In this episode of the One Hand at a Time Podcast, host Chris Welton welcomes legendary mortgage market expert Barry Habib for a powerful and insightful conversation. Barry shares the story behind why he shifted his focus to educating and empowering loan officers, and how his passion for helping others navigate complex markets led to the creation of MBS Highway. Together, Chris and Barry dive into the challenges facing today’s mortgage professionals, especially in a market that’s more unpredictable than ever. Barry opens up about the mindset, skill set, and daily disciplines loan officers must adopt to stand out, serve their clients well, and build long-term success—even in uncertain times. Key takeaways from this episode: ✅ Why education is the most powerful tool in today’s mortgage space ✅ How to build trust and become a true advisor, not just a rate-quote machine ✅ What makes the current market uniquely difficult to predict—and how to stay ahead Whether you're a veteran in the industry or just starting out, this episode delivers high-level perspective, real-world strategies, and the inspiration to keep showing up with excellence.
In this episode of the One Hand at a Time Podcast, host Chris Welton welcomes legendary mortgage market expert Barry Habib for a powerful and insightful conversation. Barry shares the story behind why he shifted his focus to educating and empowering loan officers, and how his passion for helping others navigate complex markets led to the creation of MBS Highway.
Together, Chris and Barry dive into the challenges facing today’s mortgage professionals, especially in a market that’s more unpredictable than ever. Barry opens up about the mindset, skill set, and daily disciplines loan officers must adopt to stand out, serve their clients well, and build long-term success—even in uncertain times.
Key takeaways from this episode:
✅ Why education is the most powerful tool in today’s mortgage space
✅ How to build trust and become a true advisor, not just a rate-quote machine
✅ What makes the current market uniquely difficult to predict—and how to stay ahead
Whether you're a veteran in the industry or just starting out, this episode delivers high-level perspective, real-world strategies, and the inspiration to keep showing up with excellence.