How to Sell More Mortgages in 2025 (Without Selling Your Soul) | Roots Pod #10
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This episode is for every entrepreneur, agent, and lender who's tired of chasing shiny objects and ready to build something real.
We sat down with John Murphy, President of MJW Mortgage, whoโs scaled a values-based mortgage company with zero fluff. He breaks down how lending really works, the lies most agents believe about loans, and the truth about why most people stay broke. From mastering your revenue/expense mindset to becoming mentally tough, John lays out what it actually takes to lead, provide, and win in business โ without losing your soul in the process.
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iammurfdog
MJW Mortgage: https://mjwmortgage.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-murphy-mjw
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โฑ๏ธ Timestamps:
0:00 - 07:49 | What Actually Makes a Great Mortgage Broker ๐ผ
7:50 - 11:23 | The Ethics That Make or Break You ๐งญ
11:24 - 13:25 | Why Owning Real Estate Still Matters ๐บ๐ธ
13:26 - 17:40 | TikTok Complaints & Industry Frustrations ๐
17:41 - 20:19 | How Hard is it Really to Be a Lender?
20:20 - 21:58 | How Lenders Actually Get Paid ๐ต
21:59 - 26:45 | Entrepreneur Lessons That Actually Matter
26:46 - 29:22 | Want to Win? Expand the Pie ๐ฐ
29:23 - 32:40 | Leveling Up as a Business Owner
32:41 - 36:55 | Revenue & Expenses Should Match
36:54 - 45:22 | The #1 Driver of Long-Term Success
45:23 - 51:22 | How to Stop Being Broke (For Real)
51:23 - 55:17 | You Spend Too Much Money ๐ธ
55:18 - 59:36 | Get Mentally Tough & Grounded ๐ง
59:57 - 1:04:41 | Rapid Fire: Faith, Family, and Business
1:04:42 - 1:17:48 | Fatherhood, Balance & Being a Better Dad โค๏ธ
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Disclaimer
The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Roots Realty Co or its affiliates. This episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial or real estate advice.
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