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Lykken on Lending

Hosted by David Lykken · business · EN-US · 1,000 episodes

About this Podcast:

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 by Marc 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 the Hot Topic segment, which is an in-depth discussion about one of the hottest topics related to the mortgage industry. The program can be heard live each Monday at noon central or downloaded as a podcast. Each week thousands of industry professionals have found this to be an effective way to stay up on all that is happening in the mortgage industry. This broadcast is provided to th

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What is Lykken on Lending about?

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 by Marc Helm.

Who hosts Lykken on Lending?

Lykken on Lending is hosted by David Lykken. The show has published more than 1,000 episodes to date.

What has Lykken on Lending covered recently?

Recent episodes include "FHA Expands Credit Scoring Options: VantageScore 4.0 and FICO 10T Take Effect in 2027 - MBA Mortgage Minute by Adam DeSanctis" (16 October 2026, 1 minute), "The Hidden Cost of Mortgage Denials: How AI Could Unlock $75 Billion in Economic Growth" (15 October 2026, 19 minutes), and "Google Business Profile: The First Search Battle Every Loan Officer Has to Win in 2026 with Bobby Kerr of Loc8 My Business" (14 October 2026, 27 minutes).

How often does Lykken on Lending publish?

Lykken on Lending publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 16 minutes across more than 1,000 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Lykken on Lending?

Booking probability for Lykken on Lending is 40%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Lykken on Lending requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Lykken on Lending's contact route on record: verified email.

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The strongest fits for Lykken on Lending are Lending & Credit Cards and Banking & Credit Unions. Lykken on Lending has a business audience.

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David Lykken hosts Lykken on Lending, a business show with more than 1,000 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Lykken on Lending

    FHA Expands Credit Scoring Options: VantageScore 4.0 and FICO 10T Take Effect in 2027 - MBA Mortgage Minute by Adam DeSanctis

    Oct 16, 20261 min

    Adam DeSanctis discusses FHA's adoption of VantageScore 4.0 and FICO 10T beginning January 1, 2027, highlighting expanded mortgage credit access, new lender implementation requirements, and MBA's ongoing efforts to...

  • Lykken on Lending

    The Hidden Cost of Mortgage Denials: How AI Could Unlock $75 Billion in Economic Growth

    Oct 15, 202619 min

    What if the mortgage industry's biggest missed opportunity isn't a lack of qualified borrowers, but the way loan applications are evaluated? In this week's Weekly AI Update , David Lykken welcomes Pavan Agarwal, founder...

  • Lykken on Lending

    Google Business Profile: The First Search Battle Every Loan Officer Has to Win in 2026 with Bobby Kerr of Loc8 My Business

    Oct 14, 202627 min

    In today's competitive mortgage market, being an experienced loan officer isn't enough if potential borrowers can't find you online. In this episode of Lykken on Lending's Hot Topics , host David Lykken welcomes Bobby...

  • Lykken on Lending

    Mortgage Rates, Credit Score Changes, and the Road to Profitability in 2027

    Oct 13, 202622 min

    The Lykken on Lending Weekly Mortgage Update delivers expert commentary and timely insights from across the mortgage industry. Each episode features a curated lineup of respected thought leaders and analysts: Adam...

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    The Bond Vigilantes Are in Charge: Why Mortgage Rates Won't Budge - 10/06/2026 Weekly Mortgage Update Commentary

    Oct 9, 20267 min

    Mortgage rates continue to defy expectations, leaving lenders and borrowers wondering when relief might finally arrive. In this week's Lykken on Lending market commentary, Bill Corbett joins Alice Alvey to explain why...

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    Beyond the AI Hype: What Mortgage Lenders Should Really Ask Technology Vendors - Tech Update by Allen Pollack

    Oct 9, 202611 min

    Allen Pollack challenges mortgage lenders to look beyond impressive AI demonstrations and evaluate real-world integration, exception handling, human oversight, and vendor accountability while exploring emerging...

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    Mortgage Lending's New Risks: Home Equity Investments, Appraisal Changes & Credit Scoring - Legislative Update by Alice Alvey

    Oct 9, 202614 min

    lice Alvey, Marc Helm, and Bill Corbett examine the UAD 3.6 appraisal deadline extension, consumer protection concerns surrounding home equity investments, and how evolving credit scoring requirements could increase...

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    "Take Me Out to The Ball Game" But Don't Strike Out! - Macro Market Update by Les Parker

    Oct 9, 20261 min

    10-06-2026 "Take Me Out to The Ball Game" But Don't Strike Out! ----------------------------- Take stats out of the Jobs game. Take them out of the Bonds. Friday delivered the miss Bond bulls had been waiting for: 29K...

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    No Sugarcoating: The Hard Truth About Today’s Mortgage Industry with Rich Swerbinsky of Onward & Upward Consulting

    Oct 7, 202624 min

    The mortgage industry is navigating one of its most challenging periods in recent memory, with stubbornly high mortgage rates, affordability pressures, continued consolidation, regulatory uncertainty, and an...

  • Lykken on Lending

    Higher Rates, New Opportunities: The Mortgage Playbook Is Changing - 09/29/2026 Weekly Mortgage Update Commentary

    Oct 2, 202618 min

    Higher interest rates are putting renewed pressure on borrowers and mortgage companies, but they are also creating opportunities for lenders willing to rethink their playbook. In this week’s discussion, David Lykken and...

  • Lykken on Lending

    Beyond the AI Hype: What Mortgage Technology Is Really Delivering - Tech Update by Allen Pollack

    Oct 2, 202610 min

    From AI-assisted pricing configuration and automated underwriting to voice-powered broker tools and insurance-backed AI protection, mortgage technology is advancing rapidly—but lenders still need to prove that...

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    The Great Rate Repricing: Why Mortgage Rates Are Surging Again - Market Update by Matt Graham

    Oct 2, 20265 min

    Despite a Fed rate hike and signals that additional tightening may be ahead, mortgage rates and longer-term Treasury yields showed surprising resilience as markets weighed inflation, oil prices, and the Fed’s commitment...

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    Even Modelers Will Make “A Mistake” - Macro Market Update by Les Parker

    Oct 2, 20261 min

    09-29-2026 Even Modelers Will Make “A Mistake” ——————— They’re gonna make a mistake They’re gonna do it on purpose Does it waste our time? We all make mistakes. Modelers intentionally make mistakes to test scenarios and...

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    FHA Modernization: Updating Property Standards and Streamlining Servicing - MBA Mortgage Minute by Adam DeSanctis

    Oct 2, 20262 min

    FHA is moving forward with its first comprehensive minimum property requirements update in 20 years, while MBA supports reforms aimed at modernizing standards and simplifying the partial claim process for mortgage...

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    Weekly AI Update: Beyond AI: Are Human Brain Cells the Future of Computing?

    Oct 1, 202616 min

    Artificial intelligence may no longer be the most provocative frontier in computing. In this episode of the Weekly AI Update , David Lykken and Pavan Agarwal explore the emerging field of biocomputing , where...

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    Rates Are Rising Again: How Mortgage Lenders Can Adapt and Compete

    Sep 29, 202643 min

    The Lykken on Lending Weekly Mortgage Update delivers expert commentary and timely insights from across the mortgage industry. Each episode features a curated lineup of respected thought leaders and analysts: Adam...

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    Fed Rate Hike, FHA & CFPB Nominations, and New AI Oversight - MBA Mortgage Minute by Adam DeSanctis

    Sep 25, 20262 min

    A busy week in Washington brings a Fed rate hike, key FHA and CFPB nominations, and a new AI supervisory framework aligned with MISMO’s approach to responsible AI governance...

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    You Have a Story Worth Telling: Why Every Leader Should Write a Book with Matt Harms of Pen For Hire NYC

    Sep 23, 202628 min

    Everyone has a story—but too many leaders assume theirs isn’t worth telling. In this Hot Topic, David Lykken sits down with Matt Harms, founder of Pen for Hire NYC, to explore why writing a book can be one of the most...

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    Mortgage Rates, Fed Moves & Credit Score Disruption: What Lenders Need to Watch

    Sep 22, 202642 min

    The Lykken on Lending Weekly Mortgage Update delivers expert commentary and timely insights from across the mortgage industry. Each episode features a curated lineup of respected thought leaders and analysts: Adam...

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    Beyond the Rate: How Mortgage Pros Win When the 10-Year Hits 5% - 09/15/2026 Weekly Mortgage Update Commentary

    Sep 18, 202624 min

    With the 10-year Treasury testing the psychologically significant 5% level, mortgage professionals are confronting a rate environment many originators have never experienced—but higher rates don't mean the opportunities...

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