In this episode of The Mortgage Edge Podcast, David sits down with Rio Grande Valley realtor Vanessa Cantu to talk about her inspiring journey from educator to top-producing agent and builder.

Vanessa shares how she turned setbacks into success, built her business organically, and helps families achieve the dream of homeownership.

Tune in to hear her insights on today’s market, balancing motherhood and real estate, and why passion and perseverance still drive her every day.

Vanessa Cantu
Keller Williams
956-970-2851
@vanessacantu_realtor
vcanturealtor.kw.com

🏠 From Semi-Truck Driver to $15M in Real Estate Sales in Just One Year
Meet Kevin Marquez – a 23-year-old Cuban immigrant who came to Houston 3 years ago with nothing but a dream.

In August 2024, he got his real estate license.
Fast forward 12 months: 75+ transactions closed. $15M+ in sales. 5 team members.

Most 20-year veterans don't hit these numbers. So what's his secret?
✅ Homemade Facebook/Instagram ads that convert
✅ 100% focus on the Hispanic community
✅ Deep knowledge of financing (he pre-qualifies clients himself)
✅ Specializes in new builds with builder incentives
✅ Building rapport and trust with every interaction

Kevin doesn't just sell houses – he understands his clients' journey because he lived it.
In this episode, he breaks down:
📍 Exactly how he generates leads with FB ads (and why "professional" videos don't work)
📍 The questions he asks EVERY client before showing a property
📍 Why 80% of his business is new construction
📍 How he built a team that lets him close multiple deals simultaneously

This is what's possible when you find your niche, master your craft, and go all in.

🎧 Full episode link in bio

#RealEstateSuccess #HoustonRealtor #ImmigrantStory #RealEstateTips #FirstYearAgent #RealtorLife #HoustonHomes #MortgageEdgePodcast

Meet Hailey Sutter from Amarillo, TX - the realtor who REFUSED to follow the "it takes 2-3 years to get going" rule!

🔥 Her secret? PURE HUSTLE:
📞 4 hours of cold calls EVERY DAY for 2 years
📋 Expired listings & FSBO calls
🎯 17 transactions in year 1 → 67 by year 3
💪 Shut down her massage business with 800 clients to go all-in

What makes her different:
✅ Brutally honest with market data
✅ Gets multiple offers while others sit 90+ days ✅ Works with investors AND first-time buyers
✅ Does virtual showings for out-of-state clients

💡 Her advice: "Business doesn't fall in your lap - you've got to GO GET IT"

Currently ranked #7-8 in Amarillo with a goal of 100 rental doors for early retirement 🏡

Ready to level up your real estate game?

#RealEstate #ColdCalling #Success #Amarillo #Texas #RealEstateAgent #Hustle #PropertyInvesting

Meet Sarah Sikora - 30 years in mortgages and still loving it! From helping parents buy their first home to now working with their kids, she's seen it all.

Her secret? "I know a little bit about a lot - just enough to be dangerous" 😄

Whether it's your first home or your fifth, purchase or refinance, Sarah and the Velocity team have you covered under one roof.

Ready to make your homeownership dreams happen? 👆 Link in bio

Sarah Sikora
@the_mortgageboss
(469) 461-4791
sarah.sikora@clicknclose.com

#MortgageExpert #HomeLoans #RealEstate #VelocityPodcast #ClickAndClose #Bilingual #HomeBuying #Refinance

Meet Kris Garcia - our top loan officer who's been crushing it for 10 years straight! 💪

From working claims at United Healthcare to becoming a VA loan expert, Kris shares:
✨ The moment his manager said "maybe you just don't have it" - and how that sparked his incredible journey
🏠 The emotional closing that reminded him WHY he does this work
🇺🇸 His passion for helping veterans achieve homeownership
🧩 Why mortgages are like puzzles (and why he loves solving them!)

"Sometimes some people have it and some people don't. Maybe you just don't have it." - That's all Kris needed to hear to prove everyone wrong. 🔥

#VelocityPodcast #MortgageProfessional #VALoans #Success Story #Motivation #RealEstate #LoanOfficer #HomeownershipJourney

Join us for an inspiring spotlight episode with Victor Contreras, one of our senior mortgage loan originators celebrating his 10th year in the industry. From escaping the corporate rat race to helping families achieve homeownership dreams, Victor shares his personal journey and philosophy of putting client education first.

In this candid conversation, Victor discusses:
- His transition from account manager to mortgage professional
- Why education is the key to eliminating the "fear of the unknown" in home buying
- A heartwarming story about helping a family member buy her first home for just $1,500 out of pocket
- The importance of building lasting client relationships beyond the closing table
- Common misconceptions about mortgages (spoiler: you don't need 20% down!)

Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, considering a refinance, or just curious about the mortgage process, this episode offers valuable insights from someone who truly cares about making homeownership accessible to everyone.

Plus, stick around for our fun rapid-fire questions where Victor reveals his preference for cheeseburgers over pizza and shares the touching story of his first car!

Restaurant manager to REAL ESTATE ROCKSTAR 🚀 This is Greg's story and it's about to blow your mind!

Greg's formula for success? It's not complicated:
✨ Mindset over everything
✨ Manifestation with ACTION
✨ Service before selling
✨ Say YES to scary opportunities

His first listing? A personal connection that sold for 1.2 MILLION! 🤯 But Greg's not stopping there - he's all about lifting others up too. From webinars for first-time buyers to mentoring future agents, this guy gets that success shared is success multiplied.

The restaurant industry taught him hustle. Real estate taught him heart. Combined? Pure magic!

'I just do simple things every day' - Greg's reminder that consistency beats perfection EVERY. SINGLE. TIME.

Your pandemic pivot story could be next! What opportunity are you ready to say YES to? Drop it in the comments! 👇

#RealEstate #Mindset #Manifestation #CareerTransition #RealtorLife #Success #Mentorship #PandemicPivot #Oregon #PersonalGrowth

She moved states with no network — and built a thriving real estate career. 💥

In this inspiring episode of The Mortgage Edge Podcast, Alexandra Heard shares how she went from social services to selling homes — and why genuine client relationships were her secret weapon. 🏡✨

🔑 What you’ll learn:
✅ Why attitude is everything in a shifting market
✅ How Alexandra educated hesitant buyers and earned their trust
✅ The emotional power of her first deal
✅ What it really takes to start over and win

Whether you’re new to the game or thinking about a big move, this one’s for you. 💬

#RealEstateSuccess #MortgageEdgePodcast #RealEstateTips #WomenInRealEstate #AlexandraHeard #RealtorJourney #HousingMarketInsights