The Broker Action Coalition (BAC) and the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) have announced a partnership to co-host their first joint advocacy fly-in event in Washington, D.C., from April 20-22, 2026. Titled "Advocacy in Action: Better Together," the event represents a strategic unification of two major mortgage broker organizations aimed at increasing their collective influence on Capitol Hill.
BAC Chief Advocacy Officer Brendan McKay, who also owns McKay Mortgage, emphasized that this collaboration embodies the unity message he has championed throughout his advocacy work. "NAMB and the BAC coming together in this manner shows not just talk about unity in any division, but actual action towards it," McKay stated. "In Washington, DC, being on the same page is so absolutely critical."
The partnership announcement comes as McKay points to BAC's recent legislative success as proof of concept for effective broker advocacy. "Mortgage brokers told us three years ago when we founded the BAC that trigger lead legislation was the most important issue to them," McKay explained. "And three short years later, which is light speed in DC terms, the legislation has passed and that problem has been solved."
BAC Executive Director Rachel Clark highlighted the practical importance of this collaborative approach. "Policy decisions are being made every day that directly impact brokers and the families we serve," Clark noted. "By co-hosting this event with NAMB, we are creating a stronger, louder, and more effective voice for independent brokers. This is about showing up, building relationships, and making sure our industry is represented where it matters most on Capitol Hill."
The event will feature policy briefings, issue-focused discussions, and direct meetings with members of Congress and their staff. These components are designed to equip participants with the knowledge and access necessary to drive meaningful policy change that protects both brokers and the homebuyers they serve, particularly Veterans, minorities, and underserved communities.
McKay's advocacy philosophy emphasizes unity across industry divisions. "In DC, we are united," he emphasized. "We do not care if you're W-2 or 1099. We do not care if you are a true broker or if you're a non-delegated correspondent, and we sure as shit do not care which mortgage lenders you do or do not work with."
To ensure broad participation, the event has been priced at just $99 to attend, reflecting BAC's commitment to inclusive advocacy that involves brokers of all business sizes. More information about the event and registration details are available on the Broker Action Coalition's website at https://brokeractioncoalition.com/aia-2026.
McKay stressed that sustained advocacy requires ongoing financial support from the broker community. "Brokers are a 'I'll believe it when I see it' group," he noted. "Well, you've seen it. Trigger lead legislation was the most important thing to you. Done, proof of concept. The BAC is capable of properly fighting for and representing mortgage brokers in Washington, DC. And if you want it to continue, you need to step up and start paying for it."
Looking forward, McKay envisions expanded advocacy capabilities with adequate resources, including tackling state-level issues and addressing every challenge facing mortgage brokers nationwide. "We're constantly having to prioritize what issues we can tackle and which ones we can't from a logistically possible standpoint," he explained. "If we were talking about getting donations at scale, there would really be nothing off limits for what we'd be able to accomplish."
This historic collaboration signals a new era of coordinated advocacy for independent mortgage brokers as they navigate an evolving regulatory landscape, working to ensure their channel remains a vital pathway to homeownership for all Americans.
