Episodes 49
Avg. Duration 24m
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Since Apr 2024
Latest Episode Feb 2026

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How do mortgages brokerages actually work—and why are so many career-changers becoming mortgage brokers? Real Life Mortgage Solutions breaks down real deals, digs into industry connections and strategies, and uncovers how brokers find the perfect blend of independence and impact.

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S4E12 Celebrating the Journey – 4 Seasons of Real Life Mortgage Solutions

Feb 17, 2026 5m Transcript

In this milestone episode, host Len Lane reflects on the incredible four-season journey of the Real Life Mortgage Solutions podcast. What began as an internal resource to support his team at Brokers…

S4E11 Legacy, Leadership, and Letting Go with Hali Strandlund Noble

Feb 03, 2026 37m Transcript

Len Lane welcomes industry trailblazer Hali Strandlund Noble. With deep family roots in mortgage investment corporations (MICs) and over three decades in the business, Hali shares her journey from…

S4E10 Navigating Co-Ownership Disputes with Gordon Kallio

Jan 20, 2026 17m Transcript

In this episode of Real Life Mortgage Solutions, host Len Lane welcomes real estate lawyer Gordon Kallio for an insightful conversation about the growing challenges in co-ownership of property,…

S4E9 Infill, Intergenerational Living & Affordability with Jenn Dechaine

Jan 06, 2026 33m Transcript

In this episode, Len sits down with Edmonton infill builder and sales coach Jennifer Dechaine to talk about Urban Brix, multi-family projects, and why she believes real estate should be built as…

S4E8 Feeding Hope through the Edmonton Food Bank with Marjorie Bencz

Dec 09, 2025 15m Transcript

In this heartfelt episode of Real Life Mortgage Solutions, host Len Lane welcomes Marjorie Bencz, C.M., Executive Director of the Edmonton Food Bank, to talk about food insecurity in our community…

S4E7 Little Warriors and the Fight to End Child Sexual Abuse in Canada with Dr. Wanda Holman

Nov 25, 2025 19m Transcript

Len Lane sits down with Dr. Wanda Holman, CEO of Little Warriors, a nationally recognized charity dedicated to preventing and treating child sexual abuse. Dr. Holman shares the inspiring story behind…

S4E6 Making Legal Help Accessible: Introducing Ask JAQQ with Cyndy Morin and Lori Robertson

Nov 11, 2025 19m Transcript

Today on Real Life Mortgage Solutions, host Len Lane welcomes back lawyer and entrepreneur Cyndy Morin alongside Lori Robertson to talk about Ask JAQQ, an innovative new app designed to make legal…

S4E5 Lending Beyond Borders: The Mexico Mortgage Market with Brian Menges

Oct 28, 2025 26m Transcript

In this episode of Real Life Mortgage Solutions, host Len Lane welcomes Brian Menges, a long-time leader in private mortgage lending and the founder of Caplink Financial and SoBankable. Brian shares…

S4E4 Inside Canadian Mortgages Inc.’s Private Lending Playbook with Corey Cardellini

Oct 14, 2025 17m Transcript

Len chats with Corey Cardelinni, BRM for Alberta at CMI, about how a seasoned private lender approaches real-world files. They cover CMI’s flexible solutions including, first and second mortgages,…

S4E3 Turning Auto Debt into Mortgage Approvals with Kevin Kennedy

Sep 30, 2025 28m Transcript

In this episode, host Len Lane, founder of Brokers for Life, welcomes Kevin Kennedy, owner of KDK Financial, to discuss how car payments affect Total Debt Servicing (TDS) and Gross Debt Servicing…

S4E2 Why Do You Want to Be a Mortgage Broker?

Sep 16, 2025 18m Transcript

In this episode, Len Lane, Founder and President of Brokers for Life and part of Dominion Lending Centres, reflects on his 20+ year journey in the mortgage industry. He explains how his transition…

S4E1 Building a Transparent Lending Future with Chris Woodhouse

Sep 02, 2025 25m Transcript

In this episode of Real Life Mortgage Solutions, Len Lane is joined by Chris Woodhouse of Highclere Lending to talk about innovation, integrity, and strategy in the Canadian mortgage space. With a…

S3E12 Gary Siegle: 50 yrs of Mortgage History

Aug 19, 2025 54m Transcript

In this episode of Real Life Mortgage Solutions, host Len Lane sits down with industry veteran Gary Siegel to explore his five-decade-long journey through Canada’s evolving mortgage landscape. Gary…

S3E11 Understanding Consumer Proposals & Debt Trends in 2025 with Sandra Landry

Aug 05, 2025 31m Transcript

In this insightful episode of Real Life Mortgage Solutions, Len Lane is joined again by Sandra Landry of MNP to discuss the ever-evolving landscape of consumer debt and insolvency in Canada. They…

S3E10 A Broker’s Guide to Private Lending Success with Chris O’Sullivan of Alta West

Jul 22, 2025 19m Transcript

In this episode, Len welcomes Chris O’Sullivan from Alta West Capital to break down the ins and outs of private lending and how it fits into a broker’s toolkit. Chris shares his unique…

S3E9 Inside Commercial Lending: From Apartment Buildings to Hotels with Sam Dayal

Jul 08, 2025 27m Transcript

Host Len Lane sits down with Sam Dayal, a CPA and seasoned commercial underwriter with Dominion Lending Centres. With over 15 years of experience in the industry, Sam shares practical insights into…

S3E8 Mortgages for new home building with Lesli Kearns

Jun 24, 2025 31m Transcript

Len Lane sits down with Leslie Kearns, a Broker Experience Specialist from Alberta Treasury Branch (ATB), to unpack the complexities of mortgage solutions for home construction. Whether you're…

S3E7 Divorce and Your Mortgage with Cyndy Morin, Resolve Law Group

Jun 10, 2025 40m Transcript

In this insightful episode, Len sits down with Cyndy Morin, founder of Resolve Legal Group, to explore her holistic and client-centered approach to family law. Cyndy shares how her personal journey…

S3E6 MPP info for Brokers and Clients Featuring Bart Paterson

May 27, 2025 27m Transcript

Len Lane sits down with Bart Paterson, Business Development Manager at Manulife, to explore the often-overlooked importance of life and disability insurance in the mortgage process. While many…

S3E5 The Truth About Foreclosure: Legal Insights & Financial Impact with Brandon Hans of Barr LLP

May 13, 2025 32m Transcript

In this episode of the podcast, Len sits down with lawyer Brandon Hans to discuss the complex world of foreclosure. They break down the foreclosure process, explaining how it begins when a borrower…

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