The MLO Project
Dismantling the Status Quo, One Episode at a Time.
The MLO Project is THE podcast for loan officers and industry professionals who are ready to evolve. We’re here to disrupt the old guard, break free from outdated norms, and deliver insights that actually matter.
Hosted by mortgage industry veterans Jason Frazier & Michael McAllister, The MLO Project promises No fluff. No clichés. Just real talk, fresh ideas, and actionable takeaways to elevate your career and the industry.
The MLO Project is presented by Empower LO
The MLO Project
Sphereless: UWM’s Boldest Move Yet? | Ep. 5
UWM just shook up the wholesale platform game, and we are going to talk about it.
In this episode of The MLO Project, Frazier, and Michael dive into UWM’s big partnership with Sphere LOS and what it really means for mortgage brokers.
They break down how Sphere stacks up against Arrive, LendingPad, and other LOS platforms, what this means for competition in the market, and whether this shift is a win or a risk for LOs. Plus, they zoom out to discuss the bigger picture—how mortgage tech is evolving and what it means for the retail side of the industry.
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Banter
00:58 Big Industry Announcement: UWM and Sphere LOS Partnership
02:11 Details and Reactions to the UWM Announcement
07:02 Concerns and Speculations from Loan Originators
17:46 Impact on the Mortgage Industry and Competition
32:16 Closing Thoughts and Listener Engagement
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