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March 31, 2025

Episode 54: The Ups and Downs Top Producers Can Go Through and How to Always Get Back on Track

In this powerful episode of the Loan Officer Growth Podcast, host Richard Smith sits down with Eddie Fooshang, Branch Manager & Loan Officer at Southwest Funding. Eddie shares his personal journey through the highs and lows of being a top-producing loan officer, and what it really takes to push through…

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March 24, 2025

Episode 53: Webinar: Tools to Use When Working with a Virtual Assistant ft. Gerard Arboleda

In this exciting and insightful episode of Loan Officer Growth, host Richard Smith sits down with Gerard Arboleda, Co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout, to explore the essential tools every loan officer, real estate pro, and entrepreneur should be using when working with a virtual assistant. Gerard shares his expert knowledge…

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March 10, 2025

Episode 52: How YourAppointmentGenie.com Books Realtor Appointments FOR YOU – with Gerard Arboleda

In this special episode of Loan Officer Growth, the tables are turned! Gerard Arboleda, Co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout, takes the interviewer’s seat to ask host Richard Smith all about YourAppointmentGenie.com—the revolutionary service that books qualified Realtor® appointments for loan officers, so they can focus on closing deals instead of…

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March 3, 2025

Episode 51: Social Media Magic: How Chelsea Gardner Turns Small Businesses into Big Brands

In this exciting episode of Loan Officer Growth, host Richard Smith sits down with Chelsea Gardner, the dynamic Founder of Fully Aligned Marketing. Chelsea shares her journey from managing marketing for major healthcare corporations to launching her own agency, where she transforms small businesses into thriving brands through the power…

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Feb. 10, 2025

Episode 50: Winning at Homeownership: Brady Webb’s Guide to Smarter Mortgages

In this milestone 50th episode of the Loan Officer Growth Podcast, host Richard Smith sits down with Brady Webb, President of American Mortgage Solutions, to discuss winning strategies for homeownership and smarter mortgage decisions. With over a decade of experience in the mortgage industry, Brady shares expert insights on securing…

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Jan. 27, 2025

Episode 49: Work Less, Grow More: The Power of Virtual Assistants ft. Ginger Bell

In this exciting episode of the Loan Officer Growth Podcast, host Richard Smith sits down with the dynamic Ginger Bell, CEO of Go2Training. Ginger is a best-selling author, Emmy-winning producer, and a thought leader in leadership, educational marketing, and digital engagement. With over 25 years of experience, she has revolutionized…

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Jan. 21, 2025

Episode 48: Dave Brown: The Coach Behind $4 Billion in Success and Transformational Growth

Welcome to another episode of the Loan Officer Growth Podcast! In Episode 48, host Richard Smith sits down with Dave Brown, Owner & CEO of Impact Training. With over 20,000 hours of coaching experience and a track record of leading teams to an astonishing $4 billion in closed loan production…

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Jan. 13, 2025

Episode 47: Work Less: Grow More Webinar

In this special webinar episode of the Loan Officer Growth Podcast, host Richard Smith dives into the game-changing strategies for leveraging virtual assistants to streamline your mortgage business. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the day-to-day tasks of your loan officer career, this episode is for you! Learn how to…

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Jan. 7, 2025

Episode 46: The Value of Networking with Financial Advisors

In this exciting episode of the Loan Officer Growth podcast, host Richard Smith sits down with David E. Holland, Jr., President & Sr. Loan Officer of HMA Mortgage, to discuss the power of networking with financial advisors and its transformative impact on the mortgage business. With over 20 years of…

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Dec. 31, 2024

Episode 45: Flourish First: Thriving Through the Success of Others

Welcome to Episode 45 of the Loan Officer Growth podcast, hosted by Richard Smith! This week, we’re diving into the inspiring journey of Scottie Campbell, Founder & CEO of Waymaker Mortgage Co.. In this episode titled “Flourish First: Thriving Through the Success of Others,” Scottie shares the philosophy and mission…

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Dec. 17, 2024

Episode 44: Podcast Leadership Matters with Co-Author Richard Smith

In this exciting episode of the Loan Officer Growth podcast, the tables are turned! Your host, Richard Smith, steps into the guest seat as Irene Duford, Visionary Founder and Owner of Loan Team Training, takes the mic. Together, they dive into the inspiration, challenges, and lessons behind the newly released…

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Oct. 15, 2024

Episode 43: Interview with Mortgage VA Lucille Ann

In this exciting episode of Loan Officer Growth, host Richard Smith sits down with Lucille Ann, a seasoned Mortgage Virtual Assistant from Remote Assistant Scout. Lucille Ann shares her expertise on how virtual assistants can help loan officers streamline their processes, boost productivity, and ultimately grow their businesses. With years…

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Oct. 8, 2024

Episode 42: Mortgage Virtual Assistant Success Interview

In this episode of Loan Officer Growth, your host Richard Smith sits down with Kristina Madrigal, a seasoned Virtual Assistant at Remote Assistant Scout, along with guest co-host Gerard Arboleda, the Co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout. Together, they dive deep into how virtual assistants can play a pivotal role in…

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Aug. 13, 2024

Episode 41: Today, Gerard and Richard interview a real-life mortgage virtual assistant.

Join us for Episode 41 of the Loan Officer Growth podcast, where hosts Richard Smith and special guest host Gerard Arboleda, Co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout, sit down with Kim Carlo, a seasoned Virtual Assistant making waves in the mortgage industry. Kim shares his journey, the challenges he helps loan…

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July 9, 2024

Episode 40: How do I manage my Virtual Assistant? We answer this question and more....

In this exciting 40th episode of the Loan Officer Growth podcast, your host Richard Smith sits down with Gerard Arboleda, Co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout. Gerard shares his insights on managing virtual assistants effectively, addressing common challenges, and providing practical tips to ensure your remote team is as productive as…

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July 2, 2024

Episode 39: Adam Crosley shares how he helps coach Realtors and get leads from his heart to help!

In this exciting episode of Loan Officer Growth, your host Richard Smith sits down with Adam Crosley, a dedicated Loan Officer at Crown Home Mortgage. Adam shares his unique approach to coaching realtors and generating leads by truly connecting from the heart. Adam Crosley is known for his commitment to…

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June 4, 2024

Episode 38: What can I have my virtual assistant do for my mortgage business?

Welcome to Episode 38 of the Loan Officer Growth podcast! In this exciting episode, your host Richard Smith sits down with Gerard Arboleda, Co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout. Join us as we dive into the world of virtual assistants and explore how they can revolutionize your mortgage business. Gerard shares…

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May 15, 2024

Episode 37: Navigating Mortgage Complexity with Adriana Bates of Clear Mortgage LLC

Tune in to this episode of the "Loan Officer Growth" podcast as we dive into the daily routines and industry strategies with Adriana Bates, Broker/Owner of Clear Mortgage LLC. Adriana shares her personal insights and professional tips on navigating the complex mortgage industry, discussing how her structured daily routine contributes…

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May 7, 2024

Episode 36: Inside the Strategy Room of Crown's Mortgage Master, Adam Crosley

Episode 36: Inside the Strategy Room of Crown's Mortgage Master, Adam Crosley Welcome to another enriching episode of the Loan Officer Growth podcast! In this installment, we sit down with Adam Crosley, the insightful Regional Manager of Crown Home Mortgage. Dive deep with us into the strategies that drive success…

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April 30, 2024

Episode 35: Stability Speaks: Brian Arnold on Empowering Communities through Real Estate

Episode 35: Stability Speaks - Brian Arnold on Empowering Communities through Real Estate Welcome to a new episode of Loan Officer Growth, where we explore innovative ways to grow your business and increase your success. This episode features Brian Arnold, a seasoned Mortgage Broker from Mpire Financial, who is passionate…

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April 23, 2024

Episode 34: Texas Loan Star: Eddie Skinner's Strategies for Smarter Mortgages

Episode 34: Texas Loan Star: Eddie Skinner's Strategies for Smarter Mortgages Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Loan Officer Growth podcast! In this episode, we're joined by Eddie Skinner, the broker and owner of Storehouse Mortgage. Eddie has carved a niche in the Texas real estate market with his…

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April 16, 2024

Episode 33: Learn How to Build a Thriving Business by Focusing on Niches

Episode 33: Niche to Win It with Patrick Fitzgerald In this must-listen episode of the Loan Officer Growth podcast, join your host, Richard Smith, as we dive deep into the world of niche mortgage lending with Patrick Fitzgerald, a seasoned Senior Loan Officer at Academy Mortgage Corporation. Patrick, known as…

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April 9, 2024

Episode 32: What are Loan Officers having their VA's Do for them?

Join us on this enlightening episode of Loan Officer Growth, where we explore the dynamic role of Virtual Assistants (VAs) in revolutionizing the mortgage sector. Our special guest, Gerard Arboleda, the co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout, shares his invaluable insights on "What are Loan Officers having their VA's Do for…

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March 19, 2024

Episode 31: How to be a Mortgage Matchmaker in Today's Market

Episode 31: How to be a Mortgage Matchmaker in Today's Market with Rick Koenig In this must-listen episode of Loan Officer Growth, we're thrilled to welcome Rick Koenig, a seasoned recruiter for Premier Lending and a partner at Mpire Financial. Not only does Rick bring a wealth of knowledge from…

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