NAMB Podcast

What does Mike Farrell want mortgage professionals to know on his first day as NAMB President? The door is open—and he wants more people to walk through it. In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields welcome Mike Farrell, the new President of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB). Released on October 1, 2026, the conversation marks the first day of Mike’s term and offers a look at his priorities for the year ahead. Mike shares how NAMB plans to strengthen its state associations, improve education and member resources, and invite more mortgage professionals into leadership. He also discusses NAMB’s advocacy work, including issues affecting veterans, and why preparing the next generation is his number one priority. Matt shares how getting involved with his state association helped him build relationships and become a stronger originator. For Mike, that’s what membership is about: gaining the knowledge and connections to better serve clients and shape the profession. In This Episode You’ll Learn: ✅ What Mike is focused on as he begins his term as NAMB President. ✅ Why strong state associations matter to a strong national association. ✅ How NAMB is working to make education and resources more accessible. ✅ Why advocacy for veterans remains a priority. ✅ How newer mortgage professionals can get involved and have a voice. ✅ What Matt gained by volunteering at the state level. ✅ Why Mike believes mortgage brokers must look beyond the closing to serve their clients. Learn more about NAMB: https://www.namb.org Take Action: Become a Member: https://secure.namb.org/forms/membership Install the NAMB App: https://namb.org/resources/ Listen Now: https://www.nambpodcast.com Contact: [email protected] | (202) 434-8250 601 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, South Building, Suite 900, Washington, DC 20004 Follow us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nambpros Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NAMBPros LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-association-of-mortgage-brokers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/namb_stagram Disclaimer: This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, financial, tax, licensing, or compliance advice. Mortgage professionals should verify current requirements with their compliance team, legal counsel, applicable regulators, and other appropriate professional resources. #NAMB #TheNAMBPodcast #MikeFarrell #MortgageProfessionals #MortgageBrokers #LoanOfficers #MortgageIndustry #NAMBHive #MortgageAdvocacy #MortgageLeadership #MortgageEducation

What does it really take to make sure mortgage brokers have a voice where the biggest industry decisions are being made? In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, host Ginger Bell welcomes Kimber White, President of the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB), for a candid conversation about advocacy, leadership, housing affordability, industry relationships, and the future of the mortgage broker community. As Kimber reflects on his year as NAMB President, he shares what he is most proud of: helping bring the mortgage broker voice to Washington, D.C., and making sure NAMB has a seat at the table when important issues affecting brokers and homeowners are discussed. Kimber also takes listeners behind the scenes of advocacy. Big changes rarely happen overnight. They require relationships, education, follow-up, collaboration, and mortgage professionals who are willing to get involved. His message to the industry is clear: NAMB is there for everyone, and getting involved can help you learn more, build stronger relationships, grow your business, and help shape the future of the mortgage profession. In This Episode You’ll Learn: ✅ Why having the mortgage broker voice represented in Washington, D.C. matters. ✅ What NAMB advocacy work really looks like behind the scenes. ✅ Why building relationships with lawmakers, agencies, and industry leaders is critical to long-term progress. ✅ How NAMB has worked on issues involving trigger leads, housing affordability, appraisals, condos, and other industry initiatives. ✅ Why getting a seat at the table can be an important step toward meaningful change. ✅ How volunteering and getting involved with NAMB can help mortgage professionals learn, build relationships, and grow their businesses. ✅ Why the next generation of mortgage professionals is so important to the future of the industry. ✅ Why Kimber believes mortgage brokers should never lose sight of the basics—especially customer relationships. Learn more about our guest: Kimber White, President, National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) Learn more about NAMB: https://www.namb.org Take Action: Become a Member: https://secure.namb.org/forms/membership Install the NAMB App: https://namb.org/resources/ Listen Now: https://www.nambpodcast.com Contact: [email protected] | (202) 434-8250 601 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, South Building, Suite 900, Washington, DC 20004 Follow us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nambpros Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NAMBPros LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-association-of-mortgage-brokers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/namb_stagram Disclaimer: This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, financial, tax, licensing, or compliance advice. Mortgage professionals should verify current requirements with their compliance team, legal counsel, applicable regulators, and other appropriate professional resources. #NAMB #TheNAMBPodcast #MortgageProfessionals #MortgageBrokers #LoanOfficers #MortgageIndustry #NAMBHive #KimberWhite #MortgageAdvocacy #MortgageLeadership #HousingAffordability #MortgageEducation #Homeownership #MortgageBrokers #NAMBNational

What if a few minutes today could save you major headaches during NMLS renewal? In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, host Ginger Bell welcomes Rich Madison, Senior Vice President with NMLS, for a practical conversation about licensing, renewals, continuing education, NMLS modernization, and what mortgage professionals need to know as they prepare for the year ahead. Rich has been part of the licensing journey since the implementation of the SAFE Act. He explains how the industry has changed over the past 17-plus years and why mortgage professionals need to take ownership of their licenses. His message is simple: “Your license is your business.” For MLOs, that starts with logging into NMLS, checking your dashboard, addressing outstanding information requests, completing continuing education, and making sure the renewal is actually submitted. Rich also explains why state-specific requirements matter, especially for mortgage professionals expanding into new states. In This Episode You’ll Learn: ✅ Why “your license is your business” should be every MLO’s mindset. ✅ What MLOs should check before starting the renewal process. ✅ Why completing continuing education does not automatically mean your renewal is finished. ✅ Why state-specific education and licensing requirements can create challenges for MLOs expanding into new states. ✅ What mortgage brokers and company owners should review before company renewal. ✅ How mortgage professionals can provide feedback and become more involved with NMLS. Learn more about our guest: Rich Madison Senior Vice President, NMLS https://mortgage.nationwidelicensingsystem.org/ Learn more about NAMB: https://www.namb.org Take Action: Become a Member: https://secure.namb.org/forms/membership Install the NAMB App: https://namb.org/resources/ Join the NAMB Hive Facebook Group: https://nambhivenow.com Listen Now: https://www.nambpodcast.com Brought to you by: National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) https://www.namb.org Contact: [email protected] | (202) 434-8250 601 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, South Building, Suite 900, Washington, DC 20004 Follow us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nambpros Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NAMBPros LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-association-of-mortgage-brokers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/namb_stagram Disclaimer: This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, financial, tax, licensing, or compliance advice. Mortgage professionals should verify current requirements with NMLS, their compliance team, legal counsel, applicable regulators, and other appropriate professional resources. #NAMB #TheNAMBPodcast #MortgageProfessionals #MortgageBrokers #LoanOfficers #MortgageIndustry #NAMBHive #RichMadison #NMLS #MortgageLicensing #NMLSRenewal #SAFEAct #ContinuingEducation #MortgageCompliance #MortgageAI #MortgageEducation

What if compliance didn’t have to slow your mortgage business down? What if it could actually help you grow? In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields welcome Scott Geisel, Director of Compliance at Strategic Compliance Partners, for a practical conversation about building a compliance program that protects your business while giving you room to grow. Scott explains why mortgage professionals need to think beyond simply “checking the compliance box.” With state regulators playing a major role in examinations, brokers operating across multiple states may face different requirements, interpretations, and exam expectations. Scott shares practical advice for preparing for a state exam, including why brokers shouldn’t panic, the importance of assigning one person as the point of contact, communicating with the examiner early, and having your compliance program organized before the examination notice arrives. From state exams and compliance management systems to social media, advertising, AML programs, policies, procedures, and AI, Scott’s message is simple: compliance works better when it becomes part of your business—not something you scramble to fix when a regulator comes calling. As Scott puts it, compliance should be “guardrails for growth, not brakes for your business.” In This Episode You’ll Learn: ✅ Why state regulators are an important focus for mortgage brokers. ✅ How to prepare your business for a state examination before the notice arrives. ✅ The first steps to take when a regulator tells you an exam is coming. ✅ Why establishing a professional relationship with your examiner can help the process. ✅ Why multi-state growth can create new compliance challenges. ✅ Why building a Compliance Management System (CMS) can make compliance more manageable. ✅ Where AI creates new opportunities—and new compliance concerns. Learn more about our guest: Scott Geisel Director of Compliance Strategic Compliance Partners https://www.strategiccompliancepartners.com 🌐 Learn more about NAMB: https://www.namb.org 🎯 Take Action: Become a Member: https://secure.namb.org/forms/membership Install the NAMB App: https://namb.org/resources/ Join the NAMB Hive Now Facebook Group: https://nambhivenow.com Listen Now: https://www.nambpodcast.com Brought to you by: National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) https://www.namb.org Contact: [email protected] | (202) 434-8250 601 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, South Building, Suite 900, Washington, DC 20004 Follow us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nambpros Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NAMBPros LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-association-of-mortgage-brokers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/namb_stagram Disclaimer: This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, financial, tax, or compliance advice. Mortgage professionals should verify current requirements with their compliance team, legal counsel, applicable regulators, and other appropriate professional resources. #NAMB #TheNAMBPodcast #MortgageProfessionals #MortgageBrokers #LoanOfficers #MortgageIndustry #NAMBHive #ScottGeisel #StrategicCompliancePartners #MortgageCompliance #StateExam #StateExamination #ComplianceManagement #MortgageAI #MortgageMarketing #MortgageEducation

What happens when you ask someone who admits compliance isn’t exactly his favorite topic to talk about mortgage compliance? You get a real-world conversation every loan officer can relate to. In this episode of The NAMB Podcast, hosts Ginger Bell and Matt Shields welcome Frank Garay of Loan Officer Breakfast Club to talk about the side of compliance mortgage professionals deal with every day. From social media and AI-generated content to videos, marketing campaigns, NMLS information, and old databases, Frank shares his perspective on where loan officers need to slow down, pay attention, and know when it’s time to call compliance. The conversation also explores one of the biggest opportunities—and potential challenges—for mortgage professionals today: AI. Frank believes loan officers should be deeply invested in learning AI because of how much easier it can make their work. But creating 30 days of marketing content in minutes doesn’t mean you should publish 30 days of content without reviewing it first. And just because another loan officer is doing something online? That doesn’t automatically mean you should do it too. In This Episode You’ll Learn: ✅ Why AI-generated mortgage marketing still needs human review. ✅ Why loan officers should be learning how to use AI. ✅ When social media, videos, rates, ads, and marketing campaigns may require a compliance check. ✅ Why your NMLS information and social media profiles matter. ✅ Why “everybody else does it” isn’t a good compliance strategy. ✅ How loan officers can market themselves without making every post about mortgages. ✅ Why compliance teams can be valuable partners in protecting your business. ✅ How Loan Officer Breakfast Club helps mortgage professionals learn, grow, and improve their business. Learn more about our guest: Frank Garay Loan Officer Breakfast Club https://www.loanofficerbreakfastclub.com 🌐 Learn more about NAMB: https://www.namb.org 🎯 Take Action: Become a Member: https://secure.namb.org/forms/membership Install the NAMB App: https://namb.org/resources/ Join the NAMB Hive Now Facebook Group: https://nambhivenow.com Listen Now: https://www.nambpodcast.com Brought to you by: National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) https://www.namb.org Contact: [email protected] | (202) 434-8250 601 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, South Building, Suite 900, Washington, DC 20004 Follow us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nambpros Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NAMBPros LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-association-of-mortgage-brokers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/namb_stagram Disclaimer: This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, financial, tax, or compliance advice. Mortgage professionals should verify current requirements with their compliance team, legal counsel, applicable regulators, and other appropriate professional resources. #NAMB #TheNAMBPodcast #MortgageProfessionals #MortgageBrokers #LoanOfficers #MortgageIndustry #NAMBHive #FrankGaray #LoanOfficerBreakfastClub #MortgageCompliance #MortgageMarketing #MortgageAI #MortgageEducation