In this episode of Lending Forward, host Hannah McManus sits down with Julian Hebron, founder of The Basis Point and a leading voice in fintech, mortgage strategy, and market insight. With over two decades of experience across both legacy institutions and fintech disruptors, Julian shares powerful industry stats, challenges mainstream housing narratives, and provides a grounded look at the future of home financing.

From AI and blockchain to market share myths and ROI-focused innovation, this episode is a must-listen for loan officers, lenders, and housing professionals who want to stay relevant in a rapidly shifting market. Learn how today’s tech isn’t here to replace humans - it’s here to empower them.

And a big thank you to our friends at Optimal Blue for sponsoring this episode!

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 Hannah McManus sits down with Colby Berger, CEO of ActiveComply, to demystify digital marketing compliance in the mortgage world. From navigating AI advancements to striking the balance between creativity and regulation, Colby shares valuable insights on how lenders can market effectively without crossing compliance lines.

Tune in as Colby breaks down the evolution of AI - from predictive to autonomous - explains what regulators are watching on social media, and discusses how technology can actually empower compliance departments and originators alike. Plus, hear what not to post and how to “lend it forward” with simplicity and kindness.

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?

And a huge thank you to our friends at SocialCoach for sponsoring this episode!

In this powerful episode of Lending Forward, mortgage industry pioneer David Lykken shares how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing operations, improving loan officer efficiency, and reshaping borrower behavior. From the rise of AI platforms to emerging end-to-end tech stacks that are streamlining everything from pre-qualifications to disclosures, David breaks down the biggest tech shifts - and what they mean for your business.

He also dives into why business intelligence is the key to relationship-building, how loan officers can reclaim their time, and why lenders must act now to remain competitive as consumers increasingly connect with lenders before Realtors. He does all of this while holding true that the relationship is still the heart of this business, no matter what new technology comes along.

Whether you're a loan officer, operations leader, or mortgage executive, this is a must-listen conversation about technology, strategy, and lending it forward.

Thank you to our friends at MGIC for sponsoring this episode!

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?