The Future of Real Estate and Mortgage

Real estate and mortgage are changing fast—and if you’re not paying attention, you’re falling behind. In this all-in-one Market Shares episode, host Tony Blodgett sits down with industry expert Tonja Wortham for an unfiltered, insight-packed conversation on everything from agent-lender partnerships and market pressures to AI, recruiting, productivity coaching, and where the industry is headed next.
 
Whether you're a loan officer, real estate agent, or a leader trying to build a future-proof business, this episode is your go-to resource for what’s really going on in the market right now—and how to navigate it like a pro.
 
🧠 Topics We Cover
- The power of agent-lender partnerships in today’s market
- Why margins are tight—and what to do about it
- Dual-licensed agents: trend or trap?
- Recruiting insights: what loan officers are really thinking
- Productivity coaching: why it’s working and who it’s for
- Tech vs human: will AI change everything or just help?
- What top producers need from leadership today
- Industry shakeups: Rocket, Keller Williams, Redfin & more
- Real talk on servicing, JVs, AfBAs, MSAs, and future trends
- How to thrive in a slow market—and build something that lasts