Mortgage Matters with Gretchen Podcast
Join us as Mortgage Agent Gretchen Casey and her guests share valuable mortgage tips and info to help you and your family create the life of your dreams. We’re here to help as you navigate the ups and downs of the Canadian real estate industry.
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Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Julie is a trained arbitrator, a Qualified Mediator, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, an Advanced Certified Elder Mediator, and a certified specialist in both Family Mediation and Family Separation Finances. Julie is the current Chair of the Family Dispute Resolution Institute of Ontario (FDRIO).
Join us as we discuss how mediation can help when over 55 and considering a reverse mortgage or other options to stay in their home, tips for successful decision-making for families during separation, and the benefits of using a professional Mediator.
Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
Anita is the quintessential business professional and a prolific real estate investor. A previous winner at the Canadian Real Estate Wealth (CREW) Investor Awards, Anita has been featured as a keynote speaker and panelist on “Two Unit Legalization in Durham”.
Join us as we discuss today's high housing prices and should you sell and rent, choosing your real estate investment strategy, and investor down payment amount.
Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
Wednesday Jan 17, 2024
Quentin D’Souza is a multiple award-winning Real Estate Investor, and a trusted authority on investing in the Durham Region. He is also the Chief Education Officer of the Durham Real Estate Investors Club.
Join us as we discuss why invest in real estate as a long term strategy, the importance of working with a peer group to learn the ins & outs of investing, and getting clear on your "Why?".
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Ana Rejab is a Senior Account Manager, Small Business at the BDC, Business Development Bank of Canada. Ana combines her cross-cultural intelligence, her passion for helping communities thrive, and her knowledge of business financing to help fuel local economic growth.
Join us as we discuss when to refinance your home vs. get a business loan to grow your business, how to prepare to apply for a business loan, and services the BDC offers to help small businesses grow.
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Amiel Jelinek is a full-time Mortgage Broker located in Waterdown, ON, offering mortgage services all across Canada. Along with his Mortgage Broker license, Amiel also has a Bachelor of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Waterloo and holds a non-practicing Professional Engineers license with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO).
Join us as we discuss what's happening in the world of Multi-Family & Commercial Mortgages, how to be a successful investor in this market, and what is an insured Commercial mortgage vs. uninsured.
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Bianca Del Bois is a Digital Marketing/Branding professional with The Windrose Group who is passionate about helping companies build brand awareness through thoughtful communications.
Join us as we discuss strategies to market to customers vs. business and referral partners, tips for the best online events & webinars, and branding.
Mortgage Matters with Gretchen Podcast
Gretchen Casey is a seasoned Mortgage Agent - Level 2 with over two decades of service in the mortgage industry. Based in Oshawa, Ontario, she extends her expertise nationwide through the Pineapple brokerage, catering to clients across Canada. With a commitment to securing the ideal mortgage solutions, Gretchen thrives on facilitating homeownership and investment property ventures while ensuring significant cost savings for her clients. With a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Michigan, she combines her profound understanding of human behaviour with her years of industry experience to help as many people as possible, specializing in assisting self-employed individuals and those who face challenges securing a mortgage.
Gretchen's unwavering dedication and exemplary performance have earned her prestigious accolades, including the 2023 Pineapple Group Award, recognizing her among the top 10% in revenue, volume, and units. Consistently acknowledged for her outstanding service, she has been honoured with the Three Best Rated Award for four consecutive years. While Gretchen takes great pride in her numerous awards, her most significant source of pride lies in the countless individuals she has had the privilege of assisting throughout her career.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Gretchen finds fulfillment in reading, self-exploration, and travel, and she cherishes quality time with her loved ones. A compassionate advocate for mental health, she actively supports organizations like Ontario Shores and Luke's Place, reflecting her deep-seated commitment to giving back to her community.