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Greg Wareham
Your Mortgage Process is the water cooler for everything in the realm of real estate & mortgage. Your host, Greg Wareham, has over 25 years in the mortgage industry & has helped educate thousands of homebuyers by facilitating the mortgage process. Tune in with guests ranging from financial market professionals, real estate professionals, current trend experts, and everything in between to help equip you with the knowledge to thrive in any real estate market.
Your Calling
It takes great self awareness to know where your passions & ambitions lie. It takes tremendous discipline to alter your path the further down the line you get. Our guest today took a hard look in the mirror and changed his entire path, all with one decision. Bobby D'Ambrosia is an excellent speaker, trainer and coach & offers unbelievable value with his vast experience & knowledge.
47:1516/11/2022
Last Week
Did you miss last week's episodes? Some important Federal Reserve recaps along with some tips on how to deal with the current market. Check out E37 for some coverage on the meeting and let me know what you think.
00:5809/11/2022
Touching Base
The Federal Reserve just met again & we wanted to give you a recap and debrief on the current market today with an upcoming bonus episode to recap the meeting. Check out these short few minutes to educate yourself on some popular techniques & products that becoming more and more common given today's market.
13:5702/11/2022
Commercial Insight
Joseph Spinella is an incredibly talented, self taught Commercial Real Estate Agent with incredible depth in his field of work. Joe has experienced first hand some of the ups and downs and road blocks that pop-up from time to time in a deal. Joe is highly motivated and passionate when it comes to teaching and deep down wants to continue to do what he does best and that's help!
56:2626/10/2022
Mortgage Title
Debra Malanga & Jaci O'brien join us for this week's episode on the pod covering a broad spread of the importance of title. There's an expansive amount of research that goes into protecting your client's investment and ensures a smooth transaction. Set you and your client up for success and be sure to be ahead of these important obstacles like title history. This episode is definitely one you don't want to miss, especially Jaci and myself getting caught up doing some shameless karaoke!
40:0219/10/2022
MAPS Coaching Pt. 3
This is it! We wanted to try and capture the final feedback from agents we've spoke to in both Pt. 1 and Pt. 2, in addition to the facilitator Vasha’ Chevalier giving us some perspective. I wanted to try to capture some snippets and this BOLD experience was awesome! This definitely helped me realize the show's versatility with being on the road and I am ecstatic about future shows on the road. With that said, check out Week 8 at BOLD right here, right now!
16:2512/10/2022
Coaching Lens
This episode is a continuation of interviews I held at Keller Williams Realty Ocean Living. Dawn Ochs has been in the real estate business for over 20 years and had answered her calling for coaching/teaching. Her talents in coaching multiple agents to help build them up from any stages of their career is simply admirable. There's a few gold nuggets dropped here that are definitely worth the listen.
24:4705/10/2022
MAPS Coaching Pt. 2
I'm back at BOLD! I was lucky enough to visit during Week 2, Week 5 & the final Week! Check out this episode of Week 5 at BOLD where we catch a few perspectives from agents ranging from just a few months of experience to multi platinum level agents, it's incredible to see agents of all experience here at BOLD!
27:0428/09/2022
Different Approaches
Today's episode was another journey out on the road, this time to Keller Williams Realty Ocean Living, where I had the pleasure to interview Rosemary Connell & Frank DiLorenzo! Although these guests offered tremendous value in their interviews I found the balance between two personal experiences as well as growth personally and professionally. Between interpersonal skillets and knowledge, there's no limit to how many facets there can be when it comes to being an excellent real estate agent.
35:2921/09/2022
MAPS Coaching
Working hand-in-hand with Keller Williams over the years I've had the honor to be a part of BOLD for over 10 years. Meeting with thousands of agents and offering education as well as support in the field for agents of all experience. I decided to hit the road and take the show mobile to capture the growth in such a short stint of time during this class duration of 7 weeks. Here's some detailed information directly from their website.OverviewAn ever-changing market requires a timely, relevant approach. BOLD was created to help you shift your mindset and adopt the tactics and talking points proven to bring success in today’s extraordinary business landscape.Key Takeaways:A reset of your mindset, ensuring you can help overcome your limiting beliefs and obtain big goalsTime-saving strategies and techniques to operate leanly and efficientlyAccess to proven, timely conversation starters and the delivery methods that naturally influence people to work with youGuidance on how to mine your database and leverage Command to run a digital-savvy businessBest practices for makings connections, setting appointments, and closing contracts RIGHT NOWStructure:BOLD now brings the option of either the Classroom or Digital experienceEach location will be assigned a BOLD Coach who will deliver BOLD either in classroom or digitallyParticipants will be broken out into teams and team captains selected to maximize the accountability and engagement in the course
43:5214/09/2022
Financial Strategies
Christopher DiGregorio masterfully discusses tactics that are used to help leverage situations you may be tackling personally or maybe just a tad bit of education that can help with financial conversations that come up with your clients. Numbers is what I do best but being able to talk about personal finance & financial freedom is something that everyone should strive for. Like most cases, with the right team great things can be achieved.
59:2307/09/2022
Credit Insight
Dan Danizik is a master of credit with tremendous experience & knowledge. This podcast provides some insight on how to help keep tight watch on your own credit but things to make sure your clients know as well. Credit plays such an impactful role and can help keep prices at a more attractive price point. This is an episode you do not want to miss!
55:4431/08/2022
The Hamptons
Today Steve Rosmarin, an extremely talented agent specializing in the Hamptons, joins us on the pod for a deep dive into the vast differences of markets. Markets can extend by blocks, avenues, towns or cities. Steve honed into a specific area & became exceptionally informed about his area. Creating a specialization in his area of the Hamptons, Steve goes into detail about some of the social constructs, city design & seasons.
01:02:4524/08/2022
3 Things
I might be away this week, but I wanted to make sure to cover this question I get far too often in the field. Although there are multiple factors to answer with a simple answer, here's 3 categories that help cover qualifications. Utilize me as a resource and reach out anytime with questions you may have [email protected]. Be sure to tune in next week for the newest episode of Your Mortgage Process.
06:4317/08/2022
The MLS
What an incredible episode with guest, Bryan Hutchinson, Chief Executive Officer at Monmouth Ocean Regional Realtors. An exhilarating conversation starting from the ground up with Bryan's early career journey as well as ultimately how he ended up where he is today. Bryan was a gracious guest and I can't wait to put in the work to help make his vision come to fruition with aiding over 75 million homeless people with places to call home.
01:06:2910/08/2022
Stay Tuned
Did you miss our last episode, "Market Update"? It's a must listen for those who are diving deep into their jobs & want a little more insight on how the Fed meetings may change or cause fluctuations in interest rates. These tips & tools will help you be an even more diverse agent or broker allowing you to offer an even better customer experience for your clients.
01:3103/08/2022
Cognition Tactics
Ron Ison, founder of The Ison Group NJ, shares, on this episode of Your Mortgage Process, in great detail how his cognition plays the largest role in each & every transaction. Ron is a talented agent and is also bi-lingual which ads an entire new dynamic to his clientele spreading his reach & ability to communicate & market dynamically.
46:4927/07/2022
Asbury Park
Andre Leonardo Distefano joins me on the podcast with a deep insight into Asbury Park & its history in addition to the LGBTQ community. Don't miss out on an expansive city filled with activities, history, great food & of course music!
49:3320/07/2022
Veteran Perspective
We all owe our way of life & liberties to those who've served in our armed forces as they've provided the very freedoms under which we all live. I am passionate in that we can never do enough as Americans to support our troops while in service as well as our veterans. From a real estate prospective, veterans have the highest percentage of homeownership in the country. Dennis Mark, a veteran & real estate agent in New Jersey, joins me today on the podcast to go over the ins & outs along with misnomers with veterans homeownership. I'm able to shed some light on some basic requirements to obtain a VA mortgage as well as why it can falsely appear as not a strong offer when in fact, it is the only mortgage backed by the federal government!
38:1813/07/2022
Market Correction
With the interest rates rising and a recession at bay, the Federal Reserve has some critical decisions to make. Property listings have risen from last year and average days on market has dropped as well. Supply has been steady in regards to inventory but is currently down year over year however the adult community market is up significantly. What makes things really interesting is noting that counties like Monmouth County and Ocean County supply is up over 27%.! For more information don't hesitate to reach out at Yourmortgageprocess.com
19:0206/07/2022
Luxury Market
D.J. Ten Hoeve has over a decade of experience in the real estate profession & has excelled in offering a high quality top tier luxury experience from beginning to end. On this episode we go over some insights on how one gets into the luxury market including how to deliver the highest quality experience for a client as well as how to handle a listing at 13 million.
56:1129/06/2022
Coaching Path
Coaching Path is our very first pod with 2 guests offering insights from a different dynamic. Darren Pecoraro is an incredibly talented real-estate agent as well as a real-estate coach. Trevor Bovington is a productive real estate agent who's worked his way through Darren's program. This talented duo has plenty in common with their mentor & apprentice relationship, but they highlight the key ingredient to being a coach, and that's following the passion and not the dollar.
56:1122/06/2022
Global Recession
Jim Lafaman has decades of experience in the market & has mastered financial discipline throughout the years. Jim & I tackle the current market woes including what to do next & how to weather the storm. Tune in to this episode for insight on where you should be watching & what not to do during a recession.
49:4815/06/2022
Analytical Tactics
Carly Ringer has an expansive background working in analytics. She takes strategic measures when it comes to communication on all levels of her business. We touch a little bit on social media but from an entirely new perspective as well as how going that extra mile brings value to your clients. Carly offers plenty of insight along with some tips & tricks to keep your clients thinking of you for years to come.
45:3308/06/2022
Big Leagues
John Natale talks a little bout his climb to the big leagues. Listen on how sometimes being the best player (sales) doesn't equate to dominating as a coach or mentor. Leadership is something practiced & simply it comes down to strategy, John knows his stuff & hasn't forgotten his humble beginnings. It's easy to see why his team advocates about his leadership skills.
56:0701/06/2022
Client Perception
Stefanos Koursaris brings real insight on what the perception of your clients are thinking, saying & doing. We go over some ambitions your potential client may be aspiring for as well as their goals. We go over briefly the time-line during the process of buying home while he navigates through this live on the pod. Digging deeper into what your clients wants & needs are essential to authentically bring value to their home buying process. Stefanos is the ideal client & may be in the housing market later this year!
50:0125/05/2022
Market Insight
I thought it was the perfect time to dive into the current market situation. Inflation prices in the US climbed at their highest rates since 1981, rising 8.5% over the year to the end of March. The current war in Ukraine has a mass effect on energy costs as well as sanctions on Russia. I'll offer a quick recap on the Federal Reserve meeting that just passed in addition to highlighting Gen Z, the upcoming home buyers.
20:3618/05/2022
Social Media
Trevor West joins us for our 10th episode on the pod. With his social media presence, it's easy to see why his clients build a great rapport with him. In this episode we talk about some techniques & strategies and when the right time to invest in professionals to help keep your digital presence in tip-top shape.
50:1611/05/2022
Jersey Shore
Robert Booth, has been in the industry for over 24 years. When it comes to the Jersey Shore, Rob is the go-to guy! With incredible knowledge, experience & history about the area, we dive into how things are, were & maybe will continue to be down the Jersey Shore.
48:4204/05/2022
The Grind
Spencer Freedman joins me to discuss his triumphs and downfalls along the way to becoming a realtor. With only a few years in the business, Spencer offers an in-depth insight from leaving his comfortable job to joining us all in the real estate business. This episode provides a few tips and tricks of the trade that worked wonders for him as well as highlighting his passion in this career path.
01:00:2127/04/2022
Appraisal Estimates
Ken Prus has over 25 years of experience in appraisals & a plethora of experience in titles & a licensed contractor in the state of New Jersey. Amongst the few approved federal contractors in the area, Ken's multi-faceted experience is unparalleled. Tune in to this podcast as we talk a little about the devastation of Hurricane Sandy, home values & renovations.
01:00:1020/04/2022
Leadership Journey
Jose Sanchez is a wonderful friend & colleague of mine & we dive right into building a team from the ground up in this week's podcast. It all starts with your sphere & how vital it is to create the culture within your business. Not all leaders are great salesman & not all salesman are great leaders. This episode provides insight on entrepreneur & how to come back from mistakes & avoid common pitfalls along the way.
46:1113/04/2022
Mortgage Disparities
What an absolute incredible episode on this week's pod with special guest Dana Cadena, a certified trainer & real estate broker with over 23 years of experience & an endless list of well deserved accolades. Dana shines light on topics like education & how the playing field is not always even. Professionals carry much more on their shoulders than just sales, we all have a responsibility to our communities & ensuring an equal opportunity across the board.
52:1906/04/2022
Closing Magic
This episode of Your Mortgage Process features the incredibly talented Michael Gutman, Esq, an experienced NJ real estate lawyer. Michael & I have worked together on helping the dream of home ownership come true for our clients while navigating through the ins & outs. Michael goes over his area of expertise & the legal matters to be conscious of. We go over some of the process on making sure the buyer * seller are on the same page & remain on the same page to ensure a speedy & effecting closing. Oh...did we mention he's also a magician?! Be sure to check out our socials for some behind the scenes magic (literally) as Michael pulls my card out of an envelope inside of an envelope inside of an envelope.
56:0930/03/2022
Lending Obstacles
Greg & special guest Stefanie Wynne dive into some of the most common obstacles a mortgage loan officer may run into. Stefanie offers an in-depth look as to what a real estate agent or loan officer might expect with these ever so often hurdles that need to be tackled. For the past 5 years, Stefanie Wynne has served as a lead mortgage processor for Greg Wareham’s personal mortgage production team.
37:1723/03/2022
Spring Market
On our first episode ever on the pod, Samantha Vallone Verwey, an extremely talented real estate agent, & I dive into the upcoming 2022 Spring Market. The market is fluctuating rapidly with our current economy in respects to current events around the globe. Education is everything and utilizing your resources to their fullest potential will help equip you for what lies ahead.
39:3417/03/2022
Things Change
Today I had the opportunity to sit with not only a personal friend of mine but an incredibly seasoned executive broker with an unparalleled track record, Dino DeMoro. With over 19 years of experience & countless awards recognizing his talent Dino brings the history from starting out answering phones to dominating the initial entry of the digital real estate dot com era. An incredible mentor in the industry, Dino shares his passion in helping not only buyers find the right home & making families happy but agents working alongside him striving to do what's best for their clients. Listen in on how Greg & Dino unravel the changes from buying and selling today vs decades ago or even a few years ago to pre-covid times & see how the entire industry has adapted & changed.
01:23:1117/03/2022