Mortgage on My Mind

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins sits down with Grant Inaba , a seasoned real estate agent, team leader, and coach with over 13 years of experience in the San Francisco Bay Area. Grant breaks down the realities of revenue share brokerages, compares traditional, cloud, and hybrid models, and explains why long-term sustainability, retirement planning, and coaching are...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins sits down with top-producing real estate professional Nick Ahrens to break down one of the biggest financial decisions people face: renting versus owning. With over 12 years of experience, Nick explains why waiting to buy often costs more than people realize, how appreciation and leverage work in a buyer’s favor, and why real estate r...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins welcomes nationally recognized mortgage expert Lindsay Barron LaBonte for a timely and practical conversation about interest rates. Together, they break down one of the most misunderstood topics in real estate: the difference between Federal Reserve rate cuts and actual mortgage rates . Lindsay explains how mortgage-backed securities...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins sits down with Abdi Sabet , a Northern California realtor with The Agency and a former senior network & systems engineer. Abdi shares how he transitioned from 16 years in the tech world to becoming a successful real estate agent — and how his engineer mindset, passion for communication, and mastery of AI tools like ChatGPT give hi...

🚀 In this inspiring episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins sits down with Karla Ukman , a wealth planner and financial coach breaking barriers in the financial industry. Karla, founder of Artemis Wealth Management, shares her personal story from financial struggle to becoming an advocate for women and marginalized communities in wealth planning. She explains why not all debt is bad...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins sits down with Rachel Clark , Executive Director of the Broker Action Coalition (The BAC) . Rachel breaks down how The BAC is actively shaping mortgage legislation in Washington D.C. to protect both consumers and mortgage professionals. She reveals the inside story of how the Trigger Lead Ban was passed into law, ending the sale of co...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins sits down with Valerie Van de Zilver , a seasoned real estate professional and senior transition specialist. With over four decades in the industry, Valerie shares her journey from running a mortgage company to creating two radio shows — Always Ageless Radio and SoCal with Val . She opens up about her personal inspiration from her 106...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins sits down with Robbyn Battles , a California-based real estate expert with over 30 years of experience. From serving as a Commissioner on the LA County Tax Appeals Board to understanding generational market shifts, Robbyn shares lessons on client relationships, community service, and adapting to evolving technology in real estate. Thi...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins sits down with Adam Brawer , founder of Brawer Estates and one of Los Angeles’ most innovative luxury real estate agents. Adam shares expert insights on how buyers can successfully buy before they sell , the strategies to win bidding wars, and creative ways to structure financing in today’s market. With his background in entertainment...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins chats with Jon Swire , top-producing real estate advisor and UCLA instructor. Jon shares how he pivoted from tech startups to building a thriving real estate business with over a billion dollars in transactions. From his cold-calling grind to teaching investment real estate and writing his own book, Jon reveals the mindset, structure,...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins welcomes Matias Baker Masucci , a seasoned Beverly Hills realtor with Berkshire Hathaway . Known for his expertise in luxury, trust, and probate sales, Matias brings over two decades of experience helping clients navigate complex real estate transactions with clarity, integrity, and discretion. Matias shares insider knowledge about fr...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins sits down with Rudy Herrera , a Fresno-based realtor and real estate investor who specializes in helping veterans and first-time homebuyers achieve homeownership through VA and FHA loans. Rudy shares his inspiring journey from maintaining Navy aircraft to becoming one of the most trusted realtors on the base, along with valuable insig...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins welcomes Brittney Shull – licensed real estate advisor and founder of Your RE Bestie . Serving both Minnesota’s Twin Cities and California’s Central Valley, Brittney brings a wealth of knowledge on navigating two very different real estate landscapes. With over $64M in closed sales and 180 transactions in just five years , she’s not o...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins sits down with Sammy Lyon , a Los Angeles–based real estate broker and founder of Good Rents , to talk about socially conscious real estate, house hacking, and creating pathways to homeownership. Sammy shares their journey from educator to real estate investor, explains how Good Rents reinvests 5% of profits into social and racial jus...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins welcomes Alex Dahlstrom , a Certified Financial Planner with Northwestern Mutual and founder of the Pink Dolphin Foundation . Alex shares his journey from studying economics to helping over 300 households with comprehensive financial planning. Together, they dive into the importance of consistency in wealth-building, why real estate a...

In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins sits down with seasoned realtor and investor Mark Walker to uncover what it really takes to buy a home in Los Angeles. From pre-approval strategies to navigating contingencies, Mark shares insider tips from 20+ years in the market, helping buyers prepare, compete, and succeed in SoCal’s fast-paced real estate scene. 🎧 Hosted by: Natalie...

🚀 In this episode, Natalie Salins sits down with Alan Mack, a nationally recognized expert in luxury real estate financing. With over 30 years of experience at top banks like Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and Citibank, and now founder of Mack Financial Services, Alan shares insider strategies on navigating complex lending structures for high-net-worth clients. From jumbo and super-jumbo loans to...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins sits down with nationally recognized real estate broker Jordan Miller , founder of The Miller Team and a National Association of Realtors 30 Under 30 honoree . Jordan shares how his Harvard negotiation training shaped his approach to deals, reveals fascinating lessons from the history of real estate dating back to 400 BC, and offers p...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins sits down with real estate veteran Shahe Seuylemezian . With over 20 years in the industry, Shahe shares how he built a strong social media presence, his experience on American Dream TV, and the biggest shifts in real estate from the early 2000s to today. They dive into buyer behavior, the housing shortage, staging strategies, and tim...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins sits down with top-producing Los Angeles real estate broker Glenn Shelhamer to discuss his groundbreaking work in helping seniors transition into new living environments. From founding the Shellhamer Real Estate Group to launching Blue Jay Cares , Glenn shares how he’s transforming the senior housing and real estate experience through...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins sits down with luxury real estate expert Kathy Seuylemezian of Coldwell Banker to unpack the strategy behind pricing homes in today’s shifting market. With nearly 40 years of experience in high-end areas like La Cañada, Pasadena, and Glendale, Kathy shares her proven tactics for pricing to win, managing appraisal gaps, and standing ou...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , Natalie Salins is joined by former U.S. Air Force veteran turned top-producing real estate agent, Kyle Gordon. Kyle shares his inspiring journey from financial struggle while in the military to building a thriving real estate business in Southern California. They dive deep into the power of VA loans, bust myths, and explore strategies to maximize militar...

🚀 In this eye-opening conversation, Natalie Salins sits down with Michael Bell, the #1 ranked Sotheby’s agent in Pasadena and bestselling author of Seller Mistakes . Michael uncovers the biggest mistakes sellers make, explains the hidden risks of dual agency, and breaks down why open houses and print ads often fail. Backed by data and real-life experience, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes...

🚀 In this episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins sits down with Southern California Realtor Bailey Dixon to unpack the unique world of new construction homes. From the appeal of brand-new builds to the financing challenges and property tax surprises, Bailey shares his on-the-ground experience working with first-time homebuyers, investors, and relocation clients. They also cover the...

🚀 In this insightful episode of Mortgage On My Mind , host Natalie Salins sits down with seasoned broker associate Ken Sisson . With over 23 years in real estate and mortgage experience, Ken shares how his unique dual-industry background gives him an edge in today's complex housing market. From appraisals and market shifts to war stories from the mortgage trenches, this is a must-watch for re...