Mortgage Tech Talks

E86: Industry Update- New Accolades, New Positions, and Big Acquisitions


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In this episode of Mortgage Tech Talks, we dive deep into the latest developments shaping Canada’s mortgage, real estate, and business landscape. From how top influencers are dominating both social media and deal volume, to surprising leadership moves at Quest Mortgage, to Brookfield’s $2.9B acquisition of First National — we go beyond the headlines to explore what these changes really mean for mortgage professionals.

Whether you’re a broker, lender, or real estate pro, you’ll walk away with insights on market dynamics, influencer strategy, and the forces shaping Canada’s largest financial players.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Shopify as Canada’s biggest non-quasi government company
01:16 – Why we go deeper than the headlines in industry updates
02:03 – Ron Butler named #1 mortgage & real estate voice in Canada
03:28 – How influencer rankings work (and why they matter)
05:24 – Discovering the top mortgage influencers in Canada
06:20 – The “feast or famine” reality of mortgage social media success
08:07 – Keys to building an influential presence: education & authenticity
09:34 – Leadership move: Bucky Mendieta joins Quest Mortgage
11:13 – The rise and pause of Quest Mortgage’s operations
13:30 – Why Quest’s “pause” might be a strategic reset
14:27 – First National’s $2.9B acquisition by Brookfield & Birch Hill
16:17 – How government policy shifts impact private mortgage lenders
17:06 – Is Canada’s business environment a cartel?
18:52 – Shopify CEO on breaking through Canada’s corporate mold
20:15 – Final thoughts & key takeaways

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