tariffs and retaliatory measures from countries like China, discussing how these actions might affect global trade and economic stability. The episode also covers key economic indicators such the OBMMI rate and lock volumes, highlighting trends in refinancing and purchase volumes. Employment data and inflation concerns are also discussed, offering insights into their effects on the broader economy.Tune in to...
2025-04-0728 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageThis Week's Market Turbulence: Key Insights | April 7, 2025Welcome to this week’s episode of Optimal Insights. In this episode, our experts discuss recent market turbulence, including significant movements in equity markets, bond rates, and energy prices.They explore the implications of new US tariffs and retaliatory measures from countries like China, discussing how these actions might affect global trade and economic stability. The episode also covers key economic indicators such the OBMMI rate and lock volumes, highlighting trends in refinancing and purchase volumes. Employment data and inflation concerns are also discussed, offering insights into their effects on the broader economy.Tune in to...
2025-04-0728 minLykken on Lending
Lykken on LendingAdvocacy in Action: Bob Broeksmit on Mortgage Policy, GSE Reform & Market ShiftsIn this episode of Lykken on Lending, we sit down with Bob Broeksmit, President and CEO of the Mortgage Bankers Association, for a timely and insightful conversation on the state of the mortgage industry. From key advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill to the future of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, Bob shares updates on GSE reform, HUD leadership, and the regulatory shifts shaping housing finance today. We also dive into market trends like consumer direct lending and the implications of recent M&A activity—including Rocket's headline-grabbing moves. If you’re looking for a front-row seat to the forces driv...
2025-04-0435 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageNavigating Economic Uncertainty and Rising Delinquencies | March 24, 2025Welcome to this week’s episode of Optimal Insights. In this episode, our experts discuss the latest economic trends and their impact on the mortgage industry. Host Jim Glennon, joined by experts Alex Hebner and Vimi Vasudeva, covers key topics such as the recent Fed meeting, the implications of rising delinquencies on government loans, and the effects on MSR valuations.Highlights:Economic Analysis: Alex Hebner provides insights into the recent Fed meeting, discussing interest rate projections, quantitative tightening, and the potential impact of tariffs on the economy.Rising Delinquencies: Vimi Vasudeva explores the increase in government loan...
2025-03-2431 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsNavigating Economic Uncertainty and Rising Delinquencies | March 24, 2025Welcome to this week’s episode of Optimal Insights. In this episode, our experts discuss the latest economic trends and their impact on the mortgage industry. Host Jim Glennon, joined by experts Alex Hebner and Vimi Vasudeva, covers key topics such as the recent Fed meeting, the implications of rising delinquencies on government loans, and the effects on MSR valuations.Highlights:Economic Analysis: Alex Hebner provides insights into the recent Fed meeting, discussing interest rate projections, quantitative tightening, and the potential impact of tariffs on the economy.Rising Delinquencies: Vimi Vasudeva explores the increase in government loan...
2025-03-2431 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageInsights from Down Payment Resource CEO Rob Chrane | Current Market Volatility | March 10, 2025Welcome to this week’s episode of Optimal Insights. In this episode, host Jim Glennon and cohosts discuss the past week's market volatility. They cover employment trends and rising consumer debt, providing a comprehensive overview of the current economic landscape.Later, they are joined by special guest Rob Chrane, CEO of Down Payment Resource, who provides valuable insights into how down payment assistance programs facilitate homeownership in any market conditions. He explains how these programs bridge the gap for borrowers lacking sufficient funds, thereby supporting the mortgage industry.Key Takeaways:Economic volatility presents both ch...
2025-03-1043 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsInsights from Down Payment Resource CEO Rob Chrane | Current Market Volatility | March 10, 2025Welcome to this week’s episode of Optimal Insights. In this episode, host Jim Glennon and cohosts discuss the past week's market volatility. They cover employment trends and rising consumer debt, providing a comprehensive overview of the current economic landscape.Later, they are joined by special guest Rob Chrane, CEO of Down Payment Resource, who provides valuable insights into how down payment assistance programs facilitate homeownership in any market conditions. He explains how these programs bridge the gap for borrowers lacking sufficient funds, thereby supporting the mortgage industry.Key Takeaways:Economic volatility presents both ch...
2025-03-1043 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageEconomic Landscape Unpacked: Q1 2025 Review (So Far) | Feb. 24, 2025Welcome to this week’s episode of Optimal Insights. Jim Glennon, Jeff McCarty, and Alex Hebner kick things off by discussing the current mortgage rates, which have hovered around the mid to high sixes, making it challenging for any significant refinancing activity to take off. Both consumer and homebuilder sentiments have taken a hit, reflecting broader economic concerns, and the impacts of tariffs on construction materials are casting a shadow over homebuilders’ confidence. As we explore these economic dynamics, we also touch on the potential implications for mortgage volume and market strategies moving forward. The team...
2025-02-2426 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsEconomic Landscape Unpacked: Q1 2025 Review (So Far) | Feb. 24, 2025Welcome to this week’s episode of Optimal Insights. Jim Glennon, Jeff McCarty, and Alex Hebner kick things off by discussing the current mortgage rates, which have hovered around the mid to high sixes, making it challenging for any significant refinancing activity to take off. Both consumer and homebuilder sentiments have taken a hit, reflecting broader economic concerns, and the impacts of tariffs on construction materials are casting a shadow over homebuilders’ confidence. As we explore these economic dynamics, we also touch on the potential implications for mortgage volume and market strategies moving forward. The team...
2025-02-2426 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageBONUS: Driving Profitability & Innovation at No Additional Cost – Joe Tyrrell | Optimal Blue Summit 2025At the first annual Optimal Blue Summit, Joe Tyrrell, CEO of Optimal Blue, reflects on past industry challenges, the importance of preparation, and the rapid advancements in technology. He shares insights on Optimal Blue's new core competencies, including flexibility, transparency, innovation, value, and control, all aimed at increasing profitability for their partners. Discover how Optimal Blue is leading the way with innovative AI solutions that solve lenders’ real-world challenges and a commitment to delivering unparalleled value at no additional cost. Learn more about our new product innovations: https://www2.optimalblue.com/optimal-blue-introduces-seven-major-innovations-at-its-inaugural-user-summit-in-san-diego/...
2025-02-2027 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsBONUS: Driving Profitability & Innovation at No Additional Cost – Joe Tyrrell | Optimal Blue Summit 2025At the first annual Optimal Blue Summit, Joe Tyrrell, CEO of Optimal Blue, reflects on past industry challenges, the importance of preparation, and the rapid advancements in technology. He shares insights on Optimal Blue's new core competencies, including flexibility, transparency, innovation, value, and control, all aimed at increasing profitability for their partners. Discover how Optimal Blue is leading the way with innovative AI solutions that solve lenders’ real-world challenges and a commitment to delivering unparalleled value at no additional cost. Learn more about our new product innovations: https://www2.optimalblue.com/optimal-blue-introduces-seven-major-innovations-at-its-inaugural-user-summit-in-san-diego/...
2025-02-2027 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageUnderstanding Builder Forward Commitments in Today's Market | Feb. 18, 2025Welcome to this week’s episode of Optimal Insights. Join Jim Glennon, Ben Larcombe, and Jeff Casella as they dive into the pressing issues facing today's market, with a special focus on how high inflation is impacting mortgage rates. Jim kicks off the episode by exploring how the current economic environment is shaping builder strategies, particularly the trend of offering rate buy-downs to attract buyers in a high-interest market. Ben provides an insightful analysis of the latest CPI data, highlighting the market's surprising resilience despite ongoing inflationary pressures.We explored the mechanics of builder forward co...
2025-02-1829 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsUnderstanding Builder Forward Commitments in Today's Market | Feb. 18, 2025Welcome to this week’s episode of Optimal Insights. Join Jim Glennon, Ben Larcombe, and Jeff Casella as they dive into the pressing issues facing today's market, with a special focus on how high inflation is impacting mortgage rates. Jim kicks off the episode by exploring how the current economic environment is shaping builder strategies, particularly the trend of offering rate buy-downs to attract buyers in a high-interest market. Ben provides an insightful analysis of the latest CPI data, highlighting the market's surprising resilience despite ongoing inflationary pressures.We explored the mechanics of builder forward co...
2025-02-1829 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsBONUS: Optimal Blue Summit Recap: Product Launches, Key Insights, and MoreWelcome to this bonus episode of Optimal Insights. Recorded on-site at the inaugural Optimal Blue Summit, Jim Glennon, Vimi Vasudeva, and Kevin Foley shared some insights from our general sessions and breakout sessions. The team also discussed the seven product announcements unveiled live at the first general session with Optimal Blue CEO Joe Tyrrell, Chief Product Officer Erin Wester, Tiffany McGarry, Jeff McCarty, and Kevin Foley. These innovations are designed to streamline processes, maximize profitability, and enhance efficiency within the mortgage industry, enabling professionals to make more informed and expedited decisions.Immediately following this recording...
2025-02-0735 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageBONUS: Optimal Blue Summit Recap: Product Launches, Key Insights, and MoreWelcome to this bonus episode of Optimal Insights. Recorded on-site at the inaugural Optimal Blue Summit, Jim Glennon, Vimi Vasudeva, and Kevin Foley shared some insights from our general sessions and breakout sessions. The team also discussed the seven product announcements unveiled live at the first general session with Optimal Blue CEO Joe Tyrrell, Chief Product Officer Erin Wester, Tiffany McGarry, Jeff McCarty, and Kevin Foley. These innovations are designed to streamline processes, maximize profitability, and enhance efficiency within the mortgage industry, enabling professionals to make more informed and expedited decisions.Immediately following this recording...
2025-02-0735 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsFrom Tariffs to AI Tech: What’s Shaping the Market Today | Feb. 3, 2025Welcome to this week's episode of Optimal Insights!In this episode, our experts discuss the current state of the economy, the impact of tariffs, and the latest advancements in artificial intelligence. Recent data indicates that interest rates remain resilient, and we continue to grapple with inflation—it's quite the rollercoaster ride.Join Jim Glennon, Ben Larcombe, and Kevin Foley as they analyze the Federal Reserve's recent actions and their implications for navigating these high-rate conditions. Additionally, we provide an important update on tariffs that could significantly affect trade with Canada, Mexico, and China, po...
2025-02-0328 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageFrom Tariffs to AI Tech: What’s Shaping the Market Today | Feb. 3, 2025Welcome to this week's episode of Optimal Insights!In this episode, our experts discuss the current state of the economy, the impact of tariffs, and the latest advancements in artificial intelligence. Recent data indicates that interest rates remain resilient, and we continue to grapple with inflation—it's quite the rollercoaster ride.Join Jim Glennon, Ben Larcombe, and Kevin Foley as they analyze the Federal Reserve's recent actions and their implications for navigating these high-rate conditions. Additionally, we provide an important update on tariffs that could significantly affect trade with Canada, Mexico, and China, po...
2025-02-0328 minHousingWire Daily
HousingWire DailyMBA’s Bob Broeksmit on housing policy priorities in a new adminstrationOn today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Bob Broeksmit, president and CEO of the Mortgage Bankers Association, about the trade group’s priorities under the Trump administration.Related to this episode: Bob Broeksmit outlines MBA priorities under Trump administration | HousingWire HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire  Enjoy the episode!The HousingWire Daily podcast brings the full picture of the most compelling stories in the housing market reported across HousingWire. Each morning, listen to editor in chief Sarah Wheeler talk to leading indus...
2025-01-3014 minLykken on Lending
Lykken on LendingMortgage Policy & Leadership Shifts: Key Senate Confirmations and FHA Affordability Updates - MBA Mortgage Minute by Adam DeSanctisThe Mortgage Minute highlights key Senate committee advancements on the nominations of Scott Besant (Treasury), Doug Collins (VA), and Scott Turner (HUD), with MBA urging swift confirmations. MBA President Bob Broeksmit also emphasized FHA’s strong financial position and called on the Trump administration to lower mortgage insurance premiums to improve affordability for low-to-moderate-income buyers.-------------------------------------------------------------Adam DeSanctis, VP of Communication at Mortgage Bankers AssociationAs a strategic public affairs and communications executive with nearly two decades of experience, Adam has deep expertise in strategy, management, and media relations. He is...
2025-01-2901 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageImpact of California Fires on the Industry & Optimal Blue Summit Preview | Jan. 27, 2025Welcome to this week’s episode of Optimal Insights! Our experts discuss the current economic landscape, the impact of the California fires on mortgage servicing rights (MSRs), and give an exciting preview of the upcoming Optimal Blue Summit.Discussion Highlights:Economic Resilience and Challenges: Jim Glennon and Alex Hebner discuss the economy's resilience, inflation concerns, and potential Federal Reserve rate cuts.Impact of California Fires on MSRs: The devastating fires have raised significant concerns about MSRs, with potential forbearance affecting servicer cash flows and asset values.Optimal Blue Summit Preview: Get ready for major product announcements and se...
2025-01-2729 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsImpact of California Fires on the Industry & Optimal Blue Summit Preview | Jan. 27, 2025Welcome to this week’s episode of Optimal Insights! Our experts discuss the current economic landscape, the impact of the California fires on mortgage servicing rights (MSRs), and give an exciting preview of the upcoming Optimal Blue Summit.Discussion Highlights:Economic Resilience and Challenges: Jim Glennon and Alex Hebner discuss the economy's resilience, inflation concerns, and potential Federal Reserve rate cuts.Impact of California Fires on MSRs: The devastating fires have raised significant concerns about MSRs, with potential forbearance affecting servicer cash flows and asset values.Optimal Blue Summit Preview: Get ready for major product announcements and se...
2025-01-2729 minOptimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market Advantage
Optimal Blue Podcasts – Optimal Insights & Market AdvantageNavigating the Markets: Understanding Jobs, Inflation, and Interest Rates | Jan. 13, 2025In this episode of Optimal Insights, Jim Glennon, Alex Hebner, and Ben Larcombe discuss the latest economic indicators impacting the mortgage industry. They explore the implications of last week's strong jobs report, rising mortgage rates, and key inflation metrics, providing insights on how these factors influence lending practices and the broader economic landscape.The episode offers strategies for navigating the evolving mortgage market and staying informed about industry trends.Takeaways:Robust Job Growth: December saw an addition of 256,000 jobs, highlighting economic strength and potential wage pressures.Rising Mortgage Rates: Conventional 30-year mortgage rates are ne...
2025-01-1337 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsNavigating the Markets: Understanding Jobs, Inflation, and Interest Rates | Jan. 13, 2025In this episode of Optimal Insights, Jim Glennon, Alex Hebner, and Ben Larcombe discuss the latest economic indicators impacting the mortgage industry. They explore the implications of last week's strong jobs report, rising mortgage rates, and key inflation metrics, providing insights on how these factors influence lending practices and the broader economic landscape.The episode offers strategies for navigating the evolving mortgage market and staying informed about industry trends.Takeaways:Robust Job Growth: December saw an addition of 256,000 jobs, highlighting economic strength and potential wage pressures.Rising Mortgage Rates: Conventional 30-year mortgage rates are ne...
2025-01-1337 minOptimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets Insights
Optimal Insights - Mortgage Data & Capital Markets InsightsLooking Ahead to 2025 & Year-End Market Wrap | Dec. 23, 2024Welcome to this week’s episode of Optimal Insights. In this episode, our experts offer an analysis of the economic landscape as we approach the new year.Jim Glennon, Jeff McCarty, and Ben Larcombe discuss the Federal Reserve's recent announcements and their implications for interest rates, highlighting a potential pause in rate cuts moving into 2025. The team reflects on the economic events of 2024 while offering insights on key areas to monitor in the coming year, including governmental policies and market trends that could impact the mortgage industry.Join us as we wrap up the year and p...
2024-12-2331 min