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101

"Song Sung Blue" But Not for Bonds - Macro Market Update by Les Parker

102

MBA Urges FHFA to Modernize Duty to Serve Without Disrupting Affordable Housing - MBA Mortgage Minute by Adam DeSanctis

103

Weekly AI Update - Why Most AI Strategies Fail—and What Real AI Looks Like

104

Fire the Loan Officer, Hire the Mortgage Operator with Dustin Owen of The Loan Officer Podcast

105

Mortgage Markets Under Pressure: Winning Business While Rates Stay Higher

106

The Eye of the Storm: Why Mortgage Leaders Must Prepare for a Higher-Rate Future - 07/21/2026 Weekly Mortgage Update commentary

107

AI Governance Is the New Competitive Advantage in Mortgage Lending - Tech Update by Allen Pollack

108

FHFA Rule Changes and TRID Reform: Why Mortgage Lenders Should Speak Up Now - Legislative Update by Alice Alvey

109

Cooling Inflation Calms Rates Despite Middle East Tensions - Market Update by Matt Graham

110

"Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?" Bonds Don't Care - Macro Market Update by Les Parker

111

FHFA Shifts to Objective Risk: What the Proposed Counterparty Rule Means for Mortgage Lenders - MBA Mortgage Minute by Adam DeSanctis

112

The AI Blueprint: How MISMO Is Shaping the Future of Mortgage Lending of Brian Vieaux of MISMO

113

Mortgage Markets at a Crossroads: Inflation Cools, AI Evolves, and the New Normal Takes Shape

114

AI Innovation Comes with New Risks for Mortgage Lenders - Tech Update by Allen Pollack

115

Stop Waiting for Lower Rates—Build Business Now - Legislative Update by Alice Alvey

116

When Oil Moves, Mortgage Rates Listen - Market Update by Matt Graham

117

Bonds Watch "Radar Love" - Macro Market Update by Les Parker

118

CFPB Opens the Door to Mortgage Reform - MBA Mortgage Minute by Adam DeSanctis

119

Weekly AI Update - Why 88% of AI Strategies Fail — And What the Winning 12% Do Differently

120

Beyond the Headlines: James Kleimann on Truth, Trust, and the Future of Mortgage Journalism

121

The New Rules of Mortgage Lending: CFPB Reform, AI Risks & Market Reality

122

AI Is Rewriting Mortgage Lending Faster Than Anyone Expected - Tech Update by Allen Pollack

123

Peace Talks Lift Markets as Mortgage Rates Show Signs of Relief - Market Update by Matt Graham

124

“A Mistake” The Apple of a Modeler's Eye - Macro Market Update by Les Parker

125

MBA Sets the Ground Rules for AI in Mortgage Lending - MBA Mortgage Minute by Adam DeSanctis

126

A Simple FHA Fix That Could Transform Home Affordability - 07/07/2026 Weekly Mortgage Update commentary

127

AI's Biggest Risk Isn't the Technology—It's How We Use It - Tech Update by Allen Pollack

128

Regulatory Independence at a Crossroads: What the Supreme Court's Decision Means for Mortgage Lending - Legislative Update by Alice Alvey

129

When Market Mechanics Move Mortgage Rates - Market Update by Matt Graham

130

Spinning in "Circles" - Macro Market Update by Les Parker

131

A New Era for Mortgage Credit Scoring Begins - MBA Mortgage Minute by Adam DeSanctis

132

Strong Economy, Stubborn Rates: What Mortgage Leaders Should Watch Next - 06/09/2026 Weekly Mortgage Update commentary

133

AI Is Your Co-Pilot, Not Your Replacement - Tech Update by Allen Pollack

134

Helping Veterans Stay Home: Why Borrowers Should Call Their Servicer First - Legislative Update by Alice Alvey

135

Is Elon Musk The "Starman" - Macro Market Update by Les Parker

136

New VA Relief Tools: A Stronger Safety Net for Veteran Homeowners - MBA Mortgage Minute by Adam DeSanctis

137

Don't Let Market Volatility Derail Your Mortgage Business - 06/02/2026 Weekly Mortgage Update commentary

138

AI Is No Longer Coming—It's Already Transforming Mortgage Lending - Tech Update by Allen Pollack

139

Purchase Demand Is Holding Strong—But Affordability Pressures Are Rising - Origination Update by David Kittle

140

FHA Reform Is Here—Now It's Time for the Industry to Speak Up - Legislative Update by Alice Alvey

141

Markets Held Hostage by Iran Peace Deal Headlines - Market Update by Matt Graham

142

The "Mad World" of Oil - Macro Market Update by Les Parker

143

FHA's Property Standards Are Finally Getting a Fresh Look - MBA Mortgage Minute by Adam DeSanctis

144

Protecting Your Brand in the Era of AI with John Seroka of Seroka Marketing & PR

145

Running in Circles? AI, Credit Scores, and the Mortgage Market's Next Move

146

AI Governance or AI Chaos? The Hidden Risks Lenders Can't Ignore - 06/30/2026 Weekly Mortgage Update commentary

147

AI Governance or AI Chaos? The Hidden Risks Lenders Can't Ignore - Legislative Update by Alice Alvey

148

"Changes" on Tap for Oil, Bonds, and the Fed - Macro Market Update by Les Parker

149

What Really Drove Mortgage Rates Lower Last Week? - Market Update by Matt Graham

150

FHA's Biggest Streamlining Push in Years: What Lenders Need to Know - MBA Mortgage Minute by Adam DeSanctis

151

Weekly AI Update: The Next Frontier of AI: Eliminating Uncertainty in Mortgage Decision Intelligence

152

Bitcoin Beyond the Hype: What Every Mortgage Professional Needs to Know with Manny Alicandro of The Alicandro Law Firm

153

The Mortgage Market Is Changing: Will Your Strategy Keep Up?

154

A New Fed, A New Playbook: Preparing for the Next Era of Mortgage Markets - 06/23/2026 Weekly Mortgage Update commentary

155

The Future of Credit Scoring: Can Mortgage Lenders Afford the Change? - Legislative Update by Alice Alvey

156

From Rate Cuts to Rate Hikes: How the Fed's New Direction Shook Mortgage Markets - Market Update by Matt Graham

157

Stagflation Needs a "Wonderwall" - Macro Market Update by Les Parker

158

Basel III Moves Forward: What the Latest Proposal Means for Mortgage Lenders - MBA Mortgage Minute by Adam DeSanctis

159

"War of Change" or Peace - Macro Market Update by Les Parker

160

Bipartisan Housing Victory: MBA Scores Major Legislative Win - MBA Mortgage Minute by Adam DeSanctis

161

Weekly AI Update: The Patent That Changes AI Forever: From Probabilistic to Warranted Intelligence

162

The Future of Housing Finance: What the Data Reveals About Homeownership, Affordability, and Mortgage Reform

163

The New Fed Era: Volatility, Inflation, and the Future of Mortgage Lending

164

AI Innovation Meets Data Risk: The Mortgage Industry’s Shadow IT Challenge - Tech Update by Allen Pollack

165

Housing Reform Faces Hurdles: Why Lenders Are Fighting New Counseling and Compliance Mandates - Legislative Update by Alice Alvey

166

Mortgage Rates Under Pressure: Inflation, Oil Prices, and the Iran War - Market Update by Matt Graham

167

"Time Is Running Out" For The Bear Trend - Macro Market Update by Les Parker

168

The Chrisman Legacy: Three Generations of Leadership, Consistency, and Service in Mortgage Banking

169

MBA Pushes Housing Reform Forward as Congress Revises Key Mortgage Bill - MBA Mortrgage Minute by Adam DeSanctis

170

AI, Interest Rates, and Industry Transformation: Mortgage Lending at a Turning Point

171

Weekly AI Update: The Difference Between AI Theater and Real Mortgage Intelligence

172

Putting Shoes on Kids’ Feet: The Heart Behind High-Performance Mortgage Lending with Molly Dean of LeaderOne Financial

173

Mortgage Markets at a Crossroads: Strong Jobs, Higher Rate Risks, and Industry Optimism

174

Your Haters Will Build Your Brand: Why Authenticity Wins in the AI Era with Shanda Sumpter of Heartcore Business

175

Mortgage Markets, AI Disruption, and FHA Reform: Navigating Uncertainty and Opportunity

176

Who’s Liable When AI Gets Mortgage Underwriting Wrong? with Arthur Prieston and David Kittle

177

The Mortgage Industry’s AI Inflection Point

178

The Imperfect CEO: Why Vulnerability Builds Stronger Organizations with Jim Brown of OrgHealth

179

Weekly AI Update: The $5 Refi That Cost a Veteran $37,000 with Pavan Agarwal

180

From Co-Op to Competitive Edge: Rick Seehausen’s Vision for the Future of Mortgage Lending

181

Mortgage Markets, AI Disruption, and the Battle Over Borrower Ownership

182

Mortgage Markets on Edge: War, Oil Prices and the Fight Over Inflation - 5/12/2026 Weekly Mortgage Update commentary

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Credit Score Chaos: Industry Frustration Builds Over FHFA Rollout - Legislative Update by Alice Alvey

184

The Longevity Economy: Reverse Mortgages, Retirement Planning & the New Down Payment Advantage with Michael Banner

185

Mortgage Rates React to Iran Peace Talks and Falling Oil Prices - Market Update by Matt Graham

186

"War of Change" or Peace - Macro Market Update by Les Parker

187

MBA Sounds the Alarm: Why Mortgage Professionals Must Act Now - MBA Mortgage Minute by Adam DeSanctis

188

Weekly AI Update: Self-Driving Mortgages - The AI Revolution Reshaping Banking with Pavan Agarwal

189

AI Agents, Smarter Mortgage Marketing, and the End of Data Silos with Garrett Locklear of Candid

190

Will Rates Finally Drop? War Headlines, Inflation Pressure & the Mortgage Market Reset

191

Mortgage Markets on Edge: Rates, War, and Industry Optimism Collide - 5/5/2026 Weekly Mortgage Update commentary

192

AI as Your Second Brain: The Power and Risk of Machine Intelligence - Marc's Rant by Marc Helm

193

AI, Automation, and Mortgage Innovation: What Lenders Need to Get Right - Tech Update by Allen Pollack

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Episode 3: What happens to Loan Officers when busy work disappears

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Oil, War, and Treasury Yields: What’s Driving Mortgage Rates Higher - Market Update by Matt Graham

196

Running in "Circles" - Macro Market Update by Les Parker

197

Basel III and Mortgage Lending: What’s at Stake for Borrowers and Banks - MBA Mortgage Minute by Adam DeSanctis

198

Policy Chaos, AI Disruption, and the Mortgage Market Reset with Tim Rood of Impact Capitol

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Mortgage Markets in Turmoil: War, Oil, and the Fight Against Rising Rates

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Rates, War, and the Fed: Navigating Uncertainty in a Changing Market - 04/28/2025 Weekly Mortgage Update Commentary