Thinking about moving from broker to banker? You don’t have to figure it all out alone. In Episode 60 of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, Rick Davis, President of Sullivan Home Loans joins host Matt Coles, National Sales Manager, FirstFunding, to discuss taking ownership of processing, navigating new responsibilities, and building…
What does it take to move from mortgage broker to lender—and how can Non-Delegated Lenders build greater control, stronger teams, and a business ready for growth? In this episode, host Matt Coles, National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, Inc., sits down with Rick Davis, President and CEO of Sullivan Home Loans,…
He wanted more control over his mortgage business. So he built it. In Episode 60 of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, Rick Davis, President and CEO of Sullivan Home Loans, joins host Matt Coles to share his journey from retail lending to broker to banker—and the lessons he’s learned along the…
👓 You know her as The Mortgage Nerd—the personality behind an incredible social media following. Now hear how Denise Donoghue brings that same energy to leading her team. In Episode 59 of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, Denise joins host Matt Coles to discuss purposeful prospecting, healthy accountability, and staying focused…
An incredible following starts with giving people a reason to follow. Denise Donoghue, The Mortgage Nerd, has built a standout social media presence by helping people understand mortgages and make smarter financial decisions. In Episode 59 of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, she joins host Matt Coles to share why she…
What does it take to turn a personal brand into a mortgage business—and how can Non-Delegated Lenders grow with greater clarity, purpose, and control over the client experience? In this episode, host Matt Coles, National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, Inc., sits down with Denise Donoghue, The Mortgage Nerd, to explore…
She’s built an incredible social media following by making mortgages approachable. Meet Denise Donoghue, The Mortgage Nerd. 👓 In Episode 59 of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, Denise joins host Matt Coles to share how she built her recognizable brand, moved into Non-Delegated Lending, and approaches growing her business with purpose.…
Going Non-Delegated doesn't mean you have to build everything in-house on day one. That's one of the important conversations in the newest episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast. Rachelle Fonseca, National Business Development at Shanks & Associates, P.C., joins Host Matt Coles, National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, to talk about…
In the newest episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, Rachelle Fonseca, National Business Development at Shanks & Associates, P.C., joins Host Matt Coles, National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, to explore how mortgage brokers can make the transition to Non-Delegated Correspondent—and how existing Non-Del Lenders can scale more strategically. In this…
What does it really take to move from broker to banker—and how can Non-Delegated Lenders scale without adding unnecessary headcount, complexity, and risk? In this episode, host Matt Coles sits down with Rachelle Fonseca, National Business Development at Shanks & Associates, P.C., to explore the broker-to-banker journey, the role of…
In the newest episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, Rachelle Fonseca, National Business Development at Shanks & Associates, P.C., joins Host Matt Coles, National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, to explore how mortgage brokers can make the transition to Non-Delegated Correspondent—and how existing Non-Del Lenders can scale more strategically. In this…
The appraisal process is changing—and preparation shouldn't wait until the last minute. In Episode 57 of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, Jordan Chapman, President of Sales at AMC Encore, joins Host Matt Coles, National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, to discuss UAD 3.6 and what the changing appraisal process means for mortgage…
In the newest episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, Jordan Chapman, President of Sales at AMC Encore, joins Host Matt Coles, National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, to explore the changing appraisal landscape, the benefits of direct AMC relationships, and what mortgage professionals need to know about UAD 3.6. In this…
What happens when one of the biggest changes to the appraisal process in more than 20 years arrives—and is your team ready for it? In this episode, host Matt Coles sits down with Jordan Chapman, President of Sales at AMC Encore, to explore the changing appraisal landscape, the advantages of…
One of the biggest changes to the appraisal process in more than 20 years is coming. Is your team ready? A new episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast premieres Wednesday, September 16, featuring Jordan Chapman, President of Sales at AMC Encore. Jordan joins Host Matt Coles, National Sales Manager at…
ICYMI: Episode 56 of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast Good data doesn't just tell you what happened—it can help you decide what to do next. In Episode 56 of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, Connor Dudas, National Account Executive at First American Solutions, joins Host Matt Coles, National Sales Manager at FirstFunding,…
In the newest episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, Connor Dudas, National Account Executive at First American Solutions, joins Host Matt Coles, National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, to explore how data, AI, and technology are transforming mortgage origination, servicing, customer engagement, and operational efficiency. In this episode, you'll learn: 🔹…
What happens when mortgage professionals stop simply collecting data and start using it to make smarter decisions? In this episode, host Matt Coles sits down with Connor Dudas, National Account Executive at First American Solutions, to explore how data, technology, and AI are changing the way mortgage companies operate, make…
New Episode Coming Wednesday! A new episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast premieres this Wednesday featuring Connor Dudas, National Account Executive at First American Solutions. Connor joins Host Matt Coles, National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, to discuss how better data, AI, and connected technology are creating new opportunities across the…
The best loan originators don't simply quote rates. They solve problems. In the latest episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, Kyle Blondin, Director of Originations at Optimal Lending, joins Matt Coles to share how exceptional customer service, deep product knowledge, and creative lending strategies help mortgage professionals stand out in…
How do top mortgage professionals win business in today's market? In the newest episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, Kyle Blondin, Director of Originations at Optimal Lending, joins Host Matt Coles to discuss why customer experience, product knowledge, and creative lending solutions are more important than ever. In this episode,…
What does it take to become a trusted solution provider in today's mortgage market? In this episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, host Matt Coles sits down with Kyle Blondin, Director of Origination at Optimal Lending, to discuss why understanding the entire lending process, knowing your products, and building strong…
A new episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast drops this Wednesday featuring Kyle Blondin, Director of Originations at Optimal Lending. Kyle joins Host Matt Coles, National Sales Manager at FirstFunding, to discuss his journey from luxury automotive sales to mortgage lending, why white-glove customer service creates lasting relationships, and how…
The best mortgage professionals don't just sell loans. They build relationships that last. In the latest episode of the Non-Del Influencers Podcast, Brenda DiScala, Senior Account Executive at Freedom Mortgage, joins Matt Coles to share how active listening, networking, and consistently delivering value have helped build a successful career in…