A mortgage can be one of your greatest allies for building wealth, or it can be a noose around your neck. It all depends on how you use it. To sidestep the biggest mistakes is to know what they are. And few are more experienced than Sarah Thomson. After more than 20 years as a broker and over 1 Billion in loans written she's seen it all.  Also in this episode:  The hidden value a broker provides (that can be pivotal) How brokers get paid (and how they don't get paid) Red flags to look out for when choosing a broker The most costly mistakes to avoid when taking on a mortgageKnowing how to partner with the banks to win the wealth game is critical. And in this episode, you get a peek inside Sarah's playbook. Join the Private Podcast Community Click here to access free courses and trainings, build new habits, and connect with us and others on the journey to financial self reliance. Other links 👇 Money mentorship: Click here to start putting what you've been learning into practice. Corporate program: Click here to find out more about our workplace program Follow us on Instagram: Click here to see behind the scenes of our business and learn more about personal finance in bite-sized chunks.