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3.12.25 Lending and Politics; TransUnion's Satyan Merchant on Data and Analytics; CPI Inflation Mar 12, 2025

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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 look at how mortgage lending and politics are intertwined. Plus, Robbie sits down with TransUnion’s Satyan Merchant to talk about how data and analytics are transforming the mortgage industry, from leveraging credit and alternative data to improving targeting, personalization, and marketing innovation. And he closes by going through the latest CPI inflation figures.

This week’s podcast is sponsored by TransUnion. TransUnion offers thousands of B2B solutions designed to address the unique needs of mortgage lenders, especially for their identity-focused, data-driven mortgage insights and solutions.

3.11.25 Recession Fears; Mesa’s Maya Velasquez on Mortgage Evolution; Data Data Data Mar 11, 2025

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In today’s episode, we look at how President Trump has spooked markets. Plus, Robbie sits down with Mesa's Maya Velasquez to talk the future of mortgage. And he closes by examining why data suggests the U.S. economy is slowing.

3.10.25 Rocket Buys Redfin; AMC Encore's Jordan Chapman on the Appraisal Space; Economic Cracks Widening Mar 10, 2025

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In today’s episode, we look at the deal for Rocket to buy Redfin. Plus, Robbie sits down with AMC Encore’s Jordan Chapman to talk about on the journey of an appraiser turned AMC leader, exploring career challenges, industry insights, and the evolving role of women in mortgage and valuation, plus what it takes to get an AMC approved in today’s market. And he closes by examining why data suggests the U.S. economy is slowing.

3.7.25 Stagflation Concerns; LoneStar Signing's Jackie Spillman on Mentorship; Payrolls Don't Disappoint Mar 07, 2025

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In today’s episode, we look at the latest origination data for the mortgage industry. Plus, Robbie sits down with Marr Labs Dave Grannan to talk about how AI is being
used to enhance customer interactions in mortgage lending. And he closes by examining some labor market indicators ahead of tomorrow's payrolls report.

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3.6.25 Origination Activity; Marr Labs Dave Grannan on AI Voice Agents; Labor Market Indicators Mar 06, 2025

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3.5.25 Washington D.C. Happenings; BeSmartee's Tim Nguyen on Automation; Tariff Reaction Mar 05, 2025

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In today’s episode, we look at the latest news coming out of Washington D.C. Plus, Robbie sits down with BeSmartee's Tim Nguyen to discuss the impact of Trump’s second term on housing markets, the necessity of mobile mortgage solutions for lenders, and balancing automation and personal interaction in mortgage processes. And he closes by examining market reaction to tariffs.

3.4.25 Economic Growth Questions; HomeVision's Vincent Chu on AI Optimization; Rates on the Decline Mar 04, 2025

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In today’s episode, we look at questions surrounding GDP growth. Plus, Robbie sits down with HomeVisions Vincent Chu to discuss AI-powered underwriting efficiencies. And he closes by examining how recent economic developments are driving rates down.

3.3.25 Ginnie Mae MBS Issuance; Floify's Sofia Rossato on POS Customer Experience; Packed Calendar Mar 03, 2025

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In today’s episode, we look at Ginnie Mae MBS issuance. Plus, Robbie sits down with Floify's Sofia Rossato to discuss how to deliver an excellent customer experience in the point-of-sale space. And he closes by taking a look ahead to what's on the economic calendar this week.

2.28.25 Prices on the Up; PMSI's Dan Thompson and Rhonda Gallion on Narrow AI; PCE as Expected Feb 28, 2025

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In today’s episode, we look at why prices seem like they continue to rise across the board. Plus, Robbie sits down with Preferred Mortgage Services' Dan Thompson and Rhonda Gallion to talk about how Narrow AI is solving the billion-dollar cash flow shortfall for the mortgage ecosystem. And he closes by discussing the latest PCE inflation and core PCE figures.

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2.27.25 Generative AI; HomeLight's Nick Friedman on Originator Sentiment; New Home Sales Fall Feb 27, 2025

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In today’s episode, we look at the best ways to implement generative AI. Plus, Robbie sits down with HomeLight's Nick Friedman to discuss a loan originator survey. And he closes by discussing why we are seeing lower new home sales despite demand.

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