Origination Boost

On this episode of Origination Boost , host Mandi Feely Swain sits down with fellow top producer and industry leader Jacy Pool for a real, no-fluff conversation about commitment, confidence, and what it actually takes to win in today’s mortgage market.  From their early days in administrative roles to becoming trusted partners for agents and borrowers alike, Mandi and Jacy unpack the mindset shift...

 In this episode of the Origination Boost Podcast, we sit down with Brad Turner to share a powerful story that goes far beyond the loan process. From growing up in south Georgia to building a life rooted in family, Brad opens up about adoption, legacy, and the deep meaning behind purchasing his family’s first home. 

Long journey from subprime beginnings – John Gabaldon of Waterstone Mortgage in Albuquerque started in 2004 at Wells Fargo’s sub-prime lending unit. He stumbled into the job just after college to support his young family and quickly discovered that calculating paystubs and calling borrowers felt easy compared with the manual-labor job he held at a brewery. That perspective made him fearless in the...

 In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of accountability with a loan officer who went from feeling stuck to becoming a top producer — all by leveraging the Origination Boost app. You’ll hear how consistent tracking, simple daily habits, and real-time visibility into her pipeline helped her stay focused, stay motivated, and ultimately skyrocket her production. If you’ve been search...

Honest reflection on the biggest mistakes and lessons learned early in your careers. We keep it authentic and relatable, with the intent of helping new LOs avoid common pitfalls while building credibility.