The Construction Lending Podcast

The construction agreement doesn’t know a loan exists. On The Construction Lending Podcast, AIA Contract Documents’ Luke Diorio unpacks the standardized documents behind draw packages and due diligence — and the missing link between the owner–contractor agreement and the construction loan.

Remodeling is on track to become MORE than half of all residential construction. NAHB Chief Economist Dr. Robert Dietz breaks down the $35T in home equity, the lock-in effect, and the hottest renovation lending markets on the latest Construction Lending Podcast.

We sat down with Assemblymember Buffy Wicks, one of California’s most active housing reformers, to talk about what’s actually changing in Sacramento and what it means for your pipeline.

In our latest episode of The Construction Lending Podcast, Austin’s Assistant City Manager, Dr. Eric Johnson, reveals how the city is using a pioneering AI “digital sidekick” to help developers submit near-perfect plans on the first try.

The “missing starter home” is a major challenge in today’s market. What if we solved it with flexibility? Mesocore, describes their highly durable expandable modular homes as a powerful new option for those looking for a scalable, sustainable path to homeownership.

We sit down with David Kooris, Executive Director of the Connecticut Municipal Development Authority (CMDA). David shares how they are building a “toolkit” to help lenders and builders navigate the unique local dynamics of infill projects with speed and certainty

How do you take a construction lending program from a concept to a thriving, essential product offering? We sit down with Marcia Fisher, Director of Mortgage Operations at UVA Community Credit Union, to discuss how she led her team through that exact journey.

In our latest episode of the Construction Lending Podcast, we sat down with Sheronda L. Carr, CEO of the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), to discuss why gender advocacy is the “no-brainer” solution to the national labor shortage.

To kick off the new season, we feature a special guest, Dr. Robert Dietz, Chief Economist at the National Association of Home Builders. Dr. Dietz provides a data-driven review of 2025 and an outlook for 2026. From the impact of interest rates and tariffs to shifting demographics, this episode explores the forces shaping the American dream.

The construction lending world is SHAKING UP! On the latest Construction Lending Podcast, MBA’s John McMullen breaks down the direct advocacy wins that impact construction lending.

Our latest episode of the Construction Lending Podcast is a must-listen featuring industry veteran Mitzi Hutchens! She breaks down the “aha moment” every lender needs to succeed and shares high-value strategies you can use today.

Cory Bearden, Senior Vice President of the Construction Division at Luminate Bank joins the podcast in this captivating episode. Cory shares how he and his team scaled their program from lending in just four states to over 46, a remarkable feat in the lending industry. He also gives us a clear look into how his team has created a buffet of options for borrowers, making new construction and affordable housing more accessible.

US Congressman Sam Liccardo joins this episode to dive into the housing affordability crisis and his bipartisan Housing Supply Act. We talked about why the US is struggling with housing supply, and how ADUs, or backyard homes, could be a game changer, and why new federal support for financing these units could unlock more affordable housing.

Robert Turbeville, Chief Lending Officer at First Federal Bank, shares his journey from his first job doing roofs in Florida to overseeing a vast portfolio of lending divisions, including commercial, residential, SBA, and specialty banking

Dana Solberg from Churchill Mortgage shares her truly unique career journey—from welding to mastering complex construction finance operations.