Today's episode is very special becasue Tara Borle is not only the best Mortgage Broker, she's the best human being. Team Leader of the best team in Western Canada- Team Borle shares her do's and don'ts. Tara shares the story about how she gt into this business, where she started and where she is now. Hint.. she started at the bank. Let this story …

In this episode, we venture into the exciting realm of commercial brokering with a focus on the fascinating niche of 'Owner-User Financing,' featuring guest Jordan Gorgounis from Impact Commercal. Join us as we explore Jordan's journey in the commercial real estate world, delving into the challenges, triumphs, and valuable lessons he has encountere…

Should You Incorporate? Join our podcast as we explore the world of mortgage broker incorporation with special guest Ed Rempel. Discover the optimal timing for incorporating your business and the benefits of a holding company. Learn whether it's better to pay yourself a salary or dividends and avoid common mistakes made by business owners. Gain ins…

In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Cheryl Dawson, an esteemed Leadership Coach with an impressive track record. Cheryl has dedicated her career to empowering women in senior leadership roles as they navigate male-dominated industries. With her 20 years of experience, spanning from front-line positions to VP roles, Cheryl brings a weal…

In this episode, we dive deep into an innovative financial strategy, with renowned expert Ed Rempel (CPA, CMA, CFP, Wise Guy). Unlocking its potential, Ed walks us through the foundations and mechanics of The Manoeuvre, empowering mortgage brokers to guide clients in converting non-deductible mortgage debt into tax-deductible investment debt using …

Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast! In this episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with Monika Adams, a Social Media Marketing Expert who has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field. Monika shares her expertise on Instagram strategies that can help you gain clients and referral partners. As social media continues to play a ma…

In this episode, Jamie sits down with negotiation expert Fotini Iconomopoulos to discuss the art of negotiation and how it can be applied to the mortgage industry. Fotini shares tips on how to effectively negotiate with lenders, clients, and industry partners including preparing for the negotiation, understanding their perspective, and knowing your…

In today's episode, the one and only Dustan Woodhouse shares his strategies for making it in the industry, even during slow times. Dustan is the President of Mortgage Architects now, but he actually started as a broker back in 2008 during an economic recession. That didn't stop him from funding 95 files in 2009, so there's a lot we can learn from h…

Thank you to everyone who has joined us on the first-year journey of How to be a Mortgage Broker. We appreciate your support! The next Season (Starting January 2023) is going to be a little different, more on that soon!By Jamie Ushko and Jenn Marx

In this special episode, Jenn and Jamie visit the Homebuyer process from start to finish. Is now a good time to buy? Can I quit my job now that we have a firm commitment? All these questions and more are answered. This is a great one to share with first-time homebuyers who are wanting to learn more about the process. If you would like to be feature…

This episode is with the FANTASTIC Jill Moellering. Jill speaks to her experience as a mentor, so this is great for new agents and those more experienced individuals who are considering taking on a mentorship role. If you are interested in attending her highly anticipated Underwriter course, please follow the link below: https://www.jillmoelleringm…

In this episode, we have special guest Matt Imhoff on to discuss all things Pre-Payment Penalties. Matt has developed a course specifically for brokers that gives us the skills we need to expertly advise our clients on these potentially massive (and often avoidable) penalties. If you want to learn how to decipher prepayment penalty calculations and…

In today's episode, we dive deep into the ins and outs of all things credit with the undisputed Canadian Credit Guru Richard Moxley. This episode is not to be missed! If you have further questions for Richard, his email is: info@creditgame.net If you would like to be featured on the show, or if you have comments/ suggestions please email us at jami…

In today's bonus episode Jenn and Jamie discuss goal setting. Have you already set your goals for 2022? How are they going? January is almost through, so now is a great time to evaluate the plans you've already made, or set yourself up with SMART goals for the rest of the year. If you would like to be featured on the show, or if you have comments/ …

How do we market ourselves as Mortgage Agents? In today's episode, we cover all things from Social Media to bus bench ads. We discuss automating your posts, volunteering, and community outreach. If you would like to b featured on the show, or if you have comments/ suggestions please email us at jamie@mortgagesbyjamie.com…

Today's episode is all about Jamie's first 5 Million. Find out how she completed 15 files in her first 5 months. The mistakes she's learned from and how she will avoid making them again in the future. If you would like to be featured on the show, or if you have comments/ suggestions please email us at jamie@mortgagesbyjamie.com…

In today's episode, Jenn and Jamie discuss the questions you need to ask when pre-qualifying a client. We talk about how to overcome newbie jitters and why it's so important to get applicants supporting documents upfront. Links: Sanctions countries- https://www.international.gc.ca/world-monde/international_relations-relations_internationales/sancti…

In today's episode, Jenn and Jamie discuss the things you can do while you wait for your licensing and registration to be done. Right now, it can take up to 8 weeks for your license to be processed so it's important not to lose momentum at this stage. There are still several things you can be doing to prepare. Some of the CRM's mentioned in this ep…

This episode is all about Choosing or Changing Brokerages. We discuss the questions you should ask, and what you can expect throughout the process. For a list of questions to ask please send us an email: jamie@mortgagesbyjamie.comBy Jamie Ushko and Jenn Marx

In today's episode, we cover the tips and tricks you need to pass the Mortgage Broker Exam. For more information on the BC Mortgage Broker Course visit: https://www.sauder.ubc.ca/programs/real-estate/licensing-registration-courses/bc-licensing-courses/mortgage-broker-licensing For more information on the Alberta Mortgage Broker Course: https://www.…

In this episode, we'll cover the important qualities you need to be a successful Mortgage Agent. Based on a survey of successful agents, we discuss the importance of the top 6 attributes. From this, we hope that you can learn your strengths and weaknesses in order to help you decide if this is the right path for you. All of these traits can be stre…

This trailer episode is a sneak peek into the upcoming season. We share our inspiration for starting the show, what you can expect in upcoming episodes of Season 1, and a little bit about who the show is for! If you have suggestions for upcoming episodes or would like to be a featured guest please e-mail jamie@mortgagesbyjamie.com…