Ben sits down with longtime Las Vegas mortgage professional David Yurkovchak to talk about his 20+ year journey in the industry, his passion for financial literacy, the realities of qualifying for a home in a unique market like Las Vegas, and how the city itself has evolved from a transient casino town into a true community and sports hub.
Highlighted Topics
- David’s background in mortgages and 20+ years of industry experience
- Truth-first approach and setting realistic expectations with clients
- How buyers misunderstand income, credit, and affordability
- Unique financial and employment landscape in Las Vegas
- David’s early life, work ethic, and quirky first jobs
- Transition from broadcast journalism aspirations to mortgage banking
- The importance of financial literacy and credit education
- Problems with online mortgage misinformation
- Market cycles, interest rates, and why 2008–style crashes are unlikely
- Buyer psychology, competition, and emotional home shopping
- David’s partnerships with CPAs, estate planners, and credit coaches
- Community involvement, networking groups, and nonprofits in Las Vegas
- Personal recommendations for food, views, and Las Vegas life
