In this episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Chris Karageuzian, co-founder of Help With My Loan, to discuss how his company is transforming the lending industry using artificial intelligence (AI). Chris shares the journey of Help With My Loan, starting from his early career in banking to launching a cutting-edge platform that uses AI-driven Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to simplify and speed up the loan process for commercial, residential, and personal lending.

Chris explains how Help With My Loan’s AI platform can analyze complex financial documents like tax returns in just seconds, enabling a 97% match rate for borrowers across 300+ lending institutions. This revolutionary technology helps clients—from business owners to individual borrowers—find the best loan options faster than ever. Chris also discusses the company’s vision for the future, including its plans for continued innovation in lending and expansion into the Chicago market, where the team aims to create new opportunities for local youth.

Key Takeaways:

• How AI OCR technology is speeding up the lending process by 80%.
• The broad range of loans covered, from commercial real estate to SBA and business loans.
• The ethical side of lending and the importance of helping minority communities access capital.
• Chris’s vision for the future of Help With My Loan, including AI advancements and possible expansion into direct lending.

  In this episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Chris Karageuzian, co-founder of Help With My Loan, to discuss how his company is transforming the lending industry using artificial intelligence (AI). Chris shares the journey of Help With My Loan, starting from his early career in banking to launching a cutting-edge platform that uses AI-driven Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to simplify and speed up the loan process for commercial, residential, and personal lending.

  Chris explains how Help With My Loan’s AI platform can analyze complex financial documents like tax returns in just seconds, enabling a 97% match rate for borrowers across 300+ lending institutions. This revolutionary technology helps clients—from business owners to individual borrowers—find the best loan options faster than ever. Chris also discusses the company’s vision for the future, including its plans for continued innovation in lending and expansion into the Chicago market, where the team aims to create new opportunities for local youth.

  Key Takeaways:

  • How AI OCR technology is speeding up the lending process by 80%.
  • The broad range of loans covered, from commercial real estate to SBA and business loans.
  • The ethical side of lending and the importance of helping minority communities access capital.
  • Chris’s vision for the future of Help With My Loan, including AI advancements and possible expansion into direct lending.

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In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, Bruce Bean talks with Caleb Angel, a lending expert with HouseMax Funding. Caleb shares his journey from Seattle to Southern California and provides in-depth insights into the fix-and-flip lending market. With experience in real estate, consumer lending, and numbers, Caleb found his way into private lending—combining his passion for relationships and real estate investment.

Tune in as Caleb breaks down how fix-and-flip loans work, offers advice for aspiring real estate investors, and highlights some of the most profitable markets for real estate flipping today. He explains the intricacies of lending, from cold calling prospects to nurturing repeat clients, and even provides practical tips on securing funding for your first investment property.

Key Takeaways:

• How Caleb transitioned into private lending and real estate investments
• Insights into ground-up construction and fix-and-flip financing
• The importance of building long-term relationships in lending
• A breakdown of loan processes, including construction draws and loan guarantees
• Tips for new investors looking to get started with fix-and-flip properties

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In this episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Gisele Pinedo, a rising star in commercial real estate, as she shares her journey from studying psychology to becoming a successful agent at Marcus & Millichap. Gisele delves into the mindset shift she made, how she transitioned from being a teacher’s aide to a commission-based career, and the valuable lessons she’s learned about perseverance, cold calling, and managing client relationships.

Gisele also talks about the impact of her psychology background on her real estate career and why understanding people is essential in building trust and making deals happen. She highlights the importance of finding a mentor, the challenge of managing time between closing deals and prospecting, and her long-term goal of achieving financial freedom through passive income.

Whether you're new to the real estate industry or looking for inspiration to grow your career, this episode is packed with insights into the commercial real estate world and the personal development needed for success.

Key Takeaways:

• Transitioning into commercial real estate from a different field.
• The importance of mentorship in building a successful career.
• Balancing prospecting and managing active deals.
• The role of psychology in building client relationships.
• Gisele’s long-term goal of financial freedom through real estate investment.

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