InstaMortgage founder new host of California MBA podcast

“The mortgage industry is filled with great people that are focused on providing opportunities for homeownership,” Shekhar said. “I have always been inspired by the people I meet in this industry. This podcast gives listeners a chance to come along with me while I learn about each guest and help share their stories.”

California MBA DE&I Committee chairperson Ian Rambarran shared how Shekhar was chosen to host the podcast: “We wanted an industry leader with deep experience in mortgage lending diversity, equity and inclusion to host the relaunch of our podcast,” Rambarran said in a prepared statement. “We found Shashank to be the ideal host. His personal growth story is inspiring and he has the unique ability to encourage our guests and motivate our listeners.”

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Shekhar is one of the leading mortgage experts in the country and the author of Amazon best seller, My First Home: A step-by-step guide to achieving the ultimate American Dream. He is an avid blogger and his blogs are regularly featured on some of the top lending and real estate websites. A noted entrepreneur, he has earned accolades for the extraordinary growth of his company. InstaMortgage is one of the fastest-growing mortgage companies in the US and the fastest-growing private company in Silicon Valley. In 2017 and 2021, InstaMortgage (originally Arcus Lending) was named to the 500 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the US. Shekhar was named 2022 Entrepreneur of the Year and a winner of the Stevie Awards. Originally founded in 2008, the company rebranded as InstaMortgage in 2021.The company has clients across 26 states.

The California MBA is the only statewide association solely dedicated to representing the real estate finance industry in California by providing on-the-ground advocacy in the State Legislature, and before government agencies and regulators. The California MBA also hosts numerous educational conferences, webinars, and programs to keep you up to date on the latest information and analysis. Additionally, it provides its members and the industry with valuable networking opportunities to help you find new business opportunities.