The Mortgage Game

Episodes

284
Sept. 29, 2025

284: Rate Shoppers Aren't the Problem, You Are

In this episode, I discuss the need for brokers to evolve their strategies and focus on client pain points, ultimately positioning yourself as the key to client success. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's ...
283
Sept. 12, 2025

283: The Silent Skill That Can Make or Break a Mortgage Broker

In this episode, I discuss the critical skill of setting expectations with clients, and the necessity of proactive communication in running a successful mortgage business. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley'...
282
Sept. 4, 2025

282: What Brokers Say vs. What They Do

In this episode, I share the journey of mortgage brokering, identifying patterns in new agents, the necessity of full-time dedication, and the evolving landscape of social media for business growth. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedI...
281
Aug. 19, 2025

281: Why Brokers Are Losing Deals Right Now

In this episode, I share why brokers are losing so many deals right now, the need for mortgage brokers to adapt to changing market conditions, and the significance of understanding client pain points to be successful. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 R...
280
July 31, 2025

280: Are You in a Mortgage Funk?

In this episode, I deliver a powerful wake-up call for mortgage professionals feeling overwhelmed by industry challenges, and how your business is exactly where it should be based on the choices you have made. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wile...
279
July 24, 2025

279: To Niche or Not to Niche

In this episode, I discuss the critical importance of defining a niche in the mortgage industry, because without a clear niche, brokers risk becoming irrelevant in a crowded market. I explain the need for specialization, the pros and cons of various strategies, and the significance of building a brand around personal strengths. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! ...
278
July 17, 2025

278: You're Not Stuck. You're Just Invisible.

In this episode, I discuss how you're putting your time, money, and energy into the wrong things in your business, and where you should be investing to give yourself career longevity. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤...
277
July 10, 2025

277: The Industry Changed. They Didn't. Welcome to the Broken Brokerage.

In this episode, I discuss the importance of the necessity of transparency in brokerages, understanding your splits & financial numbers, and why you need to take control of your business. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWil...
276
June 26, 2025

276: What I'd Do If I Had to Start Over in 2025

In this episode, I share how I would approach mortgage brokering in 2025, building a direct-to-consumer mortgage business and moving away from traditional realtor-dependent models. I outline a comprehensive marketing strategy that includes social media engagement, content creation, and webinars to educate potential clients. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** ...
275
June 19, 2025

275: How to Turn Content Into Booked Calls

In this episode, I share the exact steps you need to do to turn your social media content into booked calls, including the tools needed to succeed. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: @RyanWiley *...
274
June 6, 2025

274: You Can't Build a Broker's Business on Bankers Hours

In this episode, I share why I've turned away 60% of people who've wanted to join Team Wiley, and the key red flags I look for which signal a lack of fit. I also challenge the "clock-out" mentality, cautioning against complacency, and why you should rethink your approach to work-life balance if you're wanting to have a successful mortgage business. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our ...
273
May 22, 2025

273: Do Brokers Even Need a CRM?

In this episode, I share why a CRM will not make a difference for your business, breaking down what people think a CRM does for their business, what a CRM actually does, and alternative tools you can use for a more simple, customized approach to client management which lead to improved productivity and profitability in your business. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & m...
272
May 16, 2025

272: Why Brokers Suck at Social Media (And How to Fix It)

In this episode, I share one of my biggest pet peeves and how it's affecting your business, and why your social media is not getting you business like it should. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook...
271
April 24, 2025

271: How He 10x'd His Business: The 2.7M to 40M Broker

In this episode, we're joined by Scott Sarai. Scott is a Mortgage Broker at SGS Mortgages from Maple Ridge, BC, who's a part of Team Wiley at Tango while also still being a full-time firefighter. After spending time as a broker, Scott started a fulfillment business working for other brokers, which ended up eroding his passion for mortgages. With plans to exit the industry entirely, a game-changing conversation with Ryan led to giving his business 6 more months of life. Now with a renewed mindse...
270
April 17, 2025

270: What is the Secret Sauce?

In this episode, I share the secret sauce when it comes to being a successful broker, and how some people have it, and some people don't. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: @RyanWiley ***
269
April 10, 2025

269: The Niche Broker... 27M, 20-Hour Weeks, & 8 Vacations

In this episode, we're joined by Sylvia Ho. Sylvia, the "cash damming queen", is a Mortgage Broker from the Greater Toronto Area in Ontario, who has revolutionized her mortgage business after over 2 decades in the industry by exclusively focusing on rental cash damming over the past 2 years. Her transformation from a generalist to a specialist showcases how focusing on a specific niche can lead to both professional success and personal fulfillment, as she now manages to take vacations every 6 w...
268
April 3, 2025

268: The Secret Mortgage Agent

In this episode, I challenge mortgage professionals to overcome their tendency to stay under the radar, and instead actively promote their expertise within their communities by proactively networking, building a brand, and engaging with their sphere of influence to build trust and generate more referrals. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON...
267
March 27, 2025

267: How Much is Isolation Tax Costing You?

In this episode, I share how much the isolation tax is costing you in your personal life and in your business, and what you need to to do get out of that debt. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Facebook: ...
266
March 13, 2025

266: How to Weaponize Your Calendar

In this episode, I share why you need to stop overcomplicating your business and instead use simple streamlined processes, including how to leverage your calendar as a powerful productivity tool. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: ...
265
March 6, 2025

265: Ask Yourself This One Question...

In this episode, I share 1 question you need to ask yourself to set your framework for your business, as a way to quickly correct your mindset to keep you on the right path. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wile...
264
Feb. 26, 2025

264: 2 Massive Mistakes Brokers Make 99% of the Time

In this episode, I share 2 massive mistakes I see brokers make all the time that have a huge impact on their business, and what you can do to mitigate these mistakes moving forward. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 R...
263
Feb. 14, 2025

263: The Secret Weapon Behind My Success as a Broker

In this episode, I share my number 1 superpower that transformed my mortgage business when I was a broker, consistency, and how being consistently average beats being sporadically brilliant and leads to long-term success. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley...
262
Feb. 12, 2025

262: The Smoke & Mirrors of the Mortgage Industry

In this episode, I share my frustration with the "recycled bullshit" that the Canadian mortgage industry is built upon, how I'm redefining the brokerage experience, and why Team Wiley is a 1 of 1 opportunity for brokers and agents. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @ia...
261
Feb. 6, 2025

261: Let's F%$ing Go!

In this episode, I share the issue that brokers and agents are having with prospecting, and a refreshingly simple, effective strategy you can do to get more business. *** Visit www.iamryanwiley.com to stay up to date on all things Mortgage Game, learn more about Team Wiley, PLUS sign up for coaching, events, our newsletter, & more! *** CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL 📸 Ryan Wiley's Instagram: @iamryanwiley 🎵 Ryan Wiley's TikTok: @iamryanwiley 🔗 Ryan Wiley's LinkedIn: @RyanWiley 👤 Ryan Wiley's Fac...
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