Episodes

In this episode of Miked Up , we sit down with Patty Arvielo, CEO & Co-Founder of New American Funding, to break down the mindset, systems, and leadership philosophy behind building one of the largest mortgage companies in th...

In this episode of Miked Up , we sit down with Brent Houston, Chief Operations Officer at ARDRI and a founding member of the organization, for a deep conversation about leadership, innovation, and building a mortgage platform...

Income calculation has always been one of the biggest friction points in mortgage lending. Commission income. Variable income. Self-employed borrowers. Rental income. Part-time and multi-job scenarios. One miscalculation can ...

In this episode of The Mike’d Up Show, we sit down with Joseph V. Scorese — nationwide direct private lender, senior account executive at Park Place Finance, real estate investor, educator, and host of the Creative BRRRR Stra...

In this episode of Miked Up , we sit down with Adam Mason, President of Gershman Mortgage’s Residential Division, for a powerful conversation on what it really takes to build a mortgage company that lasts. Titled “Mortgage Ac...

In this episode, Jeremy Davis, President of Mortgage at Southern Bancorp, breaks down why the future of customer acquisition in lending is built on connection first and conversion second. As the leader of the mortgage divisio...

Ed Powell, SVP & Licensed Regional Manager, Angel Oak Solutions | NMLS #407491 Customer acquisition in today’s mortgage market is no longer about volume alone—it’s about precision, trust, and meeting borrowers where they actu...

In this episode, we sit down with Eddy Perez, CMB , Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Equity Prime Mortgage (EPM) , for a direct and timely conversation about leadership, accountability, and what it will take to win in t...

In this episode, we sit down with Erin Dee , Chief Operating Officer at InterLinc Mortgage , to talk about what it really takes to scale revenue in today’s mortgage environment—and why strong teams and disciplined operations ...

In this episode, we sit down with S. John Murray , a mortgage professional whose career spans more than four decades and reflects a rare combination of longevity, discipline, and deep commitment to people over transactions. W...

In this week’s episode, we sit down with Matthew Patterson , the President of First Alliance Home Mortgage and one of the industry’s most grounded and quietly influential leaders. Matthew’s path is not the typical decades-lon...

In this episode, we sit down with one of the most respected operators in modern mortgage banking — James Hecht , the newly appointed CEO of OneTrust Home Loans . With more than 30 years of executive leadership across the larg...

In this week’s episode of MikedUp , we go inside the engine room of one of the nation’s most successful mortgage brokerages — C2 Financial — with its President, David Temko . Known for his sharp vision, leadership discipline,...

In this powerful episode of MikedUp , we sit down with Jon Prussel , the President of City First Mortgage LLC , for a candid and deeply human conversation about resilience, leadership, and second chances. Jon’s story is not j...

In this week’s episode of MikedUp , we’re getting behind the curtain of mortgage operations with Rob Jewett , the Chief Operating Officer of NewFed Mortgage Corp and one of HousingWire’s Tech Trendsetters . Known for streamli...

In this episode of MikedUp , we sit down with Gene Thompson , a mortgage leader whose story is built on loyalty, grit, and an unwavering belief in serving people— without exception . After 16 years of dedication to InterLinc ...

In this episode of MikedUp , we sit down with Paul Diamond , a leader who represents resilience, integrity, and staying power in mortgage banking. With more than three decades in the mortgage industry , Paul has built a reput...

In this episode of MikeDrop , we welcome Chris Vinson , CEO of Windsor Mortgage and head of the mortgage division at Plains Commerce Bank , for an unfiltered conversation about what it really takes to build trust in lending —...

In this episode of MikedUp , we sit down with Lisa Lang , Executive Vice President and Head of Capital Bank Home Loans , to explore how creative technology and sustainable innovation are shaping the future of the mortgage ind...

In this episode, we dive deep into how homebuying has changed — and where it’s headed — with Dan Richards , President of Flyhomes Mortgage. Dan’s story is one of bridging tech, finance, and real estate to create more accessib...

In this powerful episode of the podcast, we sit down with Mosi Gatling , Senior Vice President of Strategic Growth and Expansion at New American Funding , to explore the future of homeownership in America and how the industry...

This week’s episode takes us through a deep, eye-opening conversation with Kevin Peranio , Chief Lending Officer of Paramount Residential Mortgage Group (PRMG) . Kevin reflects on a career rooted in adapting, learning, and le...

What does it really take to make homeownership possible for millions of Americans—especially Gen Z, first-time buyers, and families often overlooked by the traditional system? This week, we’re joined by two of the industry’s ...

This episode welcomes an industry original— Khash Saghafi , founder and CEO of Liberty Home Mortgage —to unpack why, even after 25 years in lending, he still believes “It is always a great day.” Khash isn’t just known for his...