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 broker Scaling secrets – how he grew in volume in 3 years (during a tough market) The power of letting go – transitioning from solopreneur to team leader with processors & LOAs Systemizing success – exact workflows and tech that fuel his operation A heartbreaking personal story – how he rebuilt after losing 6 family members in one tragedy The mindset shift that transformed his business and life This episode is a masterclass in resilience, offering actionable strategies for brokers at any stage – plus an unforgettable reminder of what truly matters in business and life.