We've got a Hot Topic interview this week that is sure to be an inspiration for everyone! For anyone in the mortgage industry (and even for those outside of this industry) this is a must listen-to interview that you won't want to miss! Our guest this week is Casey Crawford, Movement Mortgage CEO | Movement Bank Chairman. He'll be on the podcast to discuss the extraordinary journey that has brought Movement Mortgage from zero to becoming the 8th largest lender in the nation! Topics Covered in thi...
Jul 01, 2019•32 min•Season 1Ep. 90
As usual, the first half of the program will feature Joe Farr providing you a rate & market update, followed by Les Parker’s Market-Logics Live, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. Next is Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative update followed by Allen Pollack giving us a Tech Report of the latest technology impacting our industry. Then we wrap up the first half the program with Andy Schell, a/k/a “Profit Doctor” sharing ideas on how to...
Jul 01, 2019•31 min
The first half of the Lykken on Lending program will start with Rob VanRaaphorst and his MBA Mortgage Minute. Next up is Les Parker’s TMSpotlight, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. Then we have Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative update followed by Allen Pollack giving us a Tech Report of the latest technology impacting our industry. To wrap up the first half the program we have Andy Schell, a/k/a “Profit Doctor” sharing ideas on how t...
Jun 24, 2019•40 min
Have you considered taking action with one of the hottest growing trends in the mortgage industry? It's certainly something that nearly all mortgage professionals are talking about! In today's Hot Topic segment we've got Vince Parlove, Director of Wholesale Development at United Wholesale Mortgage, as our guest to talk about this growing channel in the mortgage industry! Vince Parlove started his career right out of college with The Associates Financial Services as an Account Representative. His...
Jun 24, 2019•28 min•Season 1Ep. 89
In this special Father's Day episode of Lykken on Lending, David Lykken will be interviewing Chris George, Founder, President and CEO of CMG Financial. Christopher M. George has spent three decades cultivating an organization capable of sustaining and thriving through cyclical market fluctuations. He accomplished this through responsible risk management while identifying and capitalizing on key emerging markets. George prioritizes regulatory compliance and champions industry and consumer advocac...
Jun 17, 2019•39 min•Season 1Ep. 88
The first half of the Lykken on Lending program will start with Rob VanRaaphorst and his MBA Mortgage Minute. Next up is Les Parker’s TMSpotlight, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. Then we have Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative update followed by Allen Pollack giving us a Tech Report of the latest technology impacting our industry. To wrap up the first half the program we have Andy Schell, a/k/a “Profit Doctor” sharing ideas on how t...
Jun 17, 2019•36 min
In this episode of Lykken on Lending we continue on with a discussion with our regular guests on various Hot Topics affecting the mortgage industry, including leadership, 360 management, and technology. Some of the topics in this discussion will cover: Planning for the future of the mortgage industryCustomer service and how it affects your bottom-lineBuilding relationships that last through various mortgage cycles As usual, the first half of the program will feature Joe Farr providing you a rate...
Jun 10, 2019•36 min•Season 1Ep. 87
The first half of the Lykken on Lending program will start with Rob VanRaaphorst and his MBA Mortgage Minute. Next up is Les Parker’s TMSpotlight, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. Then we have Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative update followed by Allen Pollack giving us a Tech Report of the latest technology impacting our industry. To wrap up the first half the program we have Andy Schell, a/k/a “Profit Doctor” sharing ideas on how t...
Jun 10, 2019•37 min
The first half of the Lykken on Lending program will start with Rob VanRaaphorst and his MBA Mortgage Minute. Next up is Les Parker’s TMSpotlight, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. Then we have Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative update followed by Allen Pollack giving us a Tech Report of the latest technology impacting our industry. To wrap up the first half the program we have Andy Schell, a/k/a “Profit Doctor” sharing ideas on how t...
Jun 03, 2019•28 min
In this episode of Lykken on Lending we have a discussion planned with our regular guests on various Hot Topics affecting the mortgage industry, including leadership, 360 management, and technology. Some of the topics in this discussion will cover: Planning for the future of the mortgage industryCustomer service and how it affects your bottom-lineBuilding relationships that last through various mortgage cycles As usual, the first half of the program will feature Joe Farr providing you a rate &am...
Jun 03, 2019•37 min•Season 1Ep. 86
In this episode of Lykken on Lending we've got a special Memorial Day episode that will focus on industry trends happening in the mortgage industry. After attending the MBA Secondary Conference this past week, David Lykken will provide his perspective and some of the key takeaways that he got while attending the conference and meeting other mortgage industry professionals. The MBA's National Secondary Market Conference and Expo is one of the largest opportunities to network and meet key decision...
May 27, 2019•46 min•Season 1Ep. 85
In this episode of Lykken on Lending we have Brenda Clem and Jack Nunnery in our Hot Topic segment discussing key components for lenders when it comes to the adoption and the readiness assessment for digital solutions and eNotes. Brenda B. Clem, CMB Pavaso, Executive Vice President Capital Markets & Blockchain Brenda is the Executive Vice President of Capital Markets at Pavaso, a division of Old Republic Title where she is the business lead for the Capital Markets/Blockchain initiative. Prev...
May 20, 2019•1 hr 7 min
The first half of the Lykken on Lending program will start with Rob VanRaaphorst and his MBA Mortgage Minute. Next up is Les Parker’s TMSpotlight, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. Then we have Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative update followed by Allen Pollack giving us a Tech Report of the latest technology impacting our industry. To wrap up the first half the program we have Andy Schell, a/k/a “Profit Doctor” sharing ideas on how t...
May 20, 2019•33 min
In this special Mother's Day episode of Lykken on Lending we have 2 Hot Topic interviews for you: Marcia Davies and her daughter Emily Davies as well as Jason Frazier and his mother, Marilyn Richardson. Marcia Davies is the Chief Operating Officer and Founder of mPower at Mortgage Bankers Association. Her daughter, Emily Davies, is the Senior Customer Relationship Manager for Freddie Mac. Jason Frazier specializes in Real Estate & Mortgage Marketing, Social Media, Technology, and Branding fo...
May 16, 2019•32 min
In this special Mother's Day episode of Lykken on Lending we have 2 Hot Topic interviews for you: Marcia Davies and her daughter Emily Davies as well as Jason Frazier and his mother, Marilyn Richardson. Marcia Davies is the Chief Operating Officer and Founder of mPower at Mortgage Bankers Association. Her daughter, Emily Davies, is the Senior Customer Relationship Manager for Freddie Mac. Jason Frazier specializes in Real Estate & Mortgage Marketing, Social Media, Technology, and Branding fo...
May 13, 2019•1 hr 44 min•Season 1Ep. 82
In this episode of Lykken on Lending we have Barrett Burns, President and CEO of VantageScore Solutions as our guest in the Hot Topic segment. Barrett Burns is president and chief executive officer (CEO) of VantageScore Solutions, LLC, an independently managed joint venture of the three national credit reporting companies, Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, and the company behind the VantageScore® consumer credit scoring model. Prior to joining VantageScore as CEO during its formation in 2006, he...
May 06, 2019•35 min
In this episode of Lykken on Lending we have Barrett Burns, President and CEO of VantageScore Solutions as our guest in the Hot Topic segment. Barrett Burns is president and chief executive officer (CEO) of VantageScore Solutions, LLC, an independently managed joint venture of the three national credit reporting companies, Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, and the company behind the VantageScore® consumer credit scoring model. Prior to joining VantageScore as CEO during its formation in 2006, he...
May 06, 2019•29 min•Season 1Ep. 81
In this episode of Lykken on Lending we have Dr. Alan Barnard in our Hot Topic segment for a conversation about the Theory of Constraint and how it applies to the mortgage industry. "Whether you believe you can do something or can't do something... you're right." Dr. Alan Barnard is one of the world’s leading Decision Scientist and Theory of Constraints’ experts. Alan, a serial entrepreneur, is the Founder and CEO of Goldratt Research Labs, a company he co-founded in 2008 together with Dr. Eli G...
Apr 29, 2019•35 min
In this episode of Lykken on Lending we have Dr. Alan Barnard in our Hot Topic segment for a conversation about the Theory of Constraint and how it applies to the mortgage industry. "Whether you believe you can do something or can't do something... you're right." Dr. Alan Barnard is one of the world’s leading Decision Scientist and Theory of Constraints’ experts. Alan, a serial entrepreneur, is the Founder and CEO of Goldratt Research Labs, a company he co-founded in 2008 together with Dr. Eli G...
Apr 29, 2019•30 min•Season 1Ep. 80
In this episode of Lykken on Lending we have Michael Fratantoni in our Hot Topic segment. Michael Fratantoni Chief Economist, Senior Vice President, Research and Industry Technology Mortgage Bankers Association Michael Fratantoni is MBA's Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of Research and Industry Technology. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing MBA's industry surveys, benchmarking studies, economic and mortgage originations forecasts, industry technology efforts, and policy dev...
Apr 22, 2019•40 min
In this episode of Lykken on Lending we have Michael Fratantoni in our Hot Topic segment. Michael Fratantoni Chief Economist, Senior Vice President, Research and Industry Technology Mortgage Bankers Association Michael Fratantoni is MBA's Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of Research and Industry Technology. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing MBA's industry surveys, benchmarking studies, economic and mortgage originations forecasts, industry technology efforts, and policy dev...
Apr 22, 2019•27 min•Season 1Ep. 79
In this episode of Lykken on Lending we have Gabe Minton as our guest in the Hot Topic segment! Gabe Minton, EVP/CIO Guild Mortgage Gabe Minton joined Guild Mortgage in 2017 and leads its growing technology and information strategy, positioning the company for future growth. This includes developing next generation platforms and services to continue to enhance Guild’s customer experience and maximize operational efficiencies. Gabe has more than 25 years of experience in leadership roles with mor...
Apr 15, 2019•34 min
In this episode of Lykken on Lending we have Gabe Minton as our guest in the Hot Topic segment! Gabe Minton, EVP/CIO Guild Mortgage Gabe Minton joined Guild Mortgage in 2017 and leads its growing technology and information strategy, positioning the company for future growth. This includes developing next generation platforms and services to continue to enhance Guild’s customer experience and maximize operational efficiencies. Gabe has more than 25 years of experience in leadership roles with mor...
Apr 15, 2019•35 min•Season 1Ep. 78
The first half of the Lykken on Lending program each week features Joe Farr providing you a rate & market update, followed by Les Parker’s Market-Logics Live, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. Next is Alice Alvey of Union Home Mortgage providing a regulatory & legislative update followed by Allen Pollack giving us a Tech Report of the latest technology impacting our industry. Then we wrap up the first half the program with Andy Schell, a/k/a “Profit Doctor” ...
Apr 09, 2019•34 min
In our Hot Topic segment on April 8th we'll have Tom Hutchens with us talking about the growth of the non-QM loans and how these types of loans have been expanding across the mortgage industry. Tom is Executive Vice President of Production for Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions, an Atlanta-based wholesale and correspondent lender leading the non-QM space for five years and licensed in 44 states. Tom has over 18 years of experience in leading sales for a wholesale and correspondent lending platform wit...
Apr 08, 2019•30 min•Season 1Ep. 77
The first half of the Lykken on Lending program each week features Joe Farr providing you a rate & market update, followed by Les Parker’s Market-Logics Live, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. Next is Alice Alvey of Union Home Mortgage providing a regulatory & legislative update followed by Allen Pollack giving us a Tech Report of the latest technology impacting our industry. Then we wrap up the first half the program with Andy Schell, a/k/a “Profit Doctor” ...
Apr 01, 2019•45 min
In this episode of Lykken on Lending we're happy to welcome Laura Brandao, President of American Financial Resources to focus on a discussion of the shift taking place in the mortgage industry and how the rise of the Mortgage Broker is developing. Laura Brandao’s vision of bringing families home has become the foundation of the culture at AFR. For the past 11 years she has developed a mindset within the company to make it the personal responsibility of each employee to bring the families of AFR’...
Apr 01, 2019•35 min•Season 1Ep. 76
The first half of the Lykken on Lending program features Joe Farr providing you a rate & market update, followed by Les Parker’s Market-Logics Live, a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. Next is Alice Alvey of Union Home Mortgage providing a regulatory & legislative update followed by Allen Pollack giving us a Tech Report of the latest technology impacting our industry. Then we wrap up the first half the program with Andy Schell, a/k/a “Profit Doctor” sharing id...
Mar 25, 2019•39 min
If you’ve been tracking along with the latest developments in Artificial Intelligence technology you’ve likely heard of the implementation of AI software for marketing, sales and customer success. It’s a growing Hot Topic, and that’s why we’ve got Roman Vinfield, President of AI Assist powered by Conversica here today to discuss what this could do for the mortgage industry. Comprised of conversational, human-like Artificial Intelligence innovation, AI Assist’s suite of solutions is powered by Co...
Mar 25, 2019•33 min•Season 1Ep. 75
In this episode of Lykken on Lending we have Ari Gross, CEO of Softworks AI here talking about Artificial Intelligence as it applies to the Mortgage Industry. The interview between David Lykken and Ari Gross begins with a perspective from Ari on where Artificial Intelligence started, how it's developed, and how it can be applicable to mortgage lenders and bankers in order to bring a great ROI. SoftWorks AI is dedicated to helping businesses enhance operational efficiency by providing state-of-th...
Mar 18, 2019•38 min
