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June 2025

Wild Card

In this week’s NMP cover story, Kathryn Fitzpatrick profiles Ali “Ace” Charafeddine — the ice cream truck hustler turned mortgage mogul — and the personalized training system he’s built to help others succeed. Then, take in LaDonna Lockard’s conversation with Jeff Tesch on the rising opportunities in private lending. Finally, Rob Chrisman offers crucial updates on sweeping changes at Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac — and why mortgage pros need to stay alert.

The Ace Up Their Sleeves
Cover Story
The Ace Up Their Sleeves

Ali “Ace” Charafeddine started with Bomb Pops and business cards — now he’s coaching a new class of closers through Acez Academy

Kathryn Fitzpatrick
Jeff Tesch on private lending
Opportunities In Private Lending

Jeff Tesch on private lending, market trends, and industry growth

National Mortgage Professional
Looming changes at Fannie and Freddie
Chrisman: F-Words Rule The Mortgage Markets

What you need to know about looming changes at Fannie and Freddie

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