CONNECT by California MBA

CONNECT by California MBA

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  • Connect with Carl Tyree of Arch MI | Episode 101
    Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. Our 101st episode features Carl Tyree, Arch MI.
    Topics of Discussion:
    1:56 - What are your thoughts about the volatility we are seeing in the capital markets and interest rates? Do you think the volatility continues?
    3:06 - What would you say is most critical for lenders to get right in the next 6 months?
    4:20 - Tell us about how your clients are engaging with their mortgage insurance providers, and maybe specifically with Arch MI?
    6:43 - As a company that has a huge position in mortgage credit risk, what aspects of the mortgage market are most concerning to Arch MI?
    8:15 - How is the mortgage insurance industry well positioned to handle choppy times with housing valuations?
    11:05 - There is a lot of talk about margin compression, what do you think allows that pressure to go away?
    12:28 - Do you think the mortgage insurance industry has much to worry about if FHA lowers their MIP (mortgage insurance premium)? If so, why?
    Thank you to our sponsor, Insellerate. To learn more visit insellerate.com or call 855-973-1646
    To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!
    15 min
  • Insellerate Takeover with Josh Friend and Rob Chrisman | Episode 100
    Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. Our amazing sponsor Insellerate is TAKING OVER our 100th episode. Listen or watch today as mortgage industry experts Josh Friend and Rob Chrisman talk about:
    1:58 - Rob’s thoughts on interest rates for the remainder of 2022?
    5:15 - How are rates going to impact housing prices?
    8:59 - What’s in store for Non-QM lending in 2022?
    12:52 - Are lenders readdressing their technology needs?
    15:24 - How are lenders addressing the rising cost of loan production?
    Thank you to our sponsor, Insellerate. To learn more visit insellerate.com or call 855-973-1646
    To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!
    19 min
  • Connect with Ky Hacker, VP Operations and Revenue, FileInvite | Episode 98
    Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. Our 98th episode features Ky Hacker, VP Operations and Revenue, FileInvite
    Topics of Discussion:
    2:04 - Tell us about your background and a little about FileInvite
    2:34 - FileInvite works with a large number of companies across both residential and commercial lending. What trends are you seeing across these industries?
    4:17 - What trends are FileInvite seeing within borrowers and borrower behavior?
    6:34 - With the mortgage industry responding to changes within their borrowers, what themes are you seeing within companies themselves?
    9:57 - Privacy and cybersecurity are hot topics right now within the industry. Do you have any views on how the mortgage industry can respond to changes here?
    14:22 - What can you share with listeners about the value of the Mortgage Innovators Conference?
    Thank you to our sponsor, Insellerate. To learn more visit insellerate.com or call 855-973-1646
    To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!
    17 min
  • Connect with Sandra James, CEO & Founder, Private Eyes Screening Group | Episode 97
    Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. Our 97th episode features Sandra James, CEO & Founder, Private Eyes Screening Group
    Topics of Discussion:
    1:40 - Tell us about starting your company, Private Eyes Screening Group.
    2:22 - You have a successful global company that you started on your own, how do you mentor other women leaders?
    3:37 - With the focus on consumer privacy over the past few years, has providing background check services become more challenging?
    5:48 - With interest rates rising, the market shifting for IMBs, what are your clients reporting to you that is top of mind for them this year?
    7:14 - What can you share with listeners about the value of the Mortgage Innovators Conference?
    Thank you to our sponsor, Insellerate. To learn more visit insellerate.com or call 855-973-1646
    To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!
    10 min
  • Connect with Alex Kutsishin, CEO, Sales Boomerang | Episode 96
    Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. Our 96th episode features the one and only Alex Kutsishin, CEO, Sales Boomerang.
    Topics of Discussion:
    2:00 - Sales Boomerang is an incredible success story. What can you share with other entrepreneurs just starting out?
    7:29 - In this current environment when Lenders are cutting budgets left and right, why are they spending more with Sales Boomerang? Why do Lenders care about Sales Boomerang now more than ever?
    12:05 - Besides the alerts that are perfectly catered to this market and that are making your Lenders so successful, how are you able to help drive new business from realtors to your Lenders?
    18:49 - What's the deal with Sales Boomerang and Mortgage Coach?
    22:28 - Sales Boomerang has been a continuous supporter of the California MBA and our Mortgage Innovators Conference – what can you share with listeners about the value of the Mortgage Innovators Conference?
    Thank you to our sponsor, Insellerate. To learn more visit insellerate.com or call 855-973-1646
    To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!
    27 min
  • Connect with Chuck Iverson, President, Mason-McDuffie Mortgage | Episode 95
    Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. Our 95th episode features Chuck Iverson, President, Mason-McDuffie Mortgage.
    Topics of Discussion:
    2:29 - What can you share about adapting to such a well-established corporate culture?
    6:56 - Interest rates are rising and lenders are looking at new products. What would you say are the hot products of 2022?
    10:24 - We are starting the CFPB era under the leadership of Rohit Chopra. What do you think lenders should expect to be his particular areas of focus?
    14:33 - Now we’re in an era where technology is key for the mortgage industry. What areas of technology adoption will be the highest priority for your company this year?
    20:13 - What can you share with listeners about the value of the Mortgage Innovators Conference?
    Thank you to our sponsor, Insellerate. To learn more visit insellerate.com or call 855-973-1646
    To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!
    25 min
  • Connect with Lender Price's Dawar Alimi, CEO and Rick Webster, CMO Episode 94
    Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. Our 94th episode features Dawar Alimi, CEO and Rick Webster, Chief Marketing Officer of Lender Price.
    Topics of Discussion:
    2:36 - Tell us the story of launching Lender Price? When did you first start working in the mortgage industry?
    6:23 - What is your forecast for the “next big thing” in mortgage technology?
    8:08 - As the refi boom diminishes in 2022, what do you see as the top issues facing your lender clients in this competitive purchase market environment?
    11:43 - I see that your product is compatible with non-QM lending – how is that setting you apart from your competitors? How are you different from your competition?
    14:44 - What should lenders be doing right now to prepare for a slowdown in the market?
    18:21 - What can you tell our listeners about the importance of being an active supporter of our advocacy efforts?
    Thank you to our sponsor, Insellerate. To learn more visit insellerate.com or call 855-973-1646
    To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!
    21 min
  • Connect with the Mortgage Innovators Conference Hosts | Episode 93
    Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. Our 93rd episode features Margaret Chiavini, CMB, AMP and Paul Gigliotti who are hosting the Mortgage Innovators Conference 2022 happening May 2-4, 2022 at the Hilton Anaheim.
    Topics of Discussion:
    3:20 - Why is MIC22 THE conference to attend if you’re looking for solution providers?
    6:19 - Can you tell us more about the 3 days of the conference from a content perspective?
    10:16 - Can you talk about the significant registration discounts that we’re offering lenders?
    11:27 - Why is supporting the Mortgage Innovators Conference important for the mortgage industry?
    Thank you to our sponsor, Insellerate. To learn more visit insellerate.com or call 855-973-1646
    To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!
    16 min
  • Connect with Josip Rupena, Founder and CEO of Milo Credit | Episode 92
    Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. Our 92nd episode features Josip Rupena, Founder and CEO of Milo Credit.
    Topics of Discussion:
    2:28 - Tell us the story of launching Milo Credit?
    3:56 - How are you keeping your crypto with a crypto mortgage?
    5:11 - What’s the benefit of a crypto mortgage over a traditional one?
    7:03 - Have you been in conversation with the GSEs about this product?
    8:02 - What do you see on the horizon for blockchain technology as it relates to the real estate
    finance industry?
    10:45 - Can you share how this global diversity benefits your corporate culture?
    Thank you to our sponsor, Insellerate. To learn more visit insellerate.com or call 855-973-1646
    To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!
    14 min
  • Connect with the family behind RWM Home Loans | Connect Episode 91
    Welcome to Connect, a podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers and shakers in the mortgage industry. Our 91st episode features the family behind RWM Home Loans: Brad Livingston, Susanne Livingston, Kristen Livingston, and Lauren Livingston.
    Topics of Discussion:
    2:57 - How did you get started in the mortgage industry?
    8:41 - What can you share about the corporate culture at the company that makes RWM unique?
    11:40 - What areas of technology adoption will be the highest priority for your company this year?
    14:07 - We are starting the CFPB era under the leadership of Rohit Chopra. What do you think lenders should expect to be his particular areas of focus?
    16:59 - Can you share your thoughts on the importance of mentoring and lifting up those rising stars in our organizations?
    19:05 - What advice would you give a young mortgage professional just entering this industry?
    22:16 - What can you share about why it’s important for lenders to support the advocacy work of the California MBA?
    Thank you to our sponsor, Insellerate. To learn more visit insellerate.com or call 855-973-1646
    To learn more about the California MBA visit www.cmba.com and don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for our next episode!
    27 min

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Welcome to California MBA's podcast, Connect, our all-new podcast featuring one-on-one interviews with some of the top movers-and-shakers in the mortgage industry.