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Rachael Todd, Miss United States, 2017, and leader of the Bombshell Movement joins us on today’s episode to discuss her experiences as a victim of bullying in middle and high school and how she turned it around with pageantry and charity work. Utilizing her unique life experiences, education, and story, she advises women to discover where their passions, strengths, and desires intersect. By utiliz...

Ever wonder what people, events, or policies move the market? Today, we're talking about market movement and what factors determine whether or not the market is going up or down. For example, what happened when the Fed decided to raise interest rates, and why? We discuss inflation, interest rates, and the current state of the stock market. If you’re uncertain and looking for advice on preparing fo...

Not to say we told you so, but inflation readings are doing precisely what we said they would. Today, Daniel Halverson and I are discussing the lending update for December (2022) and the final for the year! We've talked about rates going down, why now is still a good time to buy, and other options available for borrowers. In this episode, we discuss more buy-down options and updates to conforming...

Cracks are showing in the crypto market, making ripples throughout the whole industry. FTX, the formally third largest crypto exchange, went bankrupt overnight, sending shockwaves across the crypto space. In this episode, Alex and I unpack what happened, the lessons we can take away, and what consequences this will cause in the financial world. We also reassess why hard assets like real estate are...

Starting a podcast can feel like one of the most daunting tasks you can do. Did you know that over 90% quit after just 7 episodes? It’s no wonder. Podcasting can sometimes feel like a shout-in-the-dark. That’s why people like Karl Sona rise to the occasion to get people discovered. In this episode, Karl, CRO, and Co-Founder of Streamlined Media, gives the best advice on starting and running a succ...

Now that we’re experiencing an inflationary market, there are some ways you can use this to your advantage. In this episode, Alex Stewart and I are going to discuss bonds. A bond is a relatively risk-free investment that can provide you with passive income and compound interest. We’ll break down what bonds are, how to purchase them, current rates, and what makes them a good investment in today’s m...

Despite high interest rates, we still see supply shrinkage and rising prices. What’s going on here? In this episode, I’m joined by Daniel Halverson, one of the top producers and leading experts on Northeast Florida loan origination, to dive into the current state of lending. Changes in the market have been sequential, and here you’ll find the following sequence in the evolution of our current mark...

From his point of view, Lt. Brian Murphy recounts the day of the Oak Creek Shooting at the Sikh temple in 2012. He was dispatched to investigate a possible active shooter situation. He describes arriving on the scene and encountering gunfire. You’ll hear the story played out step by step as he reflects on his experience and how he survived 15 shots meant to end his life through sheer resilience, w...

Today, we’re taking things in a bit of a different direction. In this episode, we hear from Lt. Brian Murphy of the Oak Creek Police Department. He will share the untold story of survival, bravery, and resilience behind the events of August 5th, 2012, when a gunman opened fire on a Sikh Temple, taking the lives of several attendees before being taken out by police. Lt. Brian was the first officer...

Have you ever met someone who consistently makes 7-figures on their expertise and wondered, “man, how do they do it?” Today that someone is Dan Habib. Dan has been involved in the mortgage industry for over 18 years. He was just honored by National Mortgage Professional Magazine as one of the top 40 under-40 mortgage professionals. To add, he is a ten-year veteran technical trader and a 7-figure t...

We've got two buyers right now. One says, "You know what? I'm going to back up and wait until rates get a little bit lower. We'll see what happens." And then we've got buyers that think, "Let's see what prices do. I think the prices are going to fall." If you’re one of those buyers, you need to have the right tools to make an informed decision. That’s why, in this episode, we're discussing mortgag...

Prices are rising everywhere, and Americans are feeling it. Is this all by design? Market Distillery Report's Alex Stewart joins us to discuss current employment issues and how it's impacting inflation. It might feel like the news is buzzing with all this just this year, but when you look at the numbers, we’ve been dealing with issues since late 2017! Cut through the noise as we break down this to...

It’s time for our monthly lending update brought to you by the Bank of England Mortgage! My co-host Daniel Halverson and I have some hot topics to cover: Interest rates, loan rates, sentiment in the market, and much more. Fear, doubt, and uncertainty in the market are definitely working together to put potential buyers on edge, but what’s the reality? You may be surprised to learn that things are...

What if I told you homeowners could pay lower monthly principal and interest payments for the first years of their home loan? It’s time for a new Lending Update with Daniel Halverson and me. While last month we covered seller strategies to attract the lowest rates in the market. In this month’s Lending Update, we will analyze the 2-1 buydown. This strategy is becoming more popular as a viable tool...

Let’s have some fun. Jump in and learn more about Golf’s toughest man!   To master anything, it takes immense talent, drive, and repetition. In this episode PGA Golf Pro, Tyler McCumber discusses his career as a professional golfer all the way from the collegiate level and his upcoming return after dealing with a debilitating injury. Tyler shares how golf has changed over the years and how it...

Some of us get so wrapped up in the latest news that we forget to step back and think about what is actually happening. So today's episode is all about how to drown out the noise. Me and Alex Stewart (Co-Founder – The Market Distillery and Sales Manager – Bank of England Mortgage) dive deeper into the flashy headlines surrounding the current real estate market. It’s no secret that most people go t...

Coaching takes making hard decisions, sacrifice, and world-class communication skills. Coach Matthew Driscoll is here to give us the wisdom and insight he’s gained from his 14+ years in Division I coaching. Get ready for his incredible stories and the leadership it took to build successful teams yearly. Coach Driscoll sets the scenes and masterfully brings us into every emotion behind his actions...

Host Quinton Harris and Co-Host Alex Stewart bring their regularly monthly scheduled report to you in this episode they discuss the August 2022 Real Estate Market in Northeast Florida (Jacksonville Market). They discuss the supply and demand, inventory of houses, rise in interest rate, and how that is impacting the market. They challenge the main stream narrative that the market is going to crash...