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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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Recent Guests

Rob Bhatt
LendingTree staff writer and licensed insurance agent
LendingTree
Episode: 5.20.26 Rate Cut Versus Hike; LendingTree’s Rob Bhatt on Insurance Costs; Warsh Outlook
Kristen Britton
CEO of Acrisure National Lender Services
Acrisure
Episode: 5.19.26 ARM Resurgence; Acrisure’s Kristen Britton on Fraud Prevention; Near Term Catalysts
Craig Montgomery
Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Retail Lending at Lower Mortgage
Lower Mortgage
Episode: 5.18.26 Rent Versus Own; Lower’s Craig Montgomery on Origination Trends; Shifting Rate Expectations
Delores Lopez
Chief Operating Officer of Click n Close
Click n Close
Episode: 5.15.26 Proxy Wars and Delinquencies; Click n' Close’s Delores Lopez on Operations; The Week That Was
Ryan Metcalf
VP of Public Affairs at Flex
Flex
Episode: 5.14.26 MBS Performance; Flex’s Ryan Metcalf on Demand; Consumer Consumption Characteristics
Chris Gufford
Chief Product Officer at NCino
NCino
Episode: 5.13.26 Inflation and The Fed; nCino’s Chris Gufford on Product Redesign; PPI Follows CPI
Geoffrey Sharp
Managing director at Eris Innovations, expert in hedging non-agency production
Eris Innovations
Episode: 5.11.26 Conference Previews and Chatter; Eris Innovations' Geoffrey Sharp on Hedging Non-Agency; Payrolls Reaction
Kim Lanham
Senior Vice President of Client Services at Digital Risk
Digital Risk
Episode: 5.8.26 Prepayment Primer; Digital Risk’s Kim Lanham on Market Dynamics; April Nonfarm Payrolls
Dan Kellett
Oversees IT and strategy spanning applications, data, cybersecurity, and infrastructure.
FirstClose
Episode: 5.7.26 Earnings and Volumes; FirstClose's Dan Kellett on Seamless Experience; Powell Respective

Hosts

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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5.19.26 ARM Resurgence; Acrisure’s Kristen Britton on Fraud Prevention; Near Term Catalysts
Q: One of the questions is, who's accountable if something goes wrong?
Lenders are ultimately accountable for failures or buybacks; they cannot shift responsibility to an AI vendor, which underscores the need for comprehensive, end-to-end risk management and due diligence when adopting new tech.
5.18.26 Rent Versus Own; Lower’s Craig Montgomery on Origination Trends; Shifting Rate Expectations
Q: What are the eight areas of separation between retail IMBs, and how do they translate into Lower Mortgage's strategy?
The eight areas—financial strength, operational excellence, products, pricing, marketing, technology, autonomy and control, and opportunities plus customer success—collectively define how Lower Mortgage differentiates itself, from speedy underwriting to innovative technology and strong agent ecosystems.
5.18.26 Rent Versus Own; Lower’s Craig Montgomery on Origination Trends; Shifting Rate Expectations
Q: Before we talk about winning business, can you take us inside the role of a Chief Strategy Officer in this digital and modern age?
The CSO coordinates corporate strategy, growth direction, competitive positioning, partnerships, capital allocation, and cross-functional alignment to ensure the company scales effectively and remains aligned across sales, marketing, product/tech, and capital markets.
5.20.26 Rate Cut Versus Hike; LendingTree’s Rob Bhatt on Insurance Costs; Warsh Outlook
Q: What do you see as the core mechanics driving the rapid rise in home insurance costs relative to inflation and income growth?
Insurers price risk using large-scale disaster data, rising reconstruction costs, and credit-based pricing; when disaster events spike and rebuilding costs climb, premiums must rise to cover expected payouts, and even moderate changes in risk mix can disproportionately impact affordability.
5.14.26 MBS Performance; Flex’s Ryan Metcalf on Demand; Consumer Consumption Characteristics
Q: How does Flex4Good operate, and what is its impact on renters at risk of eviction?
Flex4Good is a non-profit that delivers direct rental assistance through Flex's platform, similar to Airbnb.org in model, identifying renters at risk and sending funds to landlords to prevent eviction and maintain housing stability.

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What is Chrisman Commentary about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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Recent guests on Chrisman Commentary include:

1. Rob Bhatt
2. Kristen Britton
3. Craig Montgomery
4. Delores Lopez
5. Ryan Metcalf
6. Chris Gufford
7. Geoffrey Sharp
8. Kim Lanham

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