“Mortgages, Mindset & Writing the Damn Book – with Otis Gatlin”

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 Episode Summary:
In this episode, we sit down with Otis Gatlin — mortgage expert, mindset coach, and author of The Mortgage Manual. Otis shares how he balances dad life with a high-pressure finance career, what inspired him to finally write that damn book, and why educating yourself before applying for a mortgage is non-negotiable. If you’re a dad chasing big goals (and maybe a few hours of sleep), this one's for you.

What You’ll Hear:

A game-changing “Dad Hack” from Otis

Otis’ journey from underwriting to authorship

The mistakes people make (and how to avoid them)

How discipline helped him finish his book

The balancing act of being a present dad and a productive entrepreneur

Straight-up takeaways on finance, focus, and fatherhood

Key Takeaways:

Financial confidence starts with clarity — get educated before you apply.

Want to write a book? Don’t wait for perfect. Break it down and show up.

Being a present dad 

Whether you’re underwriting or unloading the dishwasher, discipline wins.

Guest Info:
Otis Gatlin is a government-certified mortgage underwriter, advocate for affordable housing, and author of The Mortgage Manual. His mission? Help families achieve homeownership — and fix the system while he's at it.

Grab Otis’ book: https://a.co/d/gy4HRHr 

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