In today’s episode, we go through big takeaways from MBA's Secondary and Capital Markets Conference in New York City. Plus, Robbie sits down with TransUnion’s Satyan Merchant for a discussion on the accelerating shift toward mortgage credit score competition, exploring how lenders should adapt to increasing model choice, evolving credit report innovation, operational complexity, alternative data, and the growing role of dynamic credit insights across the full mortgage lifecycle. And we close by looking at bond market movements from across the globe.
Welcome to The Chrisman Commentary, your go-to daily mortgage news podcast, where industry insights meet expert analysis. Hosted by Robbie Chrisman, this podcast delivers the latest updates on mortgage rates, capital markets, and the forces shaping the housing finance landscape. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just looking to stay informed, you'll get clear, concise breakdowns of market trends and economic shifts that impact the mortgage world.
This week’s podcasts are sponsored by TransUnion. Discover how data-driven mortgage intelligence is helping lenders identify in-market borrowers, strengthen portfolio performance, personalize outreach, retain customers, and drive smarter growth in an increasingly competitive housing market.