5.12.26 Big Players Ball; Truework's Ethan Winchell on Verifications; CPI Prints Hot

In today’s episode, we go through what sort of profitability and volume some of the larger players in the mortgage industry are doing. Plus, Robbie sits down with Truework’s Ethan Winchell for a discussion on how rising income volatility is reshaping homebuyer eligibility and what lenders must do to adapt to a more complex and less predictable income landscape. And we close by examining the latest inflation figures, which came in hot.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.Today’s podcast is brought to you by nCino. As conversations kick off this week at nSight 2026, mortgage professionals are exploring the technologies and strategies redefining origination experiences and transforming lead-to-loan economics. The nCino Mortgage Suite — Mortgage Point of Sale, Mortgage Analytics, and Incentive Compensation — helps lenders connect operations, insights, and borrower engagement in one modern platform. Learn more at nCino.com/mortgage.