Episodes

Success as a Mortgage Originator in 2026 starts with clarity. 🎯 In this episode of Mortgage Marketing Radio, I share the two words I’ve chosen to guide my mortgage business and personal life — and how you can apply the same process to your 2026 goals. 📘 Inspired by One Word That Will Change Your Life, this episode will help you: Simplify your 2026 goals Clarify your direction in business and faith Focus your energy where it matters Create more referrals without the grind 🎁 Get the FREE One Word ...

Want to get more agent referrals without cold calling or chasing? See how Travis Newton added $40M in funded loans by hosting done-for-you workshops. Check out the myAgent Classes one-to-many system here: https://www.go.myagentclasses.com AI is already shaping who gets recommended as the best loan officer in a market. Most LOs do not realize they are invisible to it. In this episode, I sit down with Katie Shive, brand strategist and AI visibility coach, to break down how loan officers can get di...

In this powerful episode, Katie Shive reveals how mortgage pros can leverage AI to build visibility, rank in search, and attract real leads online. Katie, a brand strategist and AI marketing coach, breaks down the concept of GEO — Go Everywhere Optimization — and how it’s changing the way consumers find mortgage professionals. You’ll learn: How to create a "core entity statement" that helps AI recommend you first Why your bio consistency across platforms like LinkedIn and Google is critical ...

Are you stuck in the same production level year after year, wondering why the needle isn’t moving? It’s not because you’re not capable—it’s likely because you’ve stopped asking the right questions. Imagine if you had a framework to challenge your assumptions, elevate your standards, and scale your business with intention. Today on the show, we’re diving into a powerful self-audit: What are the 13 questions every loan originator should ask themselves to grow, scale, and lead in 2026? To help us ...

In this special crossover episode, you'll hear Geoff Zimpfer guest-host The LO Down Community Call with Connor Bartley to uncover how four top-producing LOs are generating real pipeline through strategic agent events. Forget the stale Lunch & Learns—this panel breaks down what’s actually working to get butts in seats and referrals on the books. You’ll learn: Why classes are the most leveraged way to connect with agents at scale How to pick topics agents care about (hint: it’s not mortgage gui...

In this episode, we welcome James Duncan, a recognized leader in mortgage marketing who was honored as a “Marketing Leader” by HousingWire in 2022. James Duncan is the Founder and Chief Marketing Strategist at Caelum Advisers—an agency specializing in helping mortgage executives build resilient, growth‑focused marketing systems. James shares how to modernize your marketing strategy, avoid common tech traps, and align your brand to drive real ROI—without losing the personal touch your clients ex...

In today’s episode of Mortgage Marketing Radio, we’re tossing out the old networking playbook and redefining what real connection looks like in today’s noisy, tech-heavy world. I'm joined by Lindsey Meyer, Jen Peachman, and Philip Mancuso, three of the 25 authors behind the new book Rethink Everything You Know About Networking. This isn’t about business cards, small talk, or shallow connections. It’s about authenticity, intentionality, and using education and human value as your lead strategy. ...

In this episode, we dive deep into how to build, hire, and grow an effective mortgage team with guest expert Irene Duford, a veteran in the mortgage industry who has coached over 1,000 loan officers, team leads, and branch managers. You’ll learn when to start hiring, what your first role should be, how to define the job before you put up the ad, and exactly how to leverage personality profiling tools like the DISC assessment to avoid the costliest hiring mistakes. The conversation starts with ...

Stuck at 3–4 loans a month? You’re not alone—and it’s not your fault. In this episode, Geoff sits down with Todd Scrima, founder of Summit Funding and coach to over 5,000 LOs, to break down why most loan officers never scale, and exactly what to do about it. You’ll learn: Why 96% of LOs are stuck below $20M/year The script Todd gives to top producers to re-engage past clients How to delegate outbound calls and book more high-quality appointments The mindset shift that moves you from surviva...

Want to double your Realtor referrals without chasing, cold-calling, or paying for leads? See how Travis Newton grew his production by $40 million! Check Out myAgent Classes Here Episode Summary: Most mortgage professionals think their biggest challenge is inventory or affordability, but the real problem might be hiding in plain sight: your sales process. In this episode, I sit down with Jake Vermillion, CMO of Mortgage Champions, to unpack why most loan officers are still selling like it’s 20...

Want more Realtor referrals as a Loan Officer without chasing, cold-calling, or paying for leads? Discover the proven Realtor referral system top mortgage professionals use to double Realtor partnerships and generate consistent mortgage leads: Go to: https://www.go.myagentclasses.com Episode Summary: In this episode, we talk with Andrew Penner about the often-overlooked goldmine every loan officer already has: their past clients. We explore why so many lenders lose out on repeat business bec...

Want more Realtor referrals as a Loan Officer without chasing, cold-calling, or paying for leads? Discover the proven Realtor referral system top mortgage professionals use to double Realtor partnerships and generate consistent mortgage leads: Go to: https://www.go.myagentclasses.com Episode Summary: Why are so many loan officers struggling in today’s market, while some are having their best year? In this episode of Mortgage Marketing Radio, real estate coach Tom Ferry reveals the hard truth:...

🛑 Want more Realtor referrals as a Loan Officer without chasing, cold-calling, or paying for leads? 👉 Discover the proven Realtor referral system top mortgage professionals use to double Realtor partnerships and generate consistent mortgage leads: https://www.go.myagentclasses.com In this episode of Mortgage Marketing Radio, top-producing loan officer Paul Parsons (aka the “Home Loan Superhero”) reveals how he consistently closes 30+ mortgage loans per month by focusing on Realtor relationships,...

In this special AMA edition of Mortgage Marketing Radio, we tackle a question from a 20-year industry veteran who’s struggling to turn social media activity into actual clients. Posting is easy, but how do you convert those likes and comments into leads, and then into closed loans? You’ll learn how to: Choose the right social platform to prioritize for conversions. Move beyond posting for vanity metrics and start generating real conversations. Create a simple, repeatable follow-up flow once ...

Want to Host Realtor Classes That Fill Seats & Your Pipeline, Without Doing It All Yourself? If you’re a mortgage professional looking to attract more Realtor partners, grow your pipeline, and establish yourself as a trusted expert, myAgent Classes is your shortcut to success. See if myAgent Classes is the right fit for you. Schedule a Call with Geoff Episode Summary: In today’s challenging mortgage market, many loan officers are struggling to keep business flowing. But Paul Parsons, known a...

Want to Host Realtor Classes That Fill Seats & Your Pipeline, Without Doing It All Yourself? If you’re a mortgage professional looking to attract more Realtor partners, grow your pipeline, and establish yourself as a trusted expert, myAgent Classes is your shortcut to success. See if myAgent Classes is the right fit for you. Schedule a Call with Geoff Episode Summary: Are you still trying to “grab coffee” with agents, hoping for a referral that never comes? That playbook’s expired. In this epi...

Here’s How the Top 1% Get Agent Referrals On Demand Join Geoff Zimpfer for a high-impact training where you’ll discover the exact system the top 1% are using to attract agent referrals on demand… without begging for coffee meetings or being treated like a vendor. Seats are limited. Register for the Training Here Episode Summary: In this episode, Geoff Zimpfer sits down with social media strategist Michelle Berman Mikel to reveal the simple daily action that will transform your pipeline: sendi...

Here's How the Top 1% Get Agent Referrals On Demand Join Geoff Zimpfer for a high-impact training where you’ll discover the exact system the top 1% are using to attract agent referrals on demand… without begging for coffee meetings or being treated like a vendor. Seats are limited. Register for the Training Here Episode Summary: Learn why “chasing views” is crushing your ROI and how to build a repeatable video system that fills your sales pipeline. In this episode, Mike Faraci (author of Rethi...

Here's How the Top 1% Get Agent Referrals On Demand Join Geoff Zimpfer for a high-impact training where you’ll discover the exact system the top 1% are using to attract agent referrals on demand… without begging for coffee meetings or being treated like a vendor. Here's What You'll Learn: How to get in front of the right agents (and actually get a response) What to say to position yourself as a partner, not a vendor How to turn one agent class into a steady stream of referrals—without doing ...

Double Your Realtor Referrals in 90 Days or Less. No Cold Calls, No Chasing, No Paying for Leads. See The Success Stories Here: https://goagentrx.com/ In this episode, Geoff Zimpfer sits down with mortgage influencer Theoni Rapo. She's a top-producing lender with over 238K followers and 2.8 million likes on TikTok. What's Inside: Theoni’s origin story: how she turned real estate knowledge into social media influence. Why TikTok became her #1 lead source, converting $20 million in closed loans in...

Want to Host Realtor Classes That Fill Seats & Build Your Business—Without Doing It All Yourself? If you’re a mortgage professional looking to attract more Realtor partners, grow your pipeline, and establish yourself as a trusted expert, myAgent Classes is your shortcut to success. See if myAgent Classes is the right fit for you. Schedule a Call with Geoff ASK GEOFF A QUESTION Ask Your Question Here Episode Summary: Most loan officers are chasing agents. Theoni Rapo is attracting clients—...

Want to Host Realtor Classes That Fill Seats & Build Your Business—Without Doing It All Yourself? If you’re a mortgage professional looking to attract more Realtor partners, grow your pipeline, and establish yourself as a trusted expert, myAgent Classes is your shortcut to success. See if myAgent Classes is the right fit for you. Schedule a Call with Geoff ASK GEOFF A QUESTION Ask Your Question Here Episode Summary: CEO and Founder of Total Expert, Joe Welu reflects on the evolution of cus...

Want to Host Realtor Classes That Fill Seats & Build Your Business—Without Doing It All Yourself? If you’re a mortgage professional looking to attract more Realtor partners, grow your pipeline, and establish yourself as a trusted expert, myAgent Classes is your shortcut to success. See if myAgent Classes is the right fit for you. Schedule a Call with Geoff Connect With Natalie LinkedIn Instagram Zonda (The Builder Database Software) CONNECT 📸 Connect on Instagram 💼 Connect on LinkedIn 📹 Sub...

Want to Host Realtor Classes That Fill Seats & Build Your Business—Without Doing It All Yourself? If you’re a mortgage professional looking to attract more Realtor partners, grow your pipeline, and establish yourself as a trusted expert, myAgent Classes is your shortcut to success. See if myAgent Classes is the right fit for you. Schedule a Call with Geoff ASK GEOFF A QUESTION ❓ Ask Your Question Here *** WHEN YOU'RE READY 💰 Join myAgent Classes CONNECT 📸 Connect on Instagram 💼 Connect on...