483. You’re Losing the Deal on the First Call (Here’s Why)

483. You’re Losing the Deal on the First Call (Here’s Why)

April 16, 2026 · 19 min · Episode 483

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Steve Kyles discusses the importance of the first call in securing loan deals and provides a framework to improve conversion rates.

JOIN THE COMMUNITY: skool.com/loan-officer-leadership The free room for loan officers done running on hope. Most loan officers think they’re losing deals to rate. They’re not. 79% of buyers choose the first lender they talk to … which means if you’re losing, it likely happened on the first call. In this episode, Steve breaks down the Powerful First Call framework that turns more conversations into applications, and more applications into closings. You’ll learn: Why the first call isn’t about answering questions The biggest mistake loan officers make (and how to fix it) How to create a clear next step that actually converts The exact structure to guide every call with confidence How to handle rate shoppers without losing control of the conversation If your conversion is inconsistent, this episode will show you exactly where you’re losing deals, and how to fix it. Go to LoanOfficerLeadership.com , sign up for the weekly playbook, and in the comments box just write anything like “first call framework” … we’ll send you the exact structure you can start using right away.

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