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500

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Jul 2026

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The Chrisman Commentary podcast provides daily insights into the mortgage industry, covering market trends, capital markets, and regulatory changes. Hosted by Robbie Chrisman, each episode delivers expert analysis and industry perspectives on the forces shaping housing finance. Whether it’s mortgage rates, lending news, or economic shifts, the podcast offers a clear, concise breakdown of the most important developments. More at www.chrismancommentary.com .

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July 24, 202626 min

7.24.26 One-Year Look Back; Morgan Stanley’s Matthew Hornbach on Risks; Stagflation Creeping

Looking back at what we were discussing a year ago germane to the mortgage industry is how we begin today's episode. Robbie then interviews Morgan Stanley’s Matthew Hornbach on identifying the risks that investors and the mortgage industry may be underestimating as the economy transitions into its next phase. And we close with some stagflationary signals that may be emerging.Thank you to JazzX, the first true end-to-end AI platform built for mortgage. From application to close, JazzX is a new operating model that helps you scale growth, boost productivity, and transform how your team performs.The Chrisman Commentary is 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.

July 23, 202616 min

7.23.26 Industry Consolidation; JazzX’s Varant Herculian on Change Management; Oil to Bonds

The continued pattern of consolidation in the mortgage industry is the lead-in for today's episode. Robbie then interviews JazzX’s Varant Herculian on effective change management and a clear strategy for integrating AI into workflows in ways that empower employees and deliver measurable business outcomes. And we close with how oil is impacting bond prices in these dog days of summer.Thank you to JazzX, the first true end-to-end AI platform built for mortgage. From application to close, JazzX is a new operating model that helps you scale growth, boost productivity, and transform how your team performs.The Chrisman Commentary is 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.

July 22, 202629 min

7.22.26 Building Statistics; Pivot Financial's Jennifer McGuinness-Lubbert on Innovation; Mortgage-Backed Security Primer

We kick off the podcast with some figures surrounding building and building patterns in the United States. Robbie then interviews Pivot Financial's Jennifer McGuinness-Lubbert on the importance of data integration, diversification beyond traditional Agency products to meet borrower needs, and customer-centric approaches in the evolving mortgage landscape. And the episode closes with a primer on Agency mortgage-backed securities (MBS).Thank you to JazzX, the first true end-to-end AI platform built for mortgage. From application to close, JazzX is a new operating model that helps you scale growth, boost productivity, and transform how your team performs.The Chrisman Commentary is 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.

July 21, 202617 min

7.21.26 Modern RESPA; Climative’s Winston Morton on Tappable Equity; Rate Reasoning

A discussion on the modern applicability of RESPA is how today's podcast kicks off. Robbie then interviews Climative’s Winston Morton on turning homeowner demand for energy and resilience upgrades into qualified financing opportunities. And the episode closes with the various reasons rates have to not drop. Thank you to JazzX, the first true end-to-end AI platform built for mortgage. From application to close, JazzX is a new operating model that helps you scale growth, boost productivity, and transform how your team performs.The Chrisman Commentary is 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.

July 20, 202625 min

7.20.26 Freddie and Fannie Stock; IRA's Chris Whalen on Servicing Deals; Low Volatility

Just how much input lenders have into Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae's activities is how today's podcast kicks off. Robbie then interviews the Institutional Risk Analyst’s Chris Whalen on the fallout from the Two Harbors servicing deal, further consolidation in the mortgage industry, and dominos to fall as companies race to grab market share. And the episode closes with a look ahead to this week's economic calendar. Thank you to JazzX, the first true end-to-end AI platform built for mortgage. From application to close, JazzX is a new operating model that helps you scale growth, boost productivity, and transform how your team performs.The Chrisman Commentary is 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.

July 17, 202632 min

7.17.26 Housing Statistics; BOKF's Chris Maloney on MBS Performance; New Rate Highs

Housing statistics and the latest delinquency figures kick off today's interview. Robbie interviews Bank of Oklahoma’s Chris Maloney on Agency MBS performance, and what investors are watching regarding how normalization in mortgage rates and housing conditions will influence speeds, supply, and valuations going forward. And we close with why mortgage rates have hit 2026 highs.Thanks to Zillow Home Loans, Zillow’s in-house mortgage lender, for sponsoring this week’s podcasts. By integrating Zillow’s real estate platform with financing, Zillow Home Loans helps buyers move from dreaming about a home to holding the keys. With tools built for modern lending, Zillow Home Loan’s loan officers can focus on guiding buyers with care and confidence. Zillow Home Loans is an equal housing lender. NMLS #10287.The Chrisman Commentary is 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.

July 16, 202623 min

7.16.26 Consumer Interactions; Polunsky Beitel Green on 50 Years; Data Data Data

Today’s episode begins with an overview of the ways consumers are interacting with originators. Plus, Robbie interviews Polunsky Beitel Green’s Allan Polunsky, Jay Beitel, and Marty Green on the evolution of the mortgage industry from a legal perspective over the past five decades, and the legal and regulatory challenges lenders face today. And we close with retail sales and jobless claims figures.Thanks to Zillow Home Loans, Zillow’s in-house mortgage lender, for sponsoring this week’s podcasts. By integrating Zillow’s real estate platform with financing, Zillow Home Loans helps buyers move from dreaming about a home to holding the keys. With tools built for modern lending, Zillow Home Loan’s loan officers can focus on guiding buyers with care and confidence. Zillow Home Loans is an equal housing lender. NMLS #10287.The Chrisman Commentary is 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.

July 15, 202620 min

7.15.26 Disinflation Reactions; JPMorgan Chase’s Olivia Barrow Strauss on Policy; Wholesale Prices

Today’s episode begins with market reaction to the lowest CPI inflation report in years. Plus, Robbie interviews JPMorgan Chase’s Olivia Barrow Strauss on today's housing policy landscape, examining why the U.S. continues to under build homes, how smart policy can expand supply and lower costs, and what the passage of the ROAD to Housing Act could mean for the future of housing affordability. And we close with what prices are doing at the wholesale level.Thanks to Zillow Home Loans, Zillow’s in-house mortgage lender, for sponsoring this week’s podcasts. By integrating Zillow’s real estate platform with financing, Zillow Home Loans helps buyers move from dreaming about a home to holding the keys. With tools built for modern lending, Zillow Home Loan’s loan officers can focus on guiding buyers with care and confidence. Zillow Home Loans is an equal housing lender. NMLS #10287.The Chrisman Commentary is 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.

July 14, 202630 min

7.14.26 Fed Progress; MCT's Leslie Winick on Strategy; Benign CPI Report

Today’s episode includes a look at the progress the Federal Reserve is making against inflation, and toward an all-Treasury balance sheet. Plus, Robbie interviews MCT’s Leslie Winick on the evolving role of a Chief Strategy Officer, exploring how technology companies can stand out in the AI era through customer-centric strategy, operational excellence, effective change management, and goal alignment. And we close with reaction to the release of lower than expected inflation figures.Thanks to Zillow Home Loans, Zillow’s in-house mortgage lender, for sponsoring this week’s podcasts. By integrating Zillow’s real estate platform with financing, Zillow Home Loans helps buyers move from dreaming about a home to holding the keys. With tools built for modern lending, Zillow Home Loan’s loan officers can focus on guiding buyers with care and confidence. Zillow Home Loans is an equal housing lender. NMLS #10287.The Chrisman Commentary is 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.

July 13, 202620 min

7.13.26 Rates on the Up; Zillow Home Loans' Eric Wilson on Borrower Journey; Economic Calendar

Today’s episode includes a discussion on why mortgage rates have gone up recently. Plus, Robbie interviews Zillow Home Loans’ Eric Wilson on how the company is guiding buyers with care and confidence, helping them move from pre-approval through closing with support from centralized processing, underwriting, and closing teams. And we close with a look ahead at this week's economic calendar.Thanks to Zillow Home Loans, Zillow’s in-house mortgage lender, for sponsoring this week’s podcasts. By integrating Zillow’s real estate platform with financing, Zillow Home Loans helps buyers move from dreaming about a home to holding the keys. With tools built for modern lending, Zillow Home Loan’s loan officers can focus on guiding buyers with care and confidence. Zillow Home Loans is an equal housing lender. NMLS #10287.The Chrisman Commentary is 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.