The final MikeDrop of the year is here, and it’s a special one! Join us for Year Rewind Part 2, where we revisit some of the most impactful moments from The MikedUp Show in 2024. This Mortgage Decrypt episode is a carefully curated collection of insights, advice, and inspiration from…
n this week’s MikeDrop, Eddy Perez, CEO of Equity Prime Mortgage, delivers a concise and compelling message for mortgage professionals as they prepare to face 2025. Using the metaphor of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Eddy challenges viewers to stop "playing reindeer games" and instead embrace their unique strengths to lead…
It’s been an unforgettable year for The MikedUp Show and our MikeDrop episodes. As we enter the home stretch of 2024, we’re bringing you a special Year Rewind: Part 1, highlighting the best moments and insights from some of this season’s top guests. In this action-packed episode, we revisit the…
In this dynamic MikeDrop recap, we distill the key highlights from our full conversation with Jim Clapp, Chief Lending Officer at Assurance Financial. With decades of experience and a deep understanding of the mortgage industry, Jim delivers actionable insights for navigating the current transformative period in lending. We spotlight Jim’s…
In this week’s MikeDrop episode, we sat down with James Dwiggins, CEO of NextHome Inc. and the co-founder of the groundbreaking app Rayse, to dive into the evolving real estate landscape and explore how agents can thrive in a competitive market. With over two decades of experience revolutionizing real estate,…
Dive into the fascinating world of residential transition loans, more commonly known as fix-and-flip mortgage loans, in this week's episode of Mortgage Decrypt. Hosted by Michael Zau, this episode unpacks everything you need to know about this niche mortgage product designed to help investors purchase, renovate, and quickly sell properties.…
In this week’s MikeDrop episode, we feature a powerful conversation with Leora Ruzin, Certified Mortgage Banker (CMB) and Accredited Mortgage Professional (AMP), who brings over 15 years of experience, knowledge, and passion to the mortgage industry. Leora is the Founder of Ruzin Creative, LLC, and is widely recognized for her…
In this week’s MikeDrop, we’re condensing an insightful conversation with John Toohig, Managing Director at Raymond James and a distinguished leader in the world of whole loan trading. John joined us after the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) National Convention in Denver, Colorado, bringing with him both an optimistic outlook and…
In this week's special MikeDrop episode, we capture key highlights from our interview with Keith Canter, CEO of First Community Mortgage. Keith, with his 25+ years in the mortgage industry, shares his journey from starting as an independent mortgage banker to leading a respected nationwide lender that values people and…
This week on The MikedUp Show, we sit down with Keith Canter, CEO of First Community Mortgage (FCM), a mortgage industry leader known for combining growth with a commitment to people. Keith shares invaluable insights into the journey of evolving from a small mortgage brokerage to one of the most…
NQM Funding LLC Website : https://www.nqmf.com/ In this MikeDrop episode, we sit down with Rudy Orman, Senior Vice President of NQM Funding, LLC, to discuss a game-changing topic in the mortgage industry: Non-QM (Non-Qualified Mortgage) loans. With over 35 years of experience at major institutions like Goldman Sachs and Marathon…
NQM Funding Website : https://www.nqmf.com/ The MikedUp Show Website : https://www.mikedupshow.com/ In this in-depth audio episode, Rudy Orman, Senior Vice President at NQM Funding, LLC, joins the show to explore one of the most crucial yet often overlooked segments of the mortgage industry: Non-QM lending. Rudy has a storied career…
In this high-energy MikeDrop episode, The MikedUp Show hosts Mike Kelleher and Michael Zau welcome Nick Pabarcus, a 25-year mortgage veteran and Director of Sales at Logan Finance. Known for his leadership roles at loanDepot, Stearns Lending, and Countrywide, Nick brings his extensive experience to the table to discuss the…
In this MikeDrop episode, we distill an incredible conversation with John Hedlund, one of the most influential leaders in the mortgage industry, whose impact has been felt across multiple sectors of the housing finance world. As a leader who helped build AmeriHome Mortgage into the second-largest correspondent lender in the…
In this week’s MikeDrop recap, we capture the most impactful moments from our discussion with mortgage industry veteran, James Hooper. From the very start, James dives into the key strategies that mortgage originators need to thrive in today’s competitive market. One of the most striking parts of the conversation is…
In this week's MikeDrop episode, we are thrilled to feature Bill Lowman, Chairman of American Pacific Mortgage, who shares valuable leadership insights in this concise yet powerful recap of his full interview on The MikedUp Show. As someone who has been at the forefront of the mortgage industry for over…
In this MikeDrop episode, we welcome David Battany, the Executive Vice President of Capital Markets at Guild Mortgage, to share his extensive expertise in the mortgage industry. David dives into the pivotal challenges the housing market will face in the coming years, particularly in 2025. He talks about how shifts…
In this MikeDrop episode, co-hosts Michael Kelleher and Michael Zau dive into the often-overlooked challenges of homeownership, painting a vivid picture of the reality that new homeowners face. While the initial excitement of owning a home is undeniable, the honeymoon phase can quickly fade when unexpected issues arise—whether it's a…
In this in-depth episode of Mortgage Decrypt, Michael Kelleher and Michael Zau unpack the key insights shared by Michael Brady from LeaderOne Financial in their latest podcast discussion. Over the course of this 5-minute episode, viewers are taken on a journey through the transformative power of mortgage technology and the…
In this week’s MikeDrop, Michael Kelleher opens with a powerful message about burning the boats, referencing the Viking strategy where retreat is not an option—only success. This sets the stage for a discussion on the importance of faith and facing realities, inspired by the Stockdale Paradox from Jim Collins' Good…
In this episode of MikeDrop, Michael Kelleher opens up about his profound experiences with failure and resilience, sharing the raw journey of his mortgage tech startup, Easy Mortgage Apps. His candid account takes us through the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, highlighting not just the struggles but the perseverance required…
In this MikeDrop episode, Michael Kelleher and Michael Zau delve into the essentials of starting a podcast, specifically tailored for lenders and loan officers. How to begin and why it matters? Kelleher kicks things off by discussing the simplicity of podcast creation and introduces a comprehensive, free deck that guides…
