HousingWire presents The Wholesale Market Master Class presented by BeAMortgageBroker.com This four-part series is focused on all things wholesale and the role that the wholesale market plays in the mortgage ecosystem.Throughout the series, listeners will develop a deeper understanding of the role that wholesale plays in the mortgage ecosystem, how to build your career in the wholesale channel, tech adoption in the industry, and more.The first installment of this series features a conversation between Clayton Collins, CEO of HW Media and Desmond Smith, Chief Growth Officer at United Wholesale Mortgage, where he spends his time focusing on innovative ways to advance the independent mortgage broker channel.In today’s conversation, the two discuss the role that wholesale plays in the mortgage ecosystem, recent and historical trends, and some of the common myths and misperceptions about becoming an independent mortgage broker.Related to this episode:Connect with Desmond on LinkedInUWM’s Desmond Smith on innovating in the mortgage broker channel 2022 HW Vanguard: Desmond P. SmithHousingWire’s Youtube ChannelEnjoy the episode!Gathering of Eagles will bring together the nation's top residential real estate CEOs, Presidents, and C-Level leadership teams to grow, network, and set the pace for what's next in our industry. 2023's Gathering of Eagles is at Omni Barton Creek Resort in the rolling hill country of Austin, Texas from June 18-21. Click here to learn more and register your spot!The Housing News podcast explores the most important topics happening in mortgage, real estate, and fintech. Each week a new mortgage or real estate executive joins the show to add perspective to the top stories crossing HousingWire’s news desk. Hosted by Clayton Collins and produced by the HW Media team.