The Mortgage Game
Ryan Wiley · Kelowna, BC
Coaching and tips on building and running a mortgage brokerage business, drawn from the host's experience leading a broker team; frequent broker guests.
Status: active · Team Wiley (Tango)
Episodes
- 29 min
318: You're Wasting Every Discovery Call If You're Not Doing This
EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I share why discovery calls aren't about presenting solutions, but about uncovering pain points for your clients. I walk through what brokers can learn from Steph Curry, my recent experience coaching a brokerage team and what they were missing, and also go over a real life mortgage renewal example. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTo
- 29 min
317: Scaling from $5M to $25M in 14 Months
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I'm joined by Cory Hubbard. Cory is a mortgage broker on Team Wiley from Barrie, Ontario, who is also a full-time firefighter. Becoming a broker in 2021 at a different brokerage, Cory joined Team Wiley in 2025, and has increased his volume from $5M to $25 in only 14 months. What makes Cory's story genuinely compelling is how ordinary his methods are. Consistent daily outreach, phone calls to referral partners, delegating fulfillment, attending team training calls, and a structured 64-email annual campaign form th
- 27 min
316: I Spent 5 Days with 200+ Mortgage Brokers - Here's What I Learned
EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I share five key takeaways from my recent 5-day coaching trip with over 200 mortgage brokers in the GTA, including relationships and referrals, database mining and email marketing, prospecting realities, mental health, and accountability. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan
- 34 min
315: From CPA to $30M Broker in 4 Years
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I'm joined by Heather Bowie. Heather is a mortgage broker and the co-owner of Flare Mortgage Group from Sherwood Park, Alberta, who became a broker in 2022 after spending her career as a CPA. Quitting a stable accounting career in your forties to work entirely on commission takes serious nerve, and the results speak for themselves. In only 4 years, Heather now does $30 million in funded volume a year, while also building a boutique team of ten brokers alongside her. What makes Heather stand out is that her succes
- 39 min
314: You Don't Need More Volume, You Need a Better Business Model
EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I share a warning for the entire industry, embrace disruption or face extinction in the next 5 years. As margins tighten and technology advances, if brokers cling to outdated business models, they are going to be obsolete. The need to evolve is more critical than ever, but how? The answer is simple: stop giving away your expertise for free. No other industry gives away their knowledge for nothing, and brokers need to follow suit by embracing consulting models and charging for expertise, which will fundamentally restructure how brokers generate revenue and s
- 25 min
313: The Mortgage Industry Isn't Burning Out, You Are
EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I discuss the common theme of brokers telling me they are "burnt out" and stuck in survival mode, but how do you break out of it? It might be counter-intuitive, but the best thing you can start doing is saying "no". Protect your time. Protect your boundaries. Your self-talk, circle of influences, and controlling your mindset shape your reality, and are more impactful on your business than market conditions. *** IN-PERSON "MORTGAGE LEAD GENERATION" WORKSHOP 📍 Burlington, ON - Monday, September 21st 📍 Vaughan, ON - Wednesday, September 23rd For more informa
- 33 min
312: Nobody Knows Who the F##k You Are
EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I argue that you need to build brand visibility before building systems, and spend your time driving more traffic towards your business instead of creating elaborate conversion tools. Ten thousand monthly impressions with a mediocre conversion rate will outperform a flawless funnel that almost nobody sees every time. What good is a perfect system if there is no audience to use it? *** IN-PERSON "MORTGAGE LEAD GENERATION" WORKSHOP 📍 Burlington, ON - Monday, September 21st 📍 Vaughan, ON - Wednesday, September 23rd For more information, visit: www.leadgenwor
- 35 min
311: Using LinkedIn to Build a $35M Mortgage Business from Scratch
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I'm joined by Aldo Heberlein. Aldo is a mortgage broker and the Founder of Enmortgage from Vancouver, BC, who became a broker in 2020, and has steadily increased his yearly volume from $5M in 2021, to $35M in 2025, and is on pace for $40M in 2026. Originally from Mexico, Aldo made his way to Vancouver a decade ago after living in Norway with his wife for 6 years. After his digital marketing business collapsed overnight when Facebook changed its policies, Aldo decided to pivot strategically into mortgages Starting
- 29 min
310: Everybody's Talking About AI, But Nobody's Talking About Results
EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I discuss how AI, while beneficial, can easily be a double-edged sword, hindering productivity and become more of a distraction than a solution, similar to to social media. Most brokers waste time experimenting with AI tools on trivial tasks while neglecting the core money-makers: prospecting, brand-building, and client relationships. So is your use of new technology actually improving your income and quality of life, or just keeping you busy? *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS si
- 31 min
309: From Zero Network to $15M+ in Volume in 18 Months
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I'm joined by Shubham Suri. Shubham is a mortgage agent on Team Wiley from Ontario, an immigrant broker built a thriving mortgage business from scratch, with no network, no social media presence, and no industry connections when he arrived in Canada. Shubham came to Canada on in 2022 on a student visa, and became a licensed mortgage agent in June of 2024. With absolutely no network for mortgage clients, he got a part-time job doing sales for a telecom company, converting his great service into his prospecting mac
- 36 min
308: How 1 DM Can Change Your Business
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I'm joined by Kendra Bartels. Kendra is a mortgage agent on Team Wiley from Ontario, who became licensed in February of 2025 while also juggling being a mom of 2 toddlers. Shortly after becoming an agent, she sent me an unpolished cold video open via Instagram asking for advice, and it's authenticity was something I could not ignore. I set her up with a mentor connection and which eventually led to a spot on Team Wiley once she was ready, proving that genuine, unfiltered approaches open doors that polished presen
- 27 min
307: The Three Things Keeping You Average
EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I break down three core obstacles holding mortgage brokers back - distraction, lack of discipline, and giving away your power to other people and worrying about things you can't control - and how you can overcome them to build the business you've always wanted. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's Linke
- 40 min
306: $100 Million Broker Burnout
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I'm joined by Jewels Ferris Jewels is a top producing mortgage broker from Kelowna, BC, who's not only helped over 1,000 families since becoming a broker in 2014, but also broke the $100M in yearly mortgage volume barrier. In her 12 years as a broker, she has earned industry accolades like the DLC Master Award and the CME Titan Award with DLC, the Chairperson's Club Award with Verico, and been named one of the top mortgage brokers in Kelowna five years in a row by Best of Kelowna. Jewels was working at a restaura
- 26 min
305: If We're All Selling the Same Thing, Why Do Top Broker's Win More?
EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I share how mortgage brokers can stand out by mastering storytelling, asking the right questions, and building custom proposals that truly address client needs. Elevating your client interactions will build trust and differentiate yourself in a competitive market. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's Li
- 42 min
304: Most Mortgage Brokers Are Slowing Down. She's Heading to $70M+. Why?
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I'm joined by Jennine Yool. Jennine is a mortgage agent on Team Wiley from Burlington, Ontario, who's helped over 2,000 clients over her near 2 decades in the industry, totalling $800M+ in funded volume. In a market where most broker's business is declining, and maintain past volume is a win, Jennine is growing. She's funded 53 deals in the first four months of this year, putting her on track for a total of $70-$80 million in 2026. What exactly is she doing to be trending up when most others are trending down? St
- 23 min
303: Building a Lead Machine, One Channel at a Time
EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I share the best way for a mortgage broker to build a lead machine, breaking down how you can create an omnipresence across multiple channels with a framework that highlights actionable, repeatable steps. Most brokers are focused on the wrong things. They obsess over product knowledge while ignoring the skill that actually generates their income, marketing. Marketing effectiveness matters far more than technical mortgage knowledge, and 75% of your time should go toward sales and storytelling across multiple channels to create omnipresence, so you have actua
- 38 min
302: From Firefighter to $346k Mortgage Broker: The Exact Strategy!
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I'm joined by Scott Sarai. Scott is a Mortgage Broker at SGS Mortgages from Maple Ridge, BC, who's a part of Team Wiley at Tango while also still being a full-time firefighter. After spending time as a broker, Scott started a fulfillment business working for other brokers, which ended up eroding his passion for mortgages. With plans to exit the industry entirely, a game-changing conversation with Ryan led to giving his business 6 more months of life. Now with a renewed mindset, mentorship, and an innovative appro
- 35 min
301: The First 18 Months: The Hard Truths of Building Team Wiley
EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I share my journey from mortgage broker to coach to building a transparent, hands-on mortgage team that industry insiders said could never scale, never mind ever work at all. I cover industry challenges, innovative strategies, and my vision for creating a supportive, long-term community for mortgage professionals. If my brokers win, then I win. In an industry obsessed with growth at any cost, my philosophy is different, investing in people over profit, and sustainable volume and culture fit over aggressive growth. I've turned down over a hundred agents and
- 44 min
300: Mortgage Brokers Are Too Stressed to Notice They're Stressed
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION In this episode, I'm joined by D'Arcy Henneberry. D'Arcy, a former mortgage broker and the current President of MortgagePal, made a major career shift in 2022 by becoming a Certified NeuroChangeSolutions (NCS) Consultant trained by famed neuroscientist Dr. Joe Dispenza. Why? The industry is facing a full-blown mental health crisis, and most people don't even realize it. Stress has become so normalized that brokers no longer even say they're stressed. They just say they're burnt out, overwhelmed, or depressed instead. The stress i
- 27 min
299: Why 10x is Easier Than 2x
In this episode, I share why 10x-ing your income is actually easier than 2x-ing, and how exponential growth through smarter focus is much easier than incremental improvements. With that mindset shift, you should be working smarter, not harder, and leveraging the 80/20 rule to focus on the high-impact activities that bring in the most money. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's
- 24 min
298: The Mortgage Team Trap - Chasing Passive Income
In this episode, I discuss the realities from my own experience of building and managing mortgage teams, and how passive income from teams is a myth. I break down the math behind building a team and the real cost of mentorship and coaching, how mentoring is driven most by ego, and why 95% of you should be focusing on your own book of business instead of team expansion. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram:
- 25 min
297: AI in Mortgages. Tool or Trap?
In this episode, I share my personal insights on AI in the mortgage industry and how most aren't using it properly to actually help their business. I highlight the practical ways I have been using AI to build tools for the success of my team, but at the end of the day if you have a bad business, AI won't help you. Nothing can replace having solid business fundamentals and doing your non-negotiables. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOC
- 33 min
296: The 3 Decisions That Changed Everything in My Business
In this episode, I share the three key decisions that transformed my mortgage business from a floundering 9-5 to a sustainable, money making machine that avoided burnout made me feel fulfilled. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: @RyanWiley ***
- 33 min
295: Why Most Brokers Fail on Instagram (And the Simple Fix)
In this episode, I discuss how most of you are not leveraging social media, specifically Instagram, properly as a money making tool, and share a simple, repeatable plan of strategic content creation that has been proven to grow mortgage businesses. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: @RyanWil
- 33 min
294: Interest Rates Just Went Up. What Did You Do About It?
In this episode, I discuss strategies for rising interest rates, and how utilizing rate holds are a competitive weapon that most brokers overlook. I also share how the most critical mistake I made early in my career, failing to collect and maintain accurate client data, cost me hundreds of thousands of dollars, and how proactive database mining will always beat passive deal-waiting. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley
- 27 min
293: The Renewal Lie: Why 2026 Isn't Automatic Business
In this episode, I discuss the realities of the mortgage renewal business in 2026 - how traditional renewal methods no longer work, why clients don't owe you anything, and how to succeed in modern mortgage brokering. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: @RyanWiley ***
- 28 min
292: This Might Be the Most Important Episode I've Ever Recorded
In this episode, I discuss how many people struggle to take action in their business because they lack a strong belief in their own principles. If you define your belief system, it will drown out all the noise, and simplify your decision-making processes. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: @
- 29 min
291: The Industry Didn't Get Harder, Brokers Got Softer
In this episode, I discusses the evolution of brokering from the traditional methods I started with in 2009, to the modern and much easier use of social media, highlighting the lack of hustle and sense of entitlement I perceive among new brokers. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: @RyanWiley
- 32 min
290: Reaction to Dustan Woodhouse's Podcast - Questions to Ask Yourself Before Starting a Team or Brokerage
In this episode, I react to Dustin Woodhouse's recent podcast, which poses critical questions for anyone considering forming a team or brokerage. Reflecting on my own 14-month journey in building Team Wiley, I dive into the intricacies of building a mortgage team, and the challenges and strategies of supporting agents effectively. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @
- 27 min
289: My Motto for 2026 - F@$% Yes or NO
In this episode, I discuss why it's important to have a motto, reflecting on my motto for 2025, 'Show Up,' and introduce my new motto for 2026, 'F*ck Yes or No.' I also delve into the mindset required for entrepreneurs, the necessity of prioritizing one's business, and how surrounding yourself with positive influences is vital. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iam
- 28 min
288: Your Environment is Failing You
In this episode, I discuss how your environment significantly impacts your success, with working from home increasing the tendency to treat your business like a hobby rather than a career. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: @RyanWiley ***
- 31 min
287: Your Pre-Approval Playbook...Without the Chaos
In this episode, I discuss the inefficiencies in the mortgage pre-approval process, and share the best practices to streamline it, emphasizing the importance of understanding the client journey, optimizing lead intake, and conducting effective discovery calls. I also highlight the significance of following-up, presenting proposals, and the necessity of having a structured approach to client communication. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME
- 24 min
286: Forget the Vision Board, Build Systems That Actually Make You Money
In this episode, I argue why you should skip a traditional business plan, and instead implement 30-day sprints on focused objectives that improve your business. By solving one problem monthly instead of chasing vague yearly goals, you build dummy-proofed systems that actually get completed, which will transform your business entirely. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTo
- 19 min
285: Shiny Objects Don't Build Business, Reps Do
In this episode, I introduce a framework for success: More, Better, New. Emphasizing the need for consistent content creation and relationship building over seeking shortcuts, this focuses on core activities and improving skills rather than getting distracted by new trends or tools. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley
- 31 min
284: Rate Shoppers Aren't the Problem, You Are
In this episode, I discuss the need for brokers to evolve their strategies and focus on client pain points, ultimately positioning yourself as the key to client success. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: @RyanWiley ***
- 30 min
283: The Silent Skill That Can Make or Break a Mortgage Broker
In this episode, I discuss the critical skill of setting expectations with clients, and the necessity of proactive communication in running a successful mortgage business. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: @RyanWiley ***
- 27 min
282: What Brokers Say vs. What They Do
In this episode, I share the journey of mortgage brokering, identifying patterns in new agents, the necessity of full-time dedication, and the evolving landscape of social media for business growth. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: @RyanWiley ***
- 29 min
281: Why Brokers Are Losing Deals Right Now
In this episode, I share why brokers are losing so many deals right now, the need for mortgage brokers to adapt to changing market conditions, and the significance of understanding client pain points to be successful. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: @RyanWiley ***
- 26 min
280: Are You in a Mortgage Funk?
In this episode, I deliver a powerful wake-up call for mortgage professionals feeling overwhelmed by industry challenges, and how your business is exactly where it should be based on the choices you have made. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: @RyanWiley ***
- 27 min
279: To Niche or Not to Niche
In this episode, I discuss the critical importance of defining a niche in the mortgage industry, because without a clear niche, brokers risk becoming irrelevant in a crowded market. I explain the need for specialization, the pros and cons of various strategies, and the significance of building a brand around personal strengths. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iam
- 23 min
278: You're Not Stuck. You're Just Invisible.
In this episode, I discuss how you're putting your time, money, and energy into the wrong things in your business, and where you should be investing to give yourself career longevity. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: @RyanWiley ***
- 29 min
277: The Industry Changed. They Didn't. Welcome to the Broken Brokerage.
In this episode, I discuss the importance of the necessity of transparency in brokerages, understanding your splits & financial numbers, and why you need to take control of your business. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: @RyanWiley ***
- 21 min
276: What I'd Do If I Had to Start Over in 2025
In this episode, I share how I would approach mortgage brokering in 2025, building a direct-to-consumer mortgage business and moving away from traditional realtor-dependent models. I outline a comprehensive marketing strategy that includes social media engagement, content creation, and webinars to educate potential clients. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryan
- 31 min
275: How to Turn Content Into Booked Calls
In this episode, I share the exact steps you need to do to turn your social media content into booked calls, including the tools needed to succeed. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: @RyanWiley ***
- 31 min
274: You Can't Build a Broker's Business on Bankers Hours
In this episode, I share why I've turned away 60% of people who've wanted to join Team Wiley, and the key red flags I look for which signal a lack of fit. I also challenge the "clock-out" mentality, cautioning against complacency, and why you should rethink your approach to work-life balance if you're wanting to have a successful mortgage business. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan
- 25 min
273: Do Brokers Even Need a CRM?
In this episode, I share why a CRM will not make a difference for your business, breaking down what people think a CRM does for their business, what a CRM actually does, and alternative tools you can use for a more simple, customized approach to client management which lead to improved productivity and profitability in your business. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok
- 37 min
272: Why Brokers Suck at Social Media (And How to Fix It)
In this episode, I share one of my biggest pet peeves and how it's affecting your business, and why your social media is not getting you business like it should. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: @RyanWiley ***
- 43 min
271: How He 10x'd His Business: The 2.7M to 40M Broker
In this episode, we're joined by Scott Sarai. Scott is a Mortgage Broker at SGS Mortgages from Maple Ridge, BC, who's a part of Team Wiley at Tango while also still being a full-time firefighter. After spending time as a broker, Scott started a fulfillment business working for other brokers, which ended up eroding his passion for mortgages. With plans to exit the industry entirely, a game-changing conversation with Ryan led to giving his business 6 more months of life. Now with a renewed mindset, mentorship, and an innovative approach, Scott funded nearly $18 million in just 5 months, while al
- 25 min
270: What is the Secret Sauce?
In this episode, I share the secret sauce when it comes to being a successful broker, and how some people have it, and some people don't. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: @RyanWiley ***
- 44 min
269: The Niche Broker... 27M, 20-Hour Weeks, & 8 Vacations
In this episode, we're joined by Sylvia Ho. Sylvia, the "cash damming queen", is a Mortgage Broker from the Greater Toronto Area in Ontario, who has revolutionized her mortgage business after over 2 decades in the industry by exclusively focusing on rental cash damming over the past 2 years. Her transformation from a generalist to a specialist showcases how focusing on a specific niche can lead to both professional success and personal fulfillment, as she now manages to take vacations every 6 weeks, while working only 80 hours a month, and never on evenings and weekends. Sylvia is here to disc
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Short, specific strategies for scaling a mortgage practice (marketing, social media, systems) with interviews of successful brokers.
Homeowner AF: The Canadian First Time Homebuying Podcast
Weekly show for first-time buyers in Ontario and across Canada covering pre-approvals, closing costs, down payment savings, credit scores, rates and home insurance.
Directory compiled 2026-10-28. Details come from public listings and the show’s own feed.