2.20.26 AI Mortgage Fraud; MAXEX’s Tom Pearce on Partnerships; GDP and PCE

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 how artificial intelligence is both furthering and combating mortgage fraud. Plus, Robbie sits down with MAXEX’s Tom Pearce for a discussion on his company's partnership with Tradeweb that will create a more centralized, transparent, and scalable institutional marketplace for U.S. residential mortgage loans. And we close by looking at the latest economic reports and their impact on mortgage rates.Today's podcast is brought to you by Optimal Blue, the only end-to-end capital markets platform built to power performance, precision, and profitability, helping lenders of all sizes operate more efficiently, manage risk more effectively, and maximize results.