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The Loan Officer Podcast

This show makes the boring FUN! Imagine if Joe Rogan and Dave Ramsey had a baby. That’s this show! These guys teach the sh*t they don’t teach in school. Their goal is to simplify topics that range from personal finance, purchasing real estate & obtaining home loans to being a successful mortgage originator, running a business and finding success as a sales professional. The mission is simple; to invite you into the room where it happens. They strive to teach you how to create opportunities even when it can be a struggle to get your foot in the door. While there is a lot of content geared specifically towards mortgage professionals, the majority of the episodes will resonate will all audience members. (Not just mortgage lenders!) D.O. (Dustin Owen) is the creator & host. He is a 20+ year veteran of the mortgage industry, a real estate investor, business coach and angel investor. J.C. (John Coleman) is the co-host / producer of the show. J.C. has 15+ years’ experience as an Emmy Award-Winning Content Creator & Marketer.

Episodes

Episode 403: How To Win At Life and In Business

D.O. share his top five tactics and techniques to make you a more productive individual - both in your personal and professional life. Visit www.tloponline.com for MORE CONTENT!

Jan 19, 202441 minEp. 405

Episode 402: Rethink What You Think You Know About Video Marketing

D.O. welcomes special guest, Kyle Draper. Kyle is the author of, “Rethink Everything You Know About Social Media” and a self-professed “Video Marketing Therapist. Kyle shares with the audience his personal lessons learned about the power of video marketing and leveraging social media. As a highly sought after speaker and presenter to both real estate agents and mortgage loan originators, Kyle drops a couple truth bombs, and some great nuggets in this episode. By tuning in, you’ll also learn abou...

Jan 16, 202435 minEp. 404

Episode 401: 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Real Estate

This episode breaks down the common pitfalls that a lot of people make when purchasing a home. Here’s a pro-tip: YOU NEED A GOOD REALTOR AND LOAN OFFICER! Don’t buy a home and try to DIY - chances are - you will end up spending more money, time and effort in the end. www.TLOPonline.com

Jan 12, 202437 minEp. 403

Episode 399: Congratulations! You Made It to 2024

In this short, light hearted episode - D.O. and JC have a reflective conversation about the year that was - and the year to come. D.O. shares his personal goals for 2024 - and how he’s starting the new year off on the right foot. There’s no guarantee you’ll laugh, learn or feel inspired - the good news is - this episode is short. www.TLOPonline.com for MORE CONTENT!

Jan 05, 202424 minEp. 401

Episode 397: Are Lenders Blatantly Violating LO Comp Rules?

READ THE ARTICLE HERE: https://tloponline.com/currently-in-the-news/ This episode is specifically for mortgage originators and those that run mortgage companies. For the first time - D.O. reads a recently published article that is guaranteed to shake things up in the mortgage industry. It’s being claimed that MLOs and lenders are violating LO comp set forth by the CFPB - and are doing so in record numbers. Could this be the beginning for CFPB investigations? Are MLOs and their lender companies v...

Dec 29, 202347 minEp. 399

Episode 396: OpenAI 101: From Clueless To Genius

Join us as Arch MI's Michelle Mendez Tarpley shares invaluable insights on how novices can leverage OpenAI and ChatGPT in their personal and professional lives. Michelle breaks down the complexities - offering practical tips for using ChatGPT in everyday tasks both at work and at home - from drafting emails to creating marketing campaigns and SO MUCH MORE. Discover what you are missing by not embracing AI. Don't miss this guide to integrating artificial intelligence seamlessly into your life!...

Dec 26, 202341 minEp. 398

Episode 395: Learn From My Mistakes

This is a can't miss episode. JC takes control and interviews D.O. regarding the mistakes he's made in life and in business - and the lessons he has learned. Elenor Roosevelt is quoted as saying: "Learn from the mistakes of others. You can't live long enough to make them all yourself". This is how you can accelerate your learning curve by learning from D.O. mistakes. www.TLOPonline.com

Dec 22, 202347 minEp. 397

Episode 394: How To Improve Your Sales Through Storytelling

In this episode, DO is joined by best seller author, sales trainer, and all-around great human, Dr. Christie McMullen. Dr. Christie explains the importance of being a good storyteller and how following her framework will help sales professionals increase their lead conversation. She is the Queen of making learning fun. By tuning in you will be ready to take proper AIM with your business. AIM stands for: Analyze, Improve & Move. Curious yet? You should be. Tune in, have fun, learn and sell be...

Dec 19, 202339 minEp. 396

Episode 393: What’s In Store For 2024

D.O. keeps it real and keeps it light as he discusses interest rate predictions, whether there will be more or less transactions, geo political issues and the advancement of AI. www.TLOPonline.com

Dec 15, 202337 minEp. 395

Episode 392: 5 Ways to Expand Into New Markets

With less available transactions in our local communities, many mortgage loan originators are expanding into other states. Unfortunately, many don’t know what to do once they have have their license approved. Join D.O. as he gives away five of his best tactics for growing your personal brand in markets which are new. www.TLOPonline.com

Dec 12, 202328 minEp. 394

Episode 391: Unicorn in Heels: Mastering Fintech, Motherhood, and Marriage with Suneera Madhani

After quitting her corporate job at the age of 26 because her two older, male bosses ignored her business idea, our guest, Suneera Madhani, started her own company. In less than 10 years that company became the first FinTech Unicorn based in Florida. Now she is on a mission to turn her experience into the status quo for ALL female business owners and entrepreneurs through her podcast and network, The CEO School. Tune in as Suneera shares her story starting with being a child of immigrant parents...

Dec 08, 202344 minEp. 393

Episode 390: 3 Ways To Increase Your Personal Income

D.O. explains the different ways you can generate more money from your business. This works for loans officers, business professionals and anyone that has something to sell. www.TLOPonline.com

Dec 05, 202337 minEp. 392

Episode 389: Understanding Bank Statement Loans

With less buyers purchasing homes, LOs need to expand their product offering more than ever. Non-QM home loans provide more financing solutions to potential homebuyers. The most popular Non-QM financing being originated are bank statement loans. D.O. invites Non-QM expert Kris Koepke to discuss bank statement loans, as well as DSCR and Asset Depletion. This episode is great for Realtors, homebuyers, mortgage pros, as well as anyone who owns their own business and may be looking to purchase a hom...

Dec 01, 202359 minEp. 391

Episode 388: How Successful People Prepare for The New Year

It’s that time of year. Whether you’re a mortgage advisor, accountant, or professional athlete - everyone should be putting together a business plan for 2024. D.O. explains the importance of planning both in your personal and professional life - and what steps you need to take to set yourself up for success in the new year. www.TLOPonline.com

Nov 28, 202334 minEp. 390

Episode 387: Understanding The Business of Entertainment

D.O. invites Hollywood and radio personality Carlos Navarro to join him as a special guest - where they present in front of 100+ college students from the University of Central Florida. They discuss the business side of being in the entertainment industry, as well as answer incredible questions from the audience. www.TLOPonline.com

Nov 24, 202346 minEp. 389

Episode 386: How Will AI Impact the Mortgage Industry?

Our world will look vastly different in just five years according to Pavan Agarwal. Pavan is the President and CEO of Sun West Mortgage - a notional lender founded over 40 years ago. He’s also the creator of Angel Ai - a free AI resource for mortgage professionals. Tune in as D.O. peppers Pavan with questions regarding the benefits of Ai, the potential social impacts and how this tech could disrupt the world as we know it.

Nov 21, 202353 minEp. 388

Episode 385: Timeless Business and Career Advice

D.O. and JC are joined by special guest, Cameron Moore. Recorded in front of 100 College of Business undergrads at UCF, they collectively represent old school, modern and new school business professionals. They take questions from the audience regarding career advice, what it takes to be successful in business, what they would do different and lessons learned from mistakes made. www.TLOPonline.com for MORE CONTENT!

Nov 17, 20231 hr 2 minEp. 387

Episode 382: Understanding The NAR Commission Lawsuit

Could the real estate industry be turned upside-down with the recent ruling in the commission lawsuit case? Of course it could. Or, it could be a nothing burger and the industry continues to operate as it has been for the past 100 years. If you you’re a homebuyer, Realtor, LO, or have a home to sell, you should tune into this episode and follow this case. www.TLOPonline.com

Nov 07, 202329 minEp. 384

Episode 381: D.O. Answers Listener Questions

As D.O and prepare for taking TLOP to the next level - this is the first of many episodes geared towards answering listener and viewer questions. They answer the following in the this episode: Why would a seller choose to give a closing cost credit vs. drop their sales price? I working in mortgage operations, should I be worried about my job? I graduate college in the Spring, what’s the best career advice you’ve received and what’s the best advice you give today? I’m an LO, do I need business pl...

Nov 03, 202335 minEp. 383

Episode 379: 2024 Market Predictions For Mortgage and Housing

Fresh off of his trip to MBA conference inPhilly - D.O . keeps it real in this short episode. Learn what experts are saying about the future of mortgage interest rates, whether or not the industry will be able to survive the current market conditions and where you can find the silver lining. www.TLOPonline.com #TheLoanOfficerPodast #TLOP #Mortgage

Oct 27, 202323 minEp. 381

Episode 378: Business Lessons Learned From a Millennial CEO

D.O. brings on the founder and CEO of Aidium - a tech-infused CRM which offers an out-of-the-box solution to MLOs. This episode is less about marketing and CRMs and more about the business lessons learned. www.TLOPonline.com

Oct 23, 202330 minEp. 380

Episode 377: What’s The Latest In Housing?

While in Philadelphia attending the annual MBA conference, D.O. sits down with Ken Perry - founder and CEO of The Knowledge Coop. Ken shares the latest breaking news coming from the housing industry and discusses the CFPB, Fannie Mae, FHA, mortgage rates and so much more. www.TLOPonline.com

Oct 20, 202340 minEp. 379

Episode 376: How Politics Impact Housing and Home Loans

D.O. hits a home run when he gets the chance to interview the MBA’s Chief Lobbyist, Bill Killmer. Bill has spent the past 30 years advocating for home builders, the mortgage industry and housing. Tune in to hear this and much more. www.TLOPonline.com

Oct 17, 202336 minEp. 378

Episode 375: 3 Ways Your Parents Lied to You

👉 www.TLOPonline.com 👈 In this episode, D.O. explores how our parents may have mislead us when trying to project us. #TheLoanOfficerPodcast #TLOP #YourParentsLied

Oct 13, 202333 minEp. 377

Episode 374: Prepare for the Hard Landing

8% mortgage interest rates and the Fed refusing to step in to assist the mortgage market will lead to major economic blowback - that will bleed outside of the mortgage industry. China is having their own economic issues with a potential real estate crisis in their country - which will be felt throughout the developed world. The employment data we are receiving must be corrupted, as if anyone were to observe from within their own community, they can tell you no one is ‘killing it’ and good career...

Oct 10, 202333 minEp. 376
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