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July 22, 2026

Mortgage Brokers Can Boost Productivity with AI Prompts

How do mortgage professionals create a competitive advantage in today's market? In Episode 53 of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, Chase Duhon, National Account Executive at FirstFunding, joins Host Matt Coles to discuss the advantages of transitioning from broker to banker and how becoming a direct lender can help you compete more effectively. Chase shares practical strategies for creating pricing flexibility, strengthening your brand with referral partners, and positioning your business to co
July 21, 2026

Episode 53: Building Your Competitive Advantage by Going from Broker to Banker

What does it take to build a competitive advantage in today's mortgage market? In this episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles sits down with Chase Duhon, National Account Executive at FirstFunding, to discuss how the transition from broker to banker can help mortgage professionals strengthen their brand, gain more control over pricing, and compete more effectively. Chase explains how becoming a direct lender gives mortgage companies greater flexibility to structure competit
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July 21, 2026

Episode 53: Building Your Competitive Advantage by Going from Broker to Banker

What does it take to build a competitive advantage in today's mortgage market? In this episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles sits down with Chase Duhon, National Account Executive at FirstFunding, to discuss how the transition from broker to banker can help mortgage professionals strengthen their brand, gain more control over pricing, and compete more effectively. Chase explains how becoming a direct lender gives mortgage companies greater flexibility to structure competit
July 20, 2026

AI is a must for Mortgage Lenders Who want to thrive in this market

How can mortgage professionals build a competitive advantage in today's market? Sometimes, the answer isn't working harder—it's changing how you compete. 🎙️ Episode 53 of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast drops Wednesday, July 22nd, featuring Chase Duhon, National Account Executive at FirstFunding. Chase joins Host Matt Coles, National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, to discuss how the transition from broker to banker can help lenders gain greater pricing flexibility, strengthen their brand, and
July 7, 2026

Episode 52: The 3-Foot World Mindset with Noah Schuffman, SVP of TPO Sales at Pennymac TPO

What can mortgage professionals control when markets shift, rates fluctuate, and uncertainty dominates the headlines? In this episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles sits down with Noah Schuffman, SVP of TPO Sales at Pennymac TPO, to discuss a powerful mindset that can help sales professionals thrive in any market: focusing on your "3-Foot World." Noah shares valuable insights on why successful mortgage professionals spend less time worrying about external factors they canno
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July 7, 2026

Episode 52: The 3-Foot World Mindset with Noah Schuffman, SVP of TPO Sales at Pennymac TPO

What can mortgage professionals control when markets shift, rates fluctuate, and uncertainty dominates the headlines? In this episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles sits down with Noah Schuffman, SVP of TPO Sales at Pennymac TPO, to discuss a powerful mindset that can help sales professionals thrive in any market: focusing on your "3-Foot World." Noah shares valuable insights on why successful mortgage professionals spend less time worrying about external factors they canno

About the Host

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Matt Coles

National Sales Manager

Matt Coles is highly experienced in the mortgage lending industry, with over 15 years of dedicated service. Currently, he is the National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, Inc., leading a talented team of sales professionals. Together, they focus on creating innovative and tailored financing solutions to meet the diverse needs of their clients and partners. Beyond spearheading sales efforts, Matt is passionate about mentoring and developing his team—a commitment he cultivated in his previous role as the Regional Vice President of Sales at Plaza Home Mortgage. There, he significantly enhanced market share and revenue in two key markets across an 11-year span.

Matt is also a certified Leadership Trainer for Managers, a qualification he earned from Dale Carnegie Training. His enthusiasm for education and empowerment shines through on his online platform, #minutewithmatt, where he shares insightful content on mortgage lending and related areas. His goal is to motivate and support individuals in reaching their personal and professional goals in this dynamic industry.

In addition to his professional achievements, Matt serves as the host of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, engaging with a wide range of topics and further solidifying his position as a thought leader within the mortgage lending community. Matt's mission is clear: to inspire and facilitate success for others in the fulfilling world of mortgage lending.