In this exciting episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Lisa O’Connor, newly appointed Director on the NAMB Board of Directors, live from NAMB National in Las Vegas. Lisa shares her incredible journey—from racing dirt track stock cars in Florida to stepping into…
✨ Choose Happiness, Every Single Day ✨ In this short message, Barry Habib reminds us of something powerful: Happiness isn’t something you stumble into… it’s something you choose. Every day gives us a moment — a decision point — where we can shift our mindset, redirect our energy, and take…
This Thanksgiving, we pause with grateful hearts to reflect on the amazing journey we’ve shared with our trusted community. Your support, engagement, and passion fuel our mission every single day. At NAMB, we’re thankful for the opportunity to serve, grow, and make a difference alongside you—our partners, colleagues, and friends.…
Stay current and maintain your CVLS designation with this comprehensive recertification training. Developed and presented by NAMB VA Committee Co-Chairs Rick Bettencourt and Jeff Wilson, this course delivers essential updates on VA loan circulars, policy changes, and best practices that have emerged over the past two to three years. Whether…
In this powerful episode of The NAMB Podcast, recorded live at the NAMB National Conference in Las Vegas, host Matt Shields sits down with Michael Farrell, President-Elect of NAMB, and Lauren Patterson, NAMB Director, to uncover the legislative and membership milestones shaping the future of the mortgage industry. From the…
In this inspiring episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Aleyna Groves, Co-Founder of Groves Capital, to explore how her company is breaking the traditional broker model by giving mortgage professionals the freedom to build their own brand, grow their business, and stay…
The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) proudly presents highlights from NAMB National 2025, a record-breaking event that brought together 2,900+ attendees and 125 exhibitors at the iconic Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. As the premier mortgage industry event, NAMB National connects mortgage brokers, loan originators, lenders, and industry leaders…
In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Jim Nabors, Past-President of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB), to reflect on his journey, leadership, and the bright future of the mortgage industry. Jim shares his experiences serving as NAMB President, the…
In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Alex Temple, Partner at Mitchell Sandler, to discuss the rapidly evolving role of AI in the mortgage industry and the regulatory landscape that’s emerging alongside it. Alex shares insights on how young professionals entering…
In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Matt Coles, National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, to talk about building a culture of mentorship and why it’s more important than ever in today’s mortgage industry. Matt shares how the landscape has changed over…
In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Christine Beckwith, CEO of 20/20 Vision, to talk about high-performance selling strategies and how mortgage professionals can thrive through shifting markets. Christine shares her insights on what it takes to stay sharp, strategic, and…
In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields are joined by Megan Anderson—mortgage educator, podcaster, and adventurous van lifer! 🚐✨ Megan shares her unique journey, from traveling across Canada to hosting her own podcast, On the Highway, and how life on the road connects to…
In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Kyle Draper, speaker, coach, and social media growth strategist, to talk about how mortgage professionals can create powerful connections and grow their business through authentic content. Kyle shares why “being you” is the most…
In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Valerie Saunders, Chief Executive Strategist of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB), for an inside look at the ongoing regulatory and advocacy work shaping the future of the mortgage industry. Valerie shares her…
In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields sit down with Kimber White, Incoming President of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB), to discuss the vital role of advocacy in shaping our industry’s future. From the fast-paced halls of Capitol Hill to the everyday…
This week's Weekly Success Builder featured Selma Hepp, Chief Economist at Cotality, who discussed current housing market challenges, including elevated mortgage rates, economic uncertainty, and affordability constraints, while explaining the Federal Reserve's role in managing interest rates and inflation. In addition, the discussion covered future rate cut expectations, job reporting…
NAMB presents “The Broker Comeback Vision,” an exclusive 3-part monthly webinar series starting Thursday, August 14! Join Christine Beckwith, CEO of 20/20 Vision for Success Coaching & elite NAMB partner, for this brand new series. Christine has been a veteran sales leader for nearly four decades, in the trenches creating…
Welcome to the debut episode of The NAMB Podcast with hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields, brought to you by the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB). In this first conversation, Ginger and Matt share their vision for the show, why they’re passionate about bringing mortgage professionals together, and how…
Today's Weekly Success Builder call featured a discussion with Phil Mancuso, President and Chief Investment Officer of EPM, who shared his insights on the current economic landscape and challenges facing the mortgage industry. Phil explored various economic indicators and their limitations, emphasizing the importance of monitoring alternative measures like ISM…
In today's Weekly Success Builder call, Todd Duncan shared strategies for thriving in the current challenging market, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a positive mindset and focusing on fundamentals while highlighting his experience as a mortgage broker. He discussed the power of daily discipline, prospecting, and building strong business relationships…
NAMB presents “The Broker Comeback Vision,” an exclusive 3-part monthly webinar series starting Thursday, August 14! Join Christine Beckwith, CEO of 20/20 Vision for Success Coaching & elite NAMB partner, for this brand new series. Christine has been a veteran sales leader for nearly four decades, in the trenches creating…
This week's meeting featured Jason Dickinson with CIC Credit and focused on a discussion of Vantage Score, a new credit scoring model that could potentially compete with FICO pricing and bring more competition to the market. Discussions covered the current availability and testing of Vantage scores, their differences from FICO…
