Navigating the Economy and Mortgage Market in Uncertain Times: How to Prepare for the Year Ahead

The presentation-style session will provide perspective and insight on the current economic environment, how that impacts rates, housing and mortgage markets, and the Mortgage Bankers Association’s forecast for the remainder of 2025 and 2026. Additionally, the discussion will dive a step deeper and talk about the impact of technology on mortgage operating costs and productivity.

Introduction by Holly Sraeel, SVP, Strategy and Content, National Mortgage News Live Media

Stop Waiting for the Fed: Push Rewind with Assumable Loans

If you’re waiting for the fed to lower rates to stimulate business, you’re wasting time. This keynote dives into how a new buyer can still get a 4%, 3% or even 2.5% loan, -right now-, with an assumable mortgage. We’ll dive into the mechanics, policy, and give a report card on how the industry has handled an affordability crisis.

Introduction by Holly Sraeel, SVP, Strategy and Content, National Mortgage News Live Media