Mortgage Daddies

Vernon Miles & Craig Snell
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Join Vernon Miles and Craig Snell, leaders in the mortgage and home loan industry, as they navigate the intricate world of loans and family life with a refreshing dose of humor, camaraderie, and practical advice.

  1. Building Multiple Businesses Before 33: Chris Mongeon, Peak Real Estate Company | Mortgage Daddies

    Jun 23

    Building Multiple Businesses Before 33: Chris Mongeon, Peak Real Estate Company | Mortgage Daddies

    Chris Mongeon runs a real estate brokerage, two Dunkin' franchises, and is launching a charter fishing business - and somehow, he still has time to join us on our show! Chris Mongeon is a 32-year-old entrepreneur from Somerset, MA - a 4th-generation Dunkin' franchisee, broker/owner at Peak Real Estate Company, and a soon-to-be charter fishing operator. We cover how Chris built Peak Real Estate as an independent brokerage instead of joining a franchise, why he caps his team size on purpose, and the tradeoffs between franchise and independent business ownership. If you're building a business on reputation and relationships, this one is worth your time. Peak Real Estate Company: https://www.peakrealestatecompany.com/ Chris Mongeon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christopher_mongeon/ – Follow us: Mortgage Daddies on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mortgagedaddies/ Mortgage Daddies on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mortgagedaddies/ Mortgage Daddies on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mortgagedaddies?lang=en – Chapters: 00:00:00 How to build a real estate business on relationships 00:06:17 Why Chris started his own brokerage instead of franchising 00:09:22 Growing up in a 4th-generation Dunkin' family 00:16:07 Traveling the world before kids while running businesses 00:20:47 Why going ghost on clients costs you everything

    26 min
  2. Deanna Auger: 42 Years in Mortgages & Still Top of the Board | Mortgage Daddies

    Jun 9

    Deanna Auger: 42 Years in Mortgages & Still Top of the Board | Mortgage Daddies

    Deanna Auger started in mortgages before fax machines existed - and she's still outproducing loan officers half her age. Deanna Auger is a loan originator at Milestone Mortgage Solutions with 42 years in the mortgage industry, spanning banking, operations, underwriting, and origination. We cover why she never sends online application links and takes every loan app by hand, how she built a dominant referral pipeline with a single real estate office using zero paid marketing, the real difference between lender and broker origination after spending a decade at Prime Lending, and how staying competitive on the leaderboard at 60-plus still drives her every day. If you think volume and relationship-based origination can't coexist, Deanna proves otherwise. Deanna Auger: https://milestonemortgagesolutions.com/deanna-auger/ https://www.instagram.com/deannaauger/ – Follow us: Mortgage Daddies on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mortgagedaddies/ Mortgage Daddies on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mortgagedaddies/ Mortgage Daddies on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mortgagedaddies?lang=en – Chapters: 00:00:00 Starting a mortgage career from scratch 00:04:17 Why loan officers should never send application links 00:09:31 What mortgage origination looked like before computers 00:11:16 Switching from lender to broker after 40 years 00:18:28 How to build a real estate agent referral pipeline 00:22:42 Helping buyers get mortgage-ready before they qualify 00:25:09 Life outside work - grandkids, reggae and staying driven

    33 min
  3. Servedwell Hospitality: 127 Years of Family Business Done Right (Will Silverstein) | Mortgage Daddies

    Apr 28

    Servedwell Hospitality: 127 Years of Family Business Done Right (Will Silverstein) | Mortgage Daddies

    A clothing store that accepted tire returns is now a 127-year restaurant empire. Will Silverstein is the 5th-generation owner of Servedwell Hospitality, the New Bedford-based group behind Black Whale, Candela, Sail Loft, Not Your Average Joe's, and National Club. We cover the Silverstein family's philosophy of hospitality over service, how Not Your Average Joe's scaled to 28 locations across six states before his father sold the franchise side, and Will's decision to leave New York City fine dining and return home during COVID. We also get into employee retention, doubling down on bad guest experiences to build loyalty, DoorDash's 30% commission reality, and where Servedwell is eyeing expansion next. If you run a business that lives and dies on client experience, this one is for you. Servedwell Hospitality: https://www.servedwellhospitality.com/ – Follow us: Mortgage Daddies on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mortgagedaddies/ Mortgage Daddies on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mortgagedaddies/ Mortgage Daddies on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mortgagedaddies?lang=en – Chapters: 00:00 - How a 127-year family business stays relevant today 09:12 - Why chain restaurants are dying and what replaced them 17:44 - How to build a restaurant concept around a space 26:50 - Why Servedwell is slowing down before expanding 32:09 - What DoorDash actually costs restaurant owners

    37 min
  4. The Boys Take Over: Sports Cards, Superpowers & Having a Mortgage Dad | Mortgage Daddies

    Apr 14

    The Boys Take Over: Sports Cards, Superpowers & Having a Mortgage Dad | Mortgage Daddies

    We're turning the mics over to the next generation. This week, we’re joined by our boys Liam Miles, Austin Snell, and Owen Snell for one of the most chaotic and entertaining episodes we've ever recorded! The kids answer the tough questions: What do your dads actually do all day? What makes them mad? What animal are they most like? Then we get into Liam's sports card hustle and even rip a few packs. Whether you're a mortgage professional, a card collector, or just interested in hearing Owen talk about Super Mario - this one's for you. Follow @liamssportscards on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liamssportscards/ – Follow us: Mortgage Daddies on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mortgagedaddies/ Mortgage Daddies on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mortgagedaddies/ Mortgage Daddies on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mortgagedaddies?lang=en – Chapters: 0:00 – Welcome to Mortgage Daddies 01:45 – Mario Talk with Owen Snell 05:44 – What’s It Like to be the Son of a Mortgage Daddy? 14:36 – Favorite Person at Milestone (Besides Dad) 17:14 – Rapid Fire Questions with the Kids 30:21 – Liam's Sports Cards 35:07 – Live Card Break 51:55 – Sign Off

    53 min
  5. Sales Leadership: Whatever You’re Doing Is Never Enough (Scott Crook, Salesforce) | Mortgage Daddies

    Mar 3

    Sales Leadership: Whatever You’re Doing Is Never Enough (Scott Crook, Salesforce) | Mortgage Daddies

    This week, we’re joined by Scott Crook, a veteran sales leader from Salesforce. Scott’s here to discuss the parallels between our industries - elite tech sales and the high-volume mortgage business. Scott tells us about the wild pace of the tech industry and the path he took on his rise to corporate sales success. We’re talking about real life too: parenting, the importance of grit and work ethic, and a little regularly-scheduled youth sports talk too. Enjoy! Milestone Mortgage Solutions: https://milestonemortgagesolutions.com/ – Follow us: Mortgage Daddies on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mortgagedaddies/ Mortgage Daddies on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mortgagedaddies/ Mortgage Daddies on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mortgagedaddies?lang=en – Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to Mortgage Daddies 04:50 The Grind is Never Enough 10:15 Working for a Gigantic Company and Scott’s Sales Background 15:55 Dad Life 18:25 On Demanding Careers 25:30 Personal Life and Goals 34:45 Youth Sports

    42 min
  6. Supporting Veterans While Quadrupling Mortgage Volume: Rob Serpa | Mortgage Daddies

    Feb 17

    Supporting Veterans While Quadrupling Mortgage Volume: Rob Serpa | Mortgage Daddies

    This week, we’re joined by Milestone’s very own Rob Serpa: a powerhouse loan officer who quadrupled his annual volume to over $28 million in just two years. Rob highlights the power of a competitive mindset and why every top producer needs to "wake up poor." We’re also talking Mission 22, a non-profit dedicated to ending veteran suicide that Rob supported by donating from every single one of his 2025 closings. This one’s a must-watch if you want to learn to scale production while maintaining discipline and authenticity. Visit Mission 22 at https://mission22.org/ Milestone Mortgage Solutions: https://milestonemortgagesolutions.com/ – Follow us: Mortgage Daddies on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mortgagedaddies/ Mortgage Daddies on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mortgagedaddies/ Mortgage Daddies on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mortgagedaddies?lang=en

    39 min
  7. How We’re Scaling Our Mortgage Company to $1.1 Billion in 2026 | Mortgage Daddies

    Feb 3

    How We’re Scaling Our Mortgage Company to $1.1 Billion in 2026 | Mortgage Daddies

    2025 is officially in the books, and it was a banner year at Milestone Mortgage Solutions! We’re recapping our awesome year and setting a new goal: $1.1 billion in 2026. This episode is us pulling back the curtain on how we scale our mortgage brokerage. We also move beyond the numbers to talk about the philosophy that drives our success: Doing the right thing when no one is looking. We believe character is what ultimately builds a billion-dollar company - and you certainly can’t overlook it. Milestone Mortgage Solutions: https://milestonemortgagesolutions.com/ – Follow us: Mortgage Daddies on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mortgagedaddies/ Mortgage Daddies on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mortgagedaddies/ Mortgage Daddies on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mortgagedaddies?lang=en

    33 min
  8. No Days Off: Patrick Walsh, Whaling City Title & Closing | Mortgage Daddies

    Jan 20

    No Days Off: Patrick Walsh, Whaling City Title & Closing | Mortgage Daddies

    This week, we’ve got a true OG of the Milestone family: Patrick Walsh of Whaling City Title & Closing. If you’re in the real estate industry and think business ends at 5:00 PM, Patrick’s here for a reality check! Whaling City Title & Closing is one of the strongest title companies in Massachusetts, built by being available when others weren't - no days off. Whether you’re a loan officer, a realtor, or a homebuyer, you’ll learn why the "quarterback" of your closing is the most important person in the room. Whaling City Title & Closing: https://www.facebook.com/walshtitleandclosing/ Milestone Mortgage Solutions: https://milestonemortgagesolutions.com/ – Follow us: Mortgage Daddies on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mortgagedaddies/ Mortgage Daddies on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mortgagedaddies/ Mortgage Daddies on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mortgagedaddies?lang=en

    41 min
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Join Vernon Miles and Craig Snell, leaders in the mortgage and home loan industry, as they navigate the intricate world of loans and family life with a refreshing dose of humor, camaraderie, and practical advice.

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  • Creator
    Vernon Miles & Craig Snell
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Mortgage Daddies 2025
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