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Lykken on Lending

Created by mortgage professionals for mortgage professionals, Lykken on Lending is a weekly 60-minute podcast hosted by mortgage veteran, David Lykken, and co-hosted byMarc Helm.Joining the program each week is Adam DeSanctis with his weekly MBA Mortgage Minute, Les Parker with his Macro Market Update, Matt Graham with a weekly Market Update, David Kittle with Originations Update, Alice Alvey providing a Legislative Update, Allen Pollack with his weekly Tech Update.The weekly updates are followed by

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25:04

Stop Leaving Money on the Table: How Lenders Building...

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2026/04/22

Lenders today are under constant pressure to increase margins without increasing volume—but what if the answer is already sitting inside your existing pipeline? This episode dives into one of the most overlooked opportunities in the mortgage industry: capturing title revenue from your current book of business. Industry experts break down how lenders, brokers, and real estate professionals are turning closings into consistent, “stackable” income streams while also building a sellable asset with

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52:16

Mortgage Market on Edge: Rates, War Headlines, and...

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2026/04/21

The Lykken on Lending Weekly Mortgage Updatedelivers expert commentary and timely insights from across the mortgage industry. Each episode features a curated lineup of respected thought leaders and analysts:Adam DeSanctiswith theMBA Mortgage Minute, providing key updates from the Mortgage Bankers Association.Les Parker’sTMSpotlightoffers a macroeconomic perspective with his signature musical parodies.Matt Grahamof MBS Live, breaking down market activity and interest rate movements.David Kittle, CEO

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1:45

Major Appraisal Overhaul Ahead: What Lenders Need to...

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2026/04/16

This podcast segment breaks down the industry’s most significant appraisal changes in years, highlighting what lenders must do now to prepare for the upcoming URAR and UAD 3.6 transition.-------------------------------------------------------------Adam DeSanctis, VP of Communications at Mortgage Bankers AssociationAs a strategic public affairs and communications executive with nearly two decades of experience,Adam has deep expertise in strategy, management, and media relations. He is widely

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41:18

Does God Play Dice with Your Business? Understanding...

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2026/04/16

This Weekly AI Update explores a powerful and unconventional question—Does God play dice with your business?—as Pavan Agarwal breaks down the true nature of AI, risk, and decision-making in today’s rapidly evolving landscape. Stripping away the hype, he reveals that AI isn’t magic at all, but deeply rooted in over a century of mathematical principles like probability and Markov chains. For mortgage professionals and business leaders, the real takeaway is practical: success in an AI-driven world

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23:50

The Home Equity Gold Rush: Why Lenders Must Act Now...

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2026/04/15

The mortgage market may be constrained by rate lock-in, but a powerful shift is underway—home equity lending is emerging as one of the most significant growth opportunities in the industry today. As borrowers hold onto historically low first mortgage rates, they’re increasingly turning to HELOCs and home equity loans to access the wealth built in their homes. In this episode, we explore the data behind this surge, the operational and technology challenges holding lenders back, and how

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48:52

Calm Before the Next Rate Storm? Markets Stabilize as...

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2026/04/14

The Lykken on Lending Weekly Mortgage Updatedelivers expert commentary and timely insights from across the mortgage industry. Each episode features a curated lineup of respected thought leaders and analysts:Adam DeSanctiswith theMBA Mortgage Minute, providing key updates from the Mortgage Bankers Association.Les Parker’sTMSpotlightoffers a macroeconomic perspective with his signature musical parodies.Matt Grahamof MBS Live, breaking down market activity and interest rate movements.David Kittle, CEO

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14:13

Oil, War, and Rates: Could a New Inflation Shock...

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2026/04/10

The mortgage market may be facing a far more complex risk than typical rate cycles, as global conflict and energy supply disruptions introduce the possibility of a new inflation shock. With tensions surrounding key oil shipping routes like the Strait of Hormuz, the ripple effects extend well beyond fuel prices—impacting global supply chains, economic growth, and ultimately interest rates. What makes this moment particularly unique is the potential for a split in rate behavior, where short-term rates

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12:35

AI Is Rewiring Mortgage Lending: From Workflows to...

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2026/04/10

This podcast segment explains how AI is rapidly transforming mortgage lending by moving beyond simple automation to power end-to-end workflows and emerging as a full operating system for the industry.-----------------------------------------------------Allen Pollack, Tech ConsultantAllen Pollack, a Mortgage & Financial Services Technology Advisor, is a subject matter expert in the mortgage origination process along with software product management and software development.In today’s financial

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13:18

CFPB Cuts, Basel Changes, and AI Disruption: The...

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2026/04/09

This podcast segment explains why the mortgage industry is advocating for HMDA reform to reduce compliance burdens, clarify regulatory expectations, and minimize costly reporting risks.------------------------------------------------------------------Alice Alvey, Master CMBVice President Partner Education and Training atUnion Home MortgageShe handles development of their World Class Training program designed to support UHM partners and organizational effectiveness.Prior to UHM, Alice served as

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4:06

Oil Volatility, Jobs Surprise, and Sideways Bonds:...

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2026/04/09

This podcast segment breaks down how volatile oil prices, a stronger-than-expected jobs report, and mixed economic signals are keeping bond markets range-bound while leaving mortgage rate direction uncertain.-----------------------------------------------------Mattbegan as an originator in 2002. He fell in love with the idea of following MBS in real-time but felt that existing products were only scratching the surface. Thus was born MBS Live in 2007, the first-of-its-kind platform with real-time

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1:02

Oil and Bombs "Gangnam Style" - Macro Market Update...

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2026/04/09

04.07.26 Oil and Bombs "Gangnam Style"---------------------------Warning Gunmen style, uh, Gunmen style. Drop bombs; make a deal, Gunmen style.Without a lot of stirring, Oil and Bombs, oops, Bonds don’t mix for long. The US will not spend blood and treasure to guarantee the free flow of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The US military has defanged the terrorist regime's threat to the USA.So, will Trump destroy Iran’s money-making Oil industry to topple the regime? It depends on China, Russia,

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1:46

HUD Cuts, FHA Support, and a $1.5T Defense Surge:...

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2026/04/09

This podcast segment breaks down the proposed 2027 federal budget, highlighting significant HUD funding cuts alongside targeted FHA support and what it could mean for the mortgage industry.-------------------------------------------------------------Adam DeSanctis, VP of Communications at Mortgage Bankers AssociationAs a strategic public affairs and communications executive with nearly two decades of experience,Adam has deep expertise in strategy, management, and media relations. He is widely

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22:55

You’re Missing Millions: Why Every Lender Should Own...

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2026/04/08

This podcast episode explores a powerful yet underutilized strategy for mortgage lenders to unlock new revenue and long-term enterprise value by launching their own title operations. David Lykken sits down with Joe D’Urso to break down how lenders, branches, and high-performing teams can move beyond traditional joint ventures and instead build fully owned, RESPA-compliant title businesses that generate recurring income while creating a sellable asset. The conversation dives into how this model

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54:31

Rates Rise, Oil Surges, and AI Disrupts: The Mortgage...

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2026/04/07

The Lykken on Lending Weekly Mortgage Updatedelivers expert commentary and timely insights from across the mortgage industry. Each episode features a curated lineup of respected thought leaders and analysts:Adam DeSanctiswith theMBA Mortgage Minute, providing key updates from the Mortgage Bankers Association.Les Parker’sTMSpotlightoffers a macroeconomic perspective with his signature musical parodies.Matt Grahamof MBS Live, breaking down market activity and interest rate movements.David Kittle, CEO

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14:22

Volatile Markets, Steady Strategy: Why Mortgage...

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2026/04/03

In today’s unpredictable mortgage environment, it’s easy to get caught up in headlines about inflation, oil prices, and rate volatility—but this episode delivers a much-needed reality check. Industry veterans share why market swings are nothing new and reinforce that long-term success isn’t driven by trying to predict rates, but by consistent execution. The conversation highlights a critical shift in mindset: focus on what you can control—your communication, your customer relationships, and your

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5:20

Scam Calls and Consumer Trust: Why the Mortgage...

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2026/04/03

This podcast segment discusses the growing surge in scam calls and fraudulent outreach, highlighting the impact on consumer trust and why mortgage professionals must be more intentional in how they communicate with borrowers.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Marc Helm, CEO, and AuthorMarc Helm serves as a Principal Partner at Transformational Mortgage Solutions, bringing over 46 years of extensive experience in the financial

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9:51

AI, Data Risk, and "Vibe Coding": The Mortgage...

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2026/04/03

This podcast segment explores how emerging AI tools and “vibe coding” are creating new data security and compliance risks for mortgage lenders, especially around borrower information and vendor access.-----------------------------------------------------Allen Pollack, Tech ConsultantAllen Pollack, a Mortgage & Financial Services Technology Advisor, is a subject matter expert in the mortgage origination process along with software product management and software development.In today’s financial

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5:21

HMDA Reform in Focus: Why the Mortgage Industry Is...

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2026/04/03

This podcast segment explains why the mortgage industry is advocating for HMDA reform to reduce compliance burdens, clarify regulatory expectations, and minimize costly reporting risks.------------------------------------------------------------------Alice Alvey, Master CMBVice President Partner Education and Training atUnion Home MortgageShe handles development of their World Class Training program designed to support UHM partners and organizational effectiveness.Prior to UHM, Alice served as

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5:03

Bond Market Sell-Off: Inflation Fears, Fed Signals,...

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2026/04/03

This podcast segment breaks down how rising inflation signals, hawkish Fed messaging, and surging oil prices triggered a sharp bond market sell-off that pushed mortgage rates higher.-----------------------------------------------------Mattbegan as an originator in 2002. He fell in love with the idea of following MBS in real-time but felt that existing products were only scratching the surface. Thus was born MBS Live in 2007, the first-of-its-kind platform with real-time market data/analysis, and

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1:02

Stagflation Needs a "Wonderwall" - Macro Market...

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2026/04/02

3-31-2026 Stagflation Needs a "Wonderwall"--------------------------And all the roads that Iran walks are winding.And all the lights that lead them there are blindingPrice action in currencies, commodities, and energy anticipates long-term safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.Bonds like a sidelined Fed. But no one likes the inflation consequences of sustained Oil prices, and their drag on growth.Stagflation gains popularity.Expect an attack on 4.52 in the 10-year yield. However, a drop in May

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