Rates have dipped to 6.77%, Jerome Powell hinted at more cuts, and market sentiment is finally shifting… but are YOU ready to move when the moment hits?

In this week’s episode, Andy and Will break down three trending topics every homebuyer, homeowner, and real estate pro needs to understand right now:

🔥 1. Should you get pre-approved now or wait for rates to drop further?
🔑 2. Why “nepo buyers” (gifted down payments from family) are changing the game
💻 3. Zillow's new listing policy: transparency play or power grab?

Plus: A heartbreaking real-life story of a buyer who wasn’t ready and missed out on a life-changing deal — and how you can avoid the same mistake.

💡 Here’s what we cover:
✅ How just a 0.25% rate drop could save you $200+ per month
✅ Why being prepared early gives buyers a massive competitive edge
✅ The rise of intergenerational wealth in real estate (and how to tap into it)
✅ House hacking, co-signing, ADUs, and creative buying in 2025
✅ How Zillow’s new policy impacts pocket listings, MLS, and sellers
✅ What this all means for YOU — whether you're buying, selling, or refinancing

Whether you're a first-time buyer, market watcher, or seasoned investor, this episode is packed with strategies and real-world insight to help you win in today’s housing market.

💬 Got thoughts on Zillow’s new rules or nepo buying? Drop a comment below!
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📩 Want to get pre-approved or explore your options? Reach out to us directly!

In this week’s Mortgage Heroes Podcast, we tackle some of the hottest and most controversial real estate topics of Summer 2025 — including new ADU rules in San Diego, home improvement loan pros & cons, and the Fed’s decision to hold rates steady (again).

Whether you’re a homeowner, investor, or first-time buyer, this episode brings the insights and real talk you need to navigate today’s market with confidence.

🧠 What we cover:
✅ San Diego’s major changes to the ADU bonus program
✅ Why investors and residents are clashing over density and parking
✅ How to use ADUs the smart way (without angering your neighbors)
✅ Best home improvement loans of June 2025 — when to use them vs. a HELOC
✅ Fed keeps rates flat — what it means for mortgages, credit cards & auto loans
✅ How inflation data and political pressure are impacting future rate cuts
✅ Why now might be the BEST time to get a HELOC or refinance your debt

Plus: Insightful banter, birthday shoutouts 🎉, and a fresh perspective on how you can build smarter — not just bigger — in today’s evolving housing market.

💬 What’s your take on the new ADU caps in San Diego?
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Is a HELOC your smartest financial move right now? 🤔
Are we finally entering a buyer-friendly housing market?
And what’s really driving the spike in mortgage applications this summer?
In this week’s episode of the Mortgage Heroes Weekly Podcast, Andy and Brian break down everything you NEED to know heading into summer 2025 — from debt consolidation strategies to real estate market shifts that could shape your next big money move. 📈🏡

Here’s what we cover:

✅ When a HELOC does (and doesn’t) make sense
✅ How changing financial behavior is the key to long-term freedom
✅ Why rising inventory doesn’t equal falling prices (yet)
✅ A 4.3% forecasted price growth — explained
✅ Creative ways homeowners are building wealth with ADUs and garage conversions
✅ What the mortgage demand spike really means
✅ Why now might be the best time to act before the market shifts again

If you're a homeowner, first-time buyer, or real estate pro trying to stay ahead of the market — this episode is packed with clarity, truth, and tactics you can use right now.

🎧 Watch the full episode
👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments.
📲 Want to talk about your HELOC or homebuying options? Reach out!

🔥 From Hustle to High Ranks: How Austen Tucker is Winning in Mortgage & Real Estate Young 💼🏠

What does it really take to succeed as a young entrepreneur in the mortgage and real estate space?

In this episode of Friends of Mortgage Heroes, we sit down with Austen Tucker, one of the most charismatic, honest, and high-performing loan officers in the nation — all before 30. From grinding through his early 20s to now running a top-performing branch at eMortgage Capital, Austin gets real about:

✅ Breaking into the industry as a young hustler
✅ The reality of building a business vs. chasing the check
✅ How growing up with a serial entrepreneur dad shaped his mindset
✅ Balancing grind, growth, and real-life stress
✅ His new mission to build a community of young, driven professionals through podcasting

Whether you're an aspiring real estate agent, loan officer, or just a young entrepreneur looking for a real, raw take on what it takes to win — this episode is for you.

👇 Drop a comment if Austen inspired you.

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📲 Follow Austin on Instagram: @‌austendoesloans

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🎙️ How June the Realtor Beat the Odds & Built a Real Estate Brand from Scratch | Friends Mortgage Heroes

In this raw, real, and powerful episode of Friends at Mortgage Heroes, we sit down with June Malan, better known as June the Realtor — CEO, podcaster, father, and one of San Diego’s rising real estate voices.

From being kicked out of his dad’s house at 17, living in a halfway home, and closing loans while sleeping in his car… to launching his own real estate business and podcast, June's story is all about grit, grace, and God.

💥 In this episode:

- June’s unlikely entry into real estate at 18 with no experience
- His battle with burnout and the moment he almost gave up
- Taking multiple leaps of faith: From lender to realtor to podcaster
- Why becoming a dad changed everything
- How his show “The JTR Show” is giving back and empowering the community

🙌 Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just need to hear a story of perseverance and faith, this is for YOU.

📈 June’s story proves that you don’t need to have it all figured out — just the courage to start and the heart to keep going.

🔔 Subscribe for more powerful conversations that inspire change and celebrate the heroes among us.

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Are you ready to buy a home in 2025? 🏠 Whether you're a first-time buyer or just haven't purchased in a while, this episode of the Mortgage Heroes Podcast breaks down the Top 10 Critical Steps you need to take to become a successful homeowner this year. From credit scores and budgeting to picking the right loan and real estate agent — we cover it all.

In today’s market, preparation is power. The game has changed, and the smartest buyers are the ones who plan ahead. This video is loaded with up-to-date advice, practical tools, and real-world examples to help you navigate the home buying process with confidence.

🔔 Subscribe now and join thousands of smart buyers preparing for homeownership in 2025.

📩 Got questions? Drop a comment or DM us — we're here to help guide you from start to keys in hand!

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🎙️ From Marine Corps to Real Estate: The Cowboy Hat Guy's Journey. In this episode of Friends Mortgage Heroes, we sit down with U.S. Marine veteran, full-time cowboy, and rising real estate star Xavier Zamora — better known as The Cowboy Hat Guy. From a childhood shaped by military life to building a purpose-driven career post-service, Xavier opens up about the struggles, sacrifices, and lessons that shaped his journey.

🏡 Learn how Xavier transitioned from boots to business, carrying his "give a f*** factor" into the world of real estate, and why authenticity and hustle set him apart. Whether it’s growing up with a military father, sleeping in fighting holes, or playing mariachi gigs as a teen, Xavier's story is raw, inspiring, and real.

💥 What You'll Hear:
- Why he joined the Marines — and what he learned about his father in doing so
- Transitioning from active duty to civilian life through SkillBridge
- His advice to military vets and first-time homebuyers
- How mariachi music, cowboy culture, and service mentality shaped his brand
- The leadership failure that changed how he treats others forever

📈 Plus: Real talk on the current real estate market and how Xavier plans to help 200,000 families become homeowners by 2035.

🔥 Don’t miss this authentic, unfiltered conversation with a man who's rewriting what it means to serve.

👉 LIKE, COMMENT, & SUBSCRIBE to stay connected with more stories that inspire action and transformation.

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