The Keys to Finding Success in Entrepreneurship

Jon Hornik is one of the most established leaders in the private lending industry. He is the Chair of LHRG’s prestigious Private Lender Law Group—representing over 100+ nationwide lenders, originators, investors, including top Wall Street banks and many others. He is on the show with us today to help us better understand what it truly takes to succeed and how you can get on the right track today. Listen now to learn more about what Jon is focused on today and how new generation entrepreneurs can achieve success given the market and economic conditions we have! Quotables “If you’re going to build a real organization that has enterprise value that someday, somebody may want to buy or invest in, you need to constantly be evaluating how you do things and how to get better.” “You could make up for a lack of experience and knowledge by work ethic and for investors out there, keep grinding. Keep working hard, don’t give up.” “If you don’t love what you do, find what you love because you’ll never be great at something you don’t love.” Links Podcast: Bold Moves https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast… Website: Private Lender Law https://www.privatelenderlaw.com Website: National Private Lenders Association https://nplaonline.com/ Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

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What is Causing the US Housing Shortage?

Suzanne Andresen is the President and CRO of REI INK, a leading real estate publication in the US and one of Uncontested Investing’s biggest partners in the real estate space. She is on the show today to give a little bit of her insights on the challenges of the housing market and what solutions we can provide as real estate investors. Listen now to learn more about REI INK, how they are helping real estate investors move forward in different market conditions, and why Suzanne is passionate about educating people about the real estate investing space! Quotables “To me, it’s easier to answer a need in the moment than showing up on Monday and having 15, now significant needs, that require time.” “Don’t extend yourself, don’t go out on a whim and think you can make it work. Making sure it works based upon the information and the due diligence you do is paramount.” “There’s a lot of information and new stuff for you to understand how to make your investment shine and make it a long term engagement for whatever the next step is.” Links Website: RCN Capital https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast Website: REI INK https://rei-ink.com/

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Incenter Promotes Sara Parrish to Chief Operating Officer as Company Plans for Strategic Expansion

New COO Remains President of Incenter Company CampusDoor While Bringing Operational, Problem-Solving and Leadership Talents to Corporate Parent Incenter, a family of companies dedicated to improving the performance of lenders and depositories, has promoted Sara Parrish to Chief Operating Officer. She will also remain President of Incenter company CampusDoor, where her focus on operational excellence, creativity, and team empowerment has propelled new growth since she took the reins in 2022. “I am thrilled to be working closely with Sara at this key point in Incenter’s lifecycle,” said Incenter President Bruno Pasceri. “As we plan for additional expansion, Sara’s vision, problem-solving talents, discipline, and natural leadership skills will be invaluable.” “It is a privilege to help steward the future of Incenter,” said Ms. Parrish. “We enjoy many opportunities to leverage our unique intellectual property, services, and expertise, and accelerate new solutions into the market at scale to help our clients.” Ms. Parrish’s promotion is the latest milestone in Incenter’s strategic evolution. Last fall, Incenter announced plans to serve a broader range of national and regional banks, credit unions, servicers, investors and asset managers in new ways. The firm is also bolstering independent mortgage banks’ (IMBs’) growth and efficiency with mission-critical services provided on a variable-cost basis. With the mantra, “attitude is everything,” Incenter’s family of firms is known for coming together to innovate solutions to clients’ business and operational challenges in up and down markets. For example, CampusDoor’s Student Loan-in-a-Box solution provides lenders with a new revenue stream, and Incenter Capital Advisors’ eMSR Exchange helps firms tap into additional capital markets opportunities. Ms. Parrish joined CampusDoor, one of the nation’s largest third-party student and specialty loan origination platforms, in 2016. She is responsible for the growth of the company, which has processed $36 billion in private student loan applications. Before joining CampusDoor, she held various operational and portfolio management roles at the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency. She currently serves on the board of the New Cumberland Federal Credit Union and the York County Economic Alliance in her home state of Pennsylvania. Ms. Parrish holds an M.S. from Duquesne University and a B.A. from Ursinus College. About Incenter Lender Services Incenter Lender Services is a family of companies committed to helping lending and depository institutions maximize their financial and operational performance and leverage new pathways to growth. Incenter’s offerings include capital markets, loan diligence, student lending, insurance, property tax, accounting and marketing solutions. More information is available at incenterls.com. Contacts Dawn Ringeldawn.ringel@incenterls.com or 617-285-0652

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ATTOM ADDS BUILDING FOOTPRINT DATA TO EXTENSIVE U.S. PROPERTY DATABASE

Offers a Detailed National Boundary Product Covering Over 187 Million Building Outlines;  Captures the Exact Shape and Perimeter of a Building Using Advanced Proprietary AI Algorithms ATTOM, a leading curator of land, property, and real estate data, is pleased to announce it has added yet another new data product to the ever-expanding ATTOM Table of Data Elements – Building Footprints. ATTOM’s Building Footprint data covers 187 million building outlines nationwide for all property types. Using advanced proprietary AI algorithms, it accurately captures the shape and perimeter of structures for enhanced planning and analysis. ATTOM provides the nation’s premier unified geospatial boundary products for hyperlocal search, map display and visualization, data enrichment, and other geospatial analyses. The integration of building footprints, which are polygons outlining a building’s ground-level perimeter, supports various mapping and analytic use cases in insurance, real estate markets, and other key industries. By geospatially matching ATTOM’s Building Footprint data with respective parcel boundaries, we ensure a detailed and precise mapping that harmonizes the actual dimensions of buildings with their legal land divisions. This precise coordination is essential for various industries. In insurance, it assesses risk and costs by identifying building locations. Real estate links footprint boundaries to property details, enhancing assessments. Government agencies use it to evaluate development limitations, property values, urban growth, and plan infrastructure like EV charging stations. Home services optimize rooftop solar installations and telecom deployment. The mortgage industry improves underwriting accuracy and pricing by assessing natural hazards. Marketing benefits from accurate location-aware experiences and notifications using precise building footprints. “With the addition of Building Footprints to our database, ATTOM is enhancing real estate, insurance, and urban planning with precise, AI-driven property outlines,” said Todd Teta, CTO at ATTOM. “This accuracy enables improved risk assessment, more precise property valuations, and smarter infrastructure planning—empowering existing applications and paving the way for new use cases for ATTOM’s customers.” Key Features Include: Media Contact:Megan Huntmegan.hunt@attomdata.com  SOURCE ATTOM

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Creating Strategic Marketing Success

In this episode of “Uncontested Investing,” host Nate Zielinski sits down with John Seroka, President of Seroka Marketing and PR, a firm with over 37 years of experience in the mortgage and private lending industry. John shares insights into his career, the importance of family legacy, and how his company helps private lenders and real estate professionals elevate their marketing strategies. From personal anecdotes to professional advice, this episode is packed with valuable information for anyone looking to improve their marketing game in the real estate sector. Key Takeaways Continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends are crucial for success. Building a strong, optimized website is essential for digital marketing. Networking and maintaining professional relationships can significantly impact your career. Balancing work with personal life and health is vital for long-term success. Resources Learn more about Seroka Marketing and their services at https://www.seroka.com. Connect with Us: Email: podcast@rcncapital.com Website: RCN Capital www.rcncapital.com Website: REI INK Magazine www.rei-ink.com

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Offerpad Appoints Peter Knag as Chief Financial Officer

Seasoned executive with 20+ years of finance leadership at WarnerMedia, TBS, and AT&T Offerpad Solutions Inc., a leading tech-enabled platform for residential real estate, announced the appointment of Peter Knag as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective June 5, 2024. Knag brings a proven track record of success and deep financial acumen to Offerpad, having excelled in senior financial leadership roles across the media, telecommunications, technology, and finance sectors. Knag is the former Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer for Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., the parent company of CNN, TNT, and TBS. He joined Turner in June 2018 following AT&T’s acquisition of Time Warner. As Executive Vice President of WarnerMedia Finance, a role Knag held from 2020 to 2022, he was responsible for Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), treasury, financial reporting, global procurement, corporate development, risk management and other key business areas. Prior to his tenure at Turner, Knag held key leadership roles at AT&T Inc., where he demonstrated his expertise in financial strategy, corporate development, and relationship management on a global scale. Throughout his distinguished career at AT&T, which began in 1999, Knag played a pivotal role in driving the company’s financial success and growth, executing transactions exceeding $200 billion in total value. His experience spans a wide range of financial disciplines, including strategic planning, financial analysis, and investment management. Knag began his career in investment banking, having worked for Lehman Brothers and First Albany Corporation. He has also served as a board member for Central European Media Enterprises, then a NASDAQ listed media company, and Vogel Alcove. He continues to serve on the board of TAP Advisors, a boutique advisory and investment banking firm. “We are thrilled to welcome Peter Knag to the Offerpad team,” said Brian Bair, Chairman and CEO of Offerpad. “His extensive background in finance and corporate development, along with his proven leadership in business operations and complex transactions makes him an invaluable addition to our executive team. We look forward to his contributions as we continue to drive growth and profitability at Offerpad.” Knag expressed his enthusiasm about joining Offerpad, stating, “I am excited to join at such a dynamic time for the company. I look forward to working with the talented team to continue to grow and diversify Offerpad’s platform offerings and drive efficiency, scale and profitability in the business.” Learn more at www.offerpad.com.

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