Listen "Why Relationships Win in Lending with Brent Nardecchia"
Episode Synopsis
This week on the RETSY Podcast, we sit down with Brent Nardecchia, CEO of High Place Mortgage, to unpack what it really takes to succeed in lending, business, and life. From dropping out of college to building his own company, Brent’s story is a masterclass in resilience, intentionality, and the power of relationships.Brent shares how the market crash became his greatest teacher, why creativity is key to getting deals done, and the importance of being fully present with clients and partners. We dive into the common denominators of top producers, the value of community, and how to bring a human touch to every deal.Whether you’re in lending, real estate, or any business built on trust, this episode is packed with insights on how to strengthen relationships, build long-term success, and stay bullish even in uncertain markets.00:00 – Meet Brent Nardecchia, CEO of High Place Mortgage01:15 – Leaving College Behind to Go All In on Lending05:27 – Why the Market Crash Became Brent’s Biggest Breakthrough09:19 – Getting Creative to Close Deals That Seem Impossible14:17 – Why Relationships Are Everything in Lending (and Business)18:14 – The Real Secret to Lending Success: Being a Present Partner for your Clients22:59 – What Top Realtors All Have in Common with Great Lenders24:46 – Taking the Leap: Why Brent and Chris Started Their Own Companies28:30 – The Formula for Greatness: Community, Consistency, Intentionality37:38 – Lessons from the First 10 Years: Chase Relationships, Not Money44:26 – Adding the Human Element That Transforms Every Deal48:08 – With Every Tool at Your Fingertips, There’s No Excuse Not to Learn53:28 – Why Brent Is Bullish on the Future of the Phoenix Market57:14 – Final Thoughts and How to ConnectConnect with BrentSend him an email: [email protected] more about RETSY -www.retsy.comwww.instagram.com/retsywww.youtube.com/@retsyOriginal music by @jacktwarner
ZARZA We are Zarza, the prestigious firm behind major projects in information technology.