Homebuying Uncensored
The podcast you didn’t know you needed—but definitely should’ve had before you started house shopping. We’re serving up real-life stories from the homebuying trenches so you can dodge the messes, the meltdowns, and the mistakes that make people question their life choices. Our goal? Help you avoid disasters and make it through offer acceptance without needing a helmet (unless it’s new construction… then maybe keep the helmet).
Already own a home? Don’t tune out. We’re talking about the joys of homeownership—aka the surprises, the chaos, and the “why is this happening now?” moments—and how to fix them or avoid them altogether.
Thinking about becoming a landlord? (We said it. Out loud.) We’ll go there too. And yes, we even acknowledge that some people still rent—and that’s okay… we guess.
Bottom line: if you want honest info, real stories, zero sugarcoating, and advice you can actually use, this podcast is for you. No fluff. No mortgage-speak. Just the good stuff.
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Episodes
Thursday Feb 12, 2026
Thursday Feb 12, 2026
In this episode of Home Buying Uncensored, Brian Denton and Mona Wong explain why it’s never too early to get pre-approved and how early preparation can prevent disappointment and strengthen offers in a competitive market. They discuss the importance of trust, communication, and choosing the right loan officer and real estate agent over chasing small rate differences. The hosts also break down common pitfalls around credit pulls, affordability versus qualification, job changes, and opening new credit during the process. The key takeaway: ask questions early, communicate often, and work with professionals who truly advocate for you.
Thursday Feb 12, 2026
Thursday Feb 12, 2026
In this episode of Home Buying Uncensored, Brian Denton and Mona Wong break down what it really takes to win a home in today’s cutthroat market—without making reckless mistakes. They expose why most “3-second” pre-approvals are useless, explain how fully underwritten approvals and fast closings give buyers a real edge, and warn against waiving inspections or mortgage contingencies. From appraisal gaps to agent reputation, this episode delivers real-world strategy, not hype, for buyers competing in multiple-offer chaos.
Thursday Feb 12, 2026
Thursday Feb 12, 2026
Buying your first home can feel downright terrifying—and guess what? That’s completely normal.
In this episode of Home Buying Uncensored, Brian Denton and Mona Wong get real (and uncensored) about adulting, life-ing, and the emotional rollercoaster of buying a home. From jumping from $450 rent to a $1,200 mortgage, to buying a place because a baby is on the way (or twins…), they share their own very human first-time homebuyer stories.
They break down why buying a home is scary every single time, even for people in the mortgage industry, and why feeling anxious doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong—it means you’re normal. Along the way, they touch on rising home prices, sticker shock, career growth, unexpected life changes, and why preparation matters more than perfection.
Bottom line?Adulting is hard. Home buying is scary. Life throws surprises.But people survive it every day—and so can you.
Monday Feb 09, 2026
Monday Feb 09, 2026
Before podcasts, before cell phones, and back when mortgages were faxed (yes, faxed) to something resembling a VCR, Brian and Mona were already in the trenches. In this laugh-out-loud kickoff episode, they rewind to the prehistoric era of home loans—handwritten disclosures, two-week credit reports, and learning the business the hard way. Along the way, they explain why most people don’t dream of becoming mortgage brokers… and why that’s exactly why you should listen to them. Expect real stories, zero mortgage-speak, honest advice you can actually understand, and just enough sarcasm to keep your antennas up when someone tries to hose you. Education, entertainment, and Bloody Mary threats included. 🍹