4.21.26 Production Rankings; Cardinal Financial's Brian Hurd on Builders; Fed Chair Confirmation

In today’s episode, we go through the latest annual origination production rankings from lenders. Plus, Robbie sits down with Cardinal Financial’s Brian Hurd for a discussion on builder sentiment this spring, the push for attainable housing, key affordability challenges, and the market forces and development trends likely to shape housing in the coming months. And we close by looking at Kevin Warsh's Fed Chair confirmation hearing set for today.Thank you to Experian Verify, a comprehensive income and employment verification solution for mortgage lenders. By uniting instant payroll data, permissioned access, and research verification in one seamless experience, Experian Verify helps lenders reduce friction, accelerate decisions, and confidently verify every U.S. worker.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.