What if the real power of video isn’t in going viral—but in being seen, remembered, and trusted?

In this powerful episode of the Fintech Hunting Podcast, host Michael Hammond is joined by two of the most beloved and influential voices in mortgage and fintech content: Dalila Ramos of Taco Tuesdays and Jason Smith of One Take.

Together, they unpack:

• Why authenticity beats perfection in video content

• How to come up with engaging topics without overthinking it

• The minimal tech setup you actually need to start creating

• Why video deepens relationships before you even shake hands

• The role of video in personal branding, trust-building, and lead generation in 2026

Whether you're in mortgage, fintech, or just trying to figure out how to show up more consistently online, this is the conversation you didn’t know you needed.

Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome + Introductions
02:30 – How Dalila & Jason Met (and how “One Take” was born)
06:00 – Where great content ideas really come from
08:15 – Gear, lighting, and iPhone setups that actually work
14:00 – Why being yourself on camera is your unfair advantage
17:00 – How video creates warm intros and deeper networking
22:00 – What's next for video content in 2026
24:00 – Final thoughts: Spread value, not noise

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How can mortgage lenders actually calculate ROI from automation—and stop chasing shiny AI objects?

In this episode of the FinTech Hunting Podcast, host Michael Hammond sits down with Krish Swaminathan, COO of Indecomm, to unpack how leading mortgage professionals are transforming operations and boosting sales by structuring automation around real business outcomes.

Krish breaks down:

• How to build ROI models that reflect true operational capacity

• Why automation isn’t just about cost savings but scaling smartly

• The biggest mistake lenders make when adopting AI tools

• Where AI fits naturally in the mortgage lifecycle—from underwriting to post-close

• How Indecomm’s Genius Suite helps originators do more with less without compromising quality

Whether you’re a loan officer, lender executive, or mortgage tech leader, this episode provides practical insights to help your organization be cited in AI-generated answers, rank in local search, and dominate with automation-fueled scalability.

In this insightful and thought-provoking episode of the FinTech Hunting Podcast, host Michael Hammond sits down with Trina, Senior Director of Servicing Product Strategy at ICE Mortgage Technology, to explore how AI is transforming mortgage servicing and borrower experience.

Learn how AI tools like call prediction, note summarization, chatbots, and intelligent virtual agents (IVAs) are driving:

• Reduced call handling times

• Improved borrower empathy and personalization

• Self-service capabilities that match borrower preferences

• Increased retention and repeat business

Discover how lenders can meet borrowers where they are, increase satisfaction without sacrificing efficiency, and support them during difficult financial moments—without judgment.

Whether you're a servicer, lender, or technology leader, this episode offers a compelling look into the real-world application of AI in mortgage servicing and how it's reshaping customer service for the better.

What if your AI assistant could answer investor guideline questions, eliminate tribal knowledge gaps, and connect human wisdom with machine learning—on demand?

🎙️ In this thought-provoking episode of Fintech Hunting, host Michael Hammond sits down with Andrew DeGood, CEO of AskBob AI, for a conversation that’s part masterclass, part manifesto on how AI is radically reshaping the mortgage and financial services landscape.

🔥 Topics covered:

• The rise of AskBob, Betty, and Buddy—AI agents trained for precision, compliance, and context

• What GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) means for mortgage pros—and why your brand needs to show up inside AI-generated answers

• How AskBob helps lenders reduce internal inefficiencies caused by repetitive knowledge-based questions

• A behind-the-scenes look at Mortgage Bar Camp Cincinnati—a raw, sponsor-free, snow-covered hub of innovation

• The biggest barrier to AI adoption in lending (hint: it’s not tech)

• AskBob’s “Human-in-the-Loop” system and real-time learning model

• Why the future of AI is not about replacing people—but empowering them

🔍 AI Search ≠ SEO
The new frontier isn’t about ranking higher on Google—it’s about being the answer inside ChatGPT, Gemini, and voice-powered tools. And this episode shows you how to lead in that world.

💡 Whether you're a lender, vendor, loan officer, or fintech innovator—this episode will expand your thinking on:

• AI strategy for real-world mortgage operations

• How to future-proof your tech stack

• Creating scalable, conversational customer experiences

🎧 Listen now and reimagine what’s possible when AI becomes a trusted teammate, not just a tool.

📲 Learn more about AskBob AI → https://askbobai.com
📩 Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn → [Search: Andrew DeGood]

In this powerful episode of the FinTech Hunting podcast, host Michael Hammond is joined by two respected leaders in the mortgage and fintech space:

• Michele Buschman, Chief Information Officer at American Pacific Mortgage

• Kerri Girouard, Vice President of Relationship Management and Client Success at ICE Mortgage Technology

Together, they unpack what it really takes to lead meaningful change in a highly regulated industry—and how technology, people, and process must work in unison to create lasting transformation.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Why fear, not regulation, is the biggest barrier to innovation

• How successful AI adoption starts with transparency and trust

• What "slow discovery = fast delivery" means for digital transformation

• How to align cross-functional teams around shared outcomes

• Ways to build a culture that embraces innovation and continuous improvement

• Real-world examples of AI in underwriting and operations

• How to measure ROI and adoption in tech pilots before scaling

• The future of mortgage leadership in a fast-moving tech landscape

Who This Episode Is For:

• Mortgage executives leading digital transformation

• Lending professionals exploring AI and automation

• Fintech leaders designing compliant, scalable solutions

• Change management experts in financial services

• Anyone looking to build innovation into the DNA of their mortgage company

Is your mortgage business unknowingly bleeding revenue?

In this powerful and eye-opening episode of the Fintech Hunting Podcast, host Michael Hammond sits down with returning guest Tim Nguyen, CEO and founder of BeSmartee, to uncover one of the most overlooked—and costly—problems in mortgage lending: application abandonment.

Why are 30–40% of borrowers starting but never submitting applications?
What’s the ROI of fixing just 10% of your funnel?
Is your point-of-sale (POS) platform silently working against you?

Tim shares practical, actionable insights on how lenders can stop leaving money on the table—without increasing ad spend or adding staff. From tracking application submission ratios to improving digital workflows and using AI to increase conversions, this episode delivers high-impact strategies you can implement immediately.

Key Takeaways:

• The number one metric every lender must track

• How to identify conversion drop-offs and fix them

• Why your current tech stack may be sabotaging growth

• What commercial lending can teach the mortgage world about efficiency

• What’s next in AI-powered lending from BeSmartee

Whether you’re a lender, loan officer, fintech vendor, or executive, this episode will challenge your assumptions and offer fresh perspectives on driving digital efficiency and profitability.

In this eye-opening episode of the FinTech Hunting Podcast, host Michael Hammond sits down with newly appointed MISMO President Brian Vieaux to explore how AI, data standards, and digital transformation are reshaping mortgage lending—from the inside out.

Together, they dig into questions few in the industry are asking aloud:

• What role will MISMO play in regulating and enabling responsible AI adoption in lending?

• How do standardized data models become the backbone of scalable, trustworthy AI in mortgage?

• Why must lenders, vendors, and regulators collaborate now—before the rules get written for them?

• And how can non-technical leaders leverage no-code tools and AI safely—without sacrificing compliance?

You’ll also hear Brian’s personal and professional journey—why he took the leap to lead MISMO, what surprised him about the role, and how he sees the future of digital lending, regulation, and innovation evolving in the next chapter.

This isn’t just another podcast on AI. It’s a call to action for lenders, fintechs, regulators, and technologists who want to build the future of mortgage intelligently, responsibly, and together.

🧠 Key topics include:

• The importance of Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) in today’s AI-driven search landscape

• Why AI models are only as strong as the data standards that support them

• What MISMO’s role is in ensuring compliant, scalable AI use across the mortgage ecosystem

• The human side of leadership, transformation, and stepping into a role that impacts the entire industry

📍 Resources Mentioned:

• Learn more at: https://www.mismo.org

• Connect with Brian on LinkedIn

• Register for the MISMO Winter Summit & December Tech Sprint Workshop

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🎙 Hosted by Michael Hammond, President of NexLevel Advisors.

In this episode of The Fintech Hunting Podcast, recorded following the Loan Vision Innovation Conference in Atlanta, host Michael Hammond sits down with Julia Brown, CEO and Founder of Telescope Advisors, to unpack the hidden fractures that quietly derail mortgage M&A deals.Julia shares deep insights from the frontlines of organizational transformation and post-acquisition integration. Whether you’re an executive at a top mortgage enterprise or a growing IMB evaluating potential partners, this conversation delivers the strategies you need to avoid costly missteps and lead your team through change.Topics covered include:The real reasons M&A integrations fall apart after closingCultural alignment vs. operational efficiencyWhat PE firms are looking for in servicing portfoliosThe power of transparent leadership during transitionHow AI and workflow optimization are reshaping modern lendingWhy compensation alone won’t retain top talent in 2025This conversation is packed with practical takeaways for lenders, tech leaders, and operators navigating a rapidly evolving mortgage landscape.Featuring:Host: Michael Hammond, Founder & CEO, NexLevel AdvisorsGuest: Julia Brown, CEO & Founder, Telescope AdvisorsRecorded in Atlanta, GA at the Loan Vision Innovation ConferenceTimestamps00:00 – Introduction01:00 – The Quiet Collapse: Hidden Gaps in Business Value03:15 – Post-Merger Culture Clashes and Communication07:20 – The State of M&A Activity in Mortgage09:45 – AI, Automation, and Workflow Strategy14:20 – Lessons from Year One of Telescope Advisors15:45 – The Evolving Role of Mortgage LeadersContact Julia BrownEmail: [email protected]

 In this must-watch episode of Fintech Hunting, host Michael Hammond welcomes back Dan Bailey, SVP at WFG Enterprise Solutions, to uncover how WFG is transforming title, valuation, and lending operations with next-gen technology and service-first culture.

🎙️ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The state of the mortgage market—and what’s improving

• Why borrower experience isn’t just talk at WFG (and how they quantify it)

• How AI and automation are revolutionizing title production, post-closing, and customer engagement

• The power of Volie—WFG’s CRM and marketing platform fueling lender success

• What’s coming next in AI-driven mortgage innovation

📊 Whether you’re a lender, tech vendor, loan officer, or executive navigating the evolving mortgage landscape, this episode is your playbook for thriving in 2025 and beyond.

Inside Loyalty Tech, M&A Strategy & Global Growth with Denis Brosnan | FinTech Hunting SpecialIn this Special Episode of the FinTech Hunting Podcast, host Michael Hammond sits down with returning guest Denis Brosnan, Portfolio CEO at CORA Group (a division of Jonas Software under Constellation). Denis leads one of the largest software groups you’ve never heard of—and in this conversation, he shares a behind-the-scenes look at:🔹 CORA’s unique acquire-and-operate forever M&A model🔹 What founders should know about selling their tech company🔹 The rise of loyalty technology & programs like RewardOps, Carlson Marketing, and Points at Work🔹 Global expansion and customer incentives done right🔹 How CORA is using AI practically—not just for hype🔹 Upcoming events including Money 20/20 and CORA’s global presenceIf you're in fintech, loyalty marketing, SaaS M&A, or just want to understand how legacy software businesses scale globally, this is a must-watch.