Housing Policy and the Effects on Pricing | October 21, 2024
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Welcome to this week’s episode of Optimal Insights.
In this episode, our experts discuss the critical intersection of housing policy and market dynamics as the election approaches. They explore how political platforms from both major candidates could influence housing supply and affordability, the current state of the housing market, including recent data on housing starts and permits, and highlight the significant impact of government policies on pricing for borrowers.
Key Takeaways:
- Current economic indicators show stable rates, but refinancing activity has significantly declined.
- Understanding policy impacts on pricing is crucial for navigating the mortgage market effectively.
- Innovative programs like mission score products aim to address underserved communities in housing.
- Education on available incentives and products is essential for originators in the mortgage industry.
Tune in to gain valuable insights to help you stay ahead and maximize your profitability in the ever-evolving mortgage landscape. #OptimizeYourAdvantage #MaximizeProfitability
Hosts and Guests:
Hosts:
- Jim Glennon, VP of Hedging & Trading Client Services, Optimal Blue
- Jeff McCarty, Director of Hedging Product, Optimal Blue
Guests:
- Alex Hebner, Hedge Account Manager
- Kevin Foley, Director of Product Management
Production Team:
- Executive Producer: Sara Holtz
- Producer: Matt Gilhooly
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Optimal Blue, LLC.
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Keywords: Real-time data insights, Capital markets commentary, Mortgage industry, Profitability, Lenders, Investors, Rate fluctuations, Mortgage landscape, Expert advice, Optimal Blue, Secondary marketing automation, Pricing accuracy, Margin protection, Risk management, Originators, Originations
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