Freddie Mac Single-Family Home Starts Here

Market Evolution: Optimizing the Seller and Borrower Experience

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Way Home, Phil Treadwell interviews Kevin Kauffman, SVP, Seller Engagement, Single-Family Acquisitions at Freddie Mac, and Bill Lowman, Chairman at American Pacific Mortgage, to discuss the role of data-driven insights, technology and personalized support in navigating market changes. Find out how we’re enhancing the mortgage process for both Sellers and borrowers.

Stay up to Data: Automating Servicing for Sustainable Homeownership

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0500

In this episode of The Way Home, Phil Treadwell interviews Freddie Mac’s Donna Spencer, VP, Servicing Relationships and Performance Management and Linda Du, Chief Operating Officer at Valon Mortgage, about the impact of digital solutions and automation on servicing and the borrower experience.

Forging a New Path: The Future of Servicing Excellence

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0500

In this episode of The Way Home, Freddie Mac’s Mike Reynolds, SVP and Head of Servicing, Single-Family Portfolio and Servicing, chats with Phil Treadwell about the technology, innovations and enhancements that will help move the servicing industry forward.

Identify More Homeownership Opportunities through Technology

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 12:00:00 -0500

In this episode, you’ll hear from experts, Jim Clement, Seller Strategy and Optimization Director, and Angie Wilen, Equitable Housing Senior Director, on how lenders can find equitable housing opportunities by breaking through long-standing myths about technology and embracing digitization and change to uncover “missed opportunities” within Loan Product Advisor®.

Build Your Business with Faith-Based Initiatives

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 14:00:00 -0500

Collaboration with faith-based organizations is one of the most underutilized ways that housing professionals can build their business in the communities they serve. In this episode, Hermond Palmer, Senior Vice President of Outreach and Inclusion at the National Foundation for Credit Counseling shares how lenders can support faith-based organizations and convert those relationships into repeat business.

Close the Gap with Down Payment Assistance

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 13:00:00 -0400

In the latest episode, Monica La Crue, Single-Family Affordable Lending Manager, and Malyna Phan, Branch Manager, Big Valley Mortgage, discuss how real estate professionals can help match borrowers with the right down payment assistance program for their unique needs. Listen to learn more about DPA resources, collaboration between loan officers and real estate professionals and misconceptions about borrowers who require down payment assistance.

The Way Forward: Strategic Partnerships Transforming Industry Practices

Wed, 29 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In our final episode, Erin Langevin, Senior Vice President, National Retail Operations, Guild Mortgage joins guest host Phil Treadwell, founder of M1 Academy and host of the Mortgage Marketing Expert podcast, to discuss the role strategic partnerships play in transforming industry practices

Pathway to Stability: Servicing's Role in Sustainable Homeownership

Tue, 07 May 2024 01:00:00 -0400

In this week’s episode, Donna Spencer, Vice President, Servicing Relationship and Performance Management joins guest host @Phil Treadwell, founder of M1 Academy and host of the Mortgage Marketing Expert podcast, to discuss the importance of servicing for sustainable homeownership and creating new homeownership initiatives.

Helping Homebuyers Win

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 14:00:00 -0400

In this episode Monica La Crue, Freddie Mac Single-Family Affordable Loan Manager and Sandee Lutz, National Renovation Manager at Cross Country Mortgage discuss how real estate professionals can help homebuyers win in today's market through familiarity with flexible loan options. Listen to learn more about down payment assistance, different sources of qualifying income and renovation loans.

Bridge to Home: Innovative Homeownership Solutions

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0400

On this episode of The Way Home, @Danny Gardner, SVP, Single-Family Mission and Community Engagement, joins guest host @Phil Treadwell, founder of M1 Academy and host of the Mortgage Marketing Expert podcast discuss how Freddie Mac solutions, technology capabilities, and innovative product offerings are bridging the home ownership gap.

Educating Tomorrow's Homebuyers Today

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0400

In this episode Monica La Crue, Freddie Mac Single-Family Affordable Lending Manager and Sandee Lutz, National Renovation Sales Manager at CrossCountry Mortgage discuss how real estate professionals can help homebuyers win in today's market through familiarity with flexible loan options. Listen to learn more about down payment assistance, different sources of qualifying income and renovation loans.

Unlocking Lender Perspectives: Quality Control, Technology and Innovation

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400

On this episode of The Way Home, @Kevin Kauffman, VP, Single-Family Seller-Engagement, chats with @Eileen Tu, VP, Product Development and Credit Policy at Rocket Mortgage about how to leverage the lender partnership with Freddie Mac to approach technology advancements, ongoing regulatory changes and Quality Control (QC) in today’s business environment.

Building for Tomorrow Through Equitable & Sustainable Homeownership Initiatives

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Introducing Empower Your Outreach, a podcast series for real estate professionals who want to keep track of housing market trends and strengthen their roles as trusted advisors in the communities they serve. In the inaugural episode, Monica La Crue, Affordable Lending Manager and Tamela Thurman, Equitable Housing Director, discuss how to build for tomorrow through equitable and sustainable homeownership initiatives.

Sustainable Horizons: Navigating Today's Homeownership with Cecelia Raine

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0500

On this week’s episode, Ceclia Raine, VP Servicing Strategy and Integration joins guest host Phil Treadwell, founder of M1 Academy and host of the Mortgage Marketing Expert podcast discuss advancing the servicing industry with smart solutions to drive sustainable homeownership in today’s environment.

Become a Freddie Mac Seller/Servicer: Benefits and Easy Steps to Success with Jennifer Whip

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500

On this week’s episode of The Way Home, guest host Katie Givens, Freddie Mac’s Director of Sales chats with Jennifer Whip, Principal, Cambridge One, to explore the actionable strategies to, and benefits of, becoming an approved Freddie Mac Seller or Servicer.

Navigating Market Ebbs and Flows

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 16:00:00 -0500

In this episode of the Equitably Speaking podcast, Navigating Market Ebbs and Flows, our panel of guests discuss how to leverage Freddie Mac programs and platforms to support potential homebuyers in need of down payment and closing cost assistance.

Learn more at https://sf.freddiemac.com/working-with-us/equitable-housing/podcasts.

Charting New Paths: The Visionary Duo – Sonu and Shankar

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500

On this week’s episode, Freddie Mac’s Sonu Mittal, SVP and Head of Single-Family Acquisitions, and Ravi Shankar, SVP and Head of Single-Family Portfolio and Servicing, will join guest host Phil Treadwell, founder of M1 Academy and host of the Mortgage Marketing podcast, for a discussion on how to overcome market challenges, such as high costs and rates, the benefits of partnering with Freddie Mac, and upcoming priorities and initiatives for 2024.

Opening Doors: Navigating Underserved Communities

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500

In this week’s episode, Katie Givens, Director of Sales, Single-Family Seller Engagement, and Rebecca Lopacinski, Account Executive, Single-Family Seller Engagement, chat with Juan Rodas, CEO and co-founder of New Story Lending, about the incredible story of how his company became a Freddie Mac Seller/Servicer to more powerfully serve underserved markets.

Home Sweet Ownership: Affordable, Sustainable and Equitable Homeownership with Deb Jones

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500

On the first episode, Deb Jones, Senior Vice President and Director, Mortgage Capital Markets, Citizens Bank, chats with guest host Phil Treadwell, founder of M1 Academy and host of the Mortgage Marketing podcast, and explore ways to make homeownership more affordable, sustainable and equitable.

Creating a Sustainable Book of Business

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode of Equitably Speaking, Monda R. Webb, Single-Family Affordable Lending Manager at Freddie Mac and former top originator and financial coach, Dr. Lynn Richardson discuss practical tips for mortgage professionals who want to create a sustainable book of business with borrowers in underserved communities.

Breaking Into Underserved Markets

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 13:00:00 -0500

The inaugural episode, Breaking Into Underserved Markets, features Pam Perry, Vice President of Single-Family Equitable Housing at Freddie Mac, and Phil Treadwell, host of the Mortgage Marketing Expert podcast. Watch as they discuss:

Phil’s proven three-step marketing formula to break into a new market
Best practices to ensure effective engagement on a cultural level
Resources that loan officers can use to help borrowers that may require financial assistance when applying for a loan

CRTcast E8: 2023 Market Evolution from an ACIS® and STACR® Perspective

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0400

Check out Credit Risk Transfer’s (CRT) latest CRTcast episode to learn about the how the markets evolved and changed throughout 2023 from both a STACR® and ACIS® perspective.

State of the (Re)Insurance Market with Joe Monaghan

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 01:00:00 -0400

Tune in as Joe Monaghan, Global Growth Leader for Aon’s Reinsurance Solutions and CEO of Aon’s Public Sector Partnership (PSP), joins Mike Reynolds, vice president of Freddie Mac CRT, for a conversation about the state of the (re)insurance market, its present condition and how it impacts (re)insurers

The Future of Secondary Marketing Technology

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 01:00:00 -0500

Join Freddie Mac and Polly for our Power of Partnership podcast discussion of planning ahead for technology innovation that supports secondary marketing and capital markets in 2023 and beyond. Get to know Polly and its capabilities and how Freddie Mac and Polly partner to bring efficiencies to our mutual clients.

Raising the Bar: How Lenders RISE to make Home Possible

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 21:00:00 -0500

Hear from three of our 2022 RISE Award winners and learn what drove their success and how they keep moving the needle forward in homeownership.

Ensuring Efficiency and Accuracy Through Integrations

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Join Amy Creason, director of sales for our Secondary Market Advisors (SMA) team, and MCT’s Chris Anderson and Paul Yarbrough, as they discuss the importance of technology integration to support rate sheet and hedging accuracy – and more.

Best Practices for Managing Loan Pricing Economics

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Join Amy Creason, director of sales for Freddie Mac’s Secondary Market Advisors (SMA) team, and Ted Kramer, founder and president of Innovient, for a discussion of best practices for managing loan pricing economics.

CRTcast: Episode 6 - Current State of the Market and Future Direction of CRT

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 01:00:00 -0400

Mike Reynolds and Christian Valencia, vice president of CRT Investments and Capital Markets, and Jeff Shue, senior director of CRT Investments and Capital Marketing, discuss the current state of the market and what to expect in the upcoming quarter.

Power of Partnership: Episode 1 - Optimize Decisions for Optimized Executions

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 12:00:00 -0400

The Power of Partnership is our podcast under the Freddie Mac Home Starts Here
podcast series that focuses on the strong relationships between Freddie Mac and our
third-party partners. Today we’re talking about Freddie Mac’s 2022 pricing objectives
and loan pricing components with our valued secondary market advisor, or SMA,
partner MIAC, and how MIAC is making the analysis and loan sale process easier and
delivering better results with its technology platform and advisory services. Listen in to
learn how to optimize your pooling.

CRTcast: Episode 5 - Syndication's Role in New Issue CRT

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0400

Christie Tintle, Managing Director and head of Wells Fargo Securities’ Asset backed Finance Syndicate Team, joins Mike Reynolds, VP of Single-Family Credit Risk Transfer, to discuss what it means to be the head of the syndicate desk for asset backed finance and its role in the CRT market.

Housing Finance Agencies: A Key Partner in Equitable Housing

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 12:00:00 -0500

Different stakeholders within the mortgage and housing industry play a role in decreasing barriers to homeownership. Kasey Kier, Assistant Commissioner at Minnesota Housing, and Tamela Thurman, Director, Freddie Mac's Single-Family Equitable Housing Team discuss ways to address the array of complex issues communities of color face in attaining, sustaining and building wealth through homeownership

CRTcast: Episode 4 - CRT Then and Now, A Conversation with Don Layton

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 17:00:00 -0500

Don Layton, former Freddie Mac CEO, joins Mike Reynolds, VP of Single-Family Credit Risk Transfer, to discuss the inception of the GSE CRT market and how it supports Freddie Mac’s mission. Don and Mike dive into the benefits of CRT, address its criticisms and reflect on CRT’s core role in today’s financial system.

Uncovering Bias Behind Racial Inequity in Home Appraisals

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Racial and ethnic bias impact home appraisals. Pam Perry, vice president of Single-Family Equitable Housing sits down with Jillian White, SRA, head of collateral at Better.com to discuss new research on how valuation bias can affect the racial wealth gap, and holistic approaches to solve valuation disparities.

#LeadingTheWay Masterclass: Women’s Intersectionality and the Many Layers of Identity

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 15:00:00 -0400

Diversity has many dimensions. Many of these identities may overlap and that intersection will affect how women face challenges in their careers. This #LeadingTheWay Masterclass explores how should organizations and professionals should assess and embrace these dimensions as they work toward career advancement.

Michael Bradley Talks Best Practices for Deploying AI in the Mortgage Process

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 14:00:00 -0400

Single-Family Senior Vice President of Modeling, Econometrics, Data and Analytics, Michael Bradley discusses the advantages of AI and Machine Learning for mortgage lenders with Amy Gromowski, Senior Leader, Science & Analytics at CoreLogic and Frank Poiesz, Managing Director of Product, Origination Technology with Black Knight.

CRTcast: Episode 3 - Breaking Down Structured Finance with Credit Suisse

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 09:00:00 -0400

Single-Family VP Mike Reynolds talks with Dan King, Managing Director at Credit Suisse, about the role of investment banks in structuring and bringing new CRT transactions to market.

Fraudcast Episode 2: Investigating Suspicious IRS Transcripts

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0400

We recently investigated a case in which normally trusted income sources like tax returns looked suspiciously similar across multiple loan files for borrowers who were all supposedly self-employed. But when Martin Abad, a director in the Single-Family Fraud Risk (SFFR) investigations unit, took a closer look, he confirmed that what you see isn’t always what you get.

Blueprint for Lending Success: Lenders Share How They RISE in Any Market

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 15:00:00 -0400

National Homeownership Month is a time to celebrate the benefits of homeownership for families and communities across the country. Learn about lending success from three Freddie Mac Home Possible® RISE Award winners who are extending the reach of homeownership, daily.

A Download on Insurance Risk Sharing with Arch MI

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 15:00:00 -0400

Single-Family Credit Risk Transfer (CRT) VP Mike Reynolds sits down with Jim Bennison, Executive VP and Head of Alternative Markets at Arch MI. Mortgage insurance can be thought of as the oldest and most used form of CRT for Freddie Mac. Learn more in this discussion about how mortgage insurance companies, including (re)insurers, play a key role in the U.S. housing market ecosystem.

Today's Market Drives Tomorrow's Servicing Technology

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0400

COVID-19 policy flexibilities for forbearance program have successfully prevented foreclosures, but won’t continue forever, and elevated volumes are driving demand for solutions that optimize mortgage servicing operations— from quick decisions on mortgage assistance options to reimbursement for servicing defaulted properties. In this episode we sit down with servicing client, Mr. Cooper, to discuss PAID (Payments Automated Intelligent and Dynamic), a new tool that improves the servicer workflow for expense reimbursements.

Making the GreenCHOICE to Drive Home Affordability

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Reducing home utility costs places families in a better financial situation and helps preserve home affordability over time. Since the first Earth Day in 1970, changes in building codes have made homes much more efficient, cutting energy use by 47%, but a lack of energy efficiency can still be the highest cost of homeownership outside of the mortgage loan. In this episode, we discuss tools that allow lenders and appraisers the ability to rate the energy performance of homes and how to affordably reduce costs through energy efficiency upgrades.

CRTcast: Episode 1 - Talking Risk Intelligence with AD&Co

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Mike Reynolds, Single-Family VP of Credit Risk Transfer, sits down with Andrew Davidson & Co., Inc. (AD&Co) founder Andy Davidson to talk all things risk intelligence, including planting the first seed about a GSE CRT market in 2010 and connecting with Freddie Mac to launch the first GSE CRT securities transaction in 2013.

AD&Co was founded in 1992 and focuses on bringing the analytics and tools of Wall Street to the buy-side, enabling all parties to conduct business fairly.

The company’s interest in GSE CRT stemmed from an obligation to making the mortgage market function better as well as from seeing a strong appetite among credit experts for more products to invest in.

Black Homeownership: A Proud History and Positive Look Forward

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 15:00:00 -0500

Homeownership is the cornerstone to wealth building, community pride and familial stability. However, many Black Americans face a significant number of barriers to homeownership and are under-represented among homeowners.

In this conversation, we’ll hear Lydia Pope, president-elect, National Association of Real Estate Brokers and Pamela Perry, vice president, Equitable Housing, Freddie Mac Single-Family discuss how their roles address barriers and obstacles that impede homeownership in the Black community.

The Housing Industry’s Resolve (SM) to Speed Up Mortgage Relief

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 13:00:00 -0500

Now, more than ever, Servicers are focused on how to efficiently deliver the best product for the homeowners. Hear how Cenlar, a Freddie Mac Servicer client, is using a new end-to-end default management platform, Resolve (SM) to get fast decisions on mortgage relief options, while saving time and resources.

The Language of Home: Overcoming Barriers for Limited English Proficiency Borrowers

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 19:00:00 -0500

Learn more about the partnership between Federal Housing Finance Agency, Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae to help borrowers challenged with limited English proficiency navigate the homebuying process. The result has been a resource that has assisted lenders, servicers, housing counselors, real estate professionals and other industry stakeholders in better serving LEP borrowers. The Mortgage Translations Clearinghouse holds translated mortgage-related terms, documents, and homeownership resources in the several languages representing some of the largest population and cultural segments within the United States, helping these consumers understand topics such as fraud avoidance, foreclosure prevention, financial wellness and mortgage options. https://www.fhfa.gov/MortgageTranslations

A Duty to Serve: Sustainable Native American Homeownership

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 12:00:00 -0400

This episode explores the historic and social homeownership challenges faced by Native American communities. Single-Family Affordable Lending Manager, James Cromartie, and special guest Executive Director of Lakota Funds, Tawney Brunsch discuss work being done to address the scarcity and limitations of homeownership and efforts underway to prepare borrowers on Native American reservations for successful homeownership through Freddie Mac’s Duty to Serve initiative.

Makes MEDA Sense

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 16:00:00 -0400

Mortgage finance data models have revolutionized how the mortgage industry does everything from assess risk to assist borrowers who are having difficulty making their payments. They are used to project interest rates, mortgage rates, house prices, unemployment rates, defaults and prepayments, and other key outputs that determine our business success and viability. But what happens when a global pandemic throws the models out of whack?

Two industry experts explore how the industry can best use data as a tool for long-term business growth and preparedness even in the throes of a “black swan” event.

Innovation Amid Uncertainty: The Future of Mortgage

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -0400

The global economy is changing all around us, and despite uncertainty, everyone from fintech companies and lenders to local governments and real estate professionals are adapting to serve homeowners and potential buyers during this time. Valuation methods and supporting digital tools are being advanced in a major way. One estimate is that this crisis is advancing the digital move by five years – speed is motivated by need.

From expanding automated collateral evaluation to offering the ability for an appraiser to complete and exterior only appraisal, this episode discusses the changes and the digital tools that have been leveraged to support valuations.

Leveraging Digitization: How APIs Can Help Drive Efficiency Throughout the Mortgage Process

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 16:00:00 -0400

Growing investor and borrower demand along with heightened regulatory pressure often have mortgage lenders backlogged with integration work and operational inefficiency. Freddie Mac is focused on delivering solutions to clients that will increase efficiency and data accuracy, saving them time and money. Learn more about how Freddie Mac is using application programming interfaces (APIs) to speed up and simplify pre-qualifications, simplify decisioning on workout options and create a more efficient borrower experience.

Resources During Hardship: Borrower Help Center Response to Communities in Crisis

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 13:00:00 -0400

The impact of COVID-19 has added additional layers of complexity and financial hardships to housing affordability and homebuying readiness. Borrower Help Centers are an integral part of the housing ecosystem, and they’ve taken a frontline role in helping those in crisis mitigate the impact of COVID-19. Learn how two Borrower Help Centers in distinct markets are making a difference.

#HelpStartsHere with Payment Deferral: A Simple Solution After Forbearance

Mon, 13 Jul 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Mortgage forbearance can be a huge source of relief for borrowers affected by COVID-19. However, there's confusion about how and when borrowers are expected to repay the delayed payments and what happens after the forbearance term. This episode discusses a new payment deferral relief option for borrowers. Our guests, Mike Zarro, mortgage servicing executive for Truist, Don Griffin, Freddie Mac vice president, Servicer Relationship and Performance Management, provide insight on how this helps servicers, borrowers and the evolving industry.

Leveraging Automation: Assessing Borrower Financials with AIM

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 16:00:00 -0400

In today’s digital world, consumers want fast, easy online transactions – and this has become more apparent and necessary in light of COVID-19. With automated and digital solutions lenders can provide a more electronic experience, cut costs, close loans faster and simplify the loan process while reducing risk for everyone involved. In this episode, Terri Merlino, Senior Vice President & Chief Credit Officer, David Fulford, Vice President, Strategic Technology Integration, and special guest, Tamara West, investor specialist with client partner, nbkc bank discuss Loan Product Advisor® asset and income modeler (AIM) and how it has made a difference during this heightened time of need.

The COVID-19 Forbearance Episode: Facts, Figures and FAQs

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 13:00:00 -0400

Single-Family’s Senior Vice President, Portfolio Management, Kevin Palmer sets the record straight on mortgage relief options during COVID-19. He frames the conversation with the current facts, industry figures and provides answers to the most commonly asked questions related to forbearance.

#HelpStartsHere: A Roundtable Discussion

Tue, 26 May 2020 10:00:00 -0400

From the origination process all the way to the investor, Freddie Mac is supporting the industry holistically in the wake of COVID-19’s effects. Are we better equipped than in the past to deal with this crisis? How are we working to be a stabilizing force in the industry and a resource for consumers? Freddie Mac executives discuss how they’re tackling unprecedented challenges head on, and how this crisis has strengthened their commitment to US homebuyers.

Freddie Mac Addresses Industry Challenges Due to COVID-19 Pandemic

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -0400

With the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) throughout the country and its potential impact, Freddie Mac remains committed to providing liquidity and stability to the mortgage finance market and fulfilling our mission. Senior Vice President, Client and Community Engagement, Danny Gardner discusses business impacts and steps Freddie Mac Single-Family is taking to respond.
Visit the episode page for links to the resources discussed in the episode:
https://sf.freddiemac.com/articles/insights/freddie-mac-addresses-industry-challenges-due-to-covid-19-pandemic

Partnering for Success: 2020 Servicing Outlook

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 14:00:00 -0500

As we head into 2020, we sat down with technology partner BackInTheBlack to discuss servicing trends and offer a perspective on big ideas that will transform the servicing landscape. Freddie Mac Single-Family Servicing Ops, Vice President, Ken Burke and James McVicker, Director of Professional Services at BackInTheBlack, explore how leveraging partnerships and connecting industry players is critical to make advancements in servicing.

LIVE FROM MBA ANNUAL: Creating Solutions to Affordable Housing Challenges

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 11:00:00 -0400

Growth and demand trends along with inventory shortfall are leading to an overall housing shortage. Additionally, there are misconceptions and a lack of information about resources for potential buyers. Danny Gardner, SVP, Affordable Lending and Access to Credit, Single-Family sits down with Rob Chrane, Founder and CEO, Down Payment Resource to discuss persistent housing challenges and specific solutions.

LIVE FROM MBA ANNUAL: The Single-Family Perspective with Donna Corley

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 21:00:00 -0400

Donna Corley, interim head of Freddie Mac Single-Family business, weighs in on where the industry is headed and her key areas of focus during this time of industry change. She discusses her priorities with host, Riham El-Lakany, Chief Marketing Officer, Single-Family.

LIVE FROM MBA ANNUAL: #LeadingTheWay: Creating Authentic Connections

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 21:00:00 -0400

As many women move through various stages of their careers, they’ve experienced the feeling of being the only woman in the room. Hear how women in the mortgage industry create connections with other women and develop support systems. Kristy Fercho, Executive Vice President and President of Mortgage, Flagstar Bank sits down with Christa Petrone, Single-Family Sales Directors as they share personal stories on how they create authentic connections and how women can leverage those connections to help grow their careers. The discussion is moderated by Riham El-Lakany, Chief Marketing Officer, Single-Family.

LIVE FROM MBA ANNUAL: Driving Value for Small and Medium Sized Lenders

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 20:00:00 -0400

Get an introduction to the management team of Single-Family Sales team. They discuss how their methodology behind Freddie Mac Single-Family’s client-obsessed culture. Phil Guth, VP, Sales, Office of the Client, and Single-Family Sales Directors Ed Abbott and Susan Lascko provide insight into the frequency, manner of engagement and resources in the field, as well as post-engagement strategies with clients.

LIVE FROM MBA ANNUAL: READY, SET, SOFR!

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 20:00:00 -0400

Dan Fitchler, AVP of Housing Finance Policy, MBA and Tim Kitt, SVP of Pricing and Execution, Single-Family, provide an update on the efforts across the industry to replace LIBOR with the GSE-supported overnight SOFR framework. Hear what's staying the same and what may be changing to ensure a successful transition to SOFR before the end of 2021.

LIVE FROM MBA ANNUAL: Women of Influence: Marcia Davies and Riham El-Lakany Discuss Empowering Women in the Mortgage Industry

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 20:00:00 -0400

Riham El-Lakany, Freddie Mac Single-Family Chief Marketing Officer, sits down with Marcia Davies, Chief Operating Officer, Mortgage Banker’s Association, to discuss two initiatives focused on empowering women and providing them with tools and resources to be successful in the mortgage industry— mPower and #LeadingTheWay.

LIVE FROM MBA ANNUAL: Touchpoints to Journeys: CX Drivers in the Mortgage Market

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 11:00:00 -0400

CX is about understanding all the interactions that customers and prospects have with your brand. In the mortgage industry, the end-to-end experience is changing. Phil Treadwell and Bill Staikos discuss the how to attract borrowers of the future and utilize design thinking to improve brand interactions. Phil Treadwell is the founder and host of The Mortgage Marketing Expert podcast, and Vice President of Development and Regional Manager with the Mason-McDuffie Mortgage Corporation. Bill Staikos is the head of Customer Experience at Freddie Mac, Single-Family.

LIVE FROM MBA: Think FAST℠ Simplified Servicing Document Transfer

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 18:00:00 -0400

FAST℠, or Freddie Automated Servicing Transfer simplifies the transfer of servicing from a seller to buyer, which is often the toughest part of the transaction. Automating and standardizing gets this process done—fast. Hakan Beygo, Freddie Mac, Senior Director, Secondary Execution Strategies, give insight into how FAST is helping lenders with Servicer-specific requirements related to file and data delivery processes as well as specific stacking orders for paper and/or imaged documents.

LIVE FROM MBA ANNUAL: Is Your Marketing Journey Leading You to Growth?

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 17:00:00 -0400

Marketing is a combination of trust and attention. Hear founder and host of The Mortgage Marketing Expert podcast, Phil Treadwell and Riham El-Lakany, Freddie Mac Single-Family's CMO, discuss B2B mortgage industry marketing approaches and tactical ways to move your business forward.

LIVE FROM MBA ANNUAL: Single Security – Beyond Implementation

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 17:00:00 -0400

For a larger, more liquid market, the GSEs must align. The Single Security initiative has ensured a durable and lasting alignment, and more market options. We were joined by Freddie Mac Securitization SVP, Mark Hanson and Securitization Director, Jamie Miller to single security investment and capital markets.

LIVE FROM MBA ANNUAL: Asset and Income Modeler (AIM): A Collaborative Journey

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 15:00:00 -0400

In the mortgage process, nothing is more foundational than determining a consumer’s ability to repay their loan. Loan Product Advisor® asset and income modeler (AIM) does this reliably and efficiently. Andy Sheehan, President and COO at Finicity and Kevin Kaufman, Senior Director, Loan Advisor, Strategic Partnerships and Integration discuss automating borrower capacity.

LIVE FROM MBA ANNUAL: Digitization in Loan Origination

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 15:00:00 -0400

What does digital transformation really mean to the mortgage industry? How does it create operational efficiencies? Dominick Marchetti, head of Guaranteed Rate, and Rick Lang, VP, Loan Advisor Strategy and Integration, Single-Family, discuss the magnitude of financial impact and brand reputation for lenders who invest in adoption and training of digital capabilities.

LIVE FROM MBA ANNUAL - IMAGIN: Leveling the Playing Field for Lenders. Expanding Access to Credit for Borrowers.

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 13:00:00 -0400

Pricing certainty and underwriting standards benefit borrowers. Deploying capital against first loan level loss is a benefit to investors. Integrated Mortgage Insurance (IMAGIN) is a new way to attract private capital to the low down-payment market. Mike Reynolds, Single-Family VP Credit Risk Transfer discusses IMAGIN and what’s next in the credit risk transfer space.

LIVE FROM CONNECT: Danny Gardner Discusses Affordable Perspectives on the Housing Market

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 20:00:00 -0400

Danny Gardner Senior VP, Affordable Lending and Access to Credit, looks ahead at tackling housing affordability and inventory shortage challenges as we move into 2020.

LIVE FROM CONNECT: Best Execution Delivery: Servicing-Released XChange

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 18:00:00 -0400

Hakan Beygo, Senior Director, Secondary Execution Strategies, discusses how Servicing Released-XChange℠ helps clients have a more holistic view of best execution.

LIVE FROM CONNECT: #LeadingTheWay with Soledad O'Brien

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 17:00:00 -0400

Award-winning journalist Soledad O’Brien shared her experiences and advice regarding women advancing in their careers during the 2019 FreddieMacCONNECT conference.

LIVE FROM CONNECT: Kevin Kauffman Talks About Client Success Through Automation

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 17:00:00 -0400

Start small. Think big. Deliver fast. Freddie Mac's Kevin Kauffman, Senior Director, Loan Advisor, Strategic Partnerships and Integration, provides insight into how we help clients increase their competitive edge with automation. Automation technologies deliver solutions for clients to minimize risk and reduce costs.

LIVE FROM CONNECT: Reimagine Servicing — A Transformed Servicing Landscape

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 14:00:00 -0400

Hear Freddie Mac's Single-Family's Vice President, Servicer Relationship and Performance Management, Yvette Gilmore and Ken Burke, Vice President Servicing Operations, expand on their vision of the Reimagine ServicingSM program and what it means for the future.

LIVE FROM CONNECT: #LeadingTheWay: Lessons in Leadership and Personal Branding

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 12:00:00 -0400

The FreddieMacCONNECT conference, offers attendees a full set of training tools—including how they advance their careers. Building your brand allows you to stand out and create personal connections inside and outside of your organization. Riham El-Lakany, Single-Family’s Chief Marketing and Communications Officer sits down at the podcast table with Donna Corley, SVP, Division Risk Officer to discuss their session on taking control of your personal brand.

LIVE FROM CONNECT: Pat Bajari Talks Applying AI in Industry: A Macro View and Some Micro Lessons

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 11:00:00 -0400

Pat Bajari, Chief Economist and Vice President at Amazon Core AI, discusses how machine learning and artificial intelligence can lower costs as well as standardize and automate processes in the housing market.

LIVE FROM CONNECT: Is the Future Really Digital? Sam Oliver Dissects the Emerging Digital Market

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 23:00:00 -0400

The future of mortgage is digital. Sam Oliver, VP, Loan Advisor discusses how the mortgage industry can work together to bring a digital experience to the closing table, bringing efficiency for borrowers and lenders.

LIVE FROM CONNECT: The Evolution of the Customer Experience with Peter Doolan, Salesforce

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 18:00:00 -0400

As we move deeper into the fourth Industrial Revolution, technology, machine learning, AI and social media are changing how society operates and serves customers. Peter Doolan, Salesforce EVP, Digital Transformation and Innovation, gives insight into why the customer experience is critical to every industry in this age.