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Date Published: April 2026 Since 2021, the mortgage industry has seen a staggering 36%–47% decline in active producing loan officers. For hiring managers and leaders, this isn’t just a statistic—it’s a growing challenge to sustain production, support growth, and build the next generation of talent. But there’s a meaningful solution beginning
Date Published: March 2026 Although this has been addressed in previous blogs, I’ve had two deals go South in the past month due to counter offers so it seems like a good time to bring this issue front and center again. Every Recruiter has probably experienced this at least once.
Date Published: March 2026 Few trends have reshaped housing demand as quickly as the rise of remote work. What began as a temporary pandemic shift has evolved into a lasting change in how — and where — Americans live. For the mortgage industry, this shift is influencing everything from homebuyer
Date Published: March 2026 After several challenging years for the mortgage industry, there are early signs that activity is beginning to pick up again. One of the clearest indicators is mortgage applications. Recent data from the Mortgage Bankers Association shows application volume climbing in recent weeks, with both purchase and
Date Published: Feb 2026 Pre-Covid, relocation for Executives, particularly the C-Suite, was a given. At certain levels of leadership, candidates understood that acceptance of an offer meant moving to wherever Corporate was. Of course, there are exceptions; even pre-Covid there were a few lenders willing to employ remote executives –
Date Published: Feb 2026 According to a recent article in the National Mortgage News, for mortgage lenders across the country, finding and keeping good talent is crucial. But in order to do so, companies need to think about what they’re offering their people to get them to stay. Employees nowadays
Date Published: Feb 2026 Over the past few years, the mortgage industry has seen a noticeable decline in the number of loan originators. Burnout has become a constant reality for many in the business. What starts as long hours, market fluctuations or a stressful month can slowly turn into exhaustion,
Date Published: January 2026 For a long time, mortgage recruiting followed a simple playbook: post an opening, wait for résumés, hire when volume picks up. In today’s market, that approach just doesn’t cut it anymore. As we head into 2026, one thing is becoming crystal clear: the best talent isn’t
Date Published: January 2026 As the new year begins, many of us reflect and recommit to being the best we can be. To help set the tone, we’re sharing insights from National Mortgage Professional’s 2025 Legends of Lending—trailblazers and industry leaders whose careers have helped shape the mortgage landscape. Their perspectives
Date Published: January 2026 As senior leaders plan for the year ahead, many are focused on growth targets, operational efficiency, and competitive advantage. Yet one of the most critical drivers of long-term performance often gets less attention: workplace culture. In particular, the lingering “like-it-or-leave” mindset—where employees are expected to adapt
