The Loan Officer Podcast
Dustin Owen
This show makes the boring FUN! Imagine if Joe Rogan and Dave Ramsey had a baby. That’s this show! These guys teach the sh*t they don’t teach in school. Their goal is to simplify topics that range from personal finance, purchasing real estate & obtaining home loans to being a successful mortgage originator, running a business and finding success as a sales professional.
The mission is simple; to invite you into the room where it happens. They strive to teach you how to create opportunities even when it can be a struggle to get your foot in the door. While there is a lot of content geared specifically towards mortgage professionals, the majority of the episodes will resonate will all audience members. (Not just mortgage lenders!)
D.O. (Dustin Owen) is the creator & host. He is a 20+ year veteran of the mortgage industry, a real estate investor, business coach and angel investor. J.C. (John Coleman) is the co-host / producer of the show. J.C. has 15+ years’ experience as an Emmy Award-Winning Content Creator & Marketer.
The mission is simple; to invite you into the room where it happens. They strive to teach you how to create opportunities even when it can be a struggle to get your foot in the door. While there is a lot of content geared specifically towards mortgage professionals, the majority of the episodes will resonate will all audience members. (Not just mortgage lenders!)
D.O. (Dustin Owen) is the creator & host. He is a 20+ year veteran of the mortgage industry, a real estate investor, business coach and angel investor. J.C. (John Coleman) is the co-host / producer of the show. J.C. has 15+ years’ experience as an Emmy Award-Winning Content Creator & Marketer.
Episodes
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Jul 25, 2025 • 41min
Top 5 Questions from Loan Officers in 2025 | Ep. 561
D.O. tackles the top FAQs submitted by loan officers, listeners, and viewers while sharing practical advice and seasoned insight on topics like how to stand out when rates and fees aren’t the focus, creative ways lenders are making homeownership more affordable, and the impact of AI on the mortgage business.
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Jul 21, 2025 • 41min
The Secret Perks of Being a Credit Union Loan Officer | Ep. 560
Join D.O. as he sits down with Peter Benjamin, President of ACUMA and one of the top experts in credit union mortgage lending. Dive deep into what sets credit unions apart in the mortgage world, why they’re great places to work, and the challenges and opportunities they face in today's market.
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Jul 18, 2025 • 31min
The Truth About Realtor & Loan Officer Kickbacks | Ep. 559
D.O. dives into a controversial and crucial topic in the mortgage industry—how loan officers handle requests for kickbacks from real estate agents. With real world anecdotes, he breaks down the legality, ethics, and business consequences of kickbacks, and explores alternative solutions like co-marketing through Zillow, MSAs, and Joint Ventures.
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Jul 14, 2025 • 28min
2025 Mid-Year Mortgage Market Deep Dive | Ep. 558
D.O. breaks down the current state of the housing and mortgage markets, why interest rates remain stubbornly high, and the persistence of market challenges. He dives deep into the introduction of the Vantage credit scoring model 4.0, reveal how AI is reshaping the mortgage industry, and share their take on the presidential drama surrounding Chairman Powell.
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Jul 11, 2025 • 31min
The Mortgage Nerd Reveals Her Path to Success | Ep. 557
Join D.O. as he sits down with Denise Donahue, aka The Mortgage Nerd, for a candid and inspiring interview recorded at Mastermind Summit 2025 in Las Vegas. Denise shares her powerful backstory—from family struggle and foreclosure to financial empowerment—and reveals how those experiences shaped her career as one of the most respected mortgage professionals in the industry.
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Jul 7, 2025 • 27min
How Cindy Ertman Became a Mortgage Industry Legend | Ep. 556
D.O. sits down with mortgage industry legend Cindy Ertman to discuss her extraordinary journey from breaking into the mortgage world as a young mother to becoming one of the top 100 most influential mortgage executives in the country.
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Jul 4, 2025 • 28min
FHA Borrowers Can Get $13,000 | Ep. 555
Join D.O. live from the Mastermind Summit 2025 in Las Vegas as he sits down with Mike Preito, an Air Force veteran and affordable lending expert from Attainable Housing Advocates (AHA). Discover HOPER, an innovative program offering up to $13,000 to FHA borrowers for down payments, closing costs, and more—with zero income or credit restrictions.
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Jul 1, 2025 • 41min
How to Find Mortgage Leads Online | Ep. 554
D.O. welcomes powerhouse guest Michelle Berman-Mikel, founder of Berman Media PD and creator of "Beyond the Method." Broadcasting live from the Mastermind Summit 2025 in Las Vegas, D.O. and Michelle dive into effective social outbound prospecting—exploring how mortgage and real estate pros can build real influence online.
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Jun 27, 2025 • 50min
From $10/hr to $80 Million Producer | Ep. 553
D.O. interviews Ashley Bedford, a “silent assassin” in the mortgage world who’s gone from working multiple jobs as a new Florida transplant to becoming a powerhouse mortgage broker in Orlando.
Ashley details her personal story, including the choices and grit that helped her break into the business while raising a family and prioritizing mentorship. The conversation covers industry challenges, team building, maintaining boundaries, and advice for both new and seasoned loan officers. Listeners will walk away inspired by Ashley’s ethos of hard work, service, and never settling for less than excellence.
Jun 23, 2025 • 49min
The Secret to Funding $100M a Year | Ep. 552
Special guest PJ Crescenzo joins the podcast to share his journey to becoming a top producer - under the age of 30.
