Episodes

  • Maturing With Mortgages
    Sep 17 2024

    In this episode of Editor's Cut, host Katie Jensen chats with Erica Drzewiecki, the writer behind "Maturing with Mortgages," as they delve into the growing trend of baby boomers aging in place, the opportunities for loan originators, and why reverse mortgages might be the best option for some seniors.

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    10 mins
  • Brand Spankin’ New
    Aug 20 2024

    In this episode of Editor's Cut, staff writer Sarah Wolak interviews associate editor Erica Drzewiecki about her story, "Brand Spankin' New" from the newly released Emerging LO Magazine. Drzewiecki reminisces about the brand new loan officers she met during her interview process, including an MIT grad and an online video streamer. Tune in for an insightful discussion that reveals the real stories behind the headlines, only on Editor’s Cut.

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    8 mins
  • A Reading From The Book Of Kyle
    Jul 16 2024

    In this episode of Editor's Cut, staff writer Erica Drzewiecki interviews fellow staff writer Sarah Wolak about her story, "A Reading From The Book Of Kyle." Wolak talks about how the book "Rethink Everything You Know About Being A Next-Gen Loan Officer" evolved from Kyle Draper's experience with divine intervention. Tune in for an insightful discussion that reveals the real stories behind the headlines, only on Editor’s Cut.

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    9 mins
  • Manufacturing Fair Lending
    Jun 19 2024

    In this episode of Editor's Cut, staff writer Erica Drzewiecki interviews fellow staff writer Ryan Kingsley about his story, "Manufacturing Fair Lending." Kingsley reveals how regulators are playing a dangerous numbers game, while lenders struggle to prove their innocence against statistical allegations. Join us for a revealing conversation that exposes the truth behind the headlines, only on Editor’s Cut.

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    19 mins
  • The Royal Ascent Of Kelly Rivas
    May 14 2024

    In this episode of Editor's Cut, staff writer Ryan Kingsley interviews fellow staff writer Katie Jensen about her story, "The Royal Ascent Of Kelly Rivas." Jensen talks about how the so-called 'Mortgage Queen' dared to be bold and dress outside of the box and was able to project confidence and competence through how she presents herself.

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    15 mins
  • One Stop Shops Are The New Mom-And-Pops
    Apr 16 2024

    In this episode of Editor's Cut, staff writer Ryan Kingsley interviews fellow staff writer Sarah Wolak about her story, "One-Stop Shops Are The New Mom-And-Pops." Wolak delves into the stories of three different people in the mortgage industry who operate as dual-licensed and explores the future of dual licenses in the wake of the pending NAR settlement.

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    15 mins
  • Are Trigger Leads Harmful? Prove it.
    Mar 19 2024

    In this episode of Editor's Cut, associate editor Erica Drzewiecki interviews staff writer Katie Jensen about her story, "Are Trigger Leads Harmful? Prove it." Jensen dives into how difficult it was to prove trigger leads are harmful and explores the challenging consumer side of the argument.

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    22 mins
  • Battle Cry
    Feb 20 2024

    In this episode of Editor's Cut, staff writer Sarah Wolak interviews associate editor Erica Drzewiecki about her story, "Battle Cry." Drzewiecki dives beneath the story's surface, offering a new perspective on what it means for homebuyers and borrowers living in Indian Country.

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    7 mins