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8 Apr 2026

In Search of Excellence Island Style: Erin Evans on Real Estate Leadership, Service, and Building the Right Team

In Episode 2 of In Search of Excellence Island Style, Larry Gonzales sits down with Erin Evans, Broker/Owner of Century 21 Island Homes, for a conversation about leadership, consistency, mentorship, and what it really takes to build a successful real estate business rooted in service. From military life to brokerage ownership, Erin shares practical insight […]
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1 Apr 2026

In Search of Excellence Island Style: Veterans in Lending, Real Estate Wealth, and the Eight Tenets of Excellence

In the launch episode of In Search of Excellence Island Style, Larry Gonzales introduces the Broker Mortgage Experts team and provides a behind-the-scenes look at the people helping make homeownership possible. This episode features three veteran loan officers: Sarah “Eli” David, Micheal Melso, and Daniel Sepulveda, who share their journeys into the mortgage industry, how […]
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27 Feb 2026

Inflation Update February 2026: Why One CPI Report Can Move Mortgage Rates Fast

If mortgage rates in 2026 feel like they change overnight, you’re not imagining it. One CPI report can move markets fast because it shifts inflation expectations and bond pricing. In this Hawaii-focused breakdown, Larry Gonzales explains what CPI is, why rates react so quickly, and what the February 2026 inflation data means for buyers and homeowners. You’ll get simple takeaways, a “what this means for you” section, and a calmer strategy-first approach so you can make decisions without panic.
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