About this episode

Matt Coles interviews Nate Clear about the growth and opportunities in the Non-Delegated Correspondent mortgage channel.

In today’s mortgage landscape, the Non-Delegated Correspondent channel continues to gain serious momentum—and those who understand how to leverage it are setting themselves apart. In this episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles sits down with Nate Clear, President of FirstFunding, to dive into the growth, evolution, and opportunity within the Non-Del space. Nate shares perspective on how the Non-Del channel has expanded over the years and why more lenders are making the shift to gain greater control, flexibility, and scalability in their businesses. From building strong operational foundations to creating long-term partnerships, this conversation highlights what it really takes to succeed in today’s Non-Delegated environment. The discussion also touches on leadership, vision, and the culture that drives sustained growth—key elements that have helped fuel FirstFunding’s success and reputation across the industry. While technology and AI are briefly discussed, the real focus is on the channel itself and why it continues to be a powerful path forward for lenders. If you’re looking to grow, scale, or better understand the Non-Delegated model, this episode delivers…

People in this episode

Host: Matt Coles

Guest: Nate Clear

Topics covered

• Non-Delegated Correspondent
• mortgage landscape
• leadership
• business growth
• operational foundations

Keywords

• Non-Delegated Correspondent
• mortgage
• leadership
• business growth
• FirstFunding
• scalability
• technology

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: FirstFunding

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