Podcasts

Celebrating the Journey – 4 Seasons of Real Life Mortgage Solutions

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 for Life has grown into a platform that has welcomed over 40 industry professionals—from lenders and lawyers to advocates and agents—offering real-world insights […]

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Legacy, Leadership, and Letting Go with Hali Strandlund Noble

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 growing up in a real estate household to becoming a leading force in Canada’s alternative lending space. They dive into the evolution of Fisgard Asset Management,

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Navigating Co-Ownership Disputes with Gordon Kallio

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, particularly during a time with plenty of intergenerational wealth transfer. Gordon sheds light on Ontario’s Partition Act, legislation that enables joint property owners to force a

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Infill, Intergenerational Living & Affordability with Jenn Dechaine

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 generational wealth, not just “build it and sell it.” Jenn explains her passion for infill, intergenerational co-living, and European-style density as real solutions

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Feeding Hope through the Edmonton Food Bank with Marjorie Bencz

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 and the power of collective giving. Marjorie shares her 36-year journey with the Edmonton Food Bank, explaining how economic challenges have driven record levels

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

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 the organization’s founding by Glory Meldrum, herself a survivor, and how it has grown into a beacon of hope through its programs and services.

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

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 guidance more accessible. Cyndy shares the story behind Ask JAQQ, a $5.99 app that allows users to ask quick legal questions and connect

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Lending Beyond Borders: The Mexico Mortgage Market with Brian Menges

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 his journey from building one of Western Canada’s well-known MICs to expanding lending operations into the United States and Mexico. They unpack how SoBankable

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

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, bridge and equity loans, and purchase-plus improvements, and why clear, detailed commitments plus quick, organized documentation can accelerate approvals and closings. Corey explains what makes a

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Turning Auto Debt into Mortgage Approvals with Kevin Kennedy

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 (GDS) ratios in the mortgage process. With many Canadians carrying large vehicle loans, this often becomes a barrier to mortgage approval. Kevin shares

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