Navigating 2025: Advocating for Homeownership with Pete Mills and Justin Wiseman

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!

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