Building Interest Podcast

Are you interested in technology and enhancing the digital user journey? If so, banking innovation might be the right fit for you. On this week’s episode of the Building Interest Podcast two of our team members, Lindsey Rohan, First Vice President of Bank Innovation, and Eric Prue, First Vice President of Residential Lending Innovation, discuss what it means to be an innovator in the banking industry.

Looking to start your career in the homebuying industry? Curious about the state of the market and what lies ahead for lenders, realtors, and homebuyers? In this week’s episode of the Building Interest Podcast, Mike King, Loan Originator at Leader Bank, and Kristin Buker, Realtor and Partner at Keller Williams Realty – Showcase Properties, share their expertise and discuss the peaks and valleys of the market.

Leader Bank’s Commercial Lending team helps both large and small businesses achieve their goals and grow over time. This was especially true of the last two years, when Leader Bank was able to help thousands of businesses weather the hardships that came along with the COVID-19 pandemic. Cheryl Glantz, Senior Vice President of Commercial Lending at Leader Bank, joins our host, Greg Farber, to discuss the commercial lending opportunities available to businesses today and explain how Leader Bank continues to support the businesses that form the backbone of the communities we serve.

Down payments, credit scores, and realtors — things every buyer should know about before purchasing a home. In this week’s episode of the Building Interest Podcast, Kerri Mclaughlin, Loan Originator at Leader Bank, and Beverlee Vidoli, Broker and Owner of RE/MAX discuss some of the facts and myths of the homebuying process.

Whether it’s taking a vacation or buying a new car, does your budget allow you to enjoy life while still saving for your next home and retirement? In the latest episode of the Building Interest Podcast VP Retail Bank Trainer and Elevate Relations Manager, Savy Ouk-Fernandes, and Christopher DeCilio, owner of the DeCilio Financial, Inc., discuss the importance of taking control of your finances and offer advice for doing so during every stage of your life.

Leader Bank Senior Loan Officer, Kathy Wentworth, and Real Estate Agent from Leading Edge Real Estate, Kristin Weekley, join to discuss the residential lending market from the sellers perspective and the working relationship between real estate agents and loan officers.

With three decades of experience in banking, Leader Bank Senior Vice President of Business and Government Banking Marc Romvos has seen a lot in his day. A technological revolution is currently underway in the realm of business and government banking, and Marc joins host Scott Barboza to discuss these advances and how they are impacting a range of banking sectors including government, business, venture capital, property management and professional and medical services.

Talk of rising interest rates is everywhere, inventory is low and it’s a competitive buyers’ market. But with rental prices on the rise as well, it’s still not a bad time to buy for first-time homebuyers. What’s the truth and what’s best for you? Leader Bank Loan Officer Mike McCarthy breaks down the current landscape of the housing market and provides some tips on how to navigate it.

For two decades Leader Bank has evolved and expanded its focus from residential lending to community banking to supporting small businesses and beyond. Founder and CEO Sushil Tuli joins host Scott Barboza for a conversation on Leader Bank’s origins, its impact on the small business community during COVID, and thoughts on the future.

You want to buy a home, but where to begin? The journey for first-time homebuyers can be fraught with challenges, but we’re here to make it easier. In this episode, host Scott Barboza is joined by Leader Bank Senior Vice President of Residential Landing Sean Valiton who outlines how homebuyers can avoid common pitfalls.