AIME Podcast Network

Julie Yarbrough and Samantha Shelton are here to kick off the Women’s Mortgage Network Podcast with a lively conversation about the relaunch of WMN—and what it means for women in the mortgage industry. They share personal stories, discuss the mission of WMN and empowering women in the mortgage industry and why creating pathways for the next wave of female leaders is so vital. Straightforward insig...

Episode 22: Sharpening Your Edge | AI, Ego, and Escrow Insights Hosted by Jonathon Haddad (AIME’s Chairman & CEO) and Tommy Golightly (AIME’s Marketing Manager) Welcome back to the Broker Power-Up Podcast, your go-to resource for real-world mortgage strategies. This episode is packed with actionable takeaways to help you stay ahead: – Broker Buzz Uncover the truth behind personal bank statemen...

Episode 223: Host: Marc Summers (AIME’s Founding President) Guest: Joe Almeida Jr. (CEO & Lead Loan Originator, Redefine Home Loans Inc.) In this powerful episode of the Broker to Broker Podcast, Joe Almeida Jr. shares his incredible journey—from arriving in the U.S. with $500 and experiencing homelessness to becoming a mortgage broker and CEO. His story is a testament to resilience, mindset,...

Episode #222: From Banker to Broker – Melissa Rifai’s Journey to Building Hyve Home Loans In this episode of the Broker to Broker podcast, host Marc Summers sits down with Melissa Rifai, Broker Owner at Hyve Home Loans, to explore her transition from the banking world to the broker channel. Melissa shares her candid insights on the challenges, surprises, and triumphs of making the switch, includin...

Broker Power-Up Podcast | Episode 20 Hosts: Tommy Golightly & Jonathon Haddad Episode Highlights: Sales Pitch Training: Master the 6-step ADVISE Method to transform from pushy salesperson to trusted advisor: Ask with Intention – Ditch surface questions for powerful discovery Dive into the Pain – Address client fears head-on (like losing that 3% rate) Validate Their Experience – "That makes sen...

In Episode 19 of Broker Power-Up, we’re giving you a full-stack power-up with tactical advice, sales training, and mindset mastery — all designed to help you close more loans and lead with confidence.

In this episode of the Broker to Broker Podcast, host Mark Summers sits down with L.C. Parker, Mortgage Broker for C2 Financial Corporation, to discuss his journey from the retail lending world to the wholesale broker channel. With over 12 years of experience in consumer finance and mortgages, L.C. shares his insights on the key differences between retail and brokerage, the misconceptions about br...

Welcome to the Broker Power-Up Podcast, Powered by AIME (The Association of Independent Mortgage Experts)! Join Chairman and CEO Jonathon Haddad and Tommy Golightly for an unfiltered, action-packed podcast designed to help mortgage brokers close more loans, grow their businesses, and stay ahead of industry trends.

In this episode of Broker to Broker, we sit down with Nathan Kunst of Honest Mortgage — a broker who’s built a thriving business on faith, authenticity, and consistency. Nathan shares his journey from working low-paying jobs to founding his own brokerage, and how his mission-driven mindset and client-first approach have created lifelong relationships and consistent referrals.

Welcome to the Broker Power-Up Podcast, Powered by AIME (The Association of Independent Mortgage Experts)! Join Chairman and CEO Jonathon Haddad and Tommy Golightly for an unfiltered, action-packed podcast designed to help mortgage brokers close more loans, grow their businesses, and stay ahead of industry trends.

In this episode, Marc sits down with seasoned broker and solo business powerhouse Tracie Mayo of Savvy Mortgage Lending. Tracie shares her journey from starting in banking in 2012 to founding her own brokerage in 2016 — and how she’s grown through every market shift since. From tackling buyer objections about high interest rates to breaking down the benefits of non-traditional loan products like b...

Welcome to the Broker Power-Up Podcast, Powered by AIME (The Association of Independent Mortgage Experts)! Join Chairman and CEO Jonathon Haddad and Tommy Golightly for an unfiltered, action-packed podcast designed to help mortgage brokers close more loans, grow their businesses, and stay ahead of industry trends.

In this powerhouse episode, Mark Summers sits down with Bryan Atwood, a sixth-generation real estate pro turned broker/owner of Atwood Mortgage, to unpack his jaw-dropping journey from zero lending experience to building a thriving brokerage in just four years.

Welcome to the Broker Power-Up Podcast, Powered by AIME (The Association of Independent Mortgage Experts)! Join Chairman and CEO Jonathon Haddad and Tommy Golightly for an unfiltered, action-packed podcast designed to help mortgage brokers close more loans, grow their businesses, and stay ahead of industry trends. Each episode features three dynamic segments. In this weeks episode we have: 1️⃣ Bro...

Broker to Broker Episode 217 – Carlos Scarpero: Mastering SEO, YouTube, and Niche Marketing for Mortgage Success In this episode of Broker to Broker, host Mark Summers sits down with Carlos Scarpero, a seasoned loan officer at Edge Home Finance, to dive into the power of digital marketing and niche specialization in the mortgage industry. Carlos shares his unique journey—from his early days in mar...

Welcome to the Broker Power-Up Podcast, Powered by AIME (The Association of Independent Mortgage Experts)! Join Chairman and CEO Jonathon Haddad and Tommy Golightly for an unfiltered, action-packed podcast designed to help mortgage brokers close more loans, grow their businesses, and stay ahead of industry trends.

Episode 216: Rising from Tragedy to Triumph – Ryan Kearns’ Blueprint for Growth & Resilience In this profoundly impactful episode of Broker to Broker, host Marc Summers sits down with Ryan Kearns, Managing Member of Kearns Mortgage Team, LLC, and recent HousingWire Rising Star, for a raw and inspiring conversation about overcoming adversity, scaling a brokerage, and building unshakable systems...

Welcome to the Broker Power-Up Podcast, Powered by AIME (The Association of Independent Mortgage Experts)! Join Chairman and CEO Jonathon Haddad and Tommy Golightly for an unfiltered, action-packed podcast designed to help mortgage brokers close more loans, grow their businesses, and stay ahead of industry trends.

Episode 215: From Retail to Wholesale – Building a Legacy in the Mortgage Industry with Mahb Rahman In this dynamic episode of Broker to Broker, host Marc Summers sits down with Mahb Rahman, Chief Growth Officer at Safetrust Mortgage, for a candid conversation about his journey from retail banking to a driving force in the wholesale channel. Mahb shares invaluable insights on: ✅ The mindset shift...

Welcome to the Broker Power-Up Podcast, Powered by AIME (The Association of Independent Mortgage Experts)! Join Chairman and CEO Jonathon Haddad and Tommy Golightly for an unfiltered, action-packed podcast designed to help mortgage brokers close more loans, grow their businesses, and stay ahead of industry trends.

Host Marc Summers sits down with Robyn Graves, Founder/CEO/Loan Originator of Success Mortgage, for a powerhouse conversation packed with three decades of industry wisdom. From surviving market crashes to navigating regulatory chaos, Robyn shares how her journey—from a $23K finance assistant to running a 22-LO multistate brokerage—proves that knowledge, relationships, and adaptability are the ulti...

Welcome to the Broker Power-Up Podcast, Powered by AIME (The Association of Independent Mortgage Experts)! Join Chairman and CEO Jonathon Haddad and Tommy Golightly for an unfiltered, action-packed podcast designed to help mortgage brokers close more loans, grow their businesses, and stay ahead of industry trends.

Episode 213: Building Community & Controlling the Controllables with Michelle Chretien In this inspiring episode of the Broker to Broker podcast, host Marc Summers sits down with Michelle Chretien, broker-owner of Empire Mortgage and a beacon of positivity in the mortgage industry. Michelle shares her incredible journey from working in a factory to becoming a force in the wholesale channel, em...

Welcome to the Broker Power-Up Podcast, Powered by AIME (The Association of Independent Mortgage Experts)! Join Chairman and CEO Jonathon Haddad and Tommy Golightly for an unfiltered, action-packed podcast designed to help mortgage brokers close more loans, grow their businesses, and stay ahead of industry trends. Each episode features three dynamic segments. In this weeks episode we have: 1️⃣ Bro...