Andy Dane Carter is a real estate expert, investment strategist, author, and keynote speaker.  During episode #119 of the Million Dollar Mortgage Experience, Jon and Andy discuss Andy’s transition from a real estate investor to agent, how Andy built a real estate empire in Long Beach using social media, YouTube, and print marketing, selling luxury homes, finding high-end clients, marketing to wealthy clients, tips for brokers to become a preferred lender, a hot take on whether it’s a good time to buy or sell, the NAR settlement and how it will impact the industry, and cherishing moments w ..read more

Eric Morgenson is the Vice President of Business Development at Angel Oak. For the past 30 years he’s built a successful career in real estate, sub-prime and non-QM alternative mortgage solutions. He’s one of the top producers of non-QM loans in the country.   During episode #118 of the Million Dollar Mortgage Experience, Jon and Eric discuss:  How to close more loans with non-QM programs  Why non-QM is in demand in today’s market  Details on the different non-QM programs like bank statement 2nd and DSCR  Borrower personas for each type of non-QM program a ..read more

Paul “The Ultimate” Vaden is a former professional boxer with a record of 29 and 3 who held the IBF light middleweight title in 1995. Paul remains the only native San Diegan to grow up to be a professional boxer. Today Paul is a motivational speaker, mentor, consultant and author.  During episode #116 of the Million Dollar Mortgage Experience, Jon and Paul discuss when Paul realized he wanted to be a boxer, Paul’s boxing career, becoming a champion, the origin of his nickname, “The Ultimate,” YouTube stars in boxing (Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson), Ryan Garcia, Paul’s secret to success, Paul’s ..read more

Chris and Aleyna Groves are the CEO and COO of Groves Capital, a residential and commercial lender based in San Diego, CA. During episode #115 of the Million Dollar Mortgage Experience, Jon, Chris, and Aleyna discuss running a company together, the secrets to being a successful entrepreneur, the importance of non-QM loans, how to use social media to build your business, tips for mortgage brokers to crush it, self-improvement and healthy lifestyle (exercise, diet, mindset), and supercars. Follow Chris and Aleyna @ceogrovescapital, @aleynagroves, @grovescapitalofficial Learn about FundLoans mort ..read more

Jordan Nutter is a loan officer at NFM Lending and the co-founder of their social media influencer program, called the Creator Collective. She’s gained over 250,000 TikTok followers and she’s embarking on a nationwide RV tour to teach financial literacy to the masses. During episode #113 of the Million Dollar Mortgage Experience, Jon and Jordan discuss how Jordan went from modeling in NYC and LA to becoming a loan officer, NFM’s Creator Collective (a group of LOs using social media to reach borrowers), social media strategy and advice for platforms, how to develop ideas for content, and Jordan ..read more

Logan Mohtashami is a lead analyst for HousingWire and is a regular contributor on their podcast. Logan deciphers complex economic data and translates it into understandable, actionable insights. His passion for data and economics, coupled with his years of direct lending experience, provides industry professionals with critical insights into the ever-evolving mortgage and housing landscape. Jon and Logan discuss the health of the U.S. housing market, Logan’s story and how he landed a job with HousingWire, interest rate cut predictions, inflation and unemployment, why the Fed doesn’t talk abou ..read more

Jimmy Langley is a man of many talents. From a small town in Northern California, Jimmy dealt with lots of adversity growing up, which made him who he is today. Jimmy is the Founder and Managing Partner of LDG Commercial Real Estate, a boutique firm that focuses on the representation of office, industrial, and retail tenants in the leasing or acquisition of real estate. He also owns Empress Investments, a restaurant group responsible for the very popular Death by Tequila and has funded 18 restaurants around San Diego. He’s also involved in the SEAL Future Foundation and Big Brothers Big Sister ..read more

As President of C2 Financial, David leads a team dedicated to maximizing the value C2 Financial offers loan officers who provide their clients and borrowers superior solutions on a platform that empowers them to be a full-service real estate and financial resource. David oversees all company verticals with a vision to continue industry innovation and growth as the #1 Mortgage Broker in the nation. Prior to C2, David was a top performer in the Wells Fargo Commercial and Business Banking Group in southern California. His extensive background in all facets of commercial lending, sales, leasing an ..read more

Jimmy Langley is a man of many talents. From a small town in Northern California, Jimmy dealt with lots of adversity growing up, which made him who he is today. Jimmy is the Founder and Managing Partner of LDG Commercial Real Estate, a boutique firm that focuses on the representation of office, industrial, and retail tenants in the leasing or acquisition of real estate. He also owns Empress Investments, a restaurant group responsible for the very popular Death by Tequila and has funded 18 restaurants around San Diego. He’s also involved in the SEAL Future Foundation and Big Brothers Big Sister ..read more

Dale Vermillion is an industry-leading trainer, speaker and consultant. He started Mortgage Champions in 1995 and has trained over 1 million mortgage professionals and 600 lenders. Dale’s compiled the best practices of the nation’s top performers into a practical and proven approach, which has helped countless individuals build lasting relationships with their customers, strengthen and expand their business partnerships, and achieve greater personal and professional success than they thought possible. Dale was named an MPA Housing Industry Icon and a HousingWire Vanguard. During episode #108 o ..read more