Episodes

Episode 234 Host: Marc Summers (AIME’s Founding President) Guest: Kenneth “KT” Travis (President & CEO at Greenlight Mortgage, Lender Relations Manager at AIME) This week’s Broker to Broker Podcast features Kenneth “KT” Travis, a Marine veteran, CEO of Greenlight Mortgage, and AIME’s Lender Partnership Director. He’s here to share his inspiring journey from serving in the Marines to helping shape the future of the broker community. The lessons learned from building and rebuilding his business...

This week’s Broker to Broker podcast features Phil Stevenson, a veteran, expert broker and industry leader with nearly two decades of experience under his belt. From his early days specializing in reverse mortgages to building a thriving all-purpose shop at PS Mortgage Lending, Phil shares how adaptability, education, and authenticity drive lasting success in any market. Key Takeaways: – Reverse mortgages demystified: why they’re a powerful tool when used correctly. – Serving veterans: how P...

Episode 232 Host: Marc Summers (AIME’s Founding President) Guest: Anthony Wheeler (Owner and CEO of AMP Mortgage) This week’s Broker to Broker podcast features Anthony Wheeler, who shares his journey from retail loan officer to the leader of AMP Mortgage. Anthony opens up about the lessons he’s learned in growth, leadership, and why over-communication is the key to closing deals and building lasting trust. Key Takeaways: – Retail vs. wholesale: how moving to the broker channel unlocked faster gr...

Episode 231 Host: Marc Summers (AIME’s Founding President) Guest: Jeff Humphries (Branch Manager at Edge Home Finance) This week’s Broker to Broker podcast features Jeff Humphries, an Air Force veteran and former officer who forged his way in the broker channel. Now leading a thriving branch at Edge Home Finance, Jeff shares how resilience, authenticity, and consistency built his success without relying on cutting-edge tech or paid leads. Key Takeaways: – Adaptability wins: lessons from mil...

Episode 230 Host: Marc Summers (AIME’s Founding President) Guest: Molly Meeker (National Sales Manager at Edge Home Finance) This week’s Broker to Broker podcast features Molly Meeker, who made the leap from retail to the broker channel and quickly found success at Edge Home Finance. Molly shares how technology, speed, and community set brokers apart, and why visibility and mindset are key to lasting growth. Key Takeaways: – AI and streamlined systems make closings faster and easier – Rela...

Episode 229 Host: Marc Summers (AIME’s Founding President) Guest: Becky Thompson (Senior Loan Originator at Empire Home Loans) This week’s Broker to Broker podcast features Becky Thompson, a veteran originator whose career journey spans subprime beginnings, years in retail, and is now thriving as a broker. She shares how personal growth, meaningful coaching and a strong sense of empathy has shaped her success. Key Takeaways: Reinvention is survival: Why brokers must adapt to every market cyc...

Episode 228 Host: Marc Summers (AIME’s Founding President) Guest: Jason Frazier (Head of Strategy at AIME) This week’s Broker to Broker podcast features Jason Frazier, AIME’s Head of Strategy, who shares how brokers can cut through the noise, connect with clients, and prepare for growth in today’s market. Key Takeaways: Be ready before the boom: Your actions today show results 90 days from now. Conversations that convert: Anchor to client goals, not just rates. Omni-channel outreach: Why phone ...

Episode 227: Host: Marc Summers (AIME’s Founding President) Guest: Kayla Jones (Mortgage Broker at Altitude Home Mortgage) This week’s Broker to Broker podcast features Kayla Jones, who shares her journey of nearly leaving the industry before finding her way back stronger than ever. Key Takeaways: – Burnout is real: How Kayla stepped away, then recommitted with stronger systems and support in place. – SOS service saves deals: A VA loan success story that shows why second opinions matter. – Commu...

Episode 226: Host: Marc Summers (AIME’s Founding President) Guest: Brian Sweeney (President / Mortgage Advisor at Scoot Mortgage) This week’s Broker to Broker podcast sees the return of Brian Sweeney, who shares how brokers can thrive in today’s market by specializing in investor loans. He breaks down why these loans create recurring revenue, how social proof attracts clients, and the power of balancing niches instead of sticking to just purchases. Key Takeaways: Investor loans = long-term ...

Episode 225: Host: Marc Summers (AIME’s Founding President) Guest: Aria James (Mortgage Advisor at Edge Home Finance) In this week’s episode, Aria James takes us through her dynamic journey in the mortgage industry—from navigating the 2008 crash to mastering the broker channel. With over a decade of experience, Aria shares how she built a thriving business by prioritizing relationships, embracing authenticity, and leveraging the power of community. Key Takeaways: From High-Rate Loans to Hig...

Episode 224: Host: Marc Summers (AIME’s Founding President) Guest: Brianna Harris (Loan Officer at Broadway Mortgage Group) In this week’s episode, Brianna shares details about her powerful journey from social media manager to launching her own brokerage, all while preparing for mom life. Her story is a shining example of hustle, creativity, and building up a system that thrives on community. Key Takeaways: From AIM to Ownership: How her roots with AIME shaped her passion for mortgages, an...

Episode 223: Host: Marc Summers (AIME’s Founding President) Guest: Joe Almeida Jr. (CEO & Lead Loan Originator, Redefine Home Loans Inc.) In this powerful episode of the Broker to Broker Podcast, Joe Almeida Jr. shares his incredible journey—from arriving in the U.S. with $500 and experiencing homelessness to becoming a mortgage broker and CEO. His story is a testament to resilience, mindset, and the transformative power of homeownership. Key Takeaways: Turning Struggle into Strength: How sl...

Episode #222: From Banker to Broker – Melissa Rifai’s Journey to Building Hyve Home Loans In this episode of the Broker to Broker podcast, host Marc Summers sits down with Melissa Rifai, Broker Owner at Hyve Home Loans, to explore her transition from the banking world to the broker channel. Melissa shares her candid insights on the challenges, surprises, and triumphs of making the switch, including a costly early mistake that taught her a critical lesson about settlement services. Key topics ...

In this episode of the Broker to Broker Podcast, host Mark Summers sits down with L.C. Parker, Mortgage Broker for C2 Financial Corporation, to discuss his journey from the retail lending world to the wholesale broker channel. With over 12 years of experience in consumer finance and mortgages, L.C. shares his insights on the key differences between retail and brokerage, the misconceptions about broker fees and rates, and how his operational leadership background has shaped his success in the bro...

Broker to Broker Podcast | Episode 220 Guest: Nathan Kunst, Broker/Owner of Honest Mortgage Host: Marc Summers, President of AIME In this episode of Broker to Broker, we sit down with Nathan Kunst of Honest Mortgage — a broker who’s built a thriving business on faith, authenticity, and consistency. Nathan shares his journey from working low-paying jobs to founding his own brokerage, and how his mission-driven mindset and client-first approach have created lifelong relationships and consistent ...

Broker to Broker Podcast | Episode 219 Guest: Tracie Mayo, Broker/Owner of Savvy Mortgage Lending Host: Marc Summers, Founding President of AIME In this episode, Marc sits down with seasoned broker and solo business powerhouse Tracie Mayo of Savvy Mortgage Lending. Tracie shares her journey from starting in banking in 2012 to founding her own brokerage in 2016 — and how she’s grown through every market shift since. From tackling buyer objections about high interest rates to breaking down the b...

Broker to Broker Podcast | Episode 218: “Challenge & Make It Make Sense” with Bryan Atwood Host: Mark Summers (Founding President, AIME) Guest: Bryan Atwood (Broker/Owner, Atwood Mortgage) Episode Description: In this powerhouse episode, Mark Summers sits down with Bryan Atwood, a sixth-generation real estate pro turned broker/owner of Atwood Mortgage, to unpack his jaw-dropping journey from zero lending experience to building a thriving brokerage in just four years. Key Takeaways: From Re...

Broker to Broker Episode 217 – Carlos Scarpero: Mastering SEO, YouTube, and Niche Marketing for Mortgage Success In this episode of Broker to Broker, host Mark Summers sits down with Carlos Scarpero, a seasoned loan officer at Edge Home Finance, to dive into the power of digital marketing and niche specialization in the mortgage industry. Carlos shares his unique journey—from his early days in marketing to becoming a YouTube and SEO expert who generates leads organically. Key takeaways from th...

Episode 216: Rising from Tragedy to Triumph – Ryan Kearns’ Blueprint for Growth & Resilience In this profoundly impactful episode of Broker to Broker, host Marc Summers sits down with Ryan Kearns, Managing Member of Kearns Mortgage Team, LLC, and recent HousingWire Rising Star, for a raw and inspiring conversation about overcoming adversity, scaling a brokerage, and building unshakable systems. Ryan shares: His unconventional start – from business loans to DSCR to becoming a top-producing broke...

Episode 215: From Retail to Wholesale – Building a Legacy in the Mortgage Industry with Mahb Rahman In this dynamic episode of Broker to Broker, host Marc Summers sits down with Mahb Rahman, Chief Growth Officer at Safetrust Mortgage, for a candid conversation about his journey from retail banking to a driving force in the wholesale channel. Mahb shares invaluable insights on: The mindset shift from retail to wholesale – why humility and problem-solving are key Lessons on relationship-buildi...

Broker to Broker Episode 214 – “30 Years of Mortgage Mastery: Robyn Graves on Educating to Dominate” Host Marc Summers sits down with Robyn Graves, Founder/CEO/Loan Originator of Success Mortgage, for a powerhouse conversation packed with three decades of industry wisdom. From surviving market crashes to navigating regulatory chaos, Robyn shares how her journey—from a $23K finance assistant to running a 22-LO multistate brokerage—proves that knowledge, relationships, and adaptability are the ul...

Episode 213: Building Community & Controlling the Controllables with Michelle Chretien In this inspiring episode of the Broker to Broker podcast, host Marc Summers sits down with Michelle Chretien, broker-owner of Empire Mortgage and a beacon of positivity in the mortgage industry. Michelle shares her incredible journey from working in a factory to becoming a force in the wholesale channel, emphasizing the power of community, attitude, and effort. Discover how Michelle transitioned from retail...

Episode 212: From Welfare to Wholesale – Ashlin Endter’s Journey to Building 4MG Mortgage Join host Mark Summers, Founding President of AIME, in this inspiring episode of Broker to Broker as he sits down with Ashlin Endter, Founder & Broker of 4MG Mortgage. Ashlin’s story is one of resilience, determination, and heart — from counting diapers on welfare to becoming a powerhouse in the wholesale mortgage channel. Key Takeaways: From Struggle to Success: How Ashlin went from “broke, busted, and d...

Season 5 Premiere: Broker to Broker – Featuring Mat Ishbia, President & CEO of United Wholesale Mortgage Host Marc Summers kicks off Season 5 of Broker to Broker with an electrifying episode featuring Mat Ishbia, President & CEO of United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM). In this episode, Mat shares his journey from starting as an entry-level employee to leading one of the most broker-friendly companies in the mortgage industry. Dive into topics like: Why the broker channel is the future – Mat breaks ...