D.O. and Shayla Gifford dive deep into the art of networking and personal growth within the real estate and mortgage industries. Shayla, a former bank loan officer turned successful entrepreneur, shares her inspiring journey of overcoming the stresses of individual transactions to building a thriving, value-based business.

She reveals the transformative power of hosting events, learning to delegate, and shifting the focus from self-doubt to genuine care for others.

D.O. sits down with Shant Banosian, the number one mortgage loan originator in the United States, during the Mastermind Summit in Las Vegas. Shant shares his incredible journey from a property manager to achieving over $110 million in mortgage funding, highlighting the importance of perseverance, hard work, and community involvement, especially during the challenging 2008 financial crisis.

We'll dive into Shant’s strategies for client engagement, his impressive success in both refinances and purchases, and the unique methods he uses to provide value to his clients.

Shant also sheds light on the significance of financial literacy, particularly for the younger generation, and his plans to focus on this in the next phase of his career.

The recent 7-2 Supreme Court ruling in favor of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) will change the industry forever. D.O. delves into the implications of this decision for lenders, banks, and consumers - exploring the areas the CFPB is likely to focus on, such as mortgage servicing, credit reports, and loan officer compensation. 🌊

With the decision backing the CFPB, the path is cleared for more proactive oversight of financial institutions. Stay tuned as we break down this ruling, the buzz from the industry's latest secondary conference, and what it all means for loan officers and consumers alike.