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On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about mortgage rates and why they aren't dropping along with oil prices. Related to this episode: Why mortgage rates haven't followed oil prices by moving lower HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: Trump abruptly delays signing of 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act Why mortgage rates haven't followed oil prices by moving lower HUD tests a new Operation Breakthrough for today's housing crisis Fannie and Freddie's new rules change the playbook for condo buyers, sellers and managers alike Fannie Mae to expand title pilot program, Pulte says Want more from Sarah? Don't forget to subscribe! 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Bob Broeksmit, president and CEO at the Mortgage Bankers Association, to talk about updates to loan officer compensation and the big wins for housing in the 21st century ROAD to Housing Act. Related to this episode: Congress reaches bipartisan agreement on ROAD to Housing Act HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: Keys to the housing market for the rest of 2026 SERHANT. expands into Texas with 13 founding agents When will home sales finally return to normal? UWM, Two Harbors CEOs clash in emails ahead of CCM deal vote Why mortgage rates haven't followed oil prices by moving lower Want more from Sarah? Don't forget to subscribe! 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the latest housing data and what to look for the rest of the year. Related to this episode: Keys to the housing market for the rest of 2026 HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: Keys to the housing market for the rest of 2026 When will home sales finally return to normal? HUD aims to help multi-story manufactured housing go vertical Bed Bath & Beyond-Fathom deal part of industry's new-ish ecosystem push Five lessons from the first half of the 2026 housing market Want more from Sarah? Don't forget to subscribe! 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Rachel Bader, vice president of audience and growth, about the housing market trends from the first half of 2026 that will shape the rest of the year. Related to this episode: Five lessons from the first half of the 2026 housing market HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire Want more from Sarah? Don't forget to subscribe! 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the Fed meeting and housing starts. Related to this episode: 3 quick takes on Kevin Warsh's first Fed meeting HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: 3 quick takes on Kevin Warsh's first Fed meeting Warsh era at the Fed begins with rate pause amid spiking inflation Five lessons from the first half of the 2026 housing market The ‘Beyond' is brokerage: Bed Bath & Beyond's surprising bet on real estate Congress reaches bipartisan agreement on ROAD to Housing Act Want more from Sarah? Don't forget to subscribe! 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.
On today's episode, Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami talks about Kevin Warsh's first Fed meeting as chairman and what his comments mean for mortgage rates. Related to this episode: Warsh era at the Fed begins with rate pause amid spiking inflation HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire Want more from Sarah? Don't forget to subscribe! 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.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trinedaypress Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trinedaypress X: https://x.com/TrineDay In this Episode, Kris Millegan and Todd Baumann talk to TrineDay authors Dan Luzadder and Bill Conroy about corruption and how it operates, and what we can DO about it. Bill Conroy is the author of The Great Pretense: A Tour Through the Boneyard of the CIA's War for Drugs: https://trineday.com/products/the-great-pretense-a-tour-through-the-boneyards-of-the-cia-s-war-for-drugsConroy's 40-year journalism career has focused heavily on investigative reporting — as an editor-in-chief, managing editor and reporter. His work has been published online and in print for a range of publications, including daily newspapers; alternative and business weeklies; magazines; and national online publications, such as the Daily Beast, Narco News and HousingWire. He also have appeared in investigative documentaries aired by major networks, including the BBC, CNBC, the History Channel, Prime Video and Al Jazeera-Europe. Dan Luzadder is the author of The Manchurian Journalist: Lawrence Wright, the CIA, and the Corruption of American Journalism: https://trineday.com/products/manchurian-journalist-lawrence-wright-the-cia-and-the-corruption-of-american-journalismDan Luzadder is an American journalist and author whose lengthy newspaper career began as a teenaged police reporter in the last days of linotypes. He came of age amid hagiographic newsroom characters who believed shoe leather reporting, tight deadlines and well-placed sources were journalism's divinity. He has written for the New York Daily News and the New York Times, shared a Pulitzer Prize (1983) for general local reporting, won a national public service award from the American Bar Association for exposing corruption in federal courts, and is a member of the Scripps Howard Journalism Hall of Fame. He resides with his wife, Nancy, in the Pacific Northwest. He is the author of The Manchurian Journalist: Lawrence Wright, the CIA and the Corruption of American Journalism. (Trine Day). He is currently at work on a book and investigative documentary series on a cold-case crime spree in Speedway, Indiana in 1978, and is completing a book exploring the American myth of Al Capone.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with real estate coach Darryl Davis about Google's nationwide expansion of their real estate listings inside mobile search and what that means for the MLSs, top brokerages and consumers. Related to this episode: Google went national. Now who negotiates for the MLS? HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: What to look for in Kevin Warsh's first Fed meeting FHFA pushes for direct power to sue for mortgage fraud UWM fails to submit revised bid for Two Harbors, seller says Unlock CEO Jim Riccitelli says home equity investments need ‘purpose-built regulation' Why hazard insurance is becoming a housing market constraint 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about mortgage rates after the peace deal and in the midst of Fed week. Related to this episode: How much will mortgage rates fall with the Iran deal and Fed week? HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: HUD would permit multi-story manufactured homes without a permanent chassisoy Advisors says How much will mortgage rates fall with the Iran deal and Fed week? Why housing demand is up and inventory is down in 2026 UWM fails to submit revised bid for Two Harbors, seller says Google listing ads raise questions about IDX licensing 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about this week's Fed meeting — the first under new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh — and how many rate hikes we should be expecting this year. Related to this episode: Markets await Warsh's first meeting as Fed chair HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: Google expands real estate listing ads to all 50 states The Iran conflict hasn't pushed oil and yields higher this week — here's why Jay Clayton tapped for DNI role as Congress pushes back on Pulte OneTrust sues UWM, E Mortgage Capital over trade secret theft AI could push real estate commissions lower, Alloy Advisors says 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about how oil prices and mortgage rates have moved this week amid the Iran conflict. Related to this episode: The Iran conflict hasn't pushed oil and yields higher this week — here's why HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: Google expands real estate listing ads to all 50 states Why purchase applications are rising even as mortgage rates climb Existing home sales beat estimates, what it signals for 2026 Figure CEO Michael Tannenbaum on the strategy behind $717M Kiavi purchase CoStar targets Zillow Preview in amicus filing over MRED feed 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Senior Real Estate Reporter Brooklee Han about the competition for listings between Multiple Listing Services (MLSs) who are spreading beyond their usual geographical boundaries, as well as listing portals like Zillow and CoStar. Related to this episode: CoStar targets Zillow Preview in amicus filing over MRED feed MLSs compete on rules and partnerships as listing control shifts HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: Existing home sales beat estimates, what it signals for 2026 Synergy One to merge with APM; Steve Majerus named president MLSs compete on rules and partnerships as listing control shifts Outgoing Frank Cassidy on running FHA more like a business May inflation climbs to 4.2%, Fed likely stays on hold 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.
day's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with two executives from MeridianLink — JP Kelley, senior vice president of mortgage, and Troy Coggila, chief product and strategy officer — about using AI to gain speed and accuracy in the loan process. Related to this episode: MeridianLink expands AI offerings as volume, customer growth accelerate HousingWire | YouTube More info about 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about existing home sales and the jump in first-time homebuyers. Related to this episode: Existing home sales beat estimates, what it signals for 2026 HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: HousingWire acquires Keeping Current Matters to deepen local data for agents Existing home sales beat estimates, what it signals for 2026 UWM sanctioned after judge orders Ishbia deposition Mortgage and real estate battle for the top of the funnel HUD pilots robotics-built housing and automated permitting 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about what happens to mortgage rates if the Iran conflict continues past July 4. The two also discuss the latest housing market tracker data. Related to this episode: Continued Iran conflict raises mortgage rate risk into late 2026 HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: Continued Iran conflict raises mortgage rate risk into late 2026 CFPB guidance points mortgage lenders to consider borrower immigration status Housing demand stays positive with mortgage rates near 2026 highs Boston's international business boom equals more demand for housing Florida, California counties top ATTOM list of high-risk housing markets 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with CEO Clayton Collins about HousingWire's acquisition of Keeping Current Matters. Related to this episode: HousingWire acquires Keeping Current Matters to deepen local data for agents HousingWire | YouTube More info about 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the jobs report and what it means for mortgage rates. Related to this episode: The truth about the jobs data in 2026 HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: The truth about the jobs data in 2026 NALHFA: HUD cuts would worsen housing affordability challenges RealTrends Verified 2026 shows higher sales volume for teams, agents in 2025 FHA Commissioner Frank Cassidy steps down Secondary mortgage market waits for data, creates workarounds amid shift to alternative credit scores 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.
Your listing appointment conversion rate is either building your income or quietly destroying it. Most agents have no idea which one it is.The average agent goes on 100 appointments and takes 20 listings. I go on 100 and take 85. That gap is not talent. It is not market conditions. It is not your CMA or your photography or how many years you have been in the business. It is skill. Specifically, it is seven skills that almost nobody in this industry is actually practicing.Here is what I cover in this session:✅ Why your listing presentation skills are the single biggest lever on your income and why good service has nothing to do with winning the listing✅ The three stages of every listing presentation strategy that separates agents taking 20 listings from agents taking 85✅ The exact real estate scripts for listings you need across all seven seller conversations, from setting the appointment through handling price objections and presenting low offers✅ Why most agents are winging it and how to build a listing presentation close that works even when sellers push back on commission and contract length✅ The math that proves how to take more listings is a skills problem, not a leads problem, and what to do about it starting this weekI sold 2,000 homes. 80% from listings. 100 deals a year for 10 consecutive years. I built a real estate coaching company that Housing Wire named one of the top 25 in the country. I am not theorizing. I am reporting what works and showing you the system.If your income is not where it should be, your listing appointment conversion rate is the first place to look. Watch this.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about jobs Friday and what it could mean for mortgage rates. Related to this episode: For mortgage rates, it's not labor over inflation anymore HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: The housing markets that missed the pandemic boom are quietly outperforming Sam Valverde: Pulte's DNI role won't sideline GSE reform Small investors, not Wall Street, are tightening the path to homeownership New York AG probes Compass-Anywhere acquisition Who can buy a top-20 builder now? Berkshire resets board calculus 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about how labor and inflation influence mortgage rates. The two also discuss housing demand. Related to this episode: For mortgage rates, it's not labor over inflation anymore HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: For mortgage rates, it's not labor over inflation anymore The housing markets that missed the pandemic boom are quietly outperforming Housing inventory just turned negative year over year Why CoStar, Berkshire Hathaway are betting big on homebuilding Sam Valverde: Pulte's DNI role won't sideline GSE reform 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Matt VanFossen, CEO of Absolute Home Mortgage and the president of the New Jersey Mortgage Bankers Association, about Trump appointing FHFA Director Bill Pulte as the acting director of national intelligence. Related to this episode: Trump names FHFA Director Pulte acting director of national intelligence HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: Trump names FHFA Director Pulte acting director of national intelligence Housing inventory just turned negative year over year Berkshire's big housing bet: What agents should pay attention to For mortgage rates, it's not labor over inflation anymore Opinion: Compass has made the MLS its proxy 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.
On today's sponsored episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Jonathan Scarpati, chief production officer at Finance of America, about the shift in consumer behavior that has homeowners staying in their homes longer — and what that means for lenders. 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the Iran conflict uncertainty and housing inventory going negative year over year. Related to this episode: Housing inventory just turned negative year over year HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: Berkshire Hathaway expands mortgage reach with deal for Taylor Morrison Housing inventory just turned negative year over year What happens to mortgage rates if the Iran conflict is over? As Florida's housing market finds its footing, sellers still face pricing realities Introducing the 2026 Marketing Leaders 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.
Will mortgage rates finally come down if the Iran conflict ends? In this episode of Tom's Take, Tom Toole breaks down what's really happening with mortgage rates, inflation, oil prices, the Fed, and housing demand using real market data from HousingWire, Realtor.com, and current Philadelphia suburban market trends. Tom explains why buyers waiting for a sudden rate crash may be disappointed, what tighter mortgage spreads actually mean, and why inventory, pricing strategy, and affordability are shaping the Main Line, Chester County, Delaware County, and Montgomery County housing markets right now. If you're buying or selling in the Greater Philadelphia area, this is the real estate and mortgage update you need heading into summer and fall 2026. Schedule a call with our team in the comments below. #MortgageRates #PhiladelphiaRealEstate #MainLineRealEstate #TomsTake
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the delinquency data on credit cards and car loans and how that affects the housing market. Related to this episode: Credit card and auto loan delinquencies look like 2008. Housing does not HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: CoStar to buy Zonda from MidOcean Partners NAR urges DOJ and FTC to issue clear guidance on MLSs Is Zillow a public utility? Attorneys weigh in on MRED, Compass suit Fair housing groups sue CFPB, Vought over ECOA lending rule What happens to mortgage rates if the Iran conflict is over? 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.
What happens to mortgage rates if the Iran conflict ends? In this episode of Real Estate News for Investors, Kathy Fettke breaks down new analysis from Logan Mohtashami at HousingWire on the relationship between geopolitical events, inflation, bond yields, and mortgage rates. While easing tensions in the Middle East have helped calm oil markets, mortgage rates remain elevated as inflation stays stubbornly high and Federal Reserve officials take a more hawkish stance. Kathy explains why mortgage spreads have helped prevent rates from moving even higher, what Logan's mortgage rate forecast means for the housing market, and why real estate investors should pay close attention to inflation and Treasury yields. You'll also hear why housing demand has remained resilient despite higher borrowing costs and what could be needed for mortgage rates to move lower. If you're watching the housing market, mortgage rates, or the Federal Reserve's next move, this is an update you won't want to miss. Source: https://www.housingwire.com/articles/what-happens-to-mortgage-rates-if-the-iran-conflict-is-over/
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about what the Iran peace deal, today's economic data and the Fed's stance on inflation mean for mortgage rates. Related to this episode: New home sales fall, but the trend is still sideways HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: What happens to mortgage rates if the Iran conflict is over? Housing markets are adapting to higher rates instead of freezing The wait continues: Two Harbors stalls on CCM merger approval Zillow and CoStar continue to spar over Matterport 3D tours Is Zillow a public utility? Attorneys weigh in on MRED, Compass suit To learn more about Total Expert click here. 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Anthony Lamacchia, founder and CEO of Lamacchia Realty and Crush It in Real Estate, about the listings battle between Zillow, Compass and MRED, and why he thinks it's bad for homebuyers and sellers. Related to this episode: Everything you need to know about Zillow's listing war with MRED and Compass HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: What happens to mortgage rates if the Iran conflict is over? Housing demand stays firm, pushing inventory close to negative YOY Judge orders MRED to restore Zillow listing feeds in Chicago AI adoption in mortgage servicing is accelerating, BlackWolf says FHA will keep tri-merge credit reports amid shift to new scoring models To learn more about Total Expert click here. 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.
The Journey 188. Bill Conroy: A Tour Through the Boneyard of the CIA's War for Drugs TrineDay socials Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trinedaypress Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trinedaypress X: https://x.com/TrineDay As always like and subscribe, and be sure to share far and wide! Video version can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/WaH_qFltyaAIn this video, Kris and Todd speak to Bill Conroy, author of The Great Pretense: A Tour Through the Boneyard of the CIA's War for Drugs available now at Trineday.com: https://trineday.com/products/the-great-pretense-a-tour-through-the-boneyards-of-the-cia-s-war-for-drugs As always like and subscribe, and be sure to share far and wide! The Great Pretense: A Tour Through the Boneyard of the CIA's War for Drugs offers readers a journey to the boneyards of the CIA's “war for drugs” in Latin America and beyond, with all of its complexities and moral dilemmas. Conroy's book, part memoir and part exposé and thriller, is based on Conroy's lived experience over decades of reporting on national security and the illegal drug trade. It emphasizes the vital role of authentic journalism in a landscape marked with manipulation and deceit by powerful entities, such as the CIA. The book highlights the challenges of investigating the intricate relationship between intelligence operations, law enforcers and narco-traffickers. The book also reveals, with evidence, how the CIA operates in the drug war — against other U.S. agencies, or with them, and in ignoring or even enabling cartel drug trafficking — all in pursuit of intelligence-gathering and other opaque national security goals. Conroy's 40-year journalism career has focused heavily on investigative reporting — as an editor-in-chief, managing editor and reporter. His work has been published online and in print for a range of publications, including daily newspapers; alternative and business weeklies; magazines; and national online publications, such as the Daily Beast, Narco News and HousingWire. He also have appeared in investigative documentaries aired by major networks, including the BBC, CNBC, the History Channel, Prime Video and Al Jazeera-Europe. CIA assets and spies must be adept at carrying out illegal deeds overseas and then covering their tracks. That's because the CIA is breaking laws in any foreign nation in which it conducts espionage or other covert operations. CIA brass, by contrast, must concoct a public image and press narrative that conceals or deflects attention from that underlying illegal clandestine reality. It's spy culture. It keeps the gears of “The Great Pretense” in motion.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about what happens to mortgage rates if the Iran conflict is over. Related to this episode: What happens to mortgage rates if the Iran conflict is over? HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: What happens to mortgage rates if the Iran conflict is over? Housing demand stays firm, pushing inventory close to negative YOY FHA will keep tri-merge credit reports amid shift to new scoring models New Fed Chair Warsh loses dove as Waller turns hawkish New federal funding a mixed bag for housing programs To learn more about Total Expert click here. 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the Fed turning hawkish right as new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh is sworn in, and what that means for mortgage rates. Related to this episode: New Fed Chair Warsh loses dove as Waller turns hawkish HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: New Fed Chair Warsh loses dove as Waller turns hawkish Why housing construction can't grow at current demand levels The MRED Zillow legal fight just hit agents and sellers directly Rocket Mortgage, Rocket Pro adopt VantageScore 4.0 CFPB prioritizes Reg X, GSE streamline refis as LO Comp hopes fade To learn more about Total Expert click here. 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about housing construction and recession triggers. Related to this episode: Housing starts stall as new home supply outpaces demand HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: How much higher can mortgage rates go? Lenders wrestle with the nuances of modern credit score pricing Land leases, ARM buydowns emerge as lending options while mortgage rates stay elevated The housing market is increasingly rewarding functionality over scarcity Should America's agents own their own MLS and home search portal? To learn more about Total Expert click here. 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about mortgage rates and whether they've topped out at 6.75% or will go higher. Related to this episode: How much higher can mortgage rates go? HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: Mortgage rates rise as 10-year yield jumps How much higher can mortgage rates go? MRED cuts Zillow access to Chicagoland listing feed Mortgage lenders struggle to compare VantageScore 4.0 and FICO 10T Equity Union uses agent-first model to drive 2025 production To learn more about Total Expert click here. 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 estat
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks to Paul Gigliotti, CEO of California MBA, to talk about how the association is working with the governor's office on a financing solution to rebuild homes affected by the wildfires. The two also discuss the appointment of Rohit Chopra to head the state's new Business and Consumer Services Agency. Related to this episode: Rohit Chopra to head California consumer services agency HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: MBA urges rollback of mortgage rules as rates stay high FHA targets flipping rule repeal and AVM reforms Rocket Mortgage, Redfin launch homebuyer savings program Policies to Unlock Housing Supply and Boost Affordability Why a 2008 housing crash can't happen again To learn more about Total Expert click here. 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.
On today's sponsored episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Tim Quirk, cofounder and Chief Revenue Officer at Purlin, to talk about the merger between Purlin and Final Offer, which provides a compliant, connected transaction. Related to this episode: Purlin and Final Offer merge to launch unified AI real estate platform HousingWire | YouTube More info about 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.
In this episode of The Building Bigger Lives Podcast, Kathryn and Michael discuss the distinction between membership and sponsorship in leadership development, based on a HousingWire session Kathryn attended. They define mentorship as providing guidance and advice through a formal or informal relationship, while sponsorship involves actively advocating for someone's advancement or opportunities, particularly in decision-making settings where the sponsor is not present. Kathryn explains that while mentorship is commonly discussed, sponsorship offers a more impactful way for women to support each other in leadership roles. She provides practical examples of sponsorship in the mortgage industry context, including referring clients to specialists and advocating for team members to take on projects. The conversation emphasizes that effective sponsorship requires building trust and being willing to put one's reputation on the line, while also encouraging listeners to proactively create advocates for themselves by understanding their unique value proposition and seeking feedback from respected colleagues. Building Bigger Lives Podcast https://www.instagram.com/buildingbiggerlives Contact Coach Michael Regan- www.facebook.com/CoachMichaelRegan www.instagram.com/coachmichaelregan/ www.linkedin.com/in/mregan/ Contact Kathryn Pedersen- http://www.instagram.com/steamboatmortgage
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about housing demand amid higher mortgage rates. Related to this episode: Mortgage rates are at yearly highs, but housing demand is still positive HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: Why a 2008 housing crash can't happen again Mortgage rates are at yearly highs, but housing demand is still positive Redfin Early Access adds pre-market and coming soon listings MBA urges rollback of mortgage rules as rates stay high Who owns the listing? The growing push for brokerage data sovereignty To learn more about Total Expert click here. 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the jump in the 10-year yield and what it means for mortgage rates. Related to this episode: HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire The Top 5: Mortgage rates are headed higher as the 10-year yield surges Why a 2008 housing crash can't happen again UWM CTO on how AI is changing mortgage underwriting, servicing Rocket sues UWM for $100M over nonsolicitation pact Positive housing demand leads to inventory almost going negative YOY To learn more about Total Expert click here. 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Real Estate Editor Tracey Velt about brokerage consolidation and data sovereignty. Related to this episode: Compass leads the market, but these eXp, Real are closing the gap HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Total Expert click here. 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the hot inflation numbers and whether he thinks rates are headed up or down in the second half of the year. Related to this episode: Why mortgage purchase apps are holding up even with rising rates HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Total Expert click here. 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about inflation, mortgage spreads and mortgage rates. The two also discuss what to expect next from the Fed. Related to this episode: Inflation is rising, but mortgage spreads have kept rates under 7% HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Total Expert click here. 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about housing demand, inventory, existing home sales and mortgage rates. Related to this episode: Positive housing demand leads to inventory almost going negative YOY HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Total Expert click here. 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the jobs report and how it gives Fed hawks more reason not to cut rates — and maybe even cover to raise them. Related to this episode: Jobs data stabilizes, giving Fed hawks more reason not to cut rates HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Total Expert click here. 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about jobs data, mortgage rates and housing demand. Related to this episode: Mortgage rates climb to 6.5% as global volatility builds HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Total Expert click here. 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Rachel Bader, vice president of audience and growth, about data signals in different regional housing markets, including days on market, price cut percentage and absorption rates, and why homes are selling faster even with more inventory. Related to this article: Inventory is rising as homes sell faster in the 2026 housing market HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Total Expert click here. 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.
Good morning, good afternoon, and welcome back to the podcast! It has been an incredibly busy week and a half. We're slightly off our normal release schedule, but for good reason—there is a ton of movement in the market right now, from foreclosure auctions to a brand-new roadshow I'm putting together across Oklahoma and North Texas. Today, I want to take you behind the curtain of an exclusive event I attended right here in my backyard of Austin, Texas: HousingWire's "The Gathering." HousingWire is arguably the premier source for mortgage and housing industry news, and their annual event at the Omni Barton Creek Resort brings together over a thousand top-tier mortgage professionals. I didn't just go to listen to the speakers; I went to see where the industry is moving. I'm sharing the "Big Three" takeaways that every real estate and note investor needs to know to stay ahead in 2026. Key Industry Shifts & Tech InnovationsThe Power of Networking (and Crashing the Party) The event was a $2,000 ticket, but as I always say, you don't always have to pay to play. I spent four hours walking the vendor floor and meeting with people. In that short window, I made 20 solid connections and even met with a note investor from New York who wants to build a note trading platform. The lesson? Get out there. Whether you're attending a local REIA club or a national conference, the value is in the hallway conversations. Takeaway #1: The AI Revolution is Non-Negotiable The overwhelming factor at the event was AI. It is no longer just a buzzword; it is becoming the backbone of high-performing teams. AI Agents: Companies are now using AI agents to handle "contract-to-close" management, scheduling, and even cold-calling leads. Maximizing Output: The focus is on minimizing manual input to maximize output, allowing smaller teams to outperform larger, legacy operations. Due Diligence: We are personally looking at ways to integrate AI for better borrower outreach and more efficient due diligence. Takeaway #2: Rethinking Your Tech Stack If you haven't updated your "tech stack"—your combination of CRM, booking tools, and communication apps—in a while, you are likely overpaying. Consolidation: Modern apps are combining Zoom, Calendly, and webinar platforms into one compact space. Cost Savings: By streamlining our house tools, we're looking at saving $1,200 to $2,000 a year while gaining better features for our webinars and training classes. Takeaway #3: The Return of Distressed Assets There was a heavy focus on the return of the distressed borrower. Now that COVID-era handouts have expired, we are seeing a visible trend in rising foreclosures and defaults across the country. Probate Solutions: I connected with a company called Scriber that specializes in expediting the probate process—potentially cutting it down to 30 days. This is a game-changer for those of us buying reverse mortgages or HECM loans where probate is often a major roadblock. Credit Optimization: New services are helping non-performing note buyers by "hand-holding" borrowers to optimize their credit scores, making them eligible for refinancing sooner. The market is changing, and the "MacGyver style" of investing—trying to piece things together with duct tape—is not going to work anymore. You have to invest in yourself, upgrade your marketing, and embrace the technology that is available today. Don't sit on the sidelines just trying to wholesale for thin margins. Develop the skills to handle these deals yourself. Go out, take some action, and we'll see you at the top!Watch the Original Video HERE!Book a Call With Scott HERE!Sign up for the next FREE One-Day Note Class HERE!Sign up for the WCN Membership HERE!Sign up for the next Note Buying For Dummies Workshop HERE!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the Note Closers Show community today:WeCloseNotes.comThe Note Closers Show FacebookThe Note ClosGet Signed Up For the Next Note Buying Workshop HERE!
On today's sponsored episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Larry Lawrence, head of ICE Climate at Intercontinental Exchange, and Andy Walden, head of mortgage and housing market research at ICE, about climate risk and housing affordability. Related to this episode: Climate risk is already reshaping the U.S. housing market ICE Mortgage Monitor ICE Climate HousingWire | YouTube More info about 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about how mortgage rates are reacting to escalation of the war with Iran. The two also discuss jobs week and what to look for in the jobs data. Related to this episode: Mortgage spreads are the only thing keeping rates under 7% HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Total Expert click here. 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.
n today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami about the direction of home prices and division at the Federal Reserve over interest rates. Related to this episode: Case-Shiller: Home price growth remained slow in February HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Total Expert click here. 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.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Nykia Wright, CEO of the National Association of Realtors, about how she is building accountability and transparency for the association's nearly 1.5 million members. Related to this episode: Nykia Wright outlines NAR transparency and antitrust reset HousingWire | YouTube More info about 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.