4.13.26 Liens and Mortgages; LendFriend Mortgage’s Eric Bernstein on Eligibility Standards; Economic Calendar Preview

In today’s episode, we go through the differences between a mortgage and a lien. Plus, Robbie sits down with LendFriend Mortgage’s Eric Bernstein for a discussion on how lenders' increasing use of alternatives like bank-statement and asset-based loans is prompting a broader rethink of eligibility standards. And we close by talking about what to look forward to on the economic calendar this week.The Chrisman Commentary is 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.Thank you to Truework, the one verification solution to replace in-house waterfalls. Verify any borrower with a VOIE solution that automates the entire process to quickly deliver the most accurate and complete reports with broad GSE coverage.