Get Better Everyday Podcast

How did a young army vet save every penny from his deployment and make his first real estate move in 2010? Get the details here! In this episode of the Get Better EveryDay Podcast, Matt Gougé sits down with Miguel Ochoa—father, husband, real estate investor, and W2 worker—to discuss his journey from military service to financial freedom through real estate. Miguel shares his inspiring story of hard work, sacrifice, and strategic investing, providing insights on balancing a full-time job, family, and real estate investing. If you're looking for motivation and practical tips on building wealth, this conversation is a must-watch! ----------------------------------- 📣 Connect with the MTMG team NATIONWIDE! Start here: 👨‍💼 https://greatmortgagebroker.com 🤝Click here to CONNECT to a GREAT AGENT in your area: https://homeandmoney.com/matt/ Follow me on: ▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattthemortgageguyum/ ▶ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattTheMortgageGuyUM ▶ TikTok: @mattthemortgageguy Subscribe NOW for more mortgage/real estate/finance straight talk: / @mattthemortgageguy Visit my website for more info ▶ https://mtmg.com/ Business inquiries contact me at ▶ [email protected] A few videos that might be helpful: Matt The Mortgage Guy 💪 Greatest Hits: ▶ • Reacting to REDFINS 2022 Housing Mark... Lower ⬇️ Your Mortgage Payment : ▶ • 1-0 Buydown | Lower Your Mortgage Pay... Real Estate Investing 💰 For Beginners: ▶ • High earners guide to scaling real es... Buying or Refinancing in CA? APPLY NOW: ▶ https://umortgage.my1003app.com/10889... More info on buying: ▶ https://mtmg.com/buy/ More info on refinancing: ▶ https://mtmg.com/refinance/ --------------------------------- *TIMESTAMPS:* 00:00 - Intro 00:07 - Meet Miguel Ochoa 01:20 - Joining the Army 03:09 - First Real Estate Investment 06:00 - Balancing W2 Job and Real Estate 09:52 - The Plan to Leave W2 Job 12:24 - Building Wealth Through Real Estate 18:03 - Real Estate Success and Mentorship 25:04 - Future Vision for Real Estate Business 31:09 - Real Estate Market Outlook 37:01 - Helping Sellers in Distress 45:02 - Challenges in Mortgage Processing 52:05 - Final Thoughts on Real Estate Growth 1:00:00 - Parting Advice: Stay Consistent #RealEstateInvesting #FinancialFreedom #PersonalGrowth

The Power of Community, Coaching, and Balance with Cam Villa | GBE 105 In this episode of the Get Better Every Day Podcast, Matt Gougé sits down with his friend Cam Villa, a kickball extraordinaire, father, husband, and co-owner of a mortgage business. They dive into Cam's unique story, discussing his upbringing in Sacramento, his journey into the mortgage industry, and his powerful personal experiences, including his father's passing and its impact on his work ethic. They explore a variety of topics such as the importance of taking vacations and managing time effectively, balancing work with personal life, and strategies for running a successful mortgage business. Cam shares insights about team support, using virtual assistants, the Eisenhower matrix, and the essentialism philosophy. They also touch on the significance of community involvement, as Cam talks about founding a local kickball league and his wife's role as a school board official. Whether you're interested in real estate, personal development, or community engagement, this episode offers valuable lessons and inspiring stories. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Teaser 00:42 Cam Villa's Early Life and Career Beginnings 02:19 Personal Loss and Its Impact 03:33 Balancing Work and Life 05:12 The Importance of Systems and Processes 19:11 Community Involvement and Kickball League 29:30 Teaching Aspirations and Coaching 33:09 Acknowledging Supportive Partners 34:12 Mortgage Industry Insights 35:21 The Importance of Systems in Business 36:02 Treating Loan Origination as a Business 37:01 Client Trust and Relationships 38:11 Economic Knowledge for Loan Officers 39:45 Continuous Learning and Improvement 42:04 Real Estate Investment Strategies 44:54 The Eisenhower Matrix for Productivity 48:02 First-Time Homebuyers and Investors 56:01 Navigating the Current Market 01:04:48 Concluding Thoughts and Advice 📣 Connect with the MTMG team NATIONWIDE! Start here: 👨‍💼 https://greatmortgagebroker.com 🤝Click here to CONNECT to a GREAT AGENT in your area: https://homeandmoney.com/matt/ Follow me on: ▶ Instagram: @mattthemortgageguyum ▶ Facebook: Matt The Mortgage Guy ▶ TikTok: @mattthemortgageguy Subscribe NOW for more mortgage/real estate/finance straight talk: / @mattthemortgageguy Visit my website for more info ▶ https://mtmg.com/ Business inquiries contact me at ▶ [email protected] A few videos that might be helpful: Matt The Mortgage Guy 💪 Greatest Hits: ▶ • Reacting to REDFINS 2022 Housing Mark... Lower ⬇️ Your Mortgage Payment : ▶ • 1-0 Buydown | Lower Your Mortgage Pay... Real Estate Investing 💰 For Beginners: ▶ • High earners guide to scaling real es... Buying or Refinancing in CA? APPLY NOW: ▶ https://umortgage.my1003app.com/10889... More info on buying: ▶ https://mtmg.com/buy/ More info on refinancing: ▶ https://mtmg.com/refinance/

Navigating Real Estate Challenges: Insights from Dan and Kaelee from Open the Gate Show Join Kaelee, a dedicated real estate agent from Sacramento County, and Dan, a partner at Finley Home Services, as they share their experiences and insights in the real estate industry. In this engaging episode, Kaelee talks about overcoming market challenges, her career path, and how she finds joy in helping clients buy and sell homes. Dan provides his perspective on pest control, home inspections, and the importance of consistency and hard work. Together, they also discuss their podcast 'Open the Gate,' which aims to offer transparency and practical advice for success in real estate. Whether you're a seasoned agent or new to the industry, this episode is packed with valuable information and inspiring stories. Kaelee has been soaking up the Sacramento sun since 1990, and after college, she spread her wings and headed to the glitz and glamour of L.A. There, she dabbled in all the classic Hollywood hustles: acting, modeling, and perfecting her restaurant tray-balancing skills. But just when she thought she might star in a blockbuster (or at least get a killer Yelp review), fate swooped in and she was recruited by a hard money lender in Calabasas. Little did she know, this would be the plot twist that set her on her real estate journey. Fast forward to 2017: Kaelee returns to her Sacramento roots and dives headfirst into business development for a new brokerage called Answer Home Loans. Spoiler alert: they’re now the biggest mortgage broker in the Sacramento area. She snagged her real estate license in 2018 and added another chapter by exploring the world of title sales for seven years, soaking up knowledge like a sponge. But in 2024, Kaelee decided it was time to stop being the sidekick and become the hero of her own real estate story. With full throttle ambition, she’s now betting on herself, helping people find their dream homes, and living her best Sacramento life. Dan was born in Half Moon Bay, CA, college in Denver where I met my wife (Marina). Moved back to Northern CA for a few years then to Kansas City for 6 years and have been back in the Greater Sac area for the past 12 years. A proud father of 2 incredible kids (Kaleigh & Luccas), an avid sports fan, coach, partner at Finley Home Services and co-host of the Open the Gate Podcast! Tirelessly passionate about building long standing deep relationships and business growth! 📣 Connect with the MTMG team NATIONWIDE! Start here: 👨‍💼 https://greatmortgagebroker.com 🤝Click here to CONNECT to a GREAT AGENT in your area: https://homeandmoney.com/matt/ Follow me on: ▶ Instagram: @mattthemortgageguyum ▶ Facebook: Matt The Mortgage Guy ▶ TikTok: @mattthemortgageguy Subscribe NOW for more mortgage/real estate/finance straight talk: / @mattthemortgageguy Visit my website for more info ▶ https://mtmg.com/ Business inquiries contact me at ▶ [email protected] A few videos that might be helpful: Matt The Mortgage Guy 💪 Greatest Hits: ▶ • Reacting to REDFINS 2022 Housing Mark... Lower ⬇️ Your Mortgage Payment : ▶ • 1-0 Buydown | Lower Your Mortgage Pay... Real Estate Investing 💰 For Beginners: ▶ • High earners guide to scaling real es... Buying or Refinancing in CA? APPLY NOW: ▶ https://umortgage.my1003app.com/10889... More info on buying: ▶ https://mtmg.com/buy/ More info on refinancing: ▶ https://mtmg.com/refinance/

Navigating the Mortgage Industry with Dan Maybaum - Insights, Challenges, and Success Tips In this episode of the Get Better Everyday Podcast, host Matt Gougé sits down with Dan Maybaum, founder of Answer Home Loans. They delve into Dan's 20-year journey in the mortgage industry, discussing the highs and lows, and the significant shifts in the market. Dan shares his perspective on the current mortgage landscape, his optimistic outlook for the next 12-18 months, and the importance of humility and smart investing. They also explore Dan’s personal experiences with real estate investments, his lessons learned from mistakes, and his future business plans. The conversation covers practical advice for new loan officers, the impact of AI and technology on the mortgage industry, and some personal anecdotes about maintaining work-life balance and family adventures. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:24 Dan Maybaum's Background and Personal Life 01:26 Insights into the Mortgage Industry 02:54 Challenges and Lessons from the Mortgage Industry 06:28 Investment Strategies and Personal Finance 19:52 Real Estate Investment Experiences 24:25 Understanding Real Estate Appreciation 24:47 Lessons from Kansas Property Investments 27:11 Future Plans for Answer Home Loans 30:10 The Impact of AI on the Mortgage Industry 38:52 Training the Next Generation of Loan Officers 44:55 Balancing Work and Family Life 48:12 The Power of Consistency 📣 Connect with the MTMG team NATIONWIDE! Start here: 👨‍💼 https://greatmortgagebroker.com 🤝Click here to CONNECT to a GREAT AGENT in your area: https://homeandmoney.com/matt/ Follow me on: ▶ Instagram: @mattthemortgageguyum ▶ Facebook: Matt The Mortgage Guy ▶ TikTok: @mattthemortgageguy Subscribe NOW for more mortgage/real estate/finance straight talk: / @mattthemortgageguy Visit my website for more info ▶ https://mtmg.com/ Business inquiries contact me at ▶ [email protected] A few videos that might be helpful: Matt The Mortgage Guy 💪 Greatest Hits: ▶ • Reacting to REDFINS 2022 Housing Mark... Lower ⬇️ Your Mortgage Payment : ▶ • 1-0 Buydown | Lower Your Mortgage Pay... Real Estate Investing 💰 For Beginners: ▶ • High earners guide to scaling real es... Buying or Refinancing in CA? APPLY NOW: ▶ https://umortgage.my1003app.com/10889... More info on buying: ▶ https://mtmg.com/buy/ More info on refinancing: ▶ https://mtmg.com/refinance/

Early Retirement and Life Lessons: Achieving Financial Freedom with Sabato Join host Matt Gougé in this inspiring episode of the 'Get Better Everyday' podcast as he converses with Sabato, who retired at 51. Sabato shares insights on financial literacy, effective budgeting, and the importance of having a financial plan. The discussion also reflects on the power of independent research and how accessing free resources can enhance your understanding of finance, business, and life. Highlighting the value of time, setting realistic goals, and starting early with savings and investments, this episode offers a comprehensive guide to achieving financial freedom and living a fulfilling life. Don't miss Sabato's story and his mission to provide crucial financial information to underrepresented communities through his YouTube channel, Ask Sabato. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:47 Sabato's Journey to Financial Literacy 02:14 Creating the Sabato YouTube Channel 02:51 Empowering Underserved Communities 05:49 Financial Advice for Young Professionals 07:16 The Importance of Budgeting and Saving 10:16 Planning for Early Retirement 21:36 The Role of Financial Advisors 25:45 The Cost of Doing Business 29:22 The Benefits of Early Retirement 33:54 The Value of Time in Retirement 35:44 Filling the Void: Contribution in Retirement 36:43 Personal Stories of Giving Back 40:58 The Importance of Financial Literacy 42:05 Overcoming Adversity: My Origin Story 44:59 Lessons from My Father 54:06 Navigating Financial Knowledge 01:03:42 Parting Words: Cherish Your Time 📣 Connect with the MTMG team NATIONWIDE! Start here: 👨‍💼 https://greatmortgagebroker.com 🤝Click here to CONNECT to a GREAT AGENT in your area: https://homeandmoney.com/matt/ Follow me on: ▶ Instagram: @mattthemortgageguyum ▶ Facebook: Matt The Mortgage Guy ▶ TikTok: @mattthemortgageguy Subscribe NOW for more mortgage/real estate/finance straight talk: / @mattthemortgageguy Visit my website for more info ▶ https://mtmg.com/ Business inquiries contact me at ▶ [email protected] A few videos that might be helpful: Matt The Mortgage Guy 💪 Greatest Hits: ▶ • Reacting to REDFINS 2022 Housing Mark... Lower ⬇️ Your Mortgage Payment : ▶ • 1-0 Buydown | Lower Your Mortgage Pay... Real Estate Investing 💰 For Beginners: ▶ • High earners guide to scaling real es... Buying or Refinancing in CA? APPLY NOW: ▶ https://umortgage.my1003app.com/10889... More info on buying: ▶ https://mtmg.com/buy/ More info on refinancing: ▶ https://mtmg.com/refinance/