Closing Market Weekly

In this episode of Closing Market Weekly, Phillip Hogan sits down with Jamar Bates—Marine Corps veteran, broker-owner, and mortgage founder—to unpack how vertical integration, technology, and disciplined follow-up drive closing success. From launching Bates Realty Group to expanding into Bates Mortgage Group, Jamar shares why he built a one-stop shop and how that decision improved client experienc...

In this episode of Closing Market Weekly, Phillip Hogan welcomes Tisha Mitchell, a highly respected real estate strategist, trainer, and speaker with over two decades of experience in sales, new construction, and wealth preservation. From her beginnings in new home sales to becoming a trusted advisor for high-stakes transactions, distressed properties, and clients navigating major life transitions...

In this episode of Closing Market Weekly, Phillip Hogan welcomes Jacquin Gilchrist, President of Gilchrist Law Firm, to share his journey from military JAG attorney to federal real estate contractor and industry leader. With experience spanning private practice, title insurance, and government contracting across nine federal departments, Quin offers a behind-the-scenes look at how the government b...

In this episode of Closing Market Weekly, Phillip Hogan sits down with Carmalon Batiste, Vice President of Operations at Traditional Mortgage Acceptance Corp (TMAC), to unpack over two decades of expertise in both forward and reverse mortgage lending. From optimizing underwriting workflows to navigating compliance requirements, Carmalon brings deep industry insight shaped by years of leadership ro...

In this episode of Closing Market Weekly, Phillip Hogan welcomes Joleana Singleton, Signing Services of America’s Notary of the Month and a seasoned notary signing agent with over a decade of experience. Joleana shares her journey from working at a national bank to becoming a trusted mobile notary commissioned in four states, closing nearly every type of loan imaginable. With a career built on pro...

Welcome to the first episode of Closing Market Weekly! Phillip Hogan kicks off the show with special guest Bernie Del Hierro, President of West Star Title, to discuss the ever-changing landscape of real estate closings. With over 26 years of experience in commercial real estate and eight years in the title industry, Bernie shares how mentorship guided his path, the challenges and opportunities fac...