Let’s be real for a second.
When most people picture a mortgage professional, they probably don’t envision a woman balancing a conference call while multitasking making dinner for three hungry boys. But that’s my reality. And it’s one I embrace with pride, humor, and a glass of wine. I’ve been in the mortgage world since 1999, and while it’s evolved, the truth is this industry still has some catching up to do.
Historically male-dominated, the mortgage field hasn’t always rolled out the welcome mat for women. But here’s the thing: women in this business? We’re a force. And not just because we can multitask like champions.Being a female leader in the mortgage industry means navigating boardrooms, rate sheets, and refinancing guidelines with the same grace I use to perform my Team Mom duties for the Lacrosse Team. It means leading with empathy, listening with intention, and negotiating with confidence.I’ve learned to speak up even when my voice shook, to bring my whole self to the table, and to champion other women doing the same. Because representation matters. When clients see someone who looks like them, who understands their struggles, who values their dreams, that’s when the magic happens.Let’s not sugarcoat it-breaking through the old-school stereotypes can be tough.
I’ve had moments of doubt, exhaustion, and wondering if I was doing enough. But every closed loan that helps a single mom buy her first home, every phone call where we get to say “you’re clear to close,” to a Veteran who has served our country reminds me why I keep pushing.I’m not just a mortgage professional. I’m a mom, a mentor, and a fierce believer in the power of women in finance. At Future Home Loans, we’re building something different. A culture that lifts women up, encourages authenticity, and celebrates every win-big or small.
So, to all the women out there thinking about jumping into this industry or climbing higher in it, let me say this: there is absolutely a place for you here. And not just a seat at the table-a microphone, a spotlight, and the whole darn stage.
Together, we’re not just changing the mortgage industry.
We’re redefining it.