In this episode of Lending Forward, we dive deep into the evolving regulatory landscape with Mike Silver, Partner at Husch Blackwell and former CFPB insider. With over a decade shaping consumer finance law, Mike unpacks the uncertain future of the CFPB, its leadership shake-ups, and the impact on mortgage regulations.

Tune in as we discuss:
-The current legal battles surrounding the CFPB
-How state regulators may step up enforcement
-What industry professionals should do to stay compliant
-The need to modernize mortgage regulations to reflect today’s tech-driven landscape

This is a must-listen for mortgage professionals, compliance officers, and industry leaders navigating an unpredictable regulatory environment.

Lending Forward is the home for real discussions about the industry we love. Hear first-hand accounts every week from the people at the heart of the business – Mortgage Bankers, Realtors, Financial Advisors, Coaches, and more – as they cultivate transparency around the future of lending.

So tell us, how are you lending it forward?

In this episode of Lending Forward, host Bill Hitchcock dives deep into the power of mindset with special guest Steve Scanlon, founder of Rewire, a coaching company specializing in mindset transformation. Steve unpacks the science behind narrative circuitry, explaining how the stories we tell ourselves shape our actions, leadership, and success in the mortgage and real estate industries.

Tune in to hear Steve cover-
- Why behavior change without mindset change is ineffective
- How our brains resist change, and how to overcome it
- The role of self-awareness in leadership and sales success
- Practical strategies to shift your mindset for sustainable growth
- and more!

If you’ve ever struggled with action reluctance, habit formation, or self-limiting beliefs, this episode will challenge you to think differently and take actionable steps toward lasting transformation.

Lending Forward is the home for real discussions about the industry we love. Hear first-hand accounts every week from the people at the heart of the business – Mortgage Bankers, Realtors, Financial Advisors, Coaches, and more – as they cultivate transparency around the future of lending.

So tell us, how are you lending it forward?

In this insightful episode of Lending Forward, host Hannah McManus sits down with Pete Mills, Senior VP, Residential Policy & Member Engagement at the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), and Justin Wiseman, VP for Residential Policy & Managing Regulatory Counsel at MBA, to break down the major shifts happening in the mortgage industry.

With a new administration in place, economic policy changes, and evolving regulatory oversight, Pete and Justin share their expert perspectives on:
-How administration changes impact mortgage lending
-GSE reform: What happens if Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac exit conservatorship?
-The future of the CFPB and what it means for mortgage professionals
-Key compliance considerations for lenders in an uncertain regulatory environment
-The impact of market shifts on first-time homebuyers

This episode is packed with valuable insights to help you navigate the road ahead, so tune in now and stay informed about the future of mortgage lending!

Lending Forward is the home for real discussions about the industry we love. Hear first-hand accounts every week from the people at the heart of the business – Mortgage Bankers, Realtors, Financial Advisors, Coaches, and more – as they cultivate transparency around the future of lending.

So tell us, how are you lending it forward?