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?
Join us as we wrap up Pride Month with a special episode featuring Emily Hubbard! Emily, a REALTOR with Rainbow Key Realty, part of...
In this episode, I’m welcoming back “Coach” Kyle Draper, social media expert and host of the podcast “The Social Media Mindset.” In this episode,...
Does submitting your loan to the underwriter stress you out? Do you consistently miss closing dates because of the process you have to follow? ...
