Craig Skelton

Mortgage Broker Broadcast

Business EN ↓ 237 episodes

Developing your knowledge to help you build a successful Mortgage Broker business. Craig Skelton shares his thoughts and experiences on all aspects of mortgage advice covering everything from operating in the banking world, estate agency based advisers all the way up to working as a self employed broker. He will be joined by experts from within the industry and other business sectors which all play a key part in becoming a successful mortgage broker in the modern world.

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Craig Skelton

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Business

Latest episode

May 12, 2026

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Episodes

Harnessing the Power of Reflection and Self-Assessment in Mortgage Brokerage 29.11.2023

Send us Fan Mail Ready to harness the power of reflection and self-assessment? This episode dives deep into the importance of introspection to enhance your growth as both a mortgage broker and a business owner. We share strategies for effective reviewing, highlighting the need for self-perception and how to confront vulnerability that comes with year-end self-assessment. Guest Lee Rowland brings e...

Unleashing Marketing Potential: Louis Adkins on Google Ads for Mortgage Brokers 22.11.2023

Send us Fan Mail Meet our guest for today, Louis Adkins, a young dynamo who defied norms and carved his niche in the marketing world while still at university. An entrepreneur at heart, Louis combined his passion for marketing and founded Labs Media, a marketing agency with a unique focus on Google Ads for mortgage brokers. Join us as we dive into his remarkable journey from being a geography stud...

Revamping Client Interactions through Consumer Duty 15.11.2023

Send us Fan Mail What if you could transform regulatory laws into opportunities? Imagine using the principles of Consumer Duty to not only retain your existing clients but also to attract new ones. This episode guides you through this intriguing process, breaking it down in a way that helps you see the potential advantages that this legislation presents to mortgage brokers and full financial advis...

The Role of Mindset and Support in the Mortgage Industry: A Talk with Leigh Rowland 08.11.2023

Send us Fan Mail Looking to unlock the potential of Facebook groups in the mortgage broker community? Join us for an insightful chat with Leigh Rowland as we uncover the ins and outs of these platforms—revealing benefits, addressing challenges, and shedding light on the important issues of technology and personal health responsibility. We also touch on the commendable feedback Lee has been receivi...

Mastering Mortgage Brokering: A Conversation with Hayley Skinner 01.11.2023

Send us Fan Mail Picture this: You're facing the biggest financial decision of your life, and it seems like the road to securing a mortgage is an insurmountable challenge. Who do you turn to? Enter Hayley Skinner, a dynamic mortgage broker who navigated the choppy waters of the financial services industry, from banking management to self-employment, and emerged as a successful business owner....

Navigating Remote Financial Services: Insights from Stephanie Leather 25.10.2023

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how financial services can be successfully operated remotely? We caught up with Stephanie Leather, the genius mind behind Remote Financial Services Assistance. Her journey from being a broker to a pioneer in the remote financial services industry is as captivating as it is enlightening. Stephanie's insights into the world of remote financial administration will...

Discovering New Paths with Usman Khalid: From Pharmacy to Mortgages 18.10.2023

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what drives someone to completely shift their career path? In our latest episode, we sit down with Usman Khalid, a pharmacist turned business owner in the mortgage industry, to unravel the intricate details of such a radical career change. Usman opens up about the challenges he faced while embarking on this journey, the importance of maintaining a structured routine,...

BrokeriQ: A Game Changer in Mortgage and Protection Advising 11.10.2023

Send us Fan Mail Has the quest for enhancing client relationships while streamlining your daily tasks ever led you to consider technology? Enter Joanne Cole, founder of BrokeriQ, an app-based platform designed to push boundaries and transform the way mortgage and protection advisors manage their business and interact with clients. With a background in data analysis and digital transformation withi...

Kicking Off Season 4: Becoming a Successful Mortgage Broker with the Mortgage Broker Podcast 04.10.2023

Send us Fan Mail Get ready for a knowledge-packed ride as we launch into the fourth season of the Mortgage Broker podcast! We’ll be handing you the tools to become a successful self-employed mortgage broker or business owner. Brace yourselves as we discuss tech trends in the industry, share expert insights and valuable tips, and even introduce a fresh segment - the weekly Mortgage Broker Bulletin...

Strategies for Boosting Your Mortgage Brokerage Business in September 06.09.2023

Send us Fan Mail As the school and summer holidays draw to a close, it's time to take action and leverage September to your advantage. We share how reducing rates and consumer duties can benefit your practice and discuss strategies for tracking remortgages due in the coming months. The month of September brings a powerful influx of inquiries and searches. Could this be the kickstart your busi...

From Employee to Entrepreneur: Curtis Linney's Journey in the Mortgage Industry 30.08.2023

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you leave the comfort of a steady job to venture into the uncertain yet rewarding world of self-employment? Curtis Linney joins us to share his riveting journey from debt management to tackling the mortgage industry on his own terms. As Curtis unveils his story, he reveals the myriad challenges that came his way and how he overcame them to build Velox Mortgages,...

Unlocking the Potential of Equity Release: An Insightful Conversation with Specialist Mark Thompson 23.08.2023

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how to unlock the potential of equity release and use it in the best possible way for your clients? Join us for an enlightening conversation with equity release specialist, Mark Thompson. With over three decades of experience as an estate agent and a financial services professional, Mark shares invaluable insights into the rapidly evolving equity release mar...

Understanding and Tracking Key Business Numbers for Mortgage Broker Success 16.08.2023

Send us Fan Mail Wouldn't it be great if you could predict your business success? Or if you had a clear vision on how your actions and decisions are affecting your bottom line? This is exactly what you'll get a grip on in our discussion centered around understanding business numbers in mortgage brokering. We dissect the sales process, shedding light on the role of lead generation, fact-f...

Unlocking the Potential of the Financial Advice Landscape for Mortgage Brokers 09.08.2023

Send us Fan Mail Ever pondered over the merits of a Mortgage Broker versus a Financial Advisor? Join me, Craig Skelton, in an illuminating discussion with financial guru Jamie Ben to shed light on this topic and so much more. Jamie generously shares his journey, lessons, and hurdles transitioning from a Mortgage Broker to a Financial Advisor. He hammers home the necessity of maintaining a relation...

From Finance to Financial Education: Andy Lang's Journey to Revolutionize Money Literacy 02.08.2023

Send us Fan Mail Do you remember your first job? For our guest today, Andy Lang, it was a rollercoaster ride into the finance industry at the tender age of 16, which sparked a lifelong passion. Join us as we journey with Andy, now the founder and CEO of Munny, from his early involvement in the financial services industry to charting his unique path in financial services education. Andy's stor...

Navigating Post-Completion Contact for Client Retention in Mortgages 26.07.2023

Send us Fan Mail Can you believe that only half of clients return to their original mortgage broker when it's time for a remortgage? This episode is all about changing that statistic and keeping clients for good. As a mortgage broker myself, I've been through the trenches and discovered vital strategies to increase client retention. Together, we'll explore the importance of a robust...

From Employee to Entrepreneur: Melissa McKeown's Inspiring Journey into Self-Employment and Business Success 19.07.2023

Send us Fan Mail What if you could turn your employment status on its head and step into the exciting world of self-employment? This episode with the dynamic Melissa McKeown, the founder of MM Mortgage Broker UK, is your chance to explore the incredible journey of self-employment and entrepreneurship. From her humble beginnings in estate agency, advancing to a call centre, and eventually setting u...

A Deep-Dive into the World of Business Protection with Wealth Advisor Adrian Benjamin 12.07.2023

Send us Fan Mail Are business owners fully prepared to safeguard their business as 99% are missing out on crucial protection coverage? In our latest podcast episode, we go behind the scenes with wealth protection advisor, Adrian Benjamin. Providing an in-depth look into the world of business protection, Adrian highlights the importance of this often overlooked aspect and how it serves as the backb...

Staying Strong in the Chaotic Mortgage Industry 05.07.2023

Send us Fan Mail Halfway through 2023 and feeling the stress and chaos of the mortgage broker industry? You're not alone. In this solo episode, I talk about the realities of this industry - the struggles, the disappointments, and yes, the victories too. We're all navigating these tough times, battling daily challenges, and sometimes, even considering calling it quits. But I'm here t...

Empowering Women in Finance: Hayley Creed's Journey to Success and the Rise of the Tiny Mortgage Company 28.06.2023

Send us Fan Mail Imagine a world where more women are empowered to break into the financial services industry and challenge the typical "men in suits" stereotype. Our guest, Hayley Creed from The Tiny Mortgage Company, is doing just that. With a unique perspective on balancing her part-time position as a Branch Manager for a high street bank while gradually building her own brand, Hayley...

Navigating the Ad World: Digital Marketing Strategies for Mortgage Brokers and Financial Advisors with David Miles 21.06.2023

Send us Fan Mail How can mortgage brokers stay ahead in an ever-changing ad world?  My guest this week is David Miles from the PPC Machine, we delve into the importance of specificity when identifying your ideal client and why niche specialisation can help you stand out in an industry where everyone sells the same products. Discover the crucial elements of building trust and credibility as a mortg...

Unlocking the Power of Social Media and Consumer-Duty Focus in the Protection Industry with Dave Corbett 14.06.2023

Send us Fan Mail Discover the power of social media in the protection industry as I chat with Dave Corbett from Protection First. Together, we explore Dave's passion for protection and his use of platforms like TickTock to promote his business, connect with clients, and generate leads like never before. We also delve into the critical changes the upcoming consumer duty regulations will bring...

Maximizing Protection Sales Income for Mortgage Brokers: Navigating Indemnity, Non-Indemnity, and Clawbacks 07.06.2023

Send us Fan Mail Are you making the most out of your protection sales as a self-employed mortgage broker? Join me as I break down the choices of indemnity, non-indemnity, and a mixture of both, alongside the benefits and potential issues associated with each option.  👉 Don't let the fear of clawbacks hold you back 👉 It Doesn't Have To Be The Same Way Every Time 👉 What Choices Do You H...

Unlocking Success in the Mortgage Industry: Consistency, Resilience, and the Power of Social Media with Dan Knott 31.05.2023

Send us Fan Mail Is your mortgage business struggling with self-generation and building a strong online presence? My guest this week is, Dan Knott from Dan Does Mortgages and he reveals the secret to overcoming these challenges with consistency and resilience.  👉 Why It's Important To Create Evergreen Content 👉 It's All About Throwing Darts 👉 Maintaining A Consistent Presence After 18...

Find Your Audience, Put Content Out There & Keep Going 24.05.2023

Send us Fan Mail Find Your Audience, Put Content Out There & Keep Going   My guest this week is Matt McCullough, National Sales Manager at Aldermore Bank. Lots has happened since Matt was last on the podcast in Season One to talk about his pillars, so I thought it would be great to get Matt back on to talk about how he is helping and supporting mortgage brokers right now. 👉 Why You Should Foc...

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