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As a coach, it's rare to find someone as growth-minded as Monty: he doesn't just embrace change, he acts on it, turning insight into action faster than almost anyone I've worked with. That same drive shows up in Lending Unleashed: a leader who refuses to separate professional excellence from personal integrity, building something far bigger than production numbers. Every loan officer serious about a lasting career needs to read this.
Josh Sigman
Owner, Legacy Mutual Mortgage · $1.5B+ in Personal Loan Production · Co-Founder, Impact Elite Coaching
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I have witnessed Monty Felts in his arc of transformation. He's evolved from the person who can create success into the expanded version: a man with the emotional maturity and capacity to hold onto success and whose purpose is to build a legacy that pours into others around him. It has been my honor to have a front-row seat to watch his relentless pursuit of personal leadership. Bravo, my friend.
Niki Salter
Reinvention Coach · Top 3 Loan Officer in San Antonio since 2014
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Success in this industry isn't about working harder forever. It's about becoming the person who can build the systems, habits, and leadership required to operate at a higher level. Over the years, I've watched Monty consistently invest in his growth, challenge his own limitations, and apply what he learns to create greater impact for his clients, partners, and team. This book is more than a collection of business lessons. It's a blueprint for loan officers who want to stop operating on talent alone and start building the foundation required for long-term success. The principles inside these pages can help readers avoid years of trial and error and reach their goals faster.
Oleg Tkach
#1 Loan Officer in Washington State for 3 Straight Years · $200M+ in Annual Personal Loan Production · Co-Founder, Impact Elite Coaching
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Over the years, I've learned that success is rarely determined by talent alone. The people who create lasting impact are the ones who commit to continuous growth, develop other leaders, and remain focused on serving others at a high level. Those principles are woven throughout this book. What I appreciate about Monty is that he understands success is not simply about personal achievement. It's about creating opportunities for others, building meaningful relationships, and helping people become more than they thought possible. This book provides practical lessons for anyone who wants to grow their business, expand their influence, and build a life of significance rather than simply a career.
Robert Stevanovski
Founder of ACN Inc. · Inspirational Guide to Young Entrepreneurs
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I have known Monty for several years and have had the privilege of coaching him over the last year. During that time, I have watched him evolve from a successful loan officer into a respected leader within our industry. His growth has been driven by intentional development, disciplined execution, and a genuine commitment to serving others. Monty leads with integrity, vision, and purpose, and I have no doubt he will continue to make a lasting impact on our industry for years to come.
Gavin Ekstrom
$3.4B+ in Team Loan Production · Top 1% Nationally for Personal Loan Production · Co-Founder, Impact Elite Coaching
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I've had the privilege of walking alongside Monty through a personal immersion focused on building a life of intention, impact, and legacy, and what stands out most is his relentless willingness to invest in himself so he can pour more into others. Monty understands that lending is not just about transactions. It's about relationships, trust, and creating lasting value through genuine connection. The man behind Lending Unleashed is the same man I see with his beautiful wife Emily and their three children: someone committed to building a Legacy and living it long before he leaves it. Go Be Great.
Ben Wilson
Stewards $360M+ in Assets · Leads 27 Companies
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Monty is the best connector I've ever met. As my lending partner and one of my closest friends, I've had a front-row seat to his growth as a leader. He's genuinely focused on serving others first, helping them grow, helping them win. That's not a strategy. It's who he is. He wins by helping others win. So will you.
Brian White
20 Year Sales Leadership Veteran in Fortune 50 Company · Servant Leadership Expert
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I've known Monty Felts for nearly six years and have had the privilege of watching him grow as a business owner, leader, husband, and father. What sets Monty apart is his servant-leadership mindset. He consistently puts others first, follows through on his commitments, and is always looking for ways to help people grow. This book isn't just about achieving business success; it's about becoming the kind of person capable of creating lasting success through leadership, faith, relationships, and service.
Collin Edmonds
3rd Generation Farmers Insurance District Manager · Outstanding Connector of People
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Monty is, without exaggeration, one of the best connectors and networkers I've ever seen, but what makes him worth following is the character underneath it. I've watched him take hard feedback, grow, and refuse to quit when most people would. If you want to build a career that lasts, learn from someone who's actually done it.
Brianna Castillo
RE/MAX 40 Under 40 · Top 0.5% of Realtors Nationally
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Monty's super power is connecting people and relationships. In the mortgage business you find yourself doing things you don't love to survive, however I have seen Monty grow his business so that he spends most of his time doing the things he loves to do and has a team that supports him in the other things. It's been great to see Monty spending more time doing the things that bring him joy. Ultimately, that is what we all want, a business that we spend most of our time doing the things we love with the people who mean the most to us.
Joe Soto
$100M+ in Annual Loan Production · Loan Officer Coach
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I have always been amazed by Monty Felts' unwavering passion for helping people succeed. Whether in business or in life, Monty is constantly sowing seeds of encouragement, wisdom, and opportunity into others. The Bible says in 2 Corinthians 9:6, 'Whoever sows generously will also reap generously,' and Monty is one of the most generous sowers I know. This book is more than a guide for loan officers: it's a blueprint for building a thriving business by serving others, creating genuine relationships, and adding massive value every step of the way. The lessons Monty shares have the power to transform not only your business, but also the way you lead and serve those around you.
Jeff Street
Senior Vice President at ACN Inc. · Leadership Keynote Speaker
