Where did you grow up?
Bedford

What was your most interesting job before going into lending?
Golf Pro

What do you do to relax when you’re stressed?
Sit in my back yard with my wife and enjoy a glass of wine.

If you could meet any well-known figure (living or not), who would it be and why?
Winston Churchill. It would be amazing to have a glass of bourbon and smoke a cigar with him.

Where is Dallas-Fort Worth’s best-kept secret?
Truck Yard

What do you love most about the industry?
Every person and family has a different story!

What is the most difficult aspect of your job?
Convincing people that a 6.5% mortgage rate is actually good compared to the last 50-year average, which is 7.72%.

What are you binge-watching/reading/listening to lately?
“Landman”

What’s your favorite meal in Dallas-Fort Worth?
Salsa Mexican Food

Architecturally speaking, what is your favorite building in Dallas-Fort Worth?
Either the Perot Museum or the Fountain Place building

What’s the weirdest thing that’s ever happened to you on the job?
While I was having a conversation with a gentleman on the phone, he decided to go to the bathroom and I could hear everything!

What’s one thing people might be surprised to learn about you?
I’ve literally have walked in Michael Jordan’s shoes!

What’s your favorite vacation spot and why?
San Jose Del Cabo, just north of Cabo San Lucas. So relaxing and great whale watching!

In 10 words or less, what is your advice for someone new to the lending industry?
It takes three years before you will feel comfortable.

What are your social media handles?
jeffsimpsonknowsloans