Mortgage Matters with Gretchen Podcast

Road Map for Saving & Investing in Real Estate with CFP Steve Hebden, January 2021

Steve Hebden is a CFP (Certified Financial Planner) & Financial Security Advisor in Insurance and Investments with Rawling Financial Inc. and Quadras Investment Services.
Join us as we discuss what is happening in the financial markets in Canada right now, how to decide where owning a home, income property, or being a private mortgage lender fits-in with your other investments, and tips on saving for a down payment to purchase a home.

Success Buying Real Estate in a Holdco with Stephen Sforza, July 2021

Stephen Sforza joined Woitzik Polsinelli in 2019 as an associate in their Corporate/Commercial and Real Estate Groups. Stephen's clients include entrepreneurs, real estate investors, professionals, small to mid-size businesses, commercial lenders and borrowers, and commercial landlords and tenants.
Join us as we discuss incorporating your business to buy real estate in a holding company & why you'd want to, tips for a better experience in closing your home purchase, and changes in the mortgage process during the Covid pandemic from the lawyer's point of view.

Planning Ahead for Home Ownership After Separation/Divorce with Stephanie Ostrom, Elm Street Law, December 2020

As a Family Lawyer, Stephanie Ostrom's role in Elm Law is to be involved in aspects of family matters and domestic relations, including separation and divorce, marriage contracts or "prenups", common law or domestic partnerships, spousal support/alimony, child custody, adoption, division of property and negotiating settlements.
Join us as we discuss Stephanie's advice to help you get a mortgage when separating, Divorce Buddy, her amazing new tool to help you pick your legal services and control your costs, and what's happening with the courts during the pandemic?

Creating and Living A Stellar Life with Stella Kikoyo, February 2023

Stella Kikoyo is the founder and editor-in-chief of Stellar Woman Magazine, a global digital publication that women turn to for inspiring success stories, personal and business growth strategies, actionable career tips and more, all sourced from incredible women from across the globe.
Join us as we discuss personal development in the real estate and financial industries, mindfulness and visualization, and living in wisdom with success and joy.

The Future of Interest Rates and the Customer Experience with Shubha Dasgupta, October 2022

Shubha Dasgupta is Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Pineapple, the mortgage brokerage I am part of. Since entering the mortgage industry in 2008, he has been focused on positively disrupting the sector by leveraging technology and putting people at the heart of the business. Shubha’s unique vision and expertise have allowed him to build and grow Pineapple (formerly CLC Network), which now has over 400 brokers in its network.
Join us as we discuss business and industry trends, the ability to drive best-in-class customer experiences, and how to infuse vision and purpose into your professional endeavours.

Low Down Payment, New to Canada Buyers from Genworth, November 2020

Shari Countryman is a Genworth Canada Account Manager covering Durham, Peterborough and the Kawartha’s, and east to Kingston.
Join us as we discuss Millennials thinking about the real estate market, new Canadians, and self-employed homeowners.

Home Buying Tips with Red Show Homes Realtors, November 2020

Today I have Dionne Allen, Michelle Thiebaud, and Shavaughn DeLacour with me. Dionne Allan launched the Red Shoe Homes team at Keller Williams Energy in 2012.
Join us as we discuss what to expect when viewing homes in a COVID-19 influenced world, is this a good time to buy, and what's happening in the Durham market?

Corporate Employee to Entrepreneur with Mellisa Thornton, January 2021

Mellisa Thornton is the Administrative Assistant for the Mortgages by Gretchen Team. Mellisa worked in a corporate management role for over 15 years in the life insurance industry prior to joining the Gretchen Casey Mortgage team.
Join us as we discuss going from being a corporate employee & manager to being an entrepreneur and the benefits, pitfalls and tips when you're self-employed, and what it takes to successfully work on a team and with customers virtually.

Smart Real Estate Investing with Meghan Chomut, February 2023

Meghan Chomut is a Certified Financial Planner and Investment Property Advisor. She is THE go-to for families who have (or want to have) an income property. She helps you create an easy-to-follow roadmap for your family so that you can spend without guilt, build wealth AND make traction on your debt. Meghan helps you crunch the numbers, get clear on the best type of property to invest in and how to avoid mistakes. @meghancfp @porterougeco
Join us as we discuss Porte Rouge's unique structure, excelling at servicing anyone wanting to invest in real estate, what to keep in mind when wanting to do a flip vs. short-term rentals, and what to avoid in real estate investing.

Investing Advice from Financial Advisor Focused on Real Estate with Meghan Chomut, January 2021

Meghan Chomut is a CFP (Certified Financial Planner) and Investment Property Advisor. She helps families and income property owners get their personal and investment property finances organized and make smart investment decisions by designing custom plans and tax strategies.
Join us as we discuss Meghan's unique, holistic approach to advising clients on investing both in real estate and the financial markets, the benefits of her approach and model to those wanting to maximize their real estate portfolio, and tips based on Meghan's personal experiences owning rental properties.