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The Madison PodcastHow a 21-Year-Old Realtor Built his Business with Max CassamajorWhat does it take to build a real estate career before most people even graduate from college? In this episode of the Madison Mortgage Podcast, host Ben Lavender sits down with rising agent Max Cassamajor of Power Move Realty to unpack what it's really like starting young, building confidence, and turning social media into a lead machine. Max shares how his very first deal came from a simple Instagram reel… with only $2/day in advertising — proving you don't need to go viral, you need to be visible. This conversation is full of mindset shif...
2026-02-1625 min
The Madison PodcastHow Discipline, Door Knocking & Belief Built a Real Estate Machine with Mike Petit FrereWhat happens when you stop waiting for the market to change and decide to outwork it instead? In this episode of The Madison Podcast, host Ben Lavender sits down with Mike Petit Frere of Power Move Realty, a New York real estate agent whose business exploded during one of the toughest markets in recent history. Mike shares how failing his real estate exam 11 times, nearly losing his life in Miami, and being written off by others became the fuel that built his success. If you're in real estate, sales, or entrepreneurship and feel stuck, this...
2026-02-0330 min
The Madison PodcastFrom Survival to Service: Real Estate, Responsibility & Building Generational Wealth with Omar JonesWhen responsibility comes early, and excuses aren't an option… what do you do? On this episode of The Madison Podcast, Ben Lavender sits down with Omar Jones of Power Move Realty to share a story shaped by resilience, purpose, and relentless drive. From growing up without basic necessities to creating pathways for others to achieve homeownership and generational wealth, Omar's journey is candid, insightful, and full of practical lessons for anyone ready to take ownership of their life. This is a candid conversation about discipline, mindset, and accountability—showing that opportunity isn't handed to you, it's built by y...
2026-01-2730 min
The Madison PodcastRelationships Will Always Beat AI in Real Estate with Dylan BugalloWhat does it really take to succeed in real estate today — without the fluff, the fake motivation, or the "post-and-pray" strategies? In this episode of The Madison Podcast, host Ben Lavender sits down with Dylan Bugallo, a high-producing New York real estate agent known for his no-nonsense, relationship-first approach. Together, they unpack what actually moves the needle in real estate — from prospecting fears no one admits out loud to why most agents stay busy but broke. This is an honest, unfiltered conversation about doing the work, caring deeply, and building a business that lasts. What You...
2026-01-2133 min
The Madison PodcastWhat 20 Years in NYC Real Estate Taught Me About Building Trust, Not Hype with Ross KeitWhat does it actually take to survive (and thrive) in New York real estate for decades? In this episode of The Madison Podcast, host Ben Lavender sits down with Ross Keit of Keller Williams Realty Landmark, a second-generation broker with over 20 years in the business and $100M+ in closed volume. Together, they unpack what luxury deals really look like, why most agents misunderstand lead generation, and how long-term success is built through relationships, education, and humility. This isn't theory. This is hard-earned perspective from the trenches of NYC real estate. What Y...
2026-01-1328 min
The Madison PodcastFrom Zero Deals to a Scalable Real Estate Business with Josh PismenyMost agents don't fail because they lack talent. They fail because they mistake being busy for doing the work. In this episode of The Madison Podcast, host Ben Lavender sits down with Josh Pismeny, a high-producing agent and team leader at Real Broker, to unpack what really drives growth in real estate right now. Josh didn't explode overnight. He spent his first year barely closing deals, grinding open houses, posting content with zero traction, and treating real estate like a real job. Fast forward, and he's closing consistent volume, building a team, and generating real...
2026-01-0929 min
Balearic FM PodcastI.D.T.C vol. 22 (031) (DJ Takafusa)Please enjoy my introduction, development, turn, and conclusion.
Genres: Soulful House, Techno, Deep House, Balearic, House
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Hannah Khemoh, Let You Go (Cafe 432 Club Mix) / Cafe 432
Higher Baby (Original Mix) / Trinidadian Deep
Ron Carroll, All I Got For You (Is Love) / Vick Lavender
Madison McFerrin, MERLIN BOBB, Masaki Morii, Ain't It Nice (Merlin Bobb & Masaki Morii Remix) / Soul In The Horn
Red Eye, Mr.G, Unity (G's Dub) / Fjaak
A Dance / Tiger Stripes
Mandel Turner, Elevate Your Mind (Extended Mix) / Ethan Gray
Melbourne Drum Authority, Supreme (Extended Mix) / Tonend
Luca Garaboni, My House, Your House (Original Mix) / Jo...
2025-11-0200 min
The Madison PodcastThe Winner's Mindset: Service, Discipline, and TrustIn this episode of The Madison Podcast, host Ben Lavender sits down with Matthew Winter — a rising star in New York real estate who went from global marketing to $20M in transactions in just three years. Matthew reveals the real secrets behind his momentum: Why service beats sales tactics every time How cold calling became his unlikely superpower The daily systems and affirmations that keep him grounded Why trust and presence are the real currency in business How to balance grit with empathy in high-stakes negotiations
2025-09-1238 min
The Madison PodcastThe Loan Officer's Blueprint: Shah Tehrany on Systems, Scale & the Flat-Fee AdvantageHow do you build a business that scales — faster, cleaner, and without losing culture? In this conversation, Shah Tehrany, CEO of Madison Mortgage, shares the blueprint behind Madison's growth — from systems that speed up every loan, a flat-fee model that gives loan officers freedom, and the mindset that keeps leaders sharp under pressure. "If you can measure it, you can improve it — and that's how you scale with clarity." Shah Tehrany This episode is for loan officers, real estate pros, and entrepreneurs who want the truth about scaling: not the hype, but the system...
2025-09-1057 min
The Cover StoryThe British Are ClosingBen Lavender leads a ten-person team at Madison Mortgage that closes over 100 loans a year — not by chasing leads, but by building a system that draws them in. With regular live events, podcast appearances, and a steady stream of explainer videos, “New York’s Favorite British Mortgage Broker” has turned consistent visibility (and a British accent) into a prospecting machine.
2025-08-0118 min
Boro4BoroEpisode 106: NYC Mortgage Loans with Ben LavenderIn this episode of Boro4Boro, Brown Harris Stevens Agent, Matthew Wynter, and co-hosts, Isaiah Ajala, Traci Byers, and Scottie Cabrera discuss mortgage loans and the NYC real estate market with Ben Lavender, Senior Mortgage Loan Originator at Madison Mortgage. Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens' Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery of Real Estate (MORE) Network. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7_x00Dbn3OS9Mt6wgx7LXktNIhEbW-iL Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/boro4boro/id1731246276 Connect with Matthew Wynter: https://w...
2024-08-0852 min
Loan Officer Marketing with Chris JohnstoneBen Lavender Teaches The Mortgage Marketing Activities That Grow Your Mortgage Business in 2023In this episode of The Loan Officer Wealth Podcast, we are joined by Ben Lavender, Team Leader and Loan Originator at Madison Mortgage Solutions! 👉 https://loanofficerwealth.com/ THE LOAN OFFICER WEALTH PODCAST | Ep. 98 Guest - Ben Lavender, Mortgage Loan Originator at https://madisonmortgage.com/ ➡️ Connect with Ben https://madisonmortgage.com/team-member/ben-lavender/ https://www.instagram.com/blavmtg Watch as Chris speaks with Ben about… - The money-making mortgage marketing activities that you need to be doing in 2023 - How Ben has leverag...
2023-05-2325 min
Good. Better. Broker.UWM LIVE! Megacast Part 2 | Episode 45The following guests sit down with host Justin White:• Brittney Fedele – Loan Pronto• Michelle Dugan – MS Lending• Lisa Lund – Lund Mortgage Team• Jade Taylor – Alvorada Mortgage• Justin Brown – Nuhome Team• Ciera Taylor – Home Path Mortgage• Lara Locke – Locke Your Loan• Ben Lavender – Madison Mortgage ServicesInterviews From Clients at UWM LIVE! On How They’re Growing Relationships and Winning DealsFor the second year in a row, thousands of independent mortgage professionals gathered in Pontiac, Michigan, for the biggest broker event of the year, UWM LIVE! In Part 2 of our special U...
2023-05-2357 min
The Madison PodcastBest Business Practices and Realtor Instruction | Amelia Sonny | Episode #22While times are tough right now, Amelia and Ben sit to talk about how the marketing is shifting and how a recalibration is needed. Despite the rate market current condition, there is plenty of time and action to be taken to be able to make a successful business! ---------------------------- LEARN MORE: We have been in the Real Estate and Mortgage service business for over 20 successful years. This longevity and confidence comes from our Real Estate & Mortgage services to a great many buyers and sellers, and their recommendations to o...
2022-07-0529 min
The Madison PodcastCustomer Experience and Business Ethics | Diana Romero | Episode #21This week Ben and local NY Realtor Diana Romero from Compass, sit down to talk about the important aspects of customer interaction. They focus on doing right by the customer is the key to building a trusting relationship and key to getting them into their dreams home, hassle free. ---------------------------- LEARN MORE: We have been in the Real Estate and Mortgage service business for over 20 successful years. This longevity and confidence comes from our Real Estate & Mortgage services to a great many buyers and sellers, and their recommendations to others that result in repeat referral bus...
2022-06-2136 min
The Madison PodcastBuilding Your Brand and Social Ninja Media Summit | Ifoma Pierre | Episode #20Ifoma Pierre is a licensed real estate associate broker who has built a successful career in New York real estate and gained recognition as an influential business coach and leadership trainer. He is the creator of the G.E.M Coaching Program which specializes in helping real estate agents become better marketers. Pierre is also an EXIT realty International Corporate Trainer and holds several designations including;- ABR, GRI, MCNE, SRS,PSA,E-PRO,CBR,ITI and The Prestigious John Maxwell Certified Speaker Trainer & Coach. ---------------------------- LEARN MORE: We have be...
2022-05-2730 min
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2022-05-121h 12
The Madison PodcastBuilding a Career and Doing It Right | Shannen Mincey | Episode #19This week we sit down with one of our own, Team Lead - Mortgage Operations; Shannen Mincey. Shannen goes through her story of how she got started in this business and with Madison Mortgage Services. She recounts some of the most important parts of her job as well as some of her most important work mentalities that help her win and succeed every day at work. ---------------------------- LEARN MORE: We have been in the Real Estate and Mortgage service business for over 20 successful years. This longevity and co...
2022-05-0919 min
The Madison PodcastStarting as a Realtor and Building Connections | Matthew Martin | Episode #18As a life long resident of Long Island, New York Matthew prides himself on the knowledge of my service areas, with years of real estate experience and well developed associations in the industry, he passionately strives to make real estate transactions more pleasurable and understanding for his clients. He is capable of properly diagnosing a purchase or sale of a property by performing CMA's (comparable market analysis), studying the current market, and canvassing the property in question. With this range of view he is equipped to negotiate convenient and desirable agreement terms on your behalf. He is an honest...
2022-04-1825 min
The Madison PodcastFamily Business and Crushing Expectations | Zara Martin | Episode #17Zara Martin is a resilient and innovative realtor who strives to give her clients the most personalized experience on each real estate journey. She is as diverse as it gets due to her upbringing on the island of Jamaica and Queens, New York in addition to the experience and friendships formed from going to college near the Adirondack Mountains. Despite the many challenges of living in upstate New York, she willingly immersed herself in different cultures in order to better understand the wants and needs of people as well as made constant investments in the latest real estate-centered courses...
2022-04-0134 min
The Madison PodcastTreating Client Right, Hardship, Self-Marketing | Danielle Efres | Episode #16Growing your business in this day and age can be easy; if you take the right steps. This week the Keller Williams agent, Danielle Efres, sits down with our beloved Ben Lavender to let it rip on what it's like to sell real estate in NY. Although as Danielle says, a lot of the time she ends up being more of a financial advisor than someone who finds and sells real estate. She knows this is the biggest financial decisions of most peoples lives and it should be treated as such, important. She...
2022-03-1456 min
The Madison PodcastMarket Changes, NYC Real Estate, Working with Madison | Chris Fenelus | Episode #15Starting his career in 2007 may have been tough, but Chris Fenelus kept moving forward and found his was into his current success. As CEO of New Door Real Estate, he is flourishing in growth while constantly working with Madison Mortgage Services to facilitate fast and efficient loans for his clients! ---------------------------- LEARN MORE: We have been in the Real Estate and Mortgage service business for over 20 successful years. This longevity and confidence comes from our Real Estate & Mortgage services to a great many buyers and sellers, and their recommendations to others that res...
2022-02-1852 min
The Madison PodcastProcessing, Team Management, Efficiency | Sarah Balgobin | Episode #15Sarah Balgobin, one of our Senior Loan Processors here at Madison Mortgage, has been work with this group for years. Starting at an entry level position and working her way up to a senior position is an accomplishment and the most effective was to become and expert in the mortgage business. Listen as Ben and Sarah breakdown the work flow here at Madison and what the LO/Processor relationship is like!
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LEARN MORE: We have been in the Real Estate and Mortgage service business for over 20 successful years. This longevity...
2022-02-1135 min
The Madison PodcastBusiness Owner, Flipping Houses, Building People | Andrew Ragusa | Episode #14This weeks special guest and Founder of REMI Realty; Andrew Ragusa, sits down to break down the finer points of his business. He's not into the real estate game as much as he is in the people and efficiency game. Andrew is a student, trying his best to learn at any and all times possible. Surround yourself with successful people and you too will be successful! Follow Andrew: @andrew_ragusa_ ---------------------------- LEARN MORE: We have been in the Real Estate and Mortgage service business for over 20 successful yea...
2022-02-0457 min
The Madison PodcastThe British Mortgage Broker, Social Media, Best Practices | Ben Lavender | Episode #13FINALLY one of our beloved hosts, NY's Favorite British Mortgage Broker; Ben Lavender hops into the guest seat to chat this week. Listen as he and CEO Shah Tehrany break down Ben's story and views on the mortgage business. From him immigrating to America to his best practices for business today, Ben and Shah go through it all. Tune in as they make sure the viewers understand how important it is to use and optimize your social channels while making sure you get the proper amount of repetitions in to become a successful mortgage broker.
2022-01-2141 min
The Madison PodcastMadison Mortgage and VORO Real Estate | Danny Shamooil | Episode #12VORO Real Estate is all about staying on top of tech in this market, and making sure their agents keep their bottom line full. Their 100% commission-based model helps to keep more money in the relators pockets and help to expand their every growing network of top notch agents. Tune in as VORO Real Estate CEO Danny Shamooil and Team Lead/Loan Originator Ben Lavender from Madison Mortgage chat it up and talk about how their paths crossed and why the two companies have decided to join forces to help scale and optimize each other's...
2022-01-0736 min
The Madison PodcastRetail Bank vs. Broker Channel and Connecting with Your Clients | Gabriella Vitale | Episode #11After having served a career in the big bank environment, one of Madison's own Senior Loan Processors Gabriella Vitale lends her first hand insight on the stark differences between Retail Bank and Broker channel. Her and Ben talk about the details of their day to day and how Madison Mortgage is able to optimize their work flow to provide the best possible result for the clients every single day.
2021-12-3033 min
The Madison PodcastGetting Into Real Estate NOW and Treat Your Clients Right | John Tayeb | Episode #10Ben and John sit down to talk about how important it is to Service your Clients first and then Sell your Clients second. When you're working with your clients' best interest in mind, it makes it easy to accomplish a goal while making the customer happy with their experience. John also goes into his humble and determined beginnings in his journey to the U.S. and how his father set him on the path that got him here today at The Tayeb Group. "A leading full-service real estate firm based in Bayside, Queens, Tayeb...
2021-12-261h 04
The Madison PodcastThe Mortgage Business and Treating People Like People | Daniel Spiegel | Episode #9Tune in to this episode with Ben Lavender hosting our most seasoned member of Madison Mortgage; Daniel Spiegel. With decades of finance experience under belt, Dan has seen it all. He has watched things change drastically in technology and business. Check it out as Dan and Ben unpack important aspects of the mortgage business while still keeping it human and approachable.
2021-12-1034 min
The Madison PodcastHard Work, Building a Business & Social Media Development | Challenger Brokers | Episode #8Ben Lavender sits down with associates from Challenger Brokers; Helen Challenger and Mike Arlotta, to talk about humbling beginnings, business tactics and social media branding. Challenger Brokers are a premier real estate agency based in Brooklyn, NY focusing on luxury and high end customer experience. About Challenger Brokers: "We at Challenger Brokers understand that oftentimes selling and/or buying a property is both a financially and emotionally taxing event for our clients. Therefore, we pride ourselves in providing everyone with a customer service experience that is so extraordinary it all but eliminates that stress. We take the...
2021-12-031h 25
The Madison PodcastNY #1 Broker Loan Originator, Business Style and the Broker Model | Eric Gasper | Episode #7This week Shah sit's down with the #1 Producing Loan Officer in the state of NY, Madison Mortgage's very own: Eric Gasper. As a seasoned mortgage veteran Eric has see it all in this business. After starting in the business shortly after 9/11, his personality and sales skills quickly set him apart from the rest. Now he has turned his business around and has scaled incredibly to become the top producer in the state of New York. Strap in and listen to how Eric does his business! ---------------------------- LEARN MORE: We hav...
2021-11-1922 min
The Madison PodcastReal Estate, Westchester, NY & Content Creation | Mark Metzler | Episode #6Join us again on another Episode with our host Ben Lavender and our guest of the week; Mark Metzler! Mark is an incredibly passionate person who is dedicated to his career and client success, as well as building relationships to last long after closing day. His knowledge of local market trends, negotiation skills, and his marketing expertise quickly made him a successful agent and continues to help him deliver success for his clients. Mark invests heavily into his business to continue to deliver the best service to his clients through the coaching from Ryan Serhant-Star of Million Dollar Listing...
2021-11-121h 03
The Madison PodcastMaine Pointe Lending and Growing Your Business | Skylar Welch | Episode #5Skylar Welch of Maine Pointe Lending joins us this week on The Madison Podcast! Skylar dives in on what it's like to do loans in the state of Maine and how fast things have changed and are still changing. Over a year and a half ago Skylar and our host, Madison Mortgage CEO Shah Tehrany, decided to team up to be able to accomplish her goals and Maine Pointe Lending was born!
2021-11-0937 min
The Madison PodcastOperations, Department Management, Mortgage Systems | Katherine Parache | Episode #3Operations is the backbone of any well run business and here at Madison Mortgage we have it down to a science. We sat down with Team Lead of Mortgage Operations, Katherine Parache, to break down how Madison is able to stay so efficient and grow exponentially.
2021-11-0932 min
The Madison PodcastBeginnings, Business Structure, Career Orientation | Anthony Grosso | Episode #2On this episode we dive in with one of Madison Mortgage's own Loan Originators, Anthony Grosso. As a former NY Port Authority Officer, he transitioned into Real Estate and Mortgages to build out the life he wanted. Listen in as he tell us his story, as well as how he runs his business for optimal success.
2021-11-0950 min
The Madison PodcastHow Madison Mortgage Started, Business Model, Future Plans | Shah Tehrany | Episode #1Join us as "New York's Favorite British Mortgage Broker", Ben Lavender, interviews the one and only Shah Tehrany who is the President and CEO of Madison Mortgage Services. Shah sits down and goes through the rapid growth that Madison has gone through since its' inception while also giving up the secret sauce as to why and how the company is able to scale in such a quick and successful manner.
2021-11-0945 min
The Madison PodcastMaine Pointe Lending and Growing Your Business | Skylar WelchSkylar Welch of Maine Pointe Lending joins us this week on The Madison Podcast! Skylar dives in on what it's like to do loans in the state of Maine and how fast things have changed and are still changing. Over a year and a half ago Skylar and our host, Madison Mortgage CEO Shah Tehrany, decided to team up to be able to accomplish her goals and Maine Pointe Lending was born!
2021-11-0337 min
The Madison PodcastThe People's Champ, Social Media, Building Brand | Sean CaufieldHonesty is always the best policy in business. According to Madison Mortgage Loan Originator; Sean Caufield, genuine acts and genuine people will always shine through in the mortgage business. This week Ben and Sean talk about establishing yourself as a brand as well as building up a social media presence.
2021-11-0348 min
The Madison PodcastOperations, Department Management, Mortgage Systems | Katherine ParacheOperations is the backbone of any well run business and here at Madison Mortgage we have it down to a science. We sat down with Team Lead of Mortgage Operations, Katherine Parache, to break down how Madison is able to stay so efficient and grow exponentially.
2021-11-0332 min
The Madison PodcastBeginnings, Business Structure, Career Orientation | Anthony GrossoOn this episode we dive in with one of Madison Mortgage's own Loan Originators, Anthony Grosso. As a former NY Port Authority Officer, he transitioned into Real Estate and Mortgages to build out the life he wanted. Listen in as he tell us his story, as well as how he runs his business for optimal success.
2021-11-0350 min
The Madison PodcastHow Madison Mortgage Started, Business Model, Future Plans | Shah TehranyJoin us as "New York's Favorite British Mortgage Broker", Ben Lavender, interviews the one and only Shah Tehrany who is the President and CEO of Madison Mortgage Services. Shah sits down and goes through the rapid growth that Madison has gone through since its' inception while also giving up the secret sauce as to why and how the company is able to scale in such a quick and successful manner.
2021-10-2745 min
Good. Better. Broker.Just Press Record! | Episode 3The following guests sit down with host Justin White:Ben Lavender - Senior Mortgage Loan Originator, Madison Mortgage ServicesMike Cox - Broker-Owner, Mortgage NerdsWhy Creating Video Content for Social Media Leads to Increased Brand Recognition and More LoansConsistently posting videos on social media can help independent mortgage brokers grow their brand and their book of business. What should you be thinking about when recording videos and developing a strategy for posting them? Tune in to episode #3 of Good. Better. Broker. to find out why this type...
2021-10-1828 min