What the economy is really telling us — and what it means for your pipeline
Economic uncertainty and market volatility are inevitable, but they don’t have to stall your pipeline or long-term goals. Understanding which factors are influencing the mortgage and housing market is crucial for every stage of the borrower experience. In this exclusive session, Chris Mayer, CEO of Longbridge Financial and Professor Emeritus at Columbia Business School, will bring a unique lens to where the economy and mortgage market are headed — and what it means for originators. Additionally, Chris will talk about the impact those market forces have on one of America’s largest mortgage segments — older borrowers. You’ll walk away with: A seasoned housing finance perspective on rates, inflation, and Fed policy — and what they mean for borrowers’ purchasing and refinancing decisions Clarity on how current economic signals affect origination volume and qualification for lending products Insight into affordability trends and home equity dynamics shaping the financial priorities of today’s homeowners Confidence to guide your older clients through an uncertain environment. Recorded on June 11th

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