The Voice of Chula Vista - Behind the Scenes with Mr. Chula Vista Himself 🌟

In this episode of the Friends of Mortgage Heroes Podcast, Andy sits down with one of the most recognizable faces in Chula Vista—Kurt, aka “Mr. Chula Vista.” From humble beginnings in community journalism to becoming a beacon of local pride and influence on Instagram, Kurt shares how his passion for highlighting small businesses, city developments, and everyday heroes transformed into a movement.

🚨 You’ll hear:

The real story behind his viral tortilla video 🍽️

A touching tale of how he helped a struggling burger stand thrive 🍔

Behind-the-scenes stories of creating content with purpose

What the Gaylord Pacific project means for Chula Vista’s future 🌊

His take on the "Mount Rushmore" of Chula Vista legends 🏛️

Whether you're from the South Bay or just love powerful hometown stories, this episode is packed with community, heart, and humor.

🔗 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and drop a comment below if YOU have someone who should be on Chula Vista’s Mount Rushmore!

📲 Follow Kurt on Instagram: @livingchulavista

📲 Follow Mortgage Heroes: @mortgageheroes

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In this episode, we break down the latest twists in the housing and mortgage markets — from rising home listings and soft buyer demand to the Fed’s rate freeze and fears of stagflation. With economic uncertain-ty swirling and affordability still a hurdle, should you wait or act now?

We dive into:
📉 Will mortgage rates finally drop in 2025?
📊 Why purchase applications are surging despite affordability concerns
💬 The data vs. sentiment debate: is the market actually recovering?
💡 Smart buyer strategies: fixer-uppers, buydowns, and rethinking your commute
🏘️ Inventory hits a 6-year high — what that means for buyers and sellers
⚖️ Why waiting for lower rates could cost more in the long run

Plus:
➡️ Real talk on Fed policy flip-flopping
➡️ Personal stories on sacrifice, strategy, and success in today’s housing market
➡️ Hard-hitting questions to ask yourself if you’re on the fence about buying

🔥 Whether you're a first-time buyer or seasoned homeowner, this episode is packed with real market insights and ac-tionable advice.

🎧 Listen, learn, and let us know — What’s holding you back from buying?

🔥 In this powerful episode of Friends of Mortgage Heroes, we sit down with *Anthony Castillo* — U.S. Navy veteran, industry disrupter, and founder of Eminent Energy. With over \$100M in solar sales under his belt, Anthony shares his incredible journey from humble beginnings and a tough upbringing to building a thriving solar business and empowering others to break free from limiting beliefs.

👉 Hear how Anthony:

* Transitioned from military to maximum-security prison work to door-to-door solar sales

* Overcame self-doubt as an introvert to lead massive sales teams

* Built a company based on integrity, accountability, and customer care

* Uses social media to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs

* Gives back to veterans, first responders, and his community

💥 Whether you're in sales, thinking of a career pivot, or need inspiration to overcome life's toughest obstacles — this episode is a must-watch.

📲 Connect with Anthony Castillo

🔗 eminentenergy.org anthony.castillo@eminentenergy.org