Ain't My First Mortgage Podcast
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Ain't My First Mortgage Podcast
Meet the Prez! ACUMA, Credit Unions and Mortgage in 2026
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Welcome to the first episode of Ain't My First Mortgage Podcast, with our host Skip Willcox! Today, Skip welcomes Peter Benjamin, President of the American Credit Union Mortgage Association (ACUMA). They discuss Peter's personal and professional background, ACUMA's events and initiatives, and the organization's focus on improving access to educational resources for credit union mortgage professionals. Peter shares insights on the mortgage industry in 2026, the strategic use of secondary markets by credit unions, and the industry's outlook.
Episode Highlights:
00:00 Welcome to Ain't My First Mortgage Podcast
00:26 Meet Peter Benjamin: Father, Brewer, and President of Acuma
01:06 Acuma's Mission and Events
02:04 The Importance of Networking at Acuma Events
03:05 Acuma's Focus for 2026: Access and Education
06:25 Exciting Experiences at Acuma Summits
07:33 The Mortgage Industry in 2026: Trends and Predictions
10:27 Credit Unions and Risk Management
13:39 Final Thoughts and Trivia