On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler is joined by Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami to talk about the new home sales report and where homebuilders are as we head into the spring homebuying season. Related to this episode: Optimism spreads after new home sales climb in December Homebuilders still need lower mortgage rates Enjoy the episode! Gathering of Eagles will bring together the nation's top residential real estate CEOs, Presidents, and C-Level leadership teams to grow, network, and...
Jan 30, 2023•26 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler is joined by Managing Editor James Kleimann to talk about CoStar’s interest in buying Realtor.com , the one-day mortgage program launched by Better.com , and the move by one of the top-performing teams at LoanDepot to Revolution Mortgage. Related to this episode: CoStar’s rumored $3B deal for Realtor.com “seems a little low,” Spencer Rascoff says Digital lender Better.com rolls out “one-day mortgage” program A top producing loanDepot team heads t...
Jan 27, 2023•34 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Logan Mohtashami about the positive trend in purchase application data, which started on Nov. 9, and how the most recent data shows a clear stabilization in the market. Related to this episode: Housing Market Tracker: Purchase apps jump 25% As mortgage rates decline, the mantra is ‘no buyers left behind’ Enjoy the episode! Gathering of Eagles will bring together the nation's top residential real estate CEOs, Presidents, and C-Level lea...
Jan 26, 2023•33 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Managing Editor James Kleimann about layoffs at Rocket, pricing strategies at UWM and how lenders are reacting to changes in loan level pricing adjustment fees . Related to this episode: Rocket eliminates about 50 jobs in its second round of layoffs for 2023 UWM gave brokers big discounts to play with. It could be risky The mortgage industry is nervous about LLPA fee changes Enjoy the episode! Gathering of Eagles will bring together th...
Jan 25, 2023•37 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Chris Clow, editor of Reverse Mortgage Daily, about the latest reverse news, including how reverse originators are working to fill their pipeline right now. Related to this episode: Reverse pros talk shop on keeping business moving in 2023 AZ bill could wipe out property taxes for some, but not reverse borrowers Enjoy the episode! The HousingWire Daily podcast examines the most compelling articles reported across HW Media. Each morning...
Jan 24, 2023•28 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami on housing inventory going below 1 million, and what the latest economic data means for a recession. Related to this episode: Housing inventory under 1M again as sales collapse Enjoy the episode! Be sure to check out our Youtube channel here for special behind-the-scenes content and video versions of HW Media podcasts! The HousingWire Daily podcast examines the most compelling articles reported across HW M...
Jan 23, 2023•34 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Senior Reporter Bill Conroy about the market for mortgage servicing rights and how the rumor that Wells Fargo may be preparing a huge series of MSR offerings is affecting that market. Related to this episode: Rumors of mega-MSR offerings from Wells Fargo stir market Enjoy the episode! Be sure to check out our Youtube channel here for special behind-the-scenes content and video versions of HW Media podcasts! The HousingWire Daily podcas...
Jan 20, 2023•25 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about positive news from the purchase application data, builder’s confidence numbers and of course, mortgage rates. Related to this episode: Homebuilder sentiment finally perks up as mortgage rates drop Lower mortgage rates, higher inventory boost demand for home loans Enjoy the episode! Be sure to check out our Youtube channel here for special behind-the-scenes content and video versions of HW Media podca...
Jan 19, 2023•32 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Editorial Director Tracey Velt about expanding the ranks of black real estate agents, when it makes sense for an agent to hire an assistant and Ryan Serhant’s advice to new agents. HW Media articles related to this episode: NAREB’s Lydia Pope on creating Black generational wealth through homeownership Ryan Serhant on managing your 2023 finances Real estate coach Donna Stott on hiring an assistant Enjoy the episode! Be sure to check out...
Jan 18, 2023•28 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Brittany Hodak , a keynote speaker, entrepreneur and marketer who founded the Superfan company in 2011, which has a client list of hundreds of brands including Walmart, Amazon, Katy Perry, Disney, the Boston Red Sox and much more. Brittany talks all about designing a customer journey with intention and shares some thoughtful advice on how to build your brand. HW Media articles related to this episode: Master Class: How to become an exp...
Jan 17, 2023•36 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about how mortgage rates have followed inflation lower and the soft landing we could see for housing. HW Media articles related to this episode: Mortgage rates have peaked along with inflation Housing Market Tracker: A notable drop in inventory Enjoy the episode! Be sure to check out our Youtube channel here for special behind-the-scenes content and video versions of HW Media podcasts! The HousingWire Dail...
Jan 16, 2023•31 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Managing Editor James Kleimann about Wells Fargo exiting the correspondent channel and what that means for the overall mortgage market. HW Media articles related to this episode: Wells Fargo closes correspondent biz, will shrink servicing portfolio Some lenders won’t survive the purchase mortgage market of 2022 Enjoy the episode! Be sure to check out our Youtube channel here for special behind-the-scenes content and video versions of H...
Jan 13, 2023•31 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about housing inventory, mortgage rates, and where he expects inflation to go. HW Media articles related to this episode: Housing Market Tracker: A notable drop in inventory The case for mortgage rates to fall in 2023 Enjoy the episode! Be sure to check out our Youtube channel here for special behind-the-scenes content and video versions of HW Media podcasts! The HousingWire Daily podcast examines the most...
Jan 12, 2023•34 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Editor Angela Leicht about the lawsuits workers have brought against loanDepot and Rocket, as well as the products programs lenders are rolling out in 2023. HW Media articles related to this episode: Rocket Mortgage affiliate restructures marketing team, imposes layoffs Bankers sue Rocket for allegedly failing to pay overtime wages Rocket rolls out new initiative with $0 credit report fees for brokers loanDepot targeted by lawsuit alle...
Jan 11, 2023•21 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Bob Broeksmit , the president and CEO of the Mortgage Bankers Association. Bob has more than 35 years of experience in the mortgage industry, including serving in senior leadership positions at Treliant, Chevy Chase Bank and Prudential Mortgage. Today he joins the show to talk about the state of the mortgage industry going into 2023. Enjoy the episode! Be sure to check out our Youtube channel here for special behind-the-scenes content ...
Jan 10, 2023•43 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the latest jobs data and how that affects the chances for a recession this year. The two also discuss what the Fed can do to ensure a soft landing for the economy. HW Media articles related to this episode: What a strong jobs report means for the housing market Logan Mohtashami’s 2023 housing market forecast Enjoy the episode! HousingWire Daily examines the most compelling articles reported across HW...
Jan 09, 2023•34 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Managing Editor James Kleimann about 2023 housing forecasts and what’s happening at some big — and not so big — lenders, including Rocket, Finance of America, Go Mortgage, PrimeLending and more. The two also discuss how top LOs plan to beat the odds in 2023 HW Media articles related to this episode: How top LOs plan to beat the odds in 2023 The looming housing market recession Rocket Mortgage launches program for underserved borrowers ...
Jan 06, 2023•32 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about his much-anticipated 2023 forecast. HW Media articles related to this episode: Housing Market Tracker: Inventory falls again Comparing this housing market recession to 2008 Logan Mohtashami’s 2023 housing market forecast Enjoy the episode! HousingWire Daily examines the most compelling articles reported across HW Media. Each morning, we provide our listeners with a deeper look into the stories coming...
Jan 05, 2023•37 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Tracey Velt, editorial director of RealTrends, about how brokers and agents are responding to the multiple lawsuits regarding commissions. HW Media articles related to this episode: Are you prepping for worst-case commission lawsuit outcomes? BrokerPulse Q1 2023: What commission lawsuits? Enjoy the episode! HousingWire Daily examines the most compelling articles reported across HW Media. Each morning, we provide our listeners with a de...
Jan 04, 2023•27 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the macroeconomic factors that have influenced housing over the last three years, including demographics, COVID, mortgage rates, inventory and inflation. HW Media articles related to this episode: 5 indicators that will show when the housing market is rebounding from COVID-19 End of forbearance programs won’t result in housing crash The housing market is now savagely unhealthy Sixth recession red fla...
Jan 02, 2023•32 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Editor Angelica Leicht about mortgage rates and what the industry’s two top-producing LOs are doing to win in this down market. HW Media articles related to this episode: Mortgage rates are falling. How low can they go in 2023? Record mortgage rates killed existing home sales in November How Shant Banosian, America’s top LO, is on track to clear $1B in 2022 Top LO Thuan Nguyen is reinventing himself in 2023 Enjoy the episode! HousingWi...
Dec 30, 2022•25 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Kevin Peranio, chief lending officer at PRMG, on why he's bullish on the mortgage business going into 2023, and what loan officers can do right now to make it a great year. HW Media articles related to this episode: Inflation slows to 7.1% in November, a boost for the housing market Enjoy the episode! HousingWire Daily examines the most compelling articles reported across HW Media. Each morning, we provide our listeners with a deeper l...
Dec 29, 2022•37 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Alicia DeLashmutt, founder of Cathedral Park Cohousing in Portland, Oregon, about building an inclusive and diverse co-housing community in the middle of a high-priced urban area. HW Media articles related to this episode: Homebuyers are extremely pessimistic about the housing market Enjoy the episode! HousingWire Daily examines the most compelling articles reported across HW Media. Each morning, we provide our listeners with a deeper ...
Dec 28, 2022•33 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Brian Covey, who left loanDepot for Revolution Mortgage, about the boutique lender’s model and how he thinks LOs and brokers can succeed in this market. HW Media articles related to this episode: loanDepot VP Brian Covey moves to Revolution How boutique lender Revolution Mortgage plans its expansion Enjoy the episode! HousingWire Daily examines the most compelling articles reported across HW Media. Each morning, we provide our listener...
Dec 27, 2022•34 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about new home sales, inflation data, whether we can avoid a recession and what the Fed should do next. HW Media articles related to this episode: Have we found the bottom in existing home sales? Cooler inflation data sends mortgage rates lower Enjoy the episode! HousingWire Daily examines the most compelling articles reported across HW Media. Each morning, we provide our listeners with a deeper look into ...
Dec 26, 2022•33 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lesley Collins, award program manager at HW Media, to talk about the winners of our Tech Trendsetters award and preview the Tech100 program. We highlight winners from CoreLogic, Pacaso, Promontory Mortgage Path, Black Knight, Clarifire, PennyMac, HouseCanary, ICE and Boston National Title Agency. HW Media articles related to this episode: Introducing the 2022 HW Tech Trendsetters! Enjoy the episode! HousingWire Daily examines the most ...
Dec 23, 2022•23 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about purchase application data and the positive trend we’re seeing in several housing data lines. HW Media articles related to this episode: Lower mortgage rates, higher demand lead to optimism for late 2023 Housing completion data is positive news for housing market Enjoy the episode! HousingWire Daily examines the most compelling articles reported across HW Media. Each morning, we provide our listeners ...
Dec 22, 2022•33 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Managing Editor James Kleimann about Rocket Mortgage and its parent company’s diversification into real estate services, personal loans, used cars and rooftop solar systems as part of its long-term strategy to win consumers. HW Media articles related to this episode: Higher mortgage rates exposed Rocket’s vulnerability — can it prove itself as a fintech? Enjoy the episode! HousingWire Daily examines the most compelling articles reporte...
Dec 21, 2022•30 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler is joined by Maleesa Smith, managing editor of content solutions, to talk about tech solutions that reach consumers with the right message at the right time, and the strategies and mindset that will help loan officers and brokers succeed in this market. HW Media articles related to this episode: How to reach the growing segment of Hispanic American homebuyers in 2023 Getting ahead of a turbulent market with consumer data How LOs and brokers shoul...
Dec 20, 2022•27 min
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about what happened last week — from inflation to the Fed hiking rates to mortgage rates falling. HW Media articles related to this episode: Fed’s 50 bps rate hike could trigger falling mortgage rates Cooler inflation data sends mortgage rates lower Enjoy the episode! HousingWire Daily examines the most compelling articles reported across HW Media. Each morning, we provide our listeners with a deeper look ...
Dec 19, 2022•32 min
