Chris Bixby and Jodi Hall of Rice Park Capital talks about their strategic investing in technology within the mortgage and real estate ecosystem. They discuss the concept of investing in gaps, which refers to identifying areas of inefficiency and applying technology to improve operational efficiency, compliance, and revenue generation. They also explore the broad term of PropTech, which encompasses technology that provides services to the property ownership ecosystem. Chris and Jodi Hall emphasi...
May 22, 2024•52 min
Jennifer Martinez, a top loan officer, shares her journey and passion for changing lives through getting their first home. She emphasizes the importance of caring for clients and the joy of helping them achieve their dreams of homeownership. Jennifer also discusses the role of technology, specifically Angel AI, in streamlining the loan origination process and improving efficiency. She highlights the need for human connection and reassurance in such an important transaction. Jennifer's success is...
May 21, 2024•44 min
The Lykken on Lending program will feature our Weekly Mortgage Updates with Adam DeSanctis and his MBA Mortgage Minute , and then Les Parker’s TMSpotlight , a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. That leads to Matt Graham of MBS Live providing you a rate & market update , followed by David Kittle , Chief Executive Officer @ Cypress Mortgage Capital, to discuss mortgage originations. Then we have Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative updat...
May 21, 2024•51 min
Today we dive deep into the world of top producers in the mortgage industry. It’s always amazing to connect with individuals who not only excel regardless of market conditions but also redefine success in their field. Today, we are thrilled to host Nancy Bayat, she is the Co-Founder of Amerify and has led her team to become the number one team at Emortgage Capital for three consecutive years. What sets Nancy apart isn’t just the impressive $4 billion she has funded but also her innovative approa...
May 15, 2024•18 min
Experience.com helps businesses enhance their online visibility and improve search engine rankings by leveraging Google's algorithm in several strategic ways. Through these strategies, they effectively utilizes the intricacies of the Google algorithm to boost their clients' SEO efforts, helping them to gain better visibility, drive traffic, and ultimately increase conversions through enhanced online presence and reputation management. Today, we have Scott Harris, CEO of Experience.com to share a...
May 14, 2024•34 min
The Lykken on Lending program will feature our Weekly Mortgage Updates with Adam DeSanctis and his MBA Mortgage Minute , and then Les Parker’s TMSpotlight , a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. That leads to Matt Graham of MBS Live providing you a rate & market update , followed by David Kittle , Chief Executive Officer @ Cypress Mortgage Capital, to discuss mortgage originations. Then we have Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative updat...
May 14, 2024•52 min
Allen Pollack , Chief Operating Officer, Tech Consultant Allen Pollack, a Mortgage & Financial Services Technology Advisor, is a subject matter expert in the mortgage origination process along with software product management and software development. In today’s financial services push to all things Digital, Allen has been helping lenders and financial services solution providers align their digital transformation and technology strategies by removing the human element of risk, and automatin...
May 09, 2024•5 min
Matt began as an originator in 2002. He fell in love with the idea of following MBS in real-time but felt that existing products were only scratching the surface. Thus was born MBS Live in 2007, the first-of-its-kind platform with real-time market data/analysis, and live chat with analysts, traders, and originators around the country. He is currently the Founder and CEO of MBS Live! He's been covering bond/mortgage markets, writing commentary, alerts, and chatting with the live community every b...
May 09, 2024•6 min
In this week’s episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Mike Fratantoni, the Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of Research and Industry Technology at the Mortgage Bankers Association. Mike’s insights provided a comprehensive look at the Mortgage forecast on the origination dollar volume, unit increase, headcounts, and the effect of AI technology.
May 07, 2024•41 min
The Lykken on Lending program will feature our Weekly Mortgage Updates with Adam DeSanctis and his MBA Mortgage Minute , and then Les Parker’s TMSpotlight , a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. That leads to Matt Graham of MBS Live providing you a rate & market update , followed by David Kittle , Chief Executive Officer @ Cypress Mortgage Capital, to discuss mortgage originations. Then we have Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative updat...
May 06, 2024•55 min
Hi, I'm Adam DeSanctis. This is the Mortgage Minute, the latest news from the Mortgage Bankers Association. Last week, the CFPB published a spring edition of its supervisory highlights focused solely on mortgage servicing. The Bureau's report generally highlights improper assessments of fees and violations of the loss mitigation process and covers examinations that were completed by the Bureau from April 1st of last year through December 31st. Most of the findings appear to involve minor infract...
May 03, 2024•1 min
We are diving into the dynamic world of lending and financial institutions. From traditional banks to innovative fintech companies, the lending landscape is constantly evolving, shaped by changing market trends and technological advancements. In today's episode, we'll explore the latest trends among lenders in today's current market. From the rise of digital lending platforms to the increasing demand for personalized financial solutions, lenders are navigating a landscape that's both challenging...
May 02, 2024•25 min
The Bears Ask, "Have You Ever Seen The Rain?" ----------------------------- Parker told us long ago There's a calm before the storm He knows Last week, stagflation appeared in the GDP data, with slowing growth and rising inflation. As a result, the 10-year yield hit our bear target of 4.71. Jimmy Carter sacrificially appointed Paul Volcker to slay inflation. Despite talking heads, it’s not the 1970s. Jay Powell's credibility projects confidence that the Fed will lower rates prudently. However, G...
May 01, 2024•1 min
The Lykken on Lending program will feature our Weekly Mortgage Updates with Adam DeSanctis and his MBA Mortgage Minute , and then Les Parker’s TMSpotlight , a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. That leads to Matt Graham of MBS Live providing you a rate & market update , followed by David Kittle , Chief Executive Officer @ Cypress Mortgage Capital, to discuss mortgage originations. Then we have Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative updat...
Apr 29, 2024•44 min
Today we're diving into a critical topic that affects countless homeowners and lenders alike: Mortgage Lending Fraud and Money Laundering. This is apparently on the rise when volume is down. In this episode, we'll explore the various forms of mortgage fraud, how these schemes work, the red flags to watch out for, and most importantly, how you can protect yourself from falling victim to such deceptive practices and learn how your mortgage company can do this even on a budget. Joining us today is ...
Apr 24, 2024•30 min
Allen Pollack , Chief Operating Officer, Tech Consultant Allen Pollack, a Mortgage & Financial Services Technology Advisor, is a subject matter expert in the mortgage origination process along with software product management and software development. In today’s financial services push to all things Digital, Allen has been helping lenders and financial services solution providers align their digital transformation and technology strategies by removing the human element of risk, and automatin...
Apr 23, 2024•8 min
Alice Alvey , Master CMB Vice President Partner Education and Training at Union Home Mortgage She handles development of their World Class Training program designed to support UHM partners and organizational effectiveness. Prior to UHM, Alice served as Senior Vice President at Indecomm leading the Indecomm-Mortgage U division, Internal QA and Compliance and SaaS technologies. Indecomm acquired Mortgage U in 2013, where Alice was President/Co-founder, providing training and consulting since 1996....
Apr 23, 2024•9 min
David G. Kittle, CMB is a highly respected leader in the mortgage industry, with over 45 years of experience. He is the Co-Founder and Chairman of The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), a mortgage lending cooperative providing members with access to resources and tools to improve their business operations. Kittle began his mortgage banking career with American Fletcher Mortgage Company as a top-producing loan officer in 1978 moving to the management side in 1986 with Southmark Mortgage. He opened Ass...
Apr 23, 2024•2 min
Matt began as an originator in 2002. He fell in love with the idea of following MBS in real-time but felt that existing products were only scratching the surface. Thus was born MBS Live in 2007, the first-of-its-kind platform with real-time market data/analysis, and live chat with analysts, traders, and originators around the country. He is currently the Founder and CEO of MBS Live! He's been covering bond/mortgage markets, writing commentary, alerts, and chatting with the live community every b...
Apr 23, 2024•4 min
04-22-2024 Rattle Rates and Do "The Twist" ---------------------------- Come on, Jay Powell. Let's do the twist. Come on, Yellen. Let's do the twist. Data continue to confound the Fed and Treasury. Easy money and free-spending lead to the pain of persistent inflation. Now, tight money constraints growth and hastens deficits, so rates go around and around. The key resistance in the 10-year yield remains at 4.71, 4.80, and 5.01. Alternatively, the supports are 4.49, 4.33, and 4.18. Uncertainty and...
Apr 23, 2024•1 min
Adam DeSanctis , Director of Public Affairs at Mortgage Bankers Association As 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 widely considered to be an expert in a variety of communications, including advocacy, brand, executive, crisis, grassroots, and social media. In his career, he has been the MBA spokesperson on a wide variety of real estate research and advocacy-relat...
Apr 23, 2024•2 min
Show notes: TMSpotlight: 04-22-2024 Rattle Rates and Do "The Twist" ---------------------------- Come on, Jay Powell. Let's do the twist. Come on, Yellen. Let's do the twist. Data continue to confound the Fed and Treasury. Easy money and free-spending lead to the pain of persistent inflation. Now, tight money constraints growth and hastens deficits, so rates go around and around. The key resistance in the 10-year yield remains at 4.71, 4.80, and 5.01. Alternatively, the supports are 4.49, 4.33, ...
Apr 22, 2024•48 min
Allen Pollack , Chief Operating Officer, Tech Consultant Allen Pollack, a Mortgage & Financial Services Technology Advisor, is a subject matter expert in the mortgage origination process along with software product management and software development. In today’s financial services push to all things Digital, Allen has been helping lenders and financial services solution providers align their digital transformation and technology strategies by removing the human element of risk, and automatin...
Apr 16, 2024•14 min
Alice Alvey , Master CMB Vice President Partner Education and Training at Union Home Mortgage She handles development of their World Class Training program designed to support UHM partners and organizational effectiveness. Prior to UHM, Alice served as Senior Vice President at Indecomm leading the Indecomm-Mortgage U division, Internal QA and Compliance and SaaS technologies. Indecomm acquired Mortgage U in 2013, where Alice was President/Co-founder, providing training and consulting since 1996....
Apr 16, 2024•3 min
Matt began as an originator in 2002. He fell in love with the idea of following MBS in real-time but felt that existing products were only scratching the surface. Thus was born MBS Live in 2007, the first-of-its-kind platform with real-time market data/analysis, and live chat with analysts, traders, and originators around the country. He is currently the Founder and CEO of MBS Live! He's been covering bond/mortgage markets, writing commentary, alerts, and chatting with the live community every b...
Apr 16, 2024•5 min
04-15-2024 "Everybody's Talking At Me" Bears Listen to the "Conflict Conversation" ------------------------------- Everybody's Talkin' at Bonds. They don't hear a word they're sayin' Only the echoes of bears’ minds. The US, king of deficit-spending, continues to see sticky inflation, with the long-term expectation at 3%. Meanwhile, its dependent prince, the EU, sees slipping wages and inflation. So, the ECB is expected to ease in June. Unless the conflict in Gaza becomes an overt war between Ira...
Apr 16, 2024•1 min
Adam DeSanctis , Director of Public Affairs at Mortgage Bankers Association As 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 widely considered to be an expert in a variety of communications, including advocacy, brand, executive, crisis, grassroots, and social media. In his career, he has been the MBA spokesperson on a wide variety of real estate research and advocacy-relat...
Apr 16, 2024•2 min
The Lykken on Lending program will feature our Weekly Mortgage Updates with Adam DeSanctis and his MBA Mortgage Minute , and then Les Parker’s TMSpotlight , a macroeconomic perspective on the economy with a music parody. That leads to Matt Graham of MBS Live providing you a rate & market update , followed by David Kittle , Chief Executive Officer @ Cypress Mortgage Capital, to discuss mortgage originations. Then we have Alice Alvey of Union Home providing a regulatory & legislative updat...
Apr 16, 2024•45 min
In the ever-evolving landscape of the mortgage industry, establishing a strong social media presence isn't just about visibility—it's about leadership. Social media has become a crucial platform for mortgage professionals to connect with clients, build trust, and showcase expertise. To truly lead from the front on socials in the mortgage industry, professionals must leverage these platforms strategically and authentically. Are you like me looking for who will emerge and the future voices of our ...
Apr 15, 2024•37 min
Allen Pollack , Chief Operating Officer, Tech Consultant Allen Pollack, a Mortgage & Financial Services Technology Advisor, is a subject matter expert in the mortgage origination process along with software product management and software development. In today’s financial services push to all things Digital, Allen has been helping lenders and financial services solution providers align their digital transformation and technology strategies by removing the human element of risk, and automatin...
Apr 09, 2024•15 min
