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 close out the year with hindsight 20/20 vision. Plus, Robbie sits down with former NAMB President A. W. Pickel for a discussion on the resurgence of the broker and lessons from decades in mortgage banking that still remain relevant today. And we close by looking ahead to 2026 for the mortgage industry.