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The Chrisman Commentary podcast provides daily insights into the mortgage industry, covering market trends, capital markets, and regulatory changes. Hosted by Robbie Chrisman, each episode delivers expert analysis and industry perspectives on the forces shaping housing finance. Whether it’s mortgage rates, lending news, or economic shifts, the podcast offers a clear, concise breakdown of the most important developments. More at www.chrismancommentary.com.

  1. 5.18.26 Rent Versus Own; Lower’s Craig Montgomery on Origination Trends; Shifting Rate Expectations

    20H AGO

    5.18.26 Rent Versus Own; Lower’s Craig Montgomery on Origination Trends; Shifting Rate Expectations

    In today’s episode, we go through the costs of home ownership across major metropolitan areas. Plus, Robbie sits down with Lower’s Craig Montgomery for a discussion on how strategic leadership is shaping lender growth in 2026 through effective team building, evolving production trends, competitive retail execution, and strong real estate agent relationships. And we close by looking at the shifting narrative surrounding Fed policy.  Welcome 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. This week’s podcasts are sponsored by TransUnion. Discover how data-driven mortgage intelligence is helping lenders identify in-market borrowers, strengthen portfolio performance, personalize outreach, retain customers, and drive smarter growth in an increasingly competitive housing market.

    25 min
  2. 5.15.26 Proxy Wars and Delinquencies; Click n' Close’s Delores Lopez on Operations; The Week That Was

    3D AGO

    5.15.26 Proxy Wars and Delinquencies; Click n' Close’s Delores Lopez on Operations; The Week That Was

    In today’s episode, we go through the most up-to-date delinquency statistics from MBA. Plus, Robbie sits down with Click n' Close’s Delores Lopes for a discussion on the role of a COO in this technological age, as well as women in leadership roles. And we close by summarizing the week that was. Welcome 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. Today’s podcast is brought to you by nCino. As conversations kick off this week at nSight 2026, mortgage professionals are exploring the technologies and strategies redefining origination experiences and transforming lead-to-loan economics. The nCino Mortgage Suite — Mortgage Point of Sale, Mortgage Analytics, and Incentive Compensation — helps lenders connect operations, insights, and borrower engagement in one modern platform. Learn more at nCino.com/mortgage.

    17 min
  3. 5.14.26 MBS Performance; Flex’s Ryan Metcalf on Demand; Consumer Consumption Characteristics

    4D AGO

    5.14.26 MBS Performance; Flex’s Ryan Metcalf on Demand; Consumer Consumption Characteristics

    In today’s episode, we go through the recent performance of mortgage-backed securities (MBS). Plus, Robbie sits down with Flex’s Ryan Metcalf for a discussion on how financial fragility is reshaping the foundation of homeownership demand, challenging traditional credit models, and forcing lenders and policymakers to rethink risk, readiness, and the role of demand-side solutions. And we close by walking through consumer consumption characteristics. Welcome 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. Today’s podcast is brought to you by nCino. As conversations kick off this week at nSight 2026, mortgage professionals are exploring the technologies and strategies redefining origination experiences and transforming lead-to-loan economics. The nCino Mortgage Suite — Mortgage Point of Sale, Mortgage Analytics, and Incentive Compensation — helps lenders connect operations, insights, and borrower engagement in one modern platform. Learn more at nCino.com/mortgage.

    23 min
  4. 5.13.26 Inflation and The Fed; nCino’s Chris Gufford on Product Redesign; PPI Follows CPI

    5D AGO

    5.13.26 Inflation and The Fed; nCino’s Chris Gufford on Product Redesign; PPI Follows CPI

    In today’s episode, we go through the Federal Reserve's dual-mandate balancing act. Plus, Robbie sits down with nCino’s Chris Gufford for a discussion on how AI is moving beyond hype to deliver measurable gains in mortgage operations, borrower experience, and loan officer productivity, while reshaping how forward-looking lenders reengineer their processes for the next phase of industry transformation. And we close by examining inflation at the wholesale level. Welcome 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. Today’s podcast is brought to you by nCino. As conversations kick off this week at nSight 2026, mortgage professionals are exploring the technologies and strategies redefining origination experiences and transforming lead-to-loan economics. The nCino Mortgage Suite — Mortgage Point of Sale, Mortgage Analytics, and Incentive Compensation — helps lenders connect operations, insights, and borrower engagement in one modern platform. Learn more at nCino.com/mortgage.

    20 min
  5. 5.12.26 Big Players Ball; Truework's Ethan Winchell on Verifications; CPI Prints Hot

    6D AGO

    5.12.26 Big Players Ball; Truework's Ethan Winchell on Verifications; CPI Prints Hot

    In today’s episode, we go through what sort of profitability and volume some of the larger players in the mortgage industry are doing. Plus, Robbie sits down with Truework’s Ethan Winchell for a discussion on how rising income volatility is reshaping homebuyer eligibility and what lenders must do to adapt to a more complex and less predictable income landscape. And we close by examining the latest inflation figures, which came in hot. Welcome 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. Today’s podcast is brought to you by nCino. As conversations kick off this week at nSight 2026, mortgage professionals are exploring the technologies and strategies redefining origination experiences and transforming lead-to-loan economics. The nCino Mortgage Suite — Mortgage Point of Sale, Mortgage Analytics, and Incentive Compensation — helps lenders connect operations, insights, and borrower engagement in one modern platform. Learn more at nCino.com/mortgage.

    26 min
  6. 5.11.26 Conference Previews and Chatter; Eris Innovations' Geoffrey Sharp on Hedging Non-Agency; Payrolls Reaction

    MAY 11

    5.11.26 Conference Previews and Chatter; Eris Innovations' Geoffrey Sharp on Hedging Non-Agency; Payrolls Reaction

    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, and basis risk. And we close by examining reaction to non-farm payrolls as it pertains to U.S. economic growth. Welcome 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. Today’s podcast is brought to you by nCino. As the mortgage industry prepares for nSight 2026 this week, lenders are looking for new ways to work more efficiently and intelligently across the homeownership journey. The nCino Mortgage Suite — including Mortgage Point of Sale, Mortgage Analytics, and Incentive Compensation — helps unite the people, systems, and stages of modern mortgage lending. Learn more at nCino.com/mortgage.

    29 min
  7. 5.8.26 Prepayment Primer; Digital Risk’s Kim Lanham on Market Dynamics; April Nonfarm Payrolls

    MAY 8

    5.8.26 Prepayment Primer; Digital Risk’s Kim Lanham on Market Dynamics; April Nonfarm Payrolls

    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 lending. And we close by examining how nonfarm payrolls impact mortgage rates. Welcome 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. Thank you to FirstClose, which provides fintech solutions to HELOC and mortgage lenders nationwide. Their home equity lending platform accelerates the home equity lending process, reducing application to closing times from 45 days to less than ten.

    28 min
  8. 5.7.26 Earnings and Volumes; FirstClose's Dan Kellett on Seamless Experience; Powell Respective

    MAY 7

    5.7.26 Earnings and Volumes; FirstClose's Dan Kellett on Seamless Experience; Powell Respective

    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 Chairman Jerome Powell's tenure as it winds to a close. Welcome 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. Thank you to FirstClose, which provides fintech solutions to HELOC and mortgage lenders nationwide. Their home equity lending platform accelerates the home equity lending process, reducing application to closing times from 45 days to less than ten.

    19 min
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The Chrisman Commentary podcast provides daily insights into the mortgage industry, covering market trends, capital markets, and regulatory changes. Hosted by Robbie Chrisman, each episode delivers expert analysis and industry perspectives on the forces shaping housing finance. Whether it’s mortgage rates, lending news, or economic shifts, the podcast offers a clear, concise breakdown of the most important developments. More at www.chrismancommentary.com.

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