Olivia White, an Aurora, Illinois native and seasoned realtor, understands the trust her clients place in her and strives to exceed their expectations. With over 15 years in the real estate industry, Olivia is dedicated to making each transaction smooth and transparent. Before pursuing her career as a realtor, Olivia spent over 7 years in the mortgage field, working as a loan processor, closer, and funder. This experience has given her a unique insight into her clients' needs and the entire home-buying process. As a homeowner herself, Olivia is familiar with the challenges and excitement of buying a home. She takes pride in helping local buyers and sellers navigate the real estate market with confidence.

In this episode, Dante and Olivia discuss:

• How Olivia’s mortgage background enhances her work as a realtor
• The emotional journey of first-time home buyers and how she supports them
• The importance of education in easing buyer anxiety
• Strategies for preparing homes for sale in a competitive market
• Olivia’s mission to educate her community about homeownership

Key Takeaways: 

• Olivia’s mortgage background gives her a unique edge in real estate—she doesn’t just sell homes; she translates the entire financing process in a way that clients can easily grasp and feel confident navigating.
• She makes education a top priority, walking clients through everything from managing their credit to understanding inspection reports and timelines, ensuring they’re never left in the dark.
• The emotional impact of a home purchase is just as meaningful as the transaction itself—especially when a first-time buyer realizes their dream is becoming a reality.
• When working with sellers, she leans on data and market insight to build trust and guide pricing conversations, knowing that transparency is key in today’s information-heavy landscape.
• Her mission goes beyond closings—Olivia is actively working to bring real estate education into schools, churches, and communities to demystify homeownership for those who may think it’s out of reach.

“Seeing the moments where people realize it's actually happening—the dream of homeownership is coming true. You're gaining a high level of security for yourself and your family. Those are my high moments.” - Olivia White

Connect with Olivia White:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OliviaWhiteRealtor/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ownwitholivia/ 

Phone: 630-532-1539

Connect with Dante Royster:

Website: https://www.danteroyster.com/

Epic Mortgage Website: Epic Mortgage, Inc. NMLS 1885086

Facebook: EpicMortgage1885086

Epic Mortgage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/epicmortgage/

“The Ultimate Mortgage Guide” book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKTRWLRP

LinkedIn: Dante Royster | LinkedIn

Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanteRoyster

YouTube: Epic Spotlight 

Email: dante@epic.mortgage

Mission Statement: Epic Spotlight shines a light on the truths behind love, happiness, health, and wealth. Hosted by America’s Mortgage Expert and author Dante Royster, this podcast delivers bold insights to help you grow and build your most epic life.

The 9 states that Epic Mortgage is licensed in are: Illinois/Indiana/Michigan/Colorado/Maryland/Virginia/Florida/Georgia/Texas

Show notes by Podcastologist: Angelo Paul Tagama

Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.