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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 ... more

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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 ... more

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 perspec... more

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 sm... more

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 tec... more

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Likhitha Mahendar Singh
Senior Scientist, Experian's Housing Business
Experian
Episode: 6.30.26 Investor Outlook; Experian’s Likhitha Mahendar Singh on First-Time Home Buyers; Hawkish Versus Dovish
Jason Legare
Executive vice president of technology at Clear Capital
Clear Capital
Episode: 6.29.26 AI in Mortgage; Clear Capital's Jason Legare on Appraisal Modernization; Implied Volume Implications
Stephen Ornstein
Partner, Co-leader of Alston & Bird's Consumer Financial Services Team
Alston & Bird
Episode: 6.25.26 Land of Opportunity; Alston & Bird's Stephen Ornstein on RESPA; Fed Stress Tests
Carl Markman
Helix executive
Helix (Homebridge/Remit platform)
Episode: 6.23.26 Road To Housing; HELIX’s Carl Markman and Frank Perugini on New Product(s); Agency MBS Performance
Frank Perugini
Helix executive
Helix (Homebridge/Remit platform)
Episode: 6.23.26 Road To Housing; HELIX’s Carl Markman and Frank Perugini on New Product(s); Agency MBS Performance
Mark Walser
Senior Vice President of Sales at Class Valuation
Class Valuation
Episode: 6.22.26 Industry Advocacy; Class Valuation’s Mark Walser on UAD 3.6; Caring About Inflation
Bruno Viscariello
Senior Vice President and Director of Mortgage Sales at Provident Bank
Provident Bank
Episode: 6.19.26 Bank of Mom and Dad; Provident Bank’s Bruno Viscariello on Consumer Behavior; Low-FICO Mortgages
Eric Ellman
President of the National Consumer Reporting Association
National Consumer Reporting Association
Episode: 6.18.26 New Fed Framework; NCRA's Eric Ellman on Consumer Wellbeing; Regional Housing
Michael Vandi
Founder and CEO of Addy AI
Addy AI
Episode: 6.17.26 Servicing Treasure Trove; Addy AI’s Michael Vandi on Productivity; Rate Swap Markets

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Robbie Chrisman
Host of daily mortgage news briefing and commentator segments focusing on market updates and leadership in mortgage tech.
Rob Chrisman
Co-host and industry commentator with deep roots in mortgage lending and commentary.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • Enjoyed the latest Episode from 3.15.23

    Just listen to the playback, appreciate you having me on the show. The irony of the echo chamber as a podcast host led me to leave this review! Enjoyed the interview, thanks for having me on the show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Quinton Harris
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome, insightful and always relevant

    I’ve been following Rob for years. His information is always helpful, insightful, relevant to the industry, mainly for industry professionals. The constant updates always keep the readers/listeners ahead of the curve and up to the minute changes, updates. In an ever changing market, environment, it’s always important to be the subject matter expert that he wants everyone to be.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    174-067-019
    United States4 years ago
  • Accuracy with candor

    This is the Mortgage Industry podcast I can stay faithful to. Rob has been great at providing info to us professionals for a while now, and this method of delivering updates has only increased my ability to help others, but also keeps me grounded with good perspective and outlooks. Thanks Rob!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ebanking
    United States5 years ago
  • Hear it anytime

    You’d think a retired mortgage guy has plenty of time to read the daily Blog....nope. But now I can hike, bike, golf and listen anytime during my “busy” days. Bravo Rob!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B D Shea
    United States5 years ago
  • Relevant

    The best six minutes of my day! Very informative. Awesome resource.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GeorgeW120
    United States5 years ago

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Guest episodes offer practical, actionable takeaways for lenders and fintechs.
Professional, data-driven insights on mortgage markets.
Hosts consistently deliver timely updates with interviews from industry leaders.
Shows are concise and value-focused for busy industry professionals.

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6.30.26 Investor Outlook; Experian’s Likhitha Mahendar Singh on First-Time Home Buyers; Hawkish Versus Dovish
Q: What practical framework helps lenders gauge readiness and risk?
The Comfort Zone framework measures when a borrower's projected mortgage payment sits within 1.25 to 1.75 times the prior rent, a zone where delinquency remains low and transition rates are higher, guiding product design and outreach.
6.30.26 Investor Outlook; Experian’s Likhitha Mahendar Singh on First-Time Home Buyers; Hawkish Versus Dovish
Q: How can lenders identify mortgage-ready renters earlier in their journey?
By using layered data signals—income trajectory, credit profile, debt-to-income, local affordability indicators, escrow costs, HOA fees, and rent payment activity—lenders can identify those who are truly ready to act within a defined time window and tailor messages accordingly.
6.30.26 Investor Outlook; Experian’s Likhitha Mahendar Singh on First-Time Home Buyers; Hawkish Versus Dovish
Q: What does the modern first-time homebuyer look like today?
The traditional image of a young renter buying a starter home has shifted; many first-time buyers are now in their mid-to-late 30s due to affordability constraints, rising rents, and debt, but there remains substantial demand and a large number of financially qualified buyers who can be reached with the right data and timing.
6.12.26 Shrinkflation and Credit; The Disciplined Investor’s Andrew Horowitz on Asset Classes; Prepayment Trends
Q: What types of investors are typically attracted to mortgage-related investments and why?
The guest notes there are two primary investor profiles: risk-averse, often retirees needing capital preservation, and longer-horizon investors willing to take on more risk for higher yields. Mortgages provide a blend of safety and yield, and the structure of pools, ratings, locations, and prepayment behavior influence suitability for different risk tolerances.
6.12.26 Shrinkflation and Credit; The Disciplined Investor’s Andrew Horowitz on Asset Classes; Prepayment Trends
Q: When we think about portfolio management, what does that mean generally speaking, and how do mortgages fit into that equation?
Horowitz explains that portfolio management is about aligning diverse, complementary areas of the market to maximize risk-adjusted returns, with mortgages fitting into the mix as a balance between yield, duration, prepayment risk, and overall risk. He emphasizes screening for high-level factors like the beauty of diversification and the role of mortgage-backed securities as potential lower-risk, income-generating components within a broader strategy.

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This show delivers concise daily takes on mortgage market dynamics, capital markets, and regulatory shifts, anchored by timely market data and a steady flow of industry interviews. Episodes frequently pair quick market briefings with executive-level discussions on operations, lending strategies, and fintech-enabled mortgage processes. A standout pattern is the recurring conversation with leaders from mortgage tech, servicing, and specialty lending, plus coverage of volatility, policy signals, and trends shaping borrower behavior. The format is particularly useful for practitioners seeking rapid, practical insights and for sponsors aiming to reach mortgage professionals and tech-forward lenders.

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7. Bruno Viscariello
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