1.8.26 Institutional Investor Ban; TXSE's Jeff Karcher on Exchanges and Listings; December Prepayment Speeds

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.In today’s episode, we look at President Trump saying he will ban institutional investors from buying up homes. Plus, Robbie sits down with the Texas Stock Exchange’s Jeff Karcher for a discussion on the origins of the TXSE, why its founders believe U.S. markets need more competition, and how its 2026 launch aims to reshape capital markets through technology-driven trading and long-term vision. And we close by reviewing what December prepayment speeds reveal about borrower behavior.