In this episode of the Workspace podcast, host Grant interviews Matt Fries, a multifaceted entrepreneur involved in mortgages and real estate investments. Matt shares his journey from being an investor to becoming a loan officer and eventually starting his own mortgage company. He discusses the current state of the mortgage market, the impact of COVID-19 on rental properties, and the importance of building trust in business relationships. Matt also emphasizes the significance of work-life balance, hobbies, and maintaining a competitive spirit in his professional life. The conversation highlights the value of community connections and the personal side of being a business owner.