🎧 How To Choose an Investor-Focused Mortgage Broker (With Keaton Kirkwood)
Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier

In today’s episode, Wayne is joined by Keaton Kirkwood from Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group to break down exactly what makes a great investor-focused mortgage broker. If you're building a real estate portfolio in Canada, your broker shouldn’t just qualify you—they should help you strategically grow. This is a masterclass in what to ask, how brokers think, and the real difference between investor-focused and retail brokers.

Whether you're a new investor or growing fast, this episode will help you choose the right person to guide your financing decisions.

🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode

• Why most mortgage brokers are trained for retail—not investors

• What makes a broker “investor-focused”

• How a great broker can help you plan 2–3 purchases ahead

• The difference between qualification and strategy

• Why communication and transparency are critical

• Common mistakes investors make when choosing a broker

• Keaton’s top advice for vetting your financing team

👥 About Your Hosts
Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies.
New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice.

💡 Resources & Contact
Learn about our Mentorship Program: www.reimasters.ca
Bookkeeping & tax help: www.finngo.com/rei
Submit a question: info@reimorningshow.com

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