Yes, I know that this is a mortgage commentary, but some things are way above that. (Warning: tissues may be required; what’s happened legislatively since?) Dr. Ruth, who was sent to a Swiss orphanage by her parents were killed during the holocaust, died, as has fitness guru Richard Simmons, actresses Shelley Duvall, and Shannen Doherty. None of this has anything to do with mortgages, other than we as lenders are constantly involved in the fabric of our client’s lives. It seems like, at least over the past couple of years, time has flown by. It’s been four years since we were all watching called “The Tiger King.” The pandemic is ancient history in terms of mortgage rates. Four years since the last summer Olympics were scheduled. World Financial Group announced that Olympic and X Games gold-medalist snowboarder Shaun White will headline the company’s Convention of Champions this week. Don’t confuse Shaun with Sage Kotsenburg and his Totally Dope Refi Mortgage…a classic short clip. (Today’s podcast is found here and is sponsored by Calque. Calque provides a binding backup offer on a borrower’s departing residence, which empowers lenders to provide a bridge-like experience with easier qualification and less risk. Today’s episode features an interview with PHH Correspondent Lending’s Taylor Adams on the current state of correspondent lending. Lender and Broker Software, Services, and Products Home insurance pricing and availability continue to challenge homebuyers and existing homeowners in 2024. Matic, a digital insurance platform built for the mortgage industry, helps your borrowers find the best price and policy options by offering quick access to a network of 40+ A-rated insurance carriers directly within the loan closing or servicing experience. Seamlessly integrating into your existing processes, Matic saves time and reduces administrative burdens for processors, automating tasks like insurance document delivery. Our platform also enhances the borrower experience and opens up a new revenue stream for your business, with each policy generating additional income. Learn how mortgage enterprises can deliver automated, personalized insurance offers to your borrowers by booking a demo today.