In this episode of Mortgage Tech Talks, we explore one of the most exciting new AI advancements — ChatGPT’s Agent Mode — and why it’s a potential game-changer for mortgage brokers, real estate professionals, and anyone in the housing industry. You’ll see a live demo where Agent Mode goes beyond just answering questions — it literally opens a virtual desktop, clicks through RBC’s affordability calculator, uses Ratehub, researches home prices, and even starts booking appointments with mortgage brokers and real estate agents… all on its own. We’ll break down: What Agent Mode actually is How it works (live example) The opportunities and risks for mortgage brokers Why human trust will always be irreplaceable How to position yourself so AI chooses you in the future Whether you’re tech-curious or already deep in AI tools, this is a must-watch to see where the industry is headed. Timestamps:00:00 – Live demo: ChatGPT Agent Mode opening a virtual desktop00:17 – Navigating RBC’s affordability calculator00:33 – Using Ratehub to compare mortgage options00:49 – Episode intro & what to expect01:08 – Explaining Agent Mode & “AI agents”01:26 – Simulating a first-time homebuyer scenario02:14 – How Agent Mode bridges research and action03:03 – Example mortgage financing prompt setup03:20 – Asking AI to find homes & book appointments04:02 – How to enable Agent Mode in ChatGPT05:13 – Inputting financial details for a real example05:55 – Watching Agent Mode research in real time07:12 – Why this tech has the industry buzzing08:11 – Potential for AI-to-AI interaction08:51 – AI booking appointments with mortgage brokers & agents09:18 – Official ChatGPT breakdown of Agent Mode features10:17 – Future use cases & possibilities10:52 – AI filling out contact forms automatically12:12 – Affordability results & neighborhood suggestions13:04 – AI presenting real appointment slots from broker websites14:06 – Why human trust still matters in mortgage decisions15:38 – How client acquisition will change in the AI era17:21 – Final thoughts on adapting to AI-driven search