The Accord Mortgages Growth Series Podcast

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Jun 2026

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The Growth Series Podcast is a dedicated resource that aims to help mortgage brokers of all sizes scale and grow their business using digital and communications marketing techniques.

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June 4, 2026Episode 14925 min

#149 - Broker Talks: Using Podcasts to Grow Your Business

In episode #149 of the Growth Series podcast, Mary Cloherty, Business Development Manager at Accord Mortgages, welcomes Patrick Glennon, Director at Patrick James Solutions, to discuss how podcasting has helped his business engage customers, challenge mortgage misconceptions and build stronger relationships. Patrick explains the thinking behind Mortgage MythBusters, why educational content matters and how authentic conversations can help brokers connect with audiences in a more meaningful way. The discussion also explores social media, compliance, customer trust and the realities of creating content while running a busy brokerage. An insightful episode for brokers interested in marketing, customer engagement and making mortgage conversations more accessible.

May 28, 2026Episode 14833 min

#148 - Mortgage Mentors: From Banking to Broking with Jo Carrasco

In episode #148 of the Growth Series podcast's Mortgage Mentors series, Jeremy Duncombe, Managing Director at Accord Mortgages, is joined by Jo Carrasco, Business Partnerships Director at Stonebridge Group to explore her move from investment banking into the mortgage industry and her long-standing career with Stonebridge Group. Jo shares key lessons on embracing opportunity, building resilience and navigating change, alongside her views on sustainable growth for broker firms. The episode also touches on the importance of collaboration within the intermediary sector, overcoming personal challenges such as public speaking, and balancing professional ambition with family life. A concise but insightful conversation offering practical reflections for brokers looking to grow and adapt in a changing market.

May 14, 2026Episode 14731 min

#147 - Broker Talks: Using Social Media to Educate & Win Clients

In episode #147 of the Growth Series podcast, host Telephone Business Development Manager at Accord Mortgages is joined by Chris Days, Mortgage and Protection Broker at GoMortgage to discuss how social media, particularly TikTok, can be used to educate clients and build trust in the mortgage industry. Chris shares his experience of growing a social media presence through consistency, plain-language education and live engagement, as well as the compliance considerations brokers need to be aware of. The episode offers practical insight for brokers who are hesitant to get started and explores how short-form video fits into the wider future of mortgage marketing.

April 30, 2026Episode 14630 min

#146 - Mortgage Mentors: Why Collaboration Powers the Mortgage Industry with Kate Davies

In episode #146 of the Growth Series podcast's Mortgage Mentors series, Jeremy Duncombe, Managing Director at Accord Mortgages, speaks with Kate Davies about her extensive career across the mortgage industry and the pivotal role collaboration plays in its success. Kate shares how she entered the sector, the evolution of trade bodies and the importance of bringing lenders, intermediaries and policymakers together. The discussion covers key regulatory milestones, including the development of the mortgage code and how those early efforts to self-regulate shaped today's framework. Kate also reflects on recurring market cycles, external pressures and why maintaining a steady, principles-led approach is critical for long-term resilience. Looking to the future, the conversation explores the impact of AI and technology, with a focus on balancing innovation with the continued need for human interaction. Kate also offers practical advice for those starting out in the industry, emphasising the importance of networking, learning from others and building a meaningful career within a collaborative environment.

April 23, 2026Episode 14533 min

#145 - The Power of Mentorship & Allyship

In episode #145 of the Growth Series podcast, host Angelika Christian hosts a panel discussion on mentorship and allyship in financial services. Joined by Andrew Calder, Charlotte Pearce, Pete Gwilliam and Josie O'Hanlon, the panel shares real-life perspectives on how supportive relationships influence career progression, confidence and workplace culture. The discussion touches on the value of having advocates in your corner, the importance of creating inclusive environments, and the challenges many professionals face around flexibility and self-belief. Listeners will come away with practical insights and relatable experiences that highlight why mentorship and allyship matter and how they can make a meaningful difference in the mortgage industry.

April 23, 2026Episode 14443 min

#144 - Understanding Women's Health

In episode #144 of the Growth Series podcast, host Angelika Christian introduces a live session from Accord's 2026 International Women's Day conference, featuring Kelly Beaumont, Founder of Olive Avocado. The conversation explores the realities of women's health, from the impact of hormonal changes to the challenges of managing symptoms and seeking support. It touches on common conditions, key life stages, and why awareness in the workplace is still evolving. Listeners will also hear practical insights on improving wellbeing through simple, sustainabl

April 23, 2026Episode 14332 min

#143 - Surviving Economic Abuse

In episode #143 of the Growth Series podcast, we share a live recording from Accord's 2026 International Women's Day conference featuring Angelika Christian hosting a session with Lauren Garrett from Surviving Economic Abuse (SEA). The conversation explores what economic abuse is, why it is often misunderstood, and how it can manifest within financial relationships and systems. Lauren shares insights into the scale of the issue, the barriers to disclosure, and the role financial services professionals can play in recognising and responding to it. Listeners will gain an understanding of how industry practices, regulation, and awareness are evolving, alongside reflections on how small actions within everyday roles can make a meaningful difference. A concise but impactful session that highlights both the challenges and the growing momentum for change within the sector.

March 26, 2026Episode 14230 min

#142 - Mortgage Mentors: AI, HubSpot and the Modern Mortgage Firm with Jon Pittham

In episode #142 of the Growth Series podcast's Mortgage Mentors series,Jeremy Duncombe, Managing Director at Accord Mortgages speaks with Jon Pittham, Founder & Managing Director of HubSpot consultancy Karman Digital to discuss how mortgage and financial advice firms can navigate the growing influence of AI and marketing technology. The episode explores the shift towards more human-focused advice, the importance of consistent client engagement, and how brokers can begin modernising their approach without becoming overwhelmed. Jon shares practical views on using AI effectively, alongside the need for caution in a regulated environment. The conversation also looks ahead to how technology may reshape the broker role in the coming years, while reinforcing the enduring value of trust and personal connection.

February 26, 2026Episode 14126 min

#141 - Economists' 2026 Forecasts & Outlook (4th Annual Edition)

In episode #141 of the Growth Series podcast's Mortgage Mentors series,Jeremy Duncombe, Managing Director at Accord Mortgages is joined by Charles Roe (UK Finance) and Rob Thomas (IMLA) to examine what 2026 could hold for the mortgage market. The discussion compares gross lending forecasts of £300–£320 billion and unpacks the drivers behind them, including affordability pressures, rising real incomes and anticipated base rate movements. The episode explores the scale of the remortgage opportunity, evolving lender appetite around high LTV and LTI lending, support for first-time buyers, and the continued professionalisation of buy-to-let. It also considers how global and domestic economic factors may influence rates and borrower confidence. The overall tone is measured but positive, highlighting a market with growing momentum and tangible opportunities for advisers

February 24, 2026Episode 14021 min

#140 - Economists' 2025 Year in Review (4th Annual Edition)

In episode #140 of the Growth Series podcast's Mortgage Mentors series, Jeremy Duncombe, Managing Director at Accord Mortgages is joined by Charles Roe (UK Finance) and Rob Thomas (IMLA) for the fourth annual Economists' Year in Review, analysing how the mortgage market performed in 2025 and why lending exceeded expectations. They discuss the drivers behind stronger-than-forecast activity, the impact of regulatory adjustments, evolving lender behaviour, shifting dynamics in buy-to-let, and what borrower choices between product transfers and remortgaging signal about confidence levels. The episode closes with a frank debate on housing supply, labour market pressures and whether exceptionally low arrears suggest the market may now be too tightly constrained. A sharp and forward-looking review of a year that proved more resilient than many predicted.