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Get Real 41126. Mortgage Rates - Big Business | Daraw AlimiOn this episode of Get Real 411, Brad and Jamie talk to Dawar Alimi, CEO and Co-Founder of Lender Price, to discuss the future of the mortgage business, how apps like Lender Price are evolving with technology, and how AI is already impacting the industry, as well as what effects it may have in the future. About Dawar Alimi:Dawar Alimi is the CEO and Co-Founder of Lender Price, a leading provider of digital lending and capital market technologies. With over 23 years of experience in the mortgage industry, Dawar is highly regarded for his expertise in financial t...2024-11-281h 00
The Blueprint with Brad RiceFrom Shy 20 Year Old to Big Time Executive | Jamie Cavanaugh E007In this episode, we sit down with Jamie Cavanaugh, a powerhouse executive in the mortgage industry. Jamie shares her incredible journey from starting young in business to becoming a renowned figure in the mortgage world. Whether you’re in real estate, the mortgage business, or looking for inspiration on building a successful career, this episode is packed with valuable insights.Tune in as we explore:-Jamie's rise to executive leadership-Key lessons learned in the mortgage and real estate sectors-Tips for young professionals navigating the world of business and finance-The future of...2024-10-1750 min
Get Real 41125. Self-Storage Fortunes | Ian HorowitzOn this episode of Get Real 411, Brad and Jamie chat with Ian Horowitz, Co-founder of Equity Warehouse, to explore his journey from firefighting to building a real estate empire. Ian shares his experiences getting started in real estate, the importance of networking, and embracing challenges to reach success. Tune in to learn how Ian went from his first rental property to managing over $100 million in assets and why taking action is the key to getting ahead.About Ian Horowitz:Since his first rental property purchase in 2012, Ian has broadened his involvement in real estate with property...2024-10-171h 00
Get Real 41124. How to Become the #1 VA Lender in the Nation | Patton GadeOn this episode of Get Real 411, Brad and Jamie sit down with Patton Gade, a top-ranked VA loan expert and the #1 Scotsman Guide Ranked VA Loan Originator in 2023. Patton shares his insights on mastering your niche, building lasting client relationships, and clearing up misconceptions about VA loans. About Patton Gade:With nearly a decade of industry experience, Patton Gade has established himself as a top expert in the field of military lending, holding the title of #1 Scotsman Guide Ranked VA Loan Originator in 2023. His extensive knowledge and deep understanding of the unique needs of military members a...2024-09-121h 00
Get Real 41123. Paws and Pre-Approvals | Kayla KallanderOn this episode of Get Real 411, Brad and Jamie welcome Kayla Kallander, a mortgage advisor with First International Bank and Trust. Kayla shares her journey from a small town near the Canadian border to becoming a full-time mortgage advisor, her passion for dog rescue, and the importance of social media in her career. She also highlights unique mortgage programs in North Dakota and offers insights into leveraging technology and AI in the mortgage industry. About Kayla Kallander:Kayla is known as the mortgage meteorologist, helping prepare clients for uncertain and always changing scenarios of buying a h...2024-08-1542 min
Get Real 41122. Building Partnerships, One Broker at a Time | Rob PiekloOn this episode of Get Real 411 Brad and Jamie welcome Rob Pieklo, COO of AFR to discuss why he left AFR and why he decided to come back. They also talk about what makes AFR unique and the benefits it offers to loan originators.About Rob Pieklo: Robert Pieklo, Chief Operating Officer, recently returned to AFR, having overseen lending, revenue, capital markets, and strategy previously. In his time away from AFR, Rob was in the trenches, running his own successful brokerage. Leveraging his deep knowledge of brokers, correspondents, and retail channels, Rob is poised to supercharge AFR's gro...2024-08-0140 min
Get Real 41121. Leadership, Growth and Breaking Barriers | Christine BeckwithChristine Beckwith joins Jamie Cavanaugh for a discussion about her journey from Junior LO to CEO, Best Selling Author, and Coach to some of the biggest names in the mortgage industry. About Christine Beckwith:Christine Beckwith is a 35 plus year Veteran of the mortgage industry. She has held positions ranking from originations all the way to senior vice president of sales. In her 36 years she was corporate oversight for two national firms in originations and business development spanning marketing, financial forensics, and all areas of sales leadership including training and curriculum. Christine has...2024-07-1851 min
Get Real 411Rebroadcast: Cutting Edge Marketing Using AI | Chris JohnstoneHappy Fourth of July! Get Real 411 is taking the week off to celebrate, but we'll be back in two weeks with a brand new episode. For this week we have one of our favorite episodes featuring Chris Johnstone from Connection Inc. Hope you enjoy!--On this episode, Chris Johnstone, President and Owner of Connection Inc. joins Brad and Jamie to share some of his best advice for marketing in the digital age. Chris explains how he got involved in digital marketing, how the advertising landscape has changed since he started, and gives tips that you can...2024-07-041h 01
Get Real 41120. Raising Your Kids to Succeed | Scott DonnellScott Donnell of GravyStack joins Brad and Jamie to discuss raising children with financial literacy and his journey through founding multiple companies.About Scott Donnell:Scott Donnell is the founder of Apex Leadership Co, Hapbee Technologies, and the GravyStack™ banking app for kids and families. Since 2011, his companies have taught leadership, fitness, and financial competency to over 6 million kids nationwide. Scott lives in Phoenix with his wife, Amy, and their four little value creators. Connect on IG and TikTok at @imscottdonnell.--Get In Touch:Learn more about the show → info...2024-06-2046 min
Get Real 41119. Helping the Entire Mortgage Industry | Jonathon HaddadJonathon Haddad, the new CEO of AIME, joins Brad and Jamie for a chat about his journey from bartending to commercial real estate and how that led him to the mortgage industry. He also discusses his family background, work ethic, and the impactful advice that shaped his career. About Jonathon Haddad:Jonathon Haddad is the CEO of the Association of Independent Mortgage Experts (AIME). Jonathon joined the wholesale channel in 2019 with Next Door Lending, where he transitioned from Vice President to Managing Partner and President. Jonathon still continues to originate to ensure he does not lose...2024-06-0657 min
Get Real 41118. Market Insights and Tools That Every Loan Officer Needs | Dan HabibDan Habib, Chief Revenue Officer of Highway, joins Brad and Jamie this week to discuss how he and his team built the most trusted platform in market insights and analysis for mortgage and real estate. About Dan Habib: Dan Habib has been an educator in the mortgage industry for over 15 years. He was recently honored by National Mortgage Professional Magazine by being named one of the top 40 under 40 mortgage professionals in the country. He was also presented with HousingWire’s “Rising Star” award, which acknowledges young leaders in the housing industry.Earlier in his career, Dan was...2024-05-231h 07
Get Real 411Bonus Episode | The Broker JourneyBrad and Jamie were on the Broker Journey with Jason Frazier and we're excited to share that episode with you. We'll be back soon with a regular episode.Find more information about the Broker Journey and Brad and Jamie's appearance here: https://www.brokerjourney.com/blog/amerifund--Get In Touch:Learn more about the show → info@getreal411.comInquire about being a guest on a future episode or hosting Brad or Jamie on your podcast → booking@getreal411.com--Follow The Pod:Website: www.getr...2024-05-0951 min
Get Real 41117. Why Kindness Always Wins | Delfino AguilarDelfino Aguilar, Chief Production Officer of TPO at Kind Lending joins Brad and Jamie to discuss how creating the right atmosphere and culture can lead to success. About Delfino Aguilar:Delfino Aguilar is a seasoned mortgage industry professional with over 22 years of experience. Serving as the Chief Production Officer of TPO (Third Party Origination) at Kind Lending, Delfino has established himself as a leader in the Wholesale Lending space. For 12-plus years he has worked closely with the CEO and Founder of Kind Lending, Glenn Stearns. His remarkable career trajectory is underscored by his tenure at o...2024-04-1854 min
Get Real 41116. What the NAR Settlement May Mean for the Future of Real Estate | Brad and JamieGet Real 411 is back for season 2 with a fireside chat featuring Brad and Jamie discussing the recent NAR settlement and what it could mean for the future of real estate. --Get In Touch:Learn more about the show → info@getreal411.comInquire about being a guest on a future episode or hosting Brad or Jamie on your podcast → booking@getreal411.com--Follow The Pod:Website: www.getreal411.comFacebook: @getreal411Instagram: @getreal411LinkedIn: @getreal411Youtube: @getreal411pod--Credi...2024-03-2856 min
Get Real 41115. How the Appraisal Industry Is Changing | Jon TallingerJon Tallinger, Chief Growth Officer of Class Valuation joins Brad and Jamie to discuss appraisal industry. Learn about recent changes and what might be on the horizon from the About Jon Tallinger:Since helping to start Class as its first employee in 2009, Jon has played several key roles throughout the company. Now, his primary focus is planning and leading the company’s growth initiatives. Under Jon’s direction, Class’s Sales & Marketing Team helped the company grow by over 250% since the start of 2016. Jon and his team are planning for even bigger growth and success in the yea...2024-01-0445 min
Get Real 41114. Practical Credit Advice From The Expert | Sam ParkerSam Parker of My Credit Guy joins Brad and Jamie this episode to share useful tips, tricks, and advice that you can use to improve your credit and help your clients improve their credit.About Sam Parker:With over 20 years of experience in the credit repair business, Sam has been a key player in bringing quality and integrity to such a fragmented industry. After working for other companies and recognizing where they were falling short, Sam set-out and started his own business, My Credit Guy. Sam’s vision for how to treat people right, do what yo...2023-12-0750 min
Get Real 41113. Connecting Real Estate Agents With Loan Originators | Brock CassidyIn this episode of Get Real 411, hosts Brad Rice and Jamie Cavanaugh sit down with Brock Cassidy, the Chief Revenue Officer at Newzip. They delve into Brock's professional journey before joining Newzip and discuss how his innovative approaches are now influencing the real estate and mortgage sectors. Through a thoughtful conversation, they also touch on the ways Newzip is fostering a more creative and innovative space within the industry. Tune in for a blend of personal insights and forward-thinking industry discussions.About Brock Cassidy:Brock Cassidy is the Chief Revenue Officer at Newzip, a brokerage-as-a-service platform...2023-10-0528 min
Get Real 411AIME Fuse Tickets Still Available!AIME Fuse Tickets still available! Use code JAMIE50 for $50 off your tickets.Limited time only flash sale! Use code FLASHFUSE to get your tickets for $425!!!https://events.aimegroup.com/fuse2023/begin--Get In Touch:Learn more about the show → info@getreal411.comInquire about being a guest on a future episode or hosting Brad or Jamie on your podcast → booking@getreal411.com--Follow The Pod:Website: www.getreal411.comFacebook: @getreal411Instagram: @getreal411LinkedIn: @getreal411Youtube: @getreal411pod2023-09-2300 min
Get Real 41112. Busting Reverse Mortgage Myths | Jeff FoodyOn this episode, Jeff Foody of Northwest Reverse Mortgage joins Brad and Jamie to discuss reverse mortgages. With over two decades in the industry, Jeff helps separate Reverse Mortgage fact from fiction. About Jeff Foody:Jeff's journey in the reverse mortgage industry began in 2002, at a time when this financial concept was still relatively obscure. Over the years, he has played a pivotal role in the industry's transformation, witnessing the evolution from obscurity to widespread recognition and adoption. Today, thousands of homeowners aged 62 and older are benefiting from the financial opportunities offered by reverse mortgages, and J...2023-09-1459 min
Get Real 41111. Cutting Edge Marketing Using AI | Chris JohnstoneOn this episode, Chris Johnstone, President and Owner of Connection Inc. joins Brad and Jamie to share some of his best advice for marketing in the digital age. Chris explains how he got involved in digital marketing, how the advertising landscape has changed since he started, and gives tips that you can put into practice today!About Chris Johnstone:Meet Chris Johnstone, the President and Owner of Connection Incorporated, a highly successful seven-figure digital marketing agency with over 15 years of experience. They specialize in helping clients fill their calendars with highly-qualified appointments and deals through databases...2023-08-101h 01
Get Real 41110. Leading With Purpose | Eddy G Perez JrOn this episode, Eddy G Perez Jr, President and CEO of EPM joins the pod to discuss his upbringing as a first generation Cuban American, how he got into the mortgage industry, his journey to founding EPM, and more. About Eddy G Perez Jr:Eddy Perez Jr. is a first-generation Cuban American who's worked hard to create opportunity and empower others in everything he does. Eddy believes home buying is the great American gift because with a home, we can create freedom and empowerment for every single person.Eddy’s father was on the Cub...2023-07-0655 min
Get Real 4119. The Benefits of Reverse Mortgage | Christina Harmes HikaOn this episode, Christina Harmes Hika joins Brad to discuss the benefits of reverse mortgages. Christina also explains why reverse mortgages have a bad reputation and what has changed to make them a better and safer loan option for seniors.About Christina Harmes Hika:As a dedicated Certified Reverse Mortgage Professional Christina Harmes does reverse mortgages all day, every day. Christina has been a top producer of reverse mortgages for many years. She has over 15 years of experience in Real Estate, Mortgage Lending, and for the last 10 years, has been dedicated to Reverse Mortgages. As one...2023-06-0151 minGet Real 4118. How Kindness Leads To Success | Brian ShieldsIn this episode, Brian Shields joins the pod to talk about his journey in the mortgage industry, creating a culture of excellence, and making a positive impact both in his community and beyond.About Brian Shields: In his current role as National Sales Director at Amerifund, Brian is committed to creating a culture of excellence and fostering a team of professionals who share his values of honesty, integrity, and exceptional customer service. He focuses on developing personalized strategies for each team member to help them achieve their goals and advance their careers. Beyond his 18+ yrs in t...2023-05-0442 min
Get Real 4117. Real Estate Notes: The Business You Don't See | Scott CarsonScott Carson joins the pod this week to tell us how he got into the business of buying distressed real estate notes.About Scott Carson:Scott Carson has been an active real estate investor and entrepreneur since 2002, focusing on the niche of distressed mortgage notes. Since 2008 he has purchased over $1 Billion in distressed notes on residential and commercial properties all across the country. He has helped thousands of real estate investors and entrepreneurs create wealth through his debt buying tactics and classes helping his students close thousands of deals. He also hosts the podcast, the Note...2023-04-1337 min
Get Real 4116. Overcoming Adversity | Tom MancusoTom Mancuso joins the pod to discuss how a near-death experience helped him find a passion for helping others, and how that's led him to his current role, helping families achieve homeownership as the branch manager for Amerifund Home Loans' Peoria, AZ location.About Tom Mancuso:A loan officer, a husband, a father, a son, an amputee, an addict. These are all words to describe Tom. To know Tom now, is to see a man that has come so far in life, that you can’t quite believe it all.Tom’s parents really shaped who...2023-03-0252 min
Get Real 4115. Preparing for Homeownership | Brian VieauxBrian Vieaux joins the podcast to discuss his new project FinLocker. About Brian Vieaux:Brian is passionate about financial literacy and empowering lenders with digital financial tools to attract, engage and retain customers. His 28-year executive career in mortgage banking has positioned him to help lenders execute an embedded finance strategy, transitioning from a transaction focus to one of continuous engagement.--Free access to Kinlocker, FinLocker friends and family plan: https://kinlocker.finlocker.com/pfm/registration/invite?key=af19f9bd-dd0f-47dd-9203-02bffc8ea444Learn more about FinLocker...2023-02-0941 min
Get Real 4114. The Psychology of Sales | Rene RodgriguezRene Rodriguez joins the podcast to share his experience in the mortgage industry, and how it has led him to be a leader in many fields using his understanding of psychology to improve sales results.About Rene Rodriguez:Considered by many as the leading authority on leadership and influence, Rene Rodriguez is a best-selling author, keynote speaker, leadership advisor, and transformational speaker coach. For the last 27 years, René has been researching and applying behavioral neuroscience to solve some of the toughest challenges in leadership, sales, and change.--Get In Touch:2023-01-0550 min
Get Real 4113. Lead Generation in the Mortgage Industry | Jason FrazierJason Frazier joins the pod to tell us how he became interested in the lead generation side of the mortgage business and how it led him to where he is today.About Jason Frazier:I am a 13yr veteran of the industry and have more than 22 years of expertise in strategy, marketing, and technology startups and venture capital, holding various executive-level positions. I serve as the EVP of Growth for leadpops and a coach at Next Level. On top of my duties at leadpops, I am also a Strategic Advisor to VicFin, Lender Price, and I...2022-12-0136 min
Get Real 4112. How Real Estate Has Changed Over Time | Willie NewmanWillie Newman of Homepoint joins to share his experience working in real estate and founding one of the largest wholesale lenders in the country. About Willie Newman:Willie Newman President and CEO, Homepoint Willie Newman is the Founder, President and CEO of Homepoint, the nation’s third-largest wholesale mortgage lender. An acknowledged expert and innovator in the mortgage industry with over 30 years of experience in the field, including three start-ups, Newman is widely recognized within the industry as the “Godfather of Wholesale”. In 2014, Newman joined forces with Stone Point Capital to form Home Point Capital. Under his lea...2022-11-0337 min
Get Real 4111. How Our Experiences Shape Who We Are As Leaders | Arturo ViramontesIn our first episode, Arturo Viramontes shares stories of working in a movie theater and used car dealership, and how that has led to his current role managing the Peoria, AZ branch at Amerifund Home Loans. About Arturo Viramontes:Arturo has been in the Finance Industry for 19 years. He spent the majority of his career in Auto Finance where managed and operated a local Buy Here Pay Here dealership in Arizona for 10 years. To this day it stands as the Largest Independent Auto Dealer In Arizona. His Mortgage Career started in January of 2019, and he has b...2022-10-0628 min
Get Real 411Coming Soon!Coming Soon: Get Real 411Brad Rice and Jamie Cavanaugh explore everything you can imagine about real estate, from financing and flipping to new technologies disrupting the way things have been done for decades. Learn with us as we talk to interesting people who are excited to share their knowledge.--Get In Touch:Learn more about the show → info@getreal411.comInquire about being a guest on a future episode or hosting Brad or Jamie on your podcast → booking@getreal411.com--Follow The Pod:2022-09-0900 min