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HousingWire
The HousingWire Daily podcast brings the full picture of the most compelling stories in the housing market reported across HousingWire. Each morning, listen to editor in chief Sarah Wheeler talk to leading industry voices and get a deeper look behind the scenes of the top mortgage and real estate stories. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.
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Aug 23, 2023 • 30min
The CFPB is stepping up RESPA enforcement
On today’s podcast, HW Media editor Chris Clow sits down with managing editor James Kleimann to talk about a recent enforcement action by the CFPB against a mortgage lender and how the average independent mortgage bank faired in Q2 compared to Q1.Related to this episode:
CFPB fines Freedom Mortgage and Realty Connect nearly $2 million for illegal kickbacks
The average IMB lost $534 per loan in Q2, a big improvement from Q1
HousingWire’s YouTube Channel
Enjoy the episode!HousingWire Annual is where the community from across the housing ecosystem comes together to share strategies, drive business, discover new technologies, discuss best practices, and meet industry leaders. Our agenda is power packed with content to propel your company to the next level and connect you with the industry playmakers. Click here to learn more!The HousingWire Daily podcast examines the most compelling articles reported across HW Media. Each morning, we provide our listeners with a deeper look into the stories coming across our newsrooms that are helping Move Markets Forward. Hosted and produced by the HW Media team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 22, 2023 • 35min
Ted Tozer on IMB liquidity issues
On today’s podcast, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Ted Tozer, former president and CEO of Ginnie Mae and a non-resident fellow at Urban Institute, about liquidity issues, expanding down payment assistance programs, and how Ginnie Mae can help IMBs weather the next recession.Related to this episode:
Ted Tozer - Urban Institute
Alanna McCargo: Nonbank liquidity issues must be addressed
HousingWire’s YouTube Channel
Enjoy the episode!HousingWire Annual is where the community from across the housing ecosystem comes together to share strategies, drive business, discover new technologies, discuss best practices, and meet industry leaders. Our agenda is power packed with content to propel your company to the next level and connect you with the industry playmakers. Click here to learn more!The HousingWire Daily podcast examines the most compelling articles reported across HW Media. Each morning, we provide our listeners with a deeper look into the stories coming across our newsrooms that are helping Move Markets Forward. Hosted and produced by the HW Media team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 21, 2023 • 32min
Logan Mohtashami on the industry’s fear of 8% mortgage rates
Lead Analyst Logan Mohtasami discusses the potential of 8% mortgage rates and its impact on the housing industry. They analyze the dire inventory situation and stress the need for more supply and choices. The podcast also highlights the benefits of attending the Housing Wire Annual event and the challenges of analyzing and conveying housing data.

Aug 18, 2023 • 33min
James Kleimann on climate challenges in Arizona, Hawaii and Florida markets
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Managing Editor James Kleimann about how climate change is impacting housing markets in Arizona, Hawaii and Florida.Related to this episode:
Phoenix building restrictions squeeze construction firms and agents
As government relief enters Maui, the insurance landscape could change
HousingWire’s YouTube Channel
Enjoy the episode!HousingWire Annual is where the community from across the housing ecosystem comes together to share strategies, drive business, discover new technologies, discuss best practices, and meet industry leaders. Our agenda is power packed with content to propel your company to the next level and connect you with the industry playmakers. Click here to learn more!The HousingWire Daily podcast examines the most compelling articles reported across HW Media. Each morning, we provide our listeners with a deeper look into the stories coming across our newsrooms that are helping Move Markets Forward. Hosted and produced by the HW Media team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 17, 2023 • 30min
Logan Mohtashami on the Fed’s housing mindset
Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami joins the host to criticize the Federal Reserve's understanding of housing economics and their inconsistent statements. They discuss the lack of correlation between inflation and mortgage rates, the impact of high rates on growth, and the recent builder sentiment. The podcast also teases an upcoming debate on the housing market and introduces a keynote speaker for an annual housing event.

Aug 16, 2023 • 40min
Mike Simonsen’s second-half forecast for inventory and home prices
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Mike Simonsen, President of Altos Research, about inventory and home prices in different housing markets across the country, and what to expect from the housing market this fall.Related to this episode:
Data points to a cooling in the housing market this fall
HousingWire’s YouTube Channel
Enjoy the episode!HousingWire Annual is where the community from across the housing ecosystem comes together to share strategies, drive business, discover new technologies, discuss best practices, and meet industry leaders. Our agenda is power packed with content to propel your company to the next level and connect you with the industry playmakers. Click here to learn more!The HousingWire Daily podcast examines the most compelling articles reported across HW Media. Each morning, we provide our listeners with a deeper look into the stories coming across our newsrooms that are helping Move Markets Forward. Hosted and produced by the HW Media team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 15, 2023 • 34min
Nima Ghamsari on mortgage lending to Gen Z
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Nima Ghamsari, cofounder and CEO of Blend, about what lenders are doing to grow in this market, and what homebuying will look like for Gen Z.Related to this episode:
Connect with Nima on LinkedIn
Blend
Inside Blend’s high stakes transformation
HousingWire’s YouTube Channel
Enjoy the episode!HousingWire Annual is where the community from across the housing ecosystem comes together to share strategies, drive business, discover new technologies, discuss best practices, and meet industry leaders. Our agenda is power packed with content to propel your company to the next level and connect you with the industry playmakers. Click here to learn more!The HousingWire Daily podcast examines the most compelling articles reported across HW Media. Each morning, we provide our listeners with a deeper look into the stories coming across our newsrooms that are helping Move Markets Forward. Hosted and produced by the HW Media team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 14, 2023 • 29min
Logan Mohtashami on where mortgage rates are going
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Analyst Logan Mohtashami about mortgage rates and what we should expect after the inflation data and bond auctions last week.Related to this episode:
Mortgage rates rise again, but look poised to drop in the fall
Inflation data laying groundwork for the Fed to pivot
HousingWire’s YouTube Channel
Enjoy the episode!HousingWire Annual is where the community from across the housing ecosystem comes together to share strategies, drive business, discover new technologies, discuss best practices, and meet industry leaders. Our agenda is power packed with content to propel your company to the next level and connect you with the industry playmakers. Click here to learn more!The HousingWire Daily podcast examines the most compelling articles reported across HW Media. Each morning, we provide our listeners with a deeper look into the stories coming across our newsrooms that are helping Move Markets Forward. Hosted and produced by the HW Media team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 11, 2023 • 26min
James Kleimann on the state of the jumbo market
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Managing Editor James Kleimann about the state of the jumbo market, which the HousingWire newsroom covered in a two-part, data-driven series this week.Related to this episode:
The jumbo market’s turning point (Part I)
The jumbo market is up for grabs (Part II)
HousingWire’s YouTube Channel
Enjoy the episode!HousingWire Annual is where the community from across the housing ecosystem comes together to share strategies, drive business, discover new technologies, discuss best practices, and meet industry leaders. Our agenda is power packed with content to propel your company to the next level and connect you with the industry playmakers. Click here to learn more!The HousingWire Daily podcast examines the most compelling articles reported across HW Media. Each morning, we provide our listeners with a deeper look into the stories coming across our newsrooms that are helping Move Markets Forward. Hosted and produced by the HW Media team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 10, 2023 • 27min
Logan Mohtashami on inflation and a Fed pivot
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about inflation and whether the Fed is about to pivot. The two also discuss housing inventory.Related to this episode:
Housing inventory stalls: Less than 3K homes added
HousingWire’s YouTube Channel
Enjoy the episode!HousingWire Annual is where the community from across the housing ecosystem comes together to share strategies, drive business, discover new technologies, discuss best practices, and meet industry leaders. Our agenda is power packed with content to propel your company to the next level and connect you with the industry playmakers. Click here to learn more!The HousingWire Daily podcast examines the most compelling articles reported across HW Media. Each morning, we provide our listeners with a deeper look into the stories coming across our newsrooms that are helping Move Markets Forward. Hosted and produced by the HW Media team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices