Laugh, Lend and Eat

In this episode of Laugh, Lend & Eat, host Fobby Naghmi and guest Jeff Lobb , founder, and CEO of Sparktank Media , share an inspiring conversation that will leave listeners motivated and optimistic about their goals and dreams. The episode covers various topics relevant to anyone who wants to succeed in any industry, particularly in the real estate industry. Lobb shares his insights on the im...

Fobby Naghmi and Madison Keenan celebrate the first anniversary of Madison joining the Laugh, Lend & Eat team. Madison shares some tips on how she helps her borrowers increase their credit scores, including: Keeping credit card balances low and paying them off in full each month Disputing any errors on their credit reports Keeping old credit accounts open to maintain a longer credit history Li...

Episode Summary In today’s episode, we’re joined by Clayton Collins, Founder and CEO of HW Media. We get into the state of the current housing market, the purpose of lawsuits in the industry, HW media’s digital-first newsroom, and use ChatGPT.  Our guest, Clayton Collins, is the CEO of HW Media. He leads HW Media’s corporate strategy and content roadmap while building a world-class team of bu...

In this episode, we talk with Joe Wilson, the founder of Social Coach, about developing content ideas for your business using ChatGPT. Joe emphasizes that technology is only as good as the person using it, and it is important to understand how to use tools like openai.com effectively (which he demonstrates how to access at 8:09 in the episode). He also encourages listeners not to draw boundaries b...

Welcome to an exciting episode of our podcast, where we are joined by the incredible Michael David Chapman, Co-Founder of LeadIn Social. Get ready to buckle up and join us as we dive into intriguing topics! Have you ever heard the phrase "under-promise, over-deliver"? We explore the intentions behind this strategy and whether it's considered false advertising. And let's remember the negative effec...

In today’s episode of LLE with Madness, we get into the new year’s rates, realtors competing with Zillow’s partners, offering social media courses for realtors, the importance of adding extra value to your services, and Madison goes on a rant about crazy borrowers.  Topics Discussed  • [04:11] The Federal Reserve did not raise the rate.  • [06:40] Madison’s realtor partners.  •...

Lots of us are in toxic relationships with the mortgage industry. We’re loyal beyond reason to our jobs, yet we can be laid off without notice. At the same time, they’re laying people off; companies are making 7 and 8-figure acquisitions and onboarding 100s of new people. This episode is about breaking your pact of unreciprocated loyalty with your company and finding ways to use your skills to tra...

Do we have perfect companies? Companies that people are happy to work for every day of the year. Probably, we have some. There is a common narrative where people say, “I love working with X company, but you know no company is perfect.”  The big question is, are people okay with working for companies they believe are not even working toward perfection? Is just settling there the only option th...

On this episode of Laugh, Lend & Eat, your host Fobby Naghmi has a very special guest, Dalila Ramos , the creator of the very popular "Taco Tuesday." Today we'll be discussing the importance of having a brand strategy. First, let's start by explaining what a brand strategy is. A brand strategy is a long-term plan to develop a successful brand to achieve specific goals. It includes the brand's...

Episode Summary  In today’s episode of LLE with Madness, we get into how this show all got started, calling in instead of out, our experiences with grief, Madison’s greatest year in business, and our recap of Madness 2022.  Topics Discussed  • [04:00] How this all started.  • [08:06] Madison’s biased and unbiased favorite episodes.  • [10:02] Keeping the momentum in 2022.&...

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Michael David Chapman , Co-Founder of LeadIn Social. We get into Grief and trauma, the truth about the ego, juggling business with Grief, and acknowledging the full spectrum of Grief. Topics Discussed · [03:08] Grief and trauma. · [08:30] Unbending the ego. · [12:49] Juggling business with Grief. · [21:48] The full spectrum of Grief. Key Takeaways · “Your ego is...

It’s Thanksgiving with the Laugh, Lend and Eat show. Fobby Naghmi of Family First Funding wants to show his gratitude to Madison Keenan of Annie Mac Mortgage and producer John Perry. But somehow misses that point in the beginning. The good news is that all can feel gratitude and friendship by the show’s end! Topics Discussed · [01:25] Does anyone listen to the radio? · [02:53] Madness is the oldes...

In today’s episode of LLE with Madness , we get into the Federal Reserve’s plan to combat inflation, the conspiracy around the Federal Reserve, 2-1 buydowns in today’s market, why properties should be treated as investments, and we announce Podapalooza. Topics Discussed · [01:10] The Federal Reserve is at it again. · [03:57] The Federal Reserve conspiracy. · [05:54] What to tell a loan officer. ·...

Episode Summary In today’s episode, we’re joined by Darcy Reynolds , Team Growth Manager at Streamlined Properties On-Market, Gina Scodella , Real Estate Agent at Keller Williams Shore Properties, and Kristina Hajhassan , Realtor at Remax. We get into the recent rate increases, educating buyers, guidelines and overlays, inventory, seller expectations, cash buyers, and heading into the “new normal”...

Episode Summary In today’s episode, Fobby Naghmi and Madison Keenan are joined by Johnny Di Domenic o, an American actor, comedian, and writer best known for his award-winning impersonation of Donald Trump, Austin Powers, Jay Leno, and many more! The conversation goes through Johnny’s upbringing outside of Philadelphia to his coming to NYC and tackling new challenges. Madison engages with Johnny b...

Episode Summary In today’s episode, Fobby Naghmi is joined by Clayton Jones , VP of Credit Risk-Mortgage at First Option Mortgage ,   Mark Thomas , EVP at Truly Mortgage, a division of Amerifirst Financial Inc, and Phil Brousseau , SVP of TPO Underwriting at EPM. We get into the future of the mortgage industry using social media, the human aspect of underwriting, maintaining diligence, and so...

Madison "Madness" Keenan of AnnieMac Mortgage shares her concerns about the current mortgage market with Fobby Naghmi of First Option Mortgage. While the increasing rates don't scare her, her concerns are more about the consumers and that they are not changing their spending habits.  Madison's advice to potential homebuyers is:  1) Don't buy a new  car 2) Don't open new lines of cre...

Fobby Naghmi, host of Laugh, Lend and Eat , talks with Vince Nepolitan , National Renovation Sales Manager for EPM Wholesale .  The two first met in 2018 when the same mortgage lender employed them.  Fobby made a point of saying the "other lender that shall not be named."  This was meant to tell Vince not to mention that company's name for whatever reason! Why Belief Matters The con...

How To Create A Mortgage Podcast Welcome to another edition of Laugh, Lend, and Eat the Podcast. Today we're joined by the 2020 Vision Sales Expert class. We're going to explore everything you need to know about how to create a Mortgage podcast to give you the tools you need to get off the ground. So tune in and learn! How "Laugh, Lend and Eat: Madness" Was Born We start the show with Madison (the...

Welcome to another episode of Laugh, Lend, and Eat, MADNESS, our host, Fobby Naghmi, National Sales Manager for First Option Mortgage, and co-host, Madison "Madness" Keenan , loan officer for AnnieMac Home Loans. The discussion revolves around loan officers going to borrower's closings, and Madness surprises Fobby by telling him she is not a fan of technology. Madness likes to Jaywalk We start the...

In this episode, Fobby Naghmi,  the Nat'l Sales Manager for First Option Mortgage, and Madison Keenan, loan officer for AnnieMac Mortgage, discuss how being mindful daily gives them more energy and clarity throughout the day. Mortgages and Mindfulness  KEY NUGGETS:  [01:47] Teaching mindfulness in prison at 19  [05:37] Mind Mortgage and how it was born  [08:37] Mindfulness...

www. LaughLendandEat.com In this episode of “Laugh, Lend and Eat” we’re talking about all things social media with Raquel Borras of New American Funding; Dalila Ramos , host of Taco Tuesday; and Joe Wilson founder of Social Coach . This episode lays out: - The three C's of social media; Content, Community, and Call-to-Action -  Using social media to actually create long lasting relationships,...

Each day we have our to-do list of tasks and responsibilities. And, on top of that, we've all got dreams and goals we want to achieve. But whether we do all those things largely comes down to our motivation. So, where does motivation come from? Is it the same thing as accountability? For loan officers looking to grow their careers and improve their numbers, there are some important lessons abo...

Women In the Mortgage Industry My guest today is Corrina Carter of CMS, Carolina Vergara from First Option, Branch Manager and Lead Mortgage, and Suha Zehl, Chief Innovation Officer from BlackFin Group. They are all women in the mortgage industry and 2021 Vision Award Winners. In this edition, our goal is to give women a shout-out by bringing them up to share their opinions and experiences on what...

Fobby Naghmi , National Sales Manager for First Option Mortgage is joined by his co-host Madison "Madness" Keenan of AnnieMac Home Mortgage. Madness goes to Tampa, FL to be part of the 20/20 Vision Summit.  Being at this summit for the 2nd year in a row, Madness was better prepared for the experience and was able to expand her network, like meeting Fobby for the first time in person!  Se...