26-03 The Language Of Home
Issue
3
2026

The Language Of Home

This issue of Mortgage Women explores the power of leadership, inclusion, and innovation across the mortgage industry. From Margie Hennessey's inspiring cover story on making lending more accessible, to features on the growing influence of single women homebuyers, emerging women leaders, and trailblazers shaping the industry's future, each story highlights the importance of authentic voices, bold leadership, and creating opportunities that move housing finance forward. The issue also celebrates the 2026 Mortgage Stars, honoring the industry's standout leaders recognized this past July in New Orleans.

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From The Issue

Finding Your Voice
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Finding Your Voice

How women can speak up and stand out in meetings

By 
Tina Asher
Mortgage Women
Leadership
She Doesn't Need A Co-Signer Anymore
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She Doesn't Need A Co-Signer Anymore

Single women are now buying more homes than single men

By 
Tai Christensen
Mortgage Women
People
Opening Communication
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Opening Communication

Margie Hennessey strives to make homeownership more accessible to the deaf community through direct communication via ASL

By 
Sloan Brewster
Mortgage Women
People
Why Education Is  The Mortgage Industry’s Greatest Advantage
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Why Education Is The Mortgage Industry’s Greatest Advantage

Learning is a constant ever-evolving necessity in the industry

By 
Sloan Brewster
Mortgage Women
People
From  Search Rankings  To AI  Answers
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From Search Rankings To AI Answers

The new rules of mortgage brand awareness

By 
Jennifer Mannion
Mortgage Women
Tech
Leveraging The Brand  That Comes Naturally To You
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Leveraging The Brand That Comes Naturally To You

The strongest professional brands aren't manufactured — they're built on the qualities you already bring to every interaction

By 
Shelly Griffin
Mortgage Women
Marketing