The Mordeau Mortgage Podcast
Mortgage Loan Officers and entrepreneurs, Matt Morrell and Jason Thibodeau, share industry insights and chat with other dedicated professionals. Our goal is to provide meaningful education and value to the consumer and Real Estate professional alike.
JMJ Financial Group, NMLS ID# 167867
Episodes
86 episodes
Ep.86 The Truth About Marketing, AI, and Why Most Realtors Are Doing It Wrong
Is running ads really the answer, or are most businesses focusing on the wrong thing?In this conversation, Jason sits down with Ryan Hayes to unpack one of the biggest misconceptions in modern marketing, the idea that paid ads are the m...
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Episode 86
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43:58
Ep.85 The Hidden Network Behind Boise’s Top Real Estate
What happens when real estate becomes about more than transactions?In this episode, Matt sits down with Tim Ganley of Boise Real Producers to talk about community, leadership, storytelling, and the deeper purpose behind bringing top rea...
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Episode 85
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30:02
Ep.84 What Nobody Tells You About Divorce and Real Estate
Selling a Home During Divorce, What Most People Don’t KnowDivorce is already emotional. Adding a home sale on top of it can make everything feel even heavier.In this conversation, Jason sits down with Lori McShane of Equity Unio...
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Episode 84
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54:54
Ep.83 From California to Boise Building a Property Management Business With Purpose
What does it really take to start over in a new state and build a business from the ground up?In this episode, Matt sits down with Kyle of Keyrenter Boise to talk about his path from California manufacturing sales into property manageme...
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Episode 83
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41:25
Ep.82 The Biggest First Time Buyer Mistake In 2026
Feeling scared, overwhelmed, or “semi broke” as a first time homebuyer is more common than people admit.In this conversation, I sit down with Matt Welch to talk about what really helps buyers move forward, even when the market feels con...
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Episode 82
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30:10
Ep.81 The Real Reason Most People Struggle With Confidence
Some journeys are about changing countries.Others are about discovering who you are.In this episode, Oleg Superov shares his path from Russia to the United States, and how that journey shaped not only his dance career but his philos...
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Episode 81
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39:26
Ep.80 The Matrix, Alien Invasions and The Housing Market
Is the housing market really heading for a crash, or is the data telling a very different story?In this episode, Jason sits down with housing economist Steven Thomas to break down what’s actually happening with interest rates, home valu...
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Episode 80
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51:33
Ep.79 Building Wealth Through Real Estate Starts With Action, Not Perfect Timing
In this engaging conversation, Beatrix Whipple, founder of the Whipple Group, shares her journey from a background in competitive running to building a successful career in real estate.Beatrix talks about how personal experiences, disci...
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Episode 79
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40:40
Ep.78 Mortgage Lending in 2026 Is More Precise, Not Harder
In this episode of The Mortgage Lounge, I’m joined by Ashley Griffin as we break down what’s really changing in mortgage lending as we head into 2026, and what real estate agents and buyers need to understand to stay ahead.Lending hasn’...
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Episode 78
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24:01
Ep.77 The Truth About Construction, Design, and Property Value
In this conversation with Gonzalo, we get into what really separates a good project from a great one — and it has nothing to do with cutting corners. Gonzalo grew up in a family of builders, and that foundation shows in the way he approaches ev...
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Episode 77
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47:36
Ep.76 The Real Estate Market Is Moving Fast, Here’s What Agents Need to Know
In this conversation with Lisa, we dive into a mix of topics that all point back to one theme: community and connection are everything in real estate.We talk about the car show concept we’ve been building, why events like this matter fo...
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Episode 76
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25:54
Ep.75 Why Preparation Matters More Than Timing in Real Estate
In this conversation with Justine, we unpack what it really looks like to buy your first home — the questions people are afraid to ask, the confusion around financing, and the real-world strategies that actually help you get into a property wit...
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Episode 75
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48:17
Ep.74 Building Stories: The Journey of Story Builders
In this conversation, the founders of Story Builders, Shelby Paget and Dennis, discuss their journey in establishing a home building company in the Treasure Valley. They share insights on their backgrounds, the importance of faith in their busi...
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Episode 74
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43:12
Ep.73 It’s Not About Mortgage,It’s About Mindset
In this conversation with Coach Beez, better known as The Jump Shot Doc — we talk about more than just basketball. We dig into mindset, parenting, mental health, and how performance on the court reflects performance in life.Coach Beez sh...
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Episode 73
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26:46
Ep.72 Real Talk The OC Market, Mortgage Rates, and a $9M CDM View You Have to See
Ever wonder what’s really happening in the Orange County housing market? In this episode of The Mortgage Lounge, we cut through the noise and explain what’s actually driving home prices, buyer behavior, and mortgage rates in 2025.Kevin ...
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Episode 72
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35:34
Ep.71 Credit, Connection & Compassion: The Side of Mortgages You Don’t Hear About
Nov 5, 2025 | In this conversation with Ashley Griffin, we talk about the real side of the mortgage business — not just the numbers, but the people, the pressure, and the purpose behind it all. This industry can be a grind, and sometimes we for...
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Episode 71
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48:13
Ep.70 Government Shutdown, Soaring Rates & AI Tools: The Future of Buying and Selling Homes
I sat down with Lauren Roberts from RE/MAX Select One to break down what’s really happening in today’s real estate market—and trust me, it’s a mix of chaos and opportunity.We dive into how the government shutdown is slowing down FHA and...
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Episode 70
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44:03
Ep.69 AI for Loan Officers & Realtors Rucking, Resilience & Your New Second Brain
Oct 15, 2025 | I’m sitting down with my teammate (and brother from another mother) Paul Miller to get real about AI in lending & real estate, emotional regulation in a high-stakes business, and why his 17.2-mile ruck for his 60th birthday c...
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Episode 69
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43:14
Ep.68 Real Estate Diversification, Customer Service and Why Movies Still Matter
Sep 28, 2025 | In this episode, I sit down for one of those conversations that takes us everywhere—from the housing market to pop culture, wine tastings, and even road rage. We talk about how real estate trends are shifting, what interest rates...
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Episode 68
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1:17:58
Ep.67 Why Awareness and Integrity Matter in Business & Life
Sep 26, 2025 | In this episode, I sit down with my good friend Paul Gorman to have one of the most meaningful conversations we’ve shared on the channel. We dive deep into the world of financial services, but more importantly, into the human sid...
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Episode 67
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48:53
Ep.66 Bridge Loans & Backup Contracts: The Secret to Stress-Free Moves
Sep 17, 2025 | In this episode, Angie and I dive into a challenge so many homeowners are facing right now—feeling landlocked by their low mortgage rates. It’s tough to think about moving when your current payment is unbeatable, but your family ...
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Episode 66
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7:47
Ep.65 Big Tax Breaks & Bigger Problems: CPAs, AI & Real Estate Wealth
Sep 10, 2025 | In this episode, I sit down with Gabriel to unpack the challenges and opportunities shaping the CPA world today. From the growing shortage of new talent in accounting to the rise of AI, we explore what’s changing—and what will al...
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Episode 65
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35:44
Ep.64 Building a Legacy: How Family, Grit & Strategy Shape Success
Sep 6, 2025 | I sit down with my dad, Paul, to reflect on our family’s journey through entrepreneurship. From the chaotic early days of building a business to the pivotal lessons in quality, customer service, and perseverance, this conversation...
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Episode 64
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Ep.63 Reverse Mortgages Uncovered: Freedom or Financial Trap?
Sep 4, 2025 | In this episode, Mike and I unpack two big topics on everyone’s mind: what the Fed might do with interest rates and how reverse mortgages actually work for today’s retirees. We break down common myths (no, the bank doesn’t “take y...
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Episode 63
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25:51
Ep.62 Burnout Boundaries & Breakthroughs Therapy Lessons Realtors Need Now
Aug 30, 2025 | In this episode, I open up about something different — not interest rates or housing trends, but something that every realtor, loan officer, and entrepreneur silently battles: mental health.I sit down with my therapist, C...
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Episode 62
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