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Silverton Speaker Series

Join Silverton Mortgage each month for an informative webinar covering a variety of industry topics designed to help you succeed. From mortgage loan programs to current market trends, let us provide you with the tools to keep you and your clients informed.  

Each month, we’ll update our website with a new speaker and topic. Simply register with the link provided. Our webinars are short yet packed with relevant industry-related content – perfect for your busy life. There is a Q&A session that is open to all participants and a short recap video that you can access afterward.  

Don’t miss an opportunity to gain valuable insights from top mortgage professionals!

Please register for our upcoming webinars below:

UPCOMING WEBINAR:

“The Originator’s Playbook – Strategies from the Nation’s Best” with Jim Davis

JUNE 2025 | REGISTRATION COMING SOON

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Episode 1 | February 2025

From Stress to Success: Developing the Mental Skills to thrive in High-Stakes Deals

Stress, rejection, and last-minute surprises can take a toll on anyone in real estate or sales. But with the right tools, you can build resilience and become mentally fit to tackle anything that comes your way!

In an exclusive webcast featuring Dr. Seth Hickerson, a mental fitness expert working with elite performers in high-pressure environments, you will learn about how to strengthen your mind and build resilience, what tools to use to stay focused and confident when facing unexpected challenges, and specific techniques to manage stress and improve your daily performance. This session is designed for real estate agents, loan originators, and industry professionals looking to elevate their careers and well-being.

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Episode 4 | December 2024

Navigating the 2025 Mortgage Industry: The Return of Homebuyers

Are you prepared for the next wave of homebuyers? 2025 is just around the corner and understanding how to navigate this evolving real estate and mortgage industry will be key to staying ahead. Join us for an in-depth discussion with industry leader Terry Aiken, Managing Director at MGIC, as he shares insights on the trends, challenges, and opportunities that will define the future of home buying.

In this episode, learn about what’s driving the return of homebuyers in 2025, key shifts in the industry and what they mean for lenders, buyers, and sellers, and strategies for staying competitive in a changing market. This is a must-hear event for mortgage professionals, real estate agents, and anyone interested in the future of homeownership. Register now to gain expert insights and ask your burning questions during this episode of the Silverton Speaker Series.  

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Episode 3 | August 2024

Get a Handle IG: How to Optimize & Grow Your Insta Presence

We delve into the intricacies of leveraging Instagram to boost your business. Our esteemed speakers, Corey and Alicia Maddox, bring a wealth of experience and insights that are sure to elevate your social media game. In the first section, Alicia discusses the comparative strengths and weaknesses of Instagram and highlights the initial steps she took to establish her presence on the platform. Moving into personal branding, you’ll learn about Alicia’s strategies for balancing business and personal content, utilizing Instagram’s various features, and the importance of analytics. We explore engagement tactics, where Alicia shares her successful strategies for creating a community, collaborating with like-minded accounts, and maintaining consistency in her posting schedule. Finally, we look ahead to future trends in Instagram, with Alicia’s insights on how to stay ahead in the ever-evolving social media landscape. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable tips and actionable strategies to enhance your Instagram presence.

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Episode 2 | May 2024

Trends & Trust: How to Connect with the Prospective Gen-Z Homebuyers

With Gen Z hopping on the homebuying train, they are redefining the course of the housing industry and bringing new characteristics to the market.  How do we approach this new generation of homeowners?  Blake Boss, a “Gen-Z Guru”, is passionate about empowering the growing next generation of homebuyers to make informed decisions when it comes to purchasing their first homes and bringing a new perspective to the mortgage industry for loan officers.  It is crucial to understand this social media-driven age and bridge the generational gap.  Learn how to build stronger relationships and refine your strategies to create personalized approaches to these tech savvy and diverse homebuyers and thrive in an ever-evolving market.

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Episode 1 | February 2024

Maximizing Tax Efficiency In Real Estate Transactions

By strategically navigating the intricacies of tax laws, real estate professionals can unlock significant benefits for their clients. This includes optimizing deductions, leveraging tax credits, and employing efficient structures for transactions. For real estate agents, showcasing expertise in tax-efficient strategies can enhance client trust and satisfaction, ultimately attracting more business. Potential borrowers stand to gain by minimizing their tax liabilities, freeing up resources for further investment, or improving cash flow. In a landscape where every dollar matters, understanding and implementing tax-efficient practices in real estate transactions can prove to be a powerful advantage for both agents and borrowers alike.

Join us as our guest speaker, Ashish Acharya as he shares how to maximize tax efficiency in real estate transactions. Don’t miss out on this exclusive opportunity to hear from one of the industry’s leading experts as he chats with Silverton Mortgage’s Corey Knight!

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Episode 4 | November 2023

Expand. Build. Attract & Close. How To Leverage Your Social Media Effectively

In today’s digital age, social media offers real estate professionals a multitude of benefits. A powerful platform to showcase properties through visually appealing photos and videos, instantly reaching a wide and engaged audience. The exposure not only attracts potential buyers but also fosters connections with other professionals in the industry. It allows agents to establish their expertise and credibility by sharing valuable insights and market updates. By consistently delivering helpful content, trust can be built with their followers, positioning themselves as go-to resources for real estate. Networking is another significant advantage. The platforms facilitate connections with clients, fellow real estate professionals, and complementary businesses. These relationships can lead to referrals and collaborations, expanding one’s client base and opportunities for success.

Join us as our guest speaker, Alicia Maddox, shares how to leverage your social media effectively in a highly competitive industry like real estate. Being active on social media can be the key to staying relevant, building a strong brand, and achieving greater success.

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Episode 3 | September 2023

How Rate Increases Have Impacted Affordable Lending

The upward trajectory of increasing interest rates has had a notable impact on the landscape of affordable housing. Zach Ragland, Advisor | Affordable Lending at Fannie Mae shares his insights on how rate increases have impacted affordable housing and what may be expected in the coming months.

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Episode 2 | June 2023

What Real Estate Agents Should Know About New Construction

Selling new construction homes is a whole new ball game compared to existing ones, and it demands patience and determination from agents.  Get ready to soak up some valuable wisdom from Geoff Shiley, the esteemed President of Mungo Homes, as he unveils the secrets behind successfully navigating the world of new construction homes. Don’t miss out on this enlightening session!

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Episode 1 | February 2023

How To Succeed In Today’s Real Estate Market

As the market continues to be highly competitive, Kansas City’s top Real Estate agent, Rob Ellerman shares his insight and tips on how to succeed in today’s real estate market. Last year, he and his team did $877.5M in volume and sold over 2,000 homes last year, alone!

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October 2022 Episode

Understanding RESPA for Real Estate Agents

Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA), was created to assist homeowners in becoming better educated while shopping for real estate services as well as eliminating kickbacks and referral fees, which add unnecessary costs to settlement services. In this month’s Speaker Series, our SVP, Compliance, Cyndi Dexter, will discuss the ins and outs of this law to help you fully understand the best way to utilize your relationships with mortgage loan originators and your clients while staying compliant.

September 2022 Episode

Preparing Your Clients for a Stress-Free Closing 

When your customers begin the mortgage process, it is with one goal in mind – making it to closing day. Getting the keys to their new home is the most rewarding part of the homebuying experience and we want to help get them there as stress-free as possible. Let our Senior Director of Operations, Marisa Berfield, share with you the best practices to ensure that your soon-to-be homeowners are on the right track to a smooth closing.

August 2022 Episode

Digital vs. In-Person Marketing for Agents – Finding the Right Balance

Social media, digital strategy, and advertising – oh, my! The real estate world is always on the move and knowing where to effectively put your energy into marketing yourself is key to staying top of mind with your potential clients. Join us as our Director of Marketing, Alexandra Howell, discusses the best and most effective ways to utilize your marketing resources so that your leads turn into buyers.

July 2022 Episode

Homeownership Is Still the American Dream 

Homeownership remains a priority for many Americans. Join us as our Executive Vice President of Sales, Dan Dadoun, discusses rate options, loan programs, and other avenues to make homeownership within reach for your potential buyers.

June 2022 Episode

Closing the Homeownership Gap

Although some housing programs have increased African American homeownership rates, they have not effectively tackled four key market gaps that continue to keep homeownership low in these communities. Join us as our Senior Director of Credit, Bama DeMarks, shares important insights into what these gaps are and what can be done to help remedy the issue.

May 2022 Episode

The Future of Mortgages is Here

We’ll walk you through some of the most current trends in the mortgage world including how remote work is giving buyers more options, what the gig economy means in terms of financing your home, and the rise of desktop appraisals and eClosings.

April 2022 Episode

Market Updates for 2022

In an ever-changing housing market, let us help you make sense of it all. Join us we share valuable insights into what you may be able to expect throughout the rest of the year.

March 2022 Episode

Let’s Build Something Together – Renovation Lending

Learn the advantages of Renovation Lending, the value of renovation vs. buying and the benefits of a Reno loan through Silverton Mortgage.

February 2022 Episode

Agents: The 3 “Knows” of Real Estate Growth

Know your value, know your market, and know your marketing: a brief guide for agents to grow their real estate business.

January 2022 Episode

A focus on 2022 mortgage trends, including interest rates, home prices, affordable housing, and market trends.