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Cold Calls, Clear Metrics, & Crushing It as a Loan Officer
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33:46βYou have to do the work.β π₯ Thatβs the message from Minnesota-based loan officer Allison Larson in this game-changing episode. π§ Allison shares how cold calling helped her build powerful realtor relationships and why knowing your numbers is non-negotiable for success. π₯ Key takeaways: π Track your metrics like a CEO π Cold calls still convertβwhenβ¦
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From Refi Queen to Relationship Machine: Sherry Rianoβs Game Plan
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29:20π¨ βI was a refi queen.β But today, Sherry Riano is building a mortgage empire rooted in relationships, coaching, and community. π₯ In this episode, Sherry dives into how she shifted her entire mindset to go from refi-focused to purchase-drivenβand how YOU can do the same. π§ πΌ π Why coaching is non-negotiable in todayβs market π How AI supports your bβ¦
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Mid-Year Moves: Non-Negotiables for Loan Officer Growth
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25:38π¨ Are your goals still on track this year? Or are you just hoping theyβll work out? In this episode, Devin Dubuc and Coach Rick drop π₯ insights for loan officers who want to finish the year strong. β
Reassess your goals at the halfway mark β
Set non-negotiables that drive real results β
Build agent relationships that fuel growth β
Use social media β¦
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Champions of Change: From Sports Legends to Homeownership Heroes.
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42:01π LEGENDS COLLIDE: When Sports Icons Become Homeownership Heroes! This conversation will give you CHILLS! Jimmy Ellis (NFL/Boxing legend) and Shawn King are on a mission that goes way beyond sports - they're helping families build generational wealth through innovative homeownership solutions! π πͺ Jimmy's journey: Pop Warner β NFL β Boxing β Changinβ¦
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Cold Calls, Warm Leads: Mastering the 5 Pillars of Lead Gen
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32:13π₯ Cold calling doesnβt have to feel coldβ¦ when you do it right. In this episode, Devin Dubuc and βMagic Mikeβ Cardascia break down whatβs really working in todayβs mortgage and real estate space. Whether you're new to the game or ready to scale, this conversation is packed with tactical takeaways: β
The 5 essential pillars of lead generation β
How β¦
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Redefining Real Estate Partnerships with Retrβs Smart Tech
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38:40βRetr is Betterβ π₯ Tired of clunky CRMs and weak partnerships? Meet Steven Wynands, the engineer-turned-real-estate-disruptor behind Retr β the platform transforming how loan officers and realtors work together. πΌβ¨ π Built to boost relationships, streamline systems, and actually look good doing it π§ Backed by user feedback + designed with experiencβ¦
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ποΈ NEW EPISODE: Real-Life Hero in the Mortgage World!
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44:56Meet Nate Carver - the mortgage pro who's literally saving lives while closing deals! π β¨ This conversation goes WAY beyond mortgages. From late-night Uber rides that led to rescuing trafficking victims to funding rescue operations nationwide, Nate's story will blow your mind. π₯ What we're diving into: β’ How relational lending destroys transactionalβ¦
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Tech Revolution: How Brad Brondt Built the Ultimate Loan Officer CRM
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32:48π COMING SOON: The Tech Revolution Every Loan Officer Needs to See! Get ready to meet Brad Brondt - the mortgage industry innovator who's changing the game with Cerberus CRM! π€ Brad started during the 2009 financial crisis (talk about baptism by fire!) and didn't see a paycheck for 6 months. Fast forward to today - he's built a CRM system that's reβ¦
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Behind the Success: Ashleyβs Whiteboard, Team & Grit
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30:31π² βI didnβt have a carβ¦ or anything.β Ashley Bedfordβs story is what hustle really looks like. From riding a bike in Florida at 18 to becoming one of the areaβs top-producing loan officers, Ashley shares the raw, unfiltered journey in this episode with Devin Dubuc. π₯ Key lessons from Ashleyβs rise: π How early challenges built resilience and drive β¦
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The Mortgage Dads' Formula: Authenticity + Action = Growth
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31:26π₯ βIf we can do it, anybody can.β The Mortgage DadsβTravis Newton and James Swiftβwent from local pros to social media standouts by leaning into authenticity, consistency, and community π₯ In this episode, they reveal: β
How creating 1,000 videos a year changed their business β
The 80/20 rule that keeps their content fresh and relatable β
How supporβ¦
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From Sportscaster to Mortgage Star: Adam Neftβs Playbook
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28:03π€ βYou got to do it with joy.β From the sportscaster mic to the mortgage desk, Adam Neft proves that authenticity, passion, and community are game-changers in this business. In this episode, Devin Dubuc uncovers the marketing and mindset moves that have made Adam a standout LO. π Hereβs what youβll learn: π‘ How to brand mortgage products in relatabβ¦
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π MARKET REALITY CHECK π The headlines are saying there are 500K more sellers than buyers nationwide, but what's ACTUALLY happening on the ground? Our latest episode breaks down: β
Why Charlotte homes are still appreciating 2-4% annually β
Days on market: 39-44 days (vs 90-130 pre-2019!) β
The difference between data models vs real market activity β¦
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π‘ βSocial media in 2025 is your business card.β π‘ In this high-impact episode, Devin Dubuc sits down with Coach Rick Koenig to break down the mindset and methods of top-tier loan originators. Hereβs what separates the pros from the pack: β
Deep product knowledge & guideline mastery β
Building real trustβnot just surface connections β
Leveraging socβ¦
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The Truth About Social Media Success Nobody Tells You by Dan Smokoska
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37:41"No likes? No problem. The right people are still watching" ππ₯ In this fire episode, we sit down with Dan Smrokowski of WinSocial to break down what real success on social media looks like for loan officers and mortgage pros. Spoiler alert: it's not about going viral β itβs about being visible, consistent, and authentic. π Why 1:1 relationship-builβ¦
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The Real Secret to Scaling Your Mortgage Business (It's Not What You Think)
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22:36π― STOP getting paralyzed by too many "good ideas" If your mortgage business isn't where it needs to be, you don't need another shiny object strategy. You need to master the FOUNDATION first: β
Your database (past clients, friends, family) β
Google presence (reviews + visibility) β
Social media power hour (be SOCIAL, not just present) Coach Rick breβ¦
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Veteran-Focused Lending with Heart: Kobi Rexβs Winning Formula
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25:13βThis is an investment in your financial future.β π°πΊπΈ In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kobi Rex of Premier Lending, a mortgage expert with deep roots in military service and a passion for helping veterans and families achieve homeownership. π‘ β
Discover how Kobiβs military background fuels his mission to serve the veteran community. β
Leaβ¦
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AI That Connects: Tech Tools Fueling Mortgage Success
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31:52βAI wonβt replace youβbut someone using it might.β In this episode, Devin Dubuc and Toni Taylor dive into how AI is transforming the mortgage industryβnot by replacing humans, but by enhancing relationships. π€π‘ Hereβs what youβll learn: π§ How to streamline your workflow with AI tools like Zapier & FinLocker π¬ Why human interaction still reigns, eveβ¦
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From Tech to Real Estate Wealth: Jerry Holcomb's 22-Year Journey Building Generational Wealth Through Strategic Home Ownership
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28:27Join host Devin Dubuc as he spotlights Jerry Holcomb from Premier Lending, a seasoned loan officer who transitioned from IBM mainframe development to helping families build generational wealth through homeownership since 2003. In this comprehensive episode, Jerry shares his passion-driven approach to lending and breaks down game-changing strategiesβ¦
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How to Become the Go-To Loan Officer in Your Market
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32:11"Trust is built in small cap promises.β Are you still waiting for referrals to grow your business? That strategy might not cut it for the next gen loan officer. In this game-changing episode, Devin Dubuc and Brian Vieaux break down: β‘οΈ Why showing up physically and digitally is no longer optional β‘οΈ How early trust-building boosts long-term customeβ¦
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Belief, Hustle, and Heart: Laura Witteβs Winning Formula
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35:06βFailure is not an option.β Thatβs the mindset Laura Witte lives byβand itβs what helped her rise as one of Georgiaβs top female mortgage originators. πΌ In this inspiring episode, Laura shares: βοΈ How her early struggles shaped her mission βοΈ Why she founded Truth and Lending to promote fairness βοΈ The mindset shifts that changed everything βοΈ How β¦
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Building Your Bench: Why Smart Mortgage Pros Never Stop Interviewing
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16:03π’ NEW EPISODE ALERT: The Coach's Corner is back with Devin and Rick dropping gems on building a sustainable mortgage business! Are you waiting until you're desperately short-staffed to start recruiting? Big mistake! In today's episode, we break down why you should ALWAYS be interviewing for key positions - even when you don't have immediate openingβ¦
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From Secret Weapon to Tech Titan: How Sam May is Revolutionizing Mortgage Tools
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33:23Ever wonder how top loan officers deliver exceptional service WITHOUT burning out? Meet @LoneGuySD (Sam May), the creator of HomPwr - the mortgage tool built BY loan officers FOR loan officers. In this power-packed episode, Sam reveals: β’ Why confusion kills mortgage deals (and how his tool creates clarity) β’ The "11-minute legend" method that getsβ¦
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How a Single Mom Built a 15-State Mortgage Business Using LinkedIn
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27:40Meet Denise Panza, who went from kindergarten teacher to LinkedIn mortgage superstar writing loans in 15 states! On today's Loan Officer Success Partner podcast, Denise shares: β’ How getting her salary cut unexpectedly launched her 30-year mortgage career β’ Why she's earned business from complete strangers who recognize her from LinkedIn β’ Her simpβ¦
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The Birthday Video Hack That's Getting Loan Officers More Business
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15:19Stop sending boring "HBD" comments! π In today's Coach's Corner, Coach Rick and Devin break down how one simple birthday video message can transform your social media game and get you in front of more real estate agents. The algorithm loves it when you: β’ Send personalized video messages instead of generic text β’ Connect via DMs (not just wall postβ¦
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Thriving Through Change: Tech, Culture & Career Moves in Mortgages
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23:21Change is comingβare you ready to thrive? π₯ In this powerful episode, Mr. Dooboo and Coach Rick break down the shifts shaking up the mortgage worldβand how YOU can stay ahead. π₯ Hereβs what youβll walk away with: β‘οΈ Why embracing change is the #1 skill in todayβs market β‘οΈ How tech enhances (not replaces) real relationships π€ β‘οΈ What to look for inβ¦
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Is Your Company Helping You Win or Holding You Back?
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20:46Is your company helping you growβor holding you back? In todayβs volatile mortgage market, who you align with matters more than ever. π Devin Dubuc and Coach Rick Koenig unpack how to evaluate your companyβs support, leadership, and culture so youβre not left behind when the next shift hits. π Your growth depends on the people behind you. π Hit theβ¦
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From Car Stereos to Zillow: How Joey Martin Built Tech That Scales
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42:47From custom subwoofers to leading product at Zillow?! π― In this episode, Devin sits down with Joey Martin, a tech-savvy entrepreneur whose wild career path spans from bending rebar to scaling Zillowβs NYC office to 180+ employees. π§ How car audio taught him to engineer for precision π’ What it was like launching Premier Agent in NYC π€ Why most businβ¦
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Mastering Follow-Up: Building Lasting Client Relationships in Real Estate
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20:10Mastering the Art of Follow-Up in Real Estate π In this insightful episode, Devin Dubuc and Coach Rick explore the key role of follow-up calls, technology, and social media in building lasting client relationships. Discover how consistent engagement and genuine interactions can transform your real estate business. π§ Tune in now to elevate your clieβ¦
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Your Next Deal Is Already in Your Database!
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14:59Your Next Deal Is Already in Your Database! In this Coaches Corner episode, Devin Dubuc and Coach Rick break down proven strategies for staying top of mind in the mortgage business. β
Reconnect with past clients β
Leverage tech tools to find lost contacts β
Make personal outreach a habit β
Ask for referrals the right way β
Strengthen agent and partβ¦
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Mastering Mortgage Sales Through Trust, Teamwork, and Daily Practice
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24:37"You donβt have to go at it alone." In this episode, Devin Dubuc sits down with Jack Mann, a rising force in the mortgage world, to talk sales, trust, teamwork, and growth. Jack shares how consistent communication, daily practice, and support systems have shaped his success as a loan officerβfrom North Carolina to Birmingham. Whether youβre new to β¦
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Follow-up isn't just a stepβitβs the key to success in real estate and mortgages! In this episode, Devin Dubuc and Coach Rick Koenig dive into the power of client engagement, the art of future casting, and why a personal touch makes all the difference. Learn how structured follow-ups, transparent communication, and consistent outreach can turn leadβ¦
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In this conversation, Devin Dubuc and Coach Rick dive into the power of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems in real estate and beyond. From streamlining communication to boosting accountability, the right CRM can be a game-changer for business growth. π¬ βThe best CRM? The one youβll use.β π Build stronger relationships through personalizβ¦
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From Hairdresser to Loan Officer: Chastity Dyer's Journey
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35:05From hairdressing to leading in the mortgage industry, Chastity Dyer shares how relationships, discipline, and a strong mindset fuel success. In this insightful conversation with Devin Dubuc, she breaks down the power of lead generation, networking, and consistency in a competitive market. π¬ βEvery lead is a gold nugget.β π² βOur phone is our moneymβ¦
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How mloflo Streamlines Success with Derrick Doss
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35:24π₯ NEW EPISODE ALERT! π₯ Join us as we welcome mortgage tech legend Derrick Doss, founder of mloflo, to the Loan Officer Success Partner podcast! In this value-packed episode, Derrick reveals how the right CRM system can transform your mortgage business from chaotic to streamlined. Learn how mloflo combines point-of-sale functionality, processing worβ¦
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Activate Your Database: The Secret to Consistent Referrals in a Changing Market
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19:48In today's Coaches Corner, Devin and Rick reveal how to tap into your biggest untapped resource - your past client database! Did you know? Up to 70% of top producers' referrals come from their database and circle of influence. Yet so many of us leave this goldmine untouched! Key takeaways: β’ How to reconnect with clients you haven't spoken to in YEβ¦
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Mastering the Art of Agent Follow-Up: Persistence Pays Off in Mortgage Sales
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21:04π Attention Loan Officers! Want to stand out from the crowd and win over top-tier real estate agents? π€ In this week's Coach's Corner, Devin and Coach Rick break down the ultimate strategy for building killer relationships with high-performing agents. Learn why consistent follow-up isn't just importantβit's EVERYTHING. Key Takeaways: β
Target agentβ¦
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Innovative Mortgage Solutions: How Rafael Amaro is Closing Impossible Loans in Miami's Competitive Market
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17:01π£ NEW EPISODE ALERT! π On this episode of Loan Officer Success Partner, host Devin Dubuc sits down with Miami's mortgage maven Rafael Amaro to discuss how he's become one of Premier Lending's top producers! Rafael shares his journey and reveals: β’ Why he made the move to Premier Lending β’ How he's closing loans others can't β’ The game-changing 3.5%β¦
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Why Smart Buyers Aren't Waiting for Lower Rates
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21:23MortgageCon 2025 just wrapped, and Coach Rick is bringing you the latest market insights you can't afford to miss! Join us as we break down Barry Habib's market forecast, revealing why smart buyers are making moves NOW instead of waiting for lower rates. Key takeaways: Why waiting for lower rates could cost your clients $30,800 in equity The real iβ¦
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From Art School to Tequila Connoisseur: How Rick Loveall Built a 35+ Year Mortgage Career
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25:30Meet Rick Loveall, the mortgage industry's "Ray Donovan" and resident tequila expert! π₯ From an accidental start in '87 to becoming a top branch manager, Rick shares his journey from art school student to mortgage fixer. Now he's launching "Mortgages & Margaritas" - a fresh take on real estate content where top agents talk business over premium teqβ¦
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From First Responder Dreams to Rising Star Loan Officer: Dom Arias' Journey to Success
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25:03π Meet Dom Arias, the 6'7" former basketball player turned mortgage industry rising star! From growing up with 13 siblings to closing deals in Nebraska, Dom shares how his family values and competitive spirit drive his success. In this episode, Dom reveals: β’ His unique path from California to Nebraska β’ How his first-responder mindset translates tβ¦
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How Top Producers Build Lasting Referral Networks with Scott Hudspeth
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40:22π± Ready to unlock your database's FULL potential? Industry veteran Scott Hudspeth drops some serious knowledge about the "Law of 23" - every person in your database has 23 friends, family & coworkers ready to refer you... if they remember who you are! π Key takeaways from this power chat: β’ Create referral experiences, not just transactions β’ Focusβ¦
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Building Meaningful Relationships with Top Real Estate Agents
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18:21π― Want to connect with top-producing real estate agents but don't know where to start? In this week's #CoachsCorner, we're breaking down: β’ How to find agents doing 8+ deals/year β’ Making that first call (without being awkward!) β’ The FROG technique that builds instant rapport β’ Why relationship-building beats cold leads "Everything comes back to rβ¦
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π Meet Bobby Zapol, the former pastry chef turned mortgage expert who's revolutionizing the lending game in Maryland! From managing $5M restaurants to guiding families through their home buying journey, Bobby brings his signature hospitality mindset to every transaction. His secret sauce? 100 calls a day, daily success planning, and treating every β¦
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The Power of Your 'Why' in Building Real Estate Relationships
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15:57Ever wonder why some loan officers connect instantly with realtors while others struggle? In this week's Coach's Corner, Devin and Coach Rick dive deep into discovering your authentic "why" - the story that drives everything you do. π Key takeaways: β’ Your "why" can double your connection rate with potential partners β’ How to dig deeper than just "β¦
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From Guatemala to Branch Manager: How Pedro Maldonado is Breaking Down Barriers for Hispanic Homebuyers
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18:25Meet Pedro Maldonado, the visionary behind Su Casa Loans who's transforming the mortgage industry for Hispanic families π β¨ From learning English at 19 to becoming a top-performing loan officer, Pedro's journey is proof that dedication to community can create real change. His team doesn't just process loans - they spend months (sometimes years!) helβ¦
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Building Your 2025 Roadmap: The 15-Minute Business Plan That Works
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19:19Join Devin Dubuc and Coach Rick as they break down how to create an effective business plan in just 15 minutes. Learn how to set achievable goals, create non-negotiable time blocks, and transform your mortgage business in 2025. Plus, get access to their exclusive one-page business plan template! --------------- Premier Lending 3109 Blue Lake Drive,β¦
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