Coming Wednesday, May 6 on The NAMB Podcast 🎙️ Are you ready for the April 2026 NMLS updates and the August 31 deadline? In Episode 33, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Elizabeth Rychlinski, Senior Director of Product Solutions at the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS), to…
Women in mortgage—this one is for you. You don’t have to grow your business alone. In Episode 32 of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Linda McCoy to talk about NAMB Inspire—a powerful initiative from the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) designed specifically…
Where are women in mortgage going to network, learn, and grow right now? That’s exactly what Episode 32 of The NAMB Podcast, brought to you by the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB), is all about. Hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields talk with Linda McCoy, Past President of NAMB…
In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Linda McCoy, Past President of NAMB and founder of NAMB Inspire, to spotlight one of the most powerful communities in the mortgage industry today. NAMB Inspire is more than just a monthly call—it’s a…
Coming April 29 on The NAMB Podcast What if the key to growing your mortgage business was learning from other women just like you? In Episode 32, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Linda McCoy, Past President of NAMB (National Association of Mortgage Brokers) and founder of…
Mortgage brokers from across the country showed up in Washington, D.C. for Advocacy in Action to bring real borrower experiences into the conversations that shape our industry. From meetings on Capitol Hill to hearing how legislation moves through the process, this is where policy meets real-world lending. The conversations happening…
Mortgage professionals — quick question. What’s happening in your state right now? Because across the country, NAMB is rebuilding state associations and that could mean new opportunities for you. In Episode 31 of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields talk with Mike Farrell about why local involvement…
Is your state the missing piece to growing your mortgage business? That’s exactly what Episode 31 of The NAMB Podcast is all about. Hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields talk with Mike Farrell, NAMB President-Elect, about how NAMB is rebuilding state associations—and why that matters for you. Here’s the truth:…
In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Mike Farrell, NAMB President-Elect, to talk about an exciting movement happening across the country—bringing state mortgage associations back to life. NAMB is actively working to rebuild and strengthen state-level associations, creating more opportunities for…
Coming April 22 on The NAMB Podcast “What if the key to growing your business was right in your own state?” In Episode 31, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Mike Farrell, NAMB President-Elect, to talk about a powerful movement bringing state mortgage associations back across the…
NAMB Board Member Marvin Hudson is heading to Washington, D.C. next week for Advocacy in Action, and he wants to see you there. This is where mortgage brokers take their real-world experience straight to Capitol Hill and advocate for the policies shaping our industry. From Lobby Day meetings with lawmakers…
Mortgage professionals — quick question. Are you staying connected right now? Because in this market, relationships and community are what drive real growth. In Episode 30 of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields share what’s actually helping loan officers succeed today. It’s not about chasing rates or…
What’s actually working in this market right now? That’s exactly what Episode 30 of The NAMB Podcast is all about. Hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields break down how loan officers are growing their business today—by focusing on relationships, staying involved in their community, and taking consistent action. One key…
In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields take a step back to reflect on the power of relationships, community, and what makes the mortgage industry so rewarding. Ginger and Matt share a personal conversation about their journey with the podcast, the incredible people they’ve…
Coming April 15 on The NAMB Podcast “Success in this market isn’t about luck—it’s about what you do every day and who you surround yourself with.” In Episode 30, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields share a real conversation about what’s actually working right now in the mortgage industry. From…
Affordability improved nearly 11% year-over-year entering 2026 — the best reading since August 2022. But the market is still uneven, and hesitant borrowers need a guide to find their window. That guide is you. In this NAMB Success Builder session, Chief Executive Strategist Valerie Saunders breaks down exactly how loan…
Mortgage professionals — quick question. Are you showing up every day? Because in today’s market, consistency matters more than ever. In Episode 29 of The NAMB Podcast, host Ginger Bell sits down with Frank Garay of the Loan Officer Breakfast Club to talk about why daily action, real conversations, and…
Mortgage professionals — quick question. Are you showing up every day? Because in today’s market, consistency matters more than ever. In Episode 29 of The NAMB Podcast, host Ginger Bell sits down with Frank Garay of the Loan Officer Breakfast Club to talk about why daily action, real conversations, and…
In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, host Ginger Bell sits down with Frank Garay, of the Loan Officer Breakfast Club, to talk about the power of consistency, community, and showing up every single day in the mortgage business. Many loan officers struggle with staying motivated and connected, especially in…
“Success doesn’t come from big moments. It comes from what you do every single day.” That’s one of the biggest takeaways from our conversation with Frank Garay of the Loan Officer Breakfast Club. In this episode, host Ginger Bell talks with Frank about why consistency, daily habits, and community are…
NAMB is on the ground making an impact and it’s happening at the state level. At the recent Carolina Association of Mortgage Professionals (CAMPro) membership event, we saw firsthand what happens when the industry comes together. This wasn’t just another meeting—it was a clear example of how state associations are…
NAMB is excited to share that our leadership will be featured on an upcoming episode of the Loan Officer Breakfast Club (LOBC), hosted by Frank Garay. 📅 Join us Wednesday, April 8th at 8:30 AM ET as Kimber White, President of NAMB, and Ginger Bell, NAMB Growth Officer, discuss the…
Reverse mortgages are one of the most misunderstood tools in the mortgage industry. But they shouldn’t be. That’s exactly what Episode 28 of The NAMB Podcast explores. Hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Mark O'Neil of Mutual of Omaha Reverse Mortgage to talk about why mortgage professionals…
Mortgage professionals — quick question. Are reverse mortgages part of your product toolbox yet? If not, this episode is for you. In Episode 28 of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Mark O'Neil, Senior Vice President at Mutual of Omaha Reverse Mortgage, to talk…