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Episode Synopsis
On today’s sponsored episode, HousingWire president and returning Power House host Clayton Collins sits down with Jennifer McGuinness, the CEO of Pivot Financial. With her extensive Wall Street background and her experience at Deutsche Bank, CoreVest, and WinWater, Jennifer brings unparalleled expertise to today’s conversation about non-QM products and the future of mortgage securitization
Clayton and Jennifer dive deep into product diversification strategies, the importance of prudent underwriting, and the innovative securitization framework that Pivot is developing to level the playing field for small and mid-sized lenders. They also tackle persistent non-QM misconceptions, explore the untapped potential of first and second lien HELOCs, and discuss how VantageScore 4.0 could reshape credit evaluation.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
Why non-QM products are essential for lender survival in today's market, not risky subprime lending
How first lien HELOCs can serve as game-changing cash management tools for borrowers
The real story behind VantageScore vs. FICO and what bond markets aren't telling you
Pivot's revolutionary securitization framework could democratize liquidity for smaller lenders
Why product innovation — not just rates and asset prices — holds the key to housing affordability
Related to this episode:
Jennifer McGuinness | LinkedIn
Pivot Financial
Pivot Financial | LinkedIn
HousingWire | YouTube
Enjoy the episode!
The Power House podcast brings the biggest names in housing to answer hard-hitting questions about industry trends, operational and growth strategy, and leadership. Join HousingWire president Diego Sanchez every Thursday morning for candid conversations with industry leaders to learn how they’re differentiating themselves from the competition. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.
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Clayton and Jennifer dive deep into product diversification strategies, the importance of prudent underwriting, and the innovative securitization framework that Pivot is developing to level the playing field for small and mid-sized lenders. They also tackle persistent non-QM misconceptions, explore the untapped potential of first and second lien HELOCs, and discuss how VantageScore 4.0 could reshape credit evaluation.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
Why non-QM products are essential for lender survival in today's market, not risky subprime lending
How first lien HELOCs can serve as game-changing cash management tools for borrowers
The real story behind VantageScore vs. FICO and what bond markets aren't telling you
Pivot's revolutionary securitization framework could democratize liquidity for smaller lenders
Why product innovation — not just rates and asset prices — holds the key to housing affordability
Related to this episode:
Jennifer McGuinness | LinkedIn
Pivot Financial
Pivot Financial | LinkedIn
HousingWire | YouTube
Enjoy the episode!
The Power House podcast brings the biggest names in housing to answer hard-hitting questions about industry trends, operational and growth strategy, and leadership. Join HousingWire president Diego Sanchez every Thursday morning for candid conversations with industry leaders to learn how they’re differentiating themselves from the competition. Hosted and produced by the HousingWire Content Studio.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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