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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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Mar 30, 2023 • 33min
Logan Mohtashami: The Fed has abandoned housing
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the Federal Reserve’s willingness to let housing stay in recession while bailing out other sectors of the economy. The two also discuss mortgage rates, housing inventory and purchase apps.Related to this episode:
Mortgage demand gets a boost as rates decline for three straight weeks
February pending home sales disappoint, but maybe we’re turning a corner?
HousingWire’s YouTube Channel
Enjoy the episode!Gathering of Eagles will bring together the nation's top residential real estate CEOs, Presidents, and C-Level leadership teams to grow, network, and set the pace for what's next in our industry. 2023's Gathering of Eagles is at Omni Barton Creek Resort in the rolling hill country of Austin, Texas from June 18-21. Click here to learn more and register your spot!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

Mar 29, 2023 • 33min
Brian Zitin on Fannie Mae’s new appraisal options
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Brian Zitin, CEO of Reggora, to talk about the appraisal changes announced by Fannie Mae several weeks ago.Related to this episode:
Connect with Brian on LinkedIn
Reggora
Fannie Mae: Appraisals are no longer the default option
HousingWire’s YouTube Channel
Enjoy the episode!Gathering of Eagles will bring together the nation's top residential real estate CEOs, Presidents, and C-Level leadership teams to grow, network, and set the pace for what's next in our industry. 2023's Gathering of Eagles is at Omni Barton Creek Resort in the rolling hill country of Austin, Texas from June 18-21. Click here to learn more and register your spot!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

Mar 28, 2023 • 35min
Identifying the climate-related risks for big banks
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with George Gallagher, principal of ESG and Climate Change, Natural Hazard and Spatial Solutions at CoreLogic, about climate risk and its impact on housing. The two also discuss the Federal Reserve Board’s pilot Climate Scenario Analysis exercise with six of the biggest banks in the U.S.Related to this episode:
Connect with George on LinkedIn
CoreLogic: Climate Risk Analytics helps predict the future of physical risk
CoreLogic data experts talk all things climate risk
Homebuyers wary of natural disaster-prone areas
HousingWire’s YouTube Channel
Enjoy the episode!Gathering of Eagles will bring together the nation's top residential real estate CEOs, Presidents, and C-Level leadership teams to grow, network, and set the pace for what's next in our industry. 2023's Gathering of Eagles is at Omni Barton Creek Resort in the rolling hill country of Austin, Texas from June 18-21. Click here to learn more and register your spot!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

Mar 27, 2023 • 34min
Logan Mohtashami: will mortgage rates break even lower?
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the 10-year yield and how likely we are to get to 5% mortgage rates. The two also discuss the Federal Reserve and the banking crisis.Related to this episode:
Why industry watchers expect mortgage rates to fluctuate in coming weeks
Fed delivers a 25 bps rate hike amid bank failures
HousingWire’s YouTube Channel
Enjoy the episode!Gathering of Eagles will bring together the nation's top residential real estate CEOs, Presidents, and C-Level leadership teams to grow, network, and set the pace for what's next in our industry. 2023's Gathering of Eagles is at Omni Barton Creek Resort in the rolling hill country of Austin, Texas from June 18-21. Click here to learn more and register your spot!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

Mar 24, 2023 • 34min
Replacing the classic FICO score and fighting appraisal bias
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Managing Editor James Kleimann about the FHFA’s timeline for replacing the classic FICO credit score model. The two also discuss the latest news on appraisal bias.Related to this episode:
FHFA announces timeline to sunset FICO Classic credit model
CFPB and DOJ: Lenders are liable for appraisal discrimination
HousingWire’s YouTube Channel
Enjoy the episode!Gathering of Eagles will bring together the nation's top residential real estate CEOs, Presidents, and C-Level leadership teams to grow, network, and set the pace for what's next in our industry. 2023's Gathering of Eagles is at Omni Barton Creek Resort in the rolling hill country of Austin, Texas from June 18-21. Click here to learn more and register your spot!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

Mar 23, 2023 • 35min
Logan Mohtashami: Was that the Fed’s last rate hike?
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the Fed meeting this week and what it means for mortgage rates. The two also discuss purchase applications and existing home sales.Related to this episode:
Fed delivers a 25 bps rate hike amid bank failures
HousingWire’s YouTube Channel
Enjoy the episode!Gathering of Eagles will bring together the nation's top residential real estate CEOs, Presidents, and C-Level leadership teams to grow, network, and set the pace for what's next in our industry. 2023's Gathering of Eagles is at Omni Barton Creek Resort in the rolling hill country of Austin, Texas from June 18-21. Click here to learn more and register your spot!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

Mar 22, 2023 • 35min
The advantages homebuilders have in this market
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Alex Toth, general manager of homebuilder partnerships at Opendoor, about the latest homebuilder sentiment, which was positive, and the advantages builders have in this market.Related to this episode:
With little competition, homebuilders are feeling better
Connect with Alex on LinkedIn
HousingWire’s YouTube Channel
Enjoy the episode!Gathering of Eagles will bring together the nation's top residential real estate CEOs, Presidents, and C-Level leadership teams to grow, network, and set the pace for what's next in our industry. 2023's Gathering of Eagles is at Omni Barton Creek Resort in the rolling hill country of Austin, Texas from June 18-21. Click here to learn more and register your spot!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

Mar 21, 2023 • 34min
IMBs losing money as the cost to originate goes through the roof
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Managing Editor James Kleimann about the rising cost to originate a mortgage loan and the FHFA’s decision to delay the controversial upfront fee for borrowers with higher debt-to-income ratios.Related to this episode:
Average IMB lost $2,812 per origination in Q4
The mortgage industry doesn’t want the DTI LLPA fee delayed. They want it killed
HousingWire’s YouTube Channel
Enjoy the episode!Gathering of Eagles will bring together the nation's top residential real estate CEOs, Presidents, and C-Level leadership teams to grow, network, and set the pace for what's next in our industry. 2023's Gathering of Eagles is at Omni Barton Creek Resort in the rolling hill country of Austin, Texas from June 18-21. Click here to learn more and register your spot!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

Mar 20, 2023 • 36min
Logan Mohtashami: How will the banking crisis affect mortgage rates?
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the banking crisis and whether it will lead to lower mortgage rates. The two also discuss purchase applications and builder confidence.Related to this episode:
Mortgage rates declined amid banks failures. What’s next?
Latest housing starts data is good for mortgage rates
HousingWire’s YouTube Channel
Enjoy the episode!Gathering of Eagles will bring together the nation's top residential real estate CEOs, Presidents, and C-Level leadership teams to grow, network, and set the pace for what's next in our industry. 2023's Gathering of Eagles is at Omni Barton Creek Resort in the rolling hill country of Austin, Texas from June 18-21. Click here to learn more and register your spot!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

Mar 17, 2023 • 29min
Gary Acosta on the state of Hispanic homeownership
On today’s episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Gary Acosta, co-Founder and CEO of the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals about the newly released 2022 State of Hispanic Homeownership Report.Related to this episode:
Hispanic homeownership rate rose to 48.6% in 2022
Connect with Gary on LinkedIn
HousingWire’s YouTube Channel
Enjoy the episode!Gathering of Eagles will bring together the nation's top residential real estate CEOs, Presidents, and C-Level leadership teams to grow, network, and set the pace for what's next in our industry. 2023's Gathering of Eagles is at Omni Barton Creek Resort in the rolling hill country of Austin, Texas from June 18-21. Click here to learn more and register your spot!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