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Protection, CONFIDENCE, and Freedom:Today's guest is an old friend of Jason's who was in the Army with him "back in the day." Join us as we catch up with Clint MacMiller to find out how he is helping individuals and teams learn about proper gun safety and the courses they provide. Visit:  https://nobleselfdefense.com/ for more information or to register for a course. Connect with Clint on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/clint-macmiller-6b48a3a8

Founder and CEO, Anthony Cosby, a United States Navy Veteran, is a man with a plan and PASSION.  He designed STZY socks to be both functional and comfortable, but also has a mission to give back to young athletes across the globe.  With his go-giver mentality STZY socks gives back every month to various school and sports programs to positively impact the lives of young athletes. To find out more about STZY Socks or to place an order for these incredibly comfortable socks, go to the link below. https://www.stzyofficial.com/pages/about-us

Command K9 Service Dogs provide professional service dog training for Disabled Veterans  FREE of charge.  They have a wonderful mission where they directly assist the Veteran to find and train a Service dogs to meet their specific needs.  They are truly Veterans Helping Veterans. They are tangibly working towards ending the 22 A Day Veteran Suicide Stigma by providing stability and hope through the use of their service dogs.They need assistance to spread their message and assist with donations.  If you are in Florida, specifically Volusia County, reach out and attend their events or consider being a sponsor for their events.http://www.CommandK9servicedogs.com/

Major Anthony Gantt, founder and CEO of At Ease quickly realized that PCSing a large family and attempting to stay in a hotel for 10-30 days is not ideal.  Many military families go through a personal change of station (PCS) at least once in their career.  Each experience is different, but almost every single one discusses the challenges being in a hotel room with your family for extended periods of time.  During one PCS, Major Gantt, put his family into an air B n B that had a full kitchen and rooms for his family, only to find out that he would not be reimbursed for his stay there because it was not approved.  So, he took matters into his own hands and created PCS At Ease with approved listings to PCS, Leave, TDY, and other government travel - for service members to choose from.  Check out the link below to learn more and use PCS At Ease during your next Military Travel adventure.https://pcsatease.com

We are on a short break and while we are, we just want to share a quick message from our sponsors.Jason takes us on a quick trip and explains how yes, as a Veteran, you can purchase multi unit properties using your VA Home Loan Benefit!

We are on a short break and while we are, we just want to share a quick message from our sponsors.

Scott Chesson is a former Naval Officer with 30+ years of business experience and 23 years of Senior Financial and Operational Leadership. Scott  created CFO4Vets to help provide education for small and growing businesses to learn how to establish their financial reporting, KPIs, and profitability analyses all while learning how to reengineer their financial statements.CFO4Vets is an aligned and trusted partner with our former guest Mark Mhley's Re4ormed.Go to https://chessolutionsllc.com/ to learn more and see if CFO4Vets is for you.

Janis Whitaker joined us to share about Vet CTAP and how they have adapted since COVID.Vet CTAP helps to assist transitioning military, veterans, guard & reserve, and military spouses by building personal confidence and enhancing their individual economic stability through job search skills training, practical tools, and one-on-one coaching.Essentially, they give them the essential fundamental skills to transition and now they are able to do it world wide since COVID and transitioning themselves to virtual classes.For more information go to https://www.vetctap.org/ or reach out via email info@vetctap.org.

Joshua Toeynes is the co-founder of Cardsetter.  He is a United States Navy Veteran who decided to follow his passion.  Cardsetter is an easy way to set up and create a website for your business or content creation.  Their focus is on helping to start your website.  They help by making their website simple and easy to use. If you are a creator that needs a space for your content, reach out to Joshua with Cardsetter.  If you want to view their features for yourself the website is below. https://cardsetter.com/

One Sexual Assault is TOO MANY. Shari Freeman is a person friend of our co-host Merranda.  Shari and Merranda met when Shari was the SARC at Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam and Merranda was going through a SAPR VA course.  Shari joins us today as the SARC for the Coast Guard under the Department of Homeland Security.   Shari is a subject matter expert in Sexual Assault prevention and response and shares an abundance of resources during her time on the show.Some resources that Shari recommended is:1.  Military Member DoD 24/7 SAFE Help Line:  877-995-5247 / Safehelpline.org.              * Also has a private chat group for survivors and has additional training for VA and other professionals.  Also has master list for SARC's and their phone numbers.2.  RAINN - Rape Abuse Incest National Network - This is a Civilian entity and can assist both military and Civilian Survivors.3.  Veterans Affairs office has Military Sexual Trauma (MST)  Program.  This program has therapy both individual an group therapy and you did not have to report your MST while on Active Duty. A resource from Merranda:  Saving Sailors #SavingSailors on Facebook.

Our recent guest, Emily Harmon is the founder of the Onward Podcast.  As a single mother she had to overcome a lot of adversity and challenges.  She overcame obstacles and when she finally left the government sector and recently retired, she decided to do something different with her life.  She chose to do something she was passionate about.  She turned her adversity into something that she can use to help others overcome.She is also an author of a book that she co-wrote called "How to become a GovCon Expert." The book is now available on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1733600965/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1If you are interested in a free copy of Emily Harmon's book that she co-wrote - We have 10 free copies to 10 wonderful listeners. Please email merranda.ramirez@rate.com and reference this episode for your free book!

Dan Yokoyama is a Oahu island Native, a US Army Veteran and West point grad who is motivated to continuing to help the Veteran Community.  He's continuing to serve even since leaving the Army. Dan has helped to facilitate the creation of Clark and Sampson 4Vets that partnered with Mark Mhley from Re4ormed.  The Veteran community will have a trusted and vetted insurance resource and this program will also give back to the Veteran Community via charitable donations.Reach out to Dan Yokoyama via LinkedIn for further information. 

Today’s show is a little unique for us, as it differs from our usual programming. Please note that we have combined two stories into one show. There may be trigger warnings in both shows that may affect you as a listener. Both individuals are Veterans who have had some rough times in the past but are doing their best to turn things around and start helping others. We in no way condone their previous actions but can admire and encourage their want to better their circumstances and continue to serve others.

"If we all do a little bit, we can make a huge difference." Rob Bowen is a go-giver. You know here at The Weekly J we LOVE genuine good and go-giving individuals, especially Veterans.Rob is CEO of Patriotic Insurance Group, but he also volunteers with Suits to Soldiers to help prepare Veterans for future job interviews. He has various other Non-Profits that he volunteers for, including equine therapy. He has continued to serve even since separating from the United States Navy.If you are interested in connecting with Robert for insurance needs to to be connected to donate or receive a suit from Suits to Soldiers, reach out and connect with him or go to saveasuit.org.

Did you know that there is a Veteran Tax Credit that you can use to help leverage yourself when on the hunt for a new job?Yeah we didn't either. Craig Washburn CEO of Veteran Tax Credit has not only been helping Veterans leverage this tax credit, but has also partnered with numerous Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs) to further assist the Veteran in their job search after service. Reach out to Craig Washburn for more details or go to the site below to find out more about Veteran Tax Credits.https://www.veterantaxcredits.com/

Bryan Quinn is a 30+ Year Retired Navy Veteran. He currently works at Lockheed Martin and decided to write a book and offer coaching sessions for interview practice and resume writing. He has wonderful techniques and examples that he offers in this episode. Additionally, we are offering 10 FREE copies of his book, Crush your Career and Bryan Quinn is offering a 1 hour free coaching session for each of the 10 individuals to win one of his books. Email Merranda.Ramirez@rate.com for a free copy of Crush Your Career By Bryan Quinn. First 10 individuals to email will receive a free copy of the book and will be connected with Bryan quinn for a free one hour coaching session.

Serving Veterans, serving his community, and helping the environment through his business in Raleigh, North Carolina. James Felts is owner of Jdog Junk Hauling and Removal Raleigh and he employs Veterans and not only helps his community, but he is able to give back through his business. James is a United States Army Veteran who runs his business in a manner that helps Veterans transition into civilian life. He gives his teams meaningful tasks and purpose. To reach out to James if you need bulk items removed or to see if he is hiring, you can reach him at james@sellsraleigh.com or https://www.jdogjunkremoval.com/.

If someone told you that you could get out of the military, use a portion of your GI Bill to do a 6 week course that could make you $40K - $60K a year (Or More) would you believe them?We recently connected with Grant Johnston with Airstreams Renewables and they are a skillbridge program looking for new recruits. They have 8 open and active locations throughout the United States and they will be having their grand opening of their 9th location in March right here on Oahu.Go to https://www.air-streams.com/Pages/Active-Duty-CSP for more information about the Airstreams Active Duty and Skillbridge opportunity. Go to https://dodskillbridge.usalearning.gov/ for more information of the DoD Skillbridge program.

Adrianne Phillips left the military with the thought that because of her Veteran status and Military training, she would be guaranteed a career. However, life didn't pan out the way she had planned. She hit rock bottom and was on the brink of homelessness when she was finally able to rise back up stronger than ever. She created the SAVI 501-3C to help Veterans who have recently retired or separated. Visit https://savivets.org to learn more.

His accent is anything, but posh, this man's accent is pure hood. Ravi Rajani shares tips on becoming a better speaker, like developing a persona as Beyonce does. He helps to transform leaders and team to speak with confidence and do so in a manner that leaves an impact. You don't want to miss the value that he provides during out show.

Our recent guest, Dan Dexter, is all about continuing to serve. A United States Army Veteran, now with a full beard, serves as a financial advisor for Northwestern Mutual. Take a listen for yourself to hear his advice and story of how he got to where he is today.You can reach Dan via phone or email at:Phone: (217)855-3816Email: daniel.dexter@nm.com

Welcome to Season 2 of The Weekly J.Have you ever wondered where the name TEAM BOOM or BOOM came from? Or wanted to hear someone's origin story? Today that is exactly what we wanted to share with you. Our very own Jason C. Scott shares his origin story and how the name BOOM came to be. We also discuss what he's doing now in the Veteran space and how our team Dynamic has developed under our fearless and ferocious leader.

We just wanted to say thank you to all of the guests we have on the show for the year 2020! Thank you for joining in on our shenanigans and sharing what you are doing for the Veteran Community. We can't wait for the new year and new season. Just a friendly reminder that if you know someone who should be on the show, or you yourself want to be on the show, please send a message to merranda.ramirez@rate.com and reach out to us.We are booking for the year 2021 right now!

In the Navy, to "Nuke It Out" is: To reason out a problem by eliminating obvious wrong answers. It Used to encourage someone to put forth more effort before giving up on a problem; however, it is also used to express that one is digging so deep into something that they end up overthinking it. That the task is so simple or uncomplicated and basically, you are complicating it.Our recent guest, on the last show for the year 2020, happens to be former nuclear engineer that after a pivotal moment in his life he completely "Nuked" it out on the Code of Federal Regulations as a way to cope. This then lead to the creation of Atlas Benefit Consulting that is lead in unison with his wife, Tashina.Kyle Peterson has an undeniable passion for helping the Veteran community. He dug so deep and has a vast understanding of what is entitled to the Veterans and proper procedures when it comes to assisting the Veterans in getting a better disability rating than they currently have.Tashina and Kyle work together with their team to provide the best customer service and skills to the Veteran community. Connect and engage with Kyle and Tashina today to see if they can assist you in getting a better rating through their Atlas Benefit Consulting.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-peterson✯mba-9936a367Email: Kyle@bevetstrong.comWebsite: https://bevetstrong.com/7 Secrets of Resiliency for Parents: https://www.amazon.com/Seven-Secrets-Resilience-Parents-Navigating-ebook/dp/B07GLJ4K1F Connect and Engage with Jason C. (Boom) Scott today for more education about your VA Home Loan Benefit. Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808) 798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncboomscott

Our recent guest wants to give you permission to dream again. He says to create your Emerald City. Create it and keep recreating it and ensure that everything you do moving forward with your life is to reach that goal.He is also CEO of Get Warrior Tough, his Mental Toughness Training Center and has written 4 publications; his proudest accomplishment was the publication of 7 Secrets of Resilience for Parents. Andrew Wittman's advice is vast in this episode. He says to make sure that you are always coachable and that you are allowed to tell the problem once, and that anything after that is complaining. Our Veterans learn this while on Active Duty, that is you bring a problem, there had better be a solution as well.The purpose of creating the emerald city is to have a 300 year plan with a 50,000 foot view.His message to Veterans that are about to get out is to prepare now and have your Emerald City in mind so you are always working toward that goal to leave a legacy. Connect and Engage with Andrew Wittman today to learn if his Mental Toughness Training is right for you. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-d-wittmanEmail: andrew@getwarriortough.comWebsite: https://getwarriortough.com/7 Secrets of Resiliency for Parents: https://www.amazon.com/Seven-Secrets-Resilience-Parents-Navigating-ebook/dp/B07GLJ4K1F Connect and Engage with Jason C. (Boom) Scott today for more education about your VA Home Loan Benefit. Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808) 798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncboomscott

"When somebody says I can't do something I say, hold my rip it, watch this." - Brian Arrington Our recent guests, yes that is plural, were from the infamous Vets2Industry (V2I) non-profit that has been all the rage among the Veteran community lately. V2I went live with their website in March 2019 and now has 24K Followers and climbing. They have already taught at some Military Transition classes and they have a train the trainer mentality. Where they freely give information, tools, and resources for the Veteran Community, and you know here at The Weekly J, We LOVE go-givers. According to the V2I team we had on the show, they gain another 1,000 followers every 9 days.Every 3 weeks they have virtual networking events that fill up quickly. COVID hasn't kept this group down, in fact they have flourished in providing goodness and value to our military community.Right now they need more to learn about V2I, they need more volunteers, and they need help share their message and they need sponsors to continue to help them grow.You can email support@vets2industry.com to become a sponsor or volunteer.Connect and engage with Brian Arrington, Alex Mimms, and Jason Keller today to learn more about V2I and how this world dominating organization might be able to help you or someone you know today. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianarrington933 / https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-mimms / https://www.linkedin.com/in/jkeller977Email: support@vets2industry.comWebsite: https://vets2industry.com/ Connect and Engage with Jason C. (Boom) Scott today for more education about your VA Home Loan Benefit. Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808) 798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncboomscott

Our recent guest is a Junior Enlisted Rep who shares with us staggering statistics about the Junior Enlisted community and their separation. Tyler Hoskins joins us from Hire Heroes USA and shares with us how and why they created a Junior Enlisted Program geared to seeking out junior enlisted separating sooner than the 36 month benchmark that they have noticed from their own statistics.Tyler, a Veteran himself, and one who experienced some of the same hardships he is now trying to prevent.They noticed, as many other VSOs have noticed, that senior leadership tends to start retirement 12 months out and sooner, but the junior enlisted community staggers into their midst way too late and many don't even know that these VSOs are available to them.That is why, we here at the Weekly J, felt it important to have the guests on the show that we do. Connect and engage with Tyler Hoskins today if you, or someone you know is in need of transition assistance or will be transitioning soon and they need to start preparing. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-hoskins1Email: thoskins@hireheroesusa.orgWebsite: https://www.hireheroesusa.org/ Connect and Engage with Jason C. (Boom) Scott today for more education about your VA Home Loan Benefit. Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808) 798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncboomscott

We are at the epitome of knowledge when it comes to our recent guest.She has many years in the hiring and recruiting industry. She wants to hire more Veterans, but has some words of wisdom to share with them on how they can approach this industry a little better.She is here today to help you in speaking about her experiences and how you might be able to avoid some past mistakes; as well as, some tips on resume writing for the job that YOU want. Kathy Hammond is a close friend of ours and is packed full of valuable information from the “civilian” world. On today's show we discuss how Kathy words Business to Business with sophisticated sales. We discuss how she wants to hire more Veterans and her experiences with some of those she has worked with. One Veteran stood out to her as someone who was willing to learn and take initiative. In the civilian world, you have to tailor resume as a marketing tool for the job you want. Every single bullet is a marketing tool and it is living and breathing according to Kathy. Outside of the military the question remains of “what can you do for me.” Her number one word of advice is if you are wanting to do sales, even at an entry level, get in with a larger company and moonlight there for a while. She feels they have valuable tools and assets to set you up for success. Connect and engage with Kathy Hammond today for more words of wisdom. Check out her valuable recruiting micro videos that she shares weekly. She is a resource you want to have in your back pocket. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathyhammondsalesEmail: khammond@salesfitstaffing.comWebsite: https://www.salesfitstaffing.com/ Connect and Engage with Jason C. (Boom) Scott today for more education about your VA Home Loan Benefit. Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808) 798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncboomscott

Today's guest is our very FIRST Army Veteran to be on the show since we revamped, The Weekly J.We dig into a wonderful adventure with Sharron Stewart, who is the Texas Veterans Commission, Women Veteran Coordinator. We discuss her time in service and what she does to help the Veteran Community.She discusses the importance of having someone to guide the women Veterans. She even mentioned some hard truth about the Woman Veteran that many of them separate or retire, often with children, and that they don't wait for the leadership position that they earn. They often take any position that opens up because they are focused on security and stability. She may be stationed in Texas, but she helps any Veteran who comes her way.Her curious mind and strong attitude show her passion and compassion for helping these Veterans. She assists anywhere from resume writing, to finding them help with bills and housing, to assisting them in the job network, etc. Reach out and connect and engage with Sharron Stewart today to see how she can assist you or a Veteran you know.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharronstewart777Email: sharron.stewart@tvc.texas.govWebsite: www.tvc.texas.gov Connect and Engage with Jason C. (Boom) Scott today for more education about your VA Home Loan Benefit. Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808) 798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncboomscott

Our recent guest is a true firecracker. She has a heart of gold and a mind that is full of knowledge.Our recent guest you may remember we had her husband on a few weeks ago, but she has been paving her own way outside of her “military spouse” title, so, we just had to have her on her own show.Nila Thompson has been helping service members and their families for years and when her husband retired they made a vow to ensure that they would continue to be pillars in their community. Bruce caught wind of an opening for a position with Veterans Ascend and Nila was determined to earn a chance for that position. Since being with Veterans Ascend she has advocated to Veterans and their families this amazing opportunity. The best part is, there is NO resume writing! WHAT?! You can use Veterans Ascend for FREE.Nila is also passionate about changing the tune for Military Spouses and have society remove the term “dependa.” There are so many spouses that are truly doing wonderful things in their community, and COVID has really shined a light and allowed the Military Spouse to thrive. Everything going on right now with COVID the Military Spouse have not skipped a beat. They changed, adapted, picked their family up, and continued with life. Now is the time to take a page from their book because COVID is very similar to a deployment. This is one thing both Merranda and Nila heavily agreed upon.Connect and Engage with Nila Thompson today to find out more about how Veterans Ascend can help you as a business or you as a spouse, service member, and Veteran.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leonilathompsonEmail: service@veteransascend.comWebsite: https://www.veteransascend.com/ Connect and Engage with Jason C. (Boom) Scott today for more education about your VA Home Loan Benefit. Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808) 798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guaranteedrateaiea/

WE WANT YOU!!! It is our 60th EPISODE of Season 1. After we had a cancellation we decided to take to "the stage" for just a Merr and J sesh. This episode we discuss the recent Career Path in Lending Brief that we hosted, we discuss some of the amazing guests we have had on the show recently, sprinkle in a little personal baby fever talk, and most importantly, we ask for YOUR HELP. How dare we? As for help? WHAT?????!! Don't worry it is totally painless. At the end of our show we ask for you to submit information about amazing Veterans or Service Members that you know. Since the mission of our show is to highlight Veterans, Service Members, and Organizations that directly support Service Members, Veterans, and their families, we decided to reach out to our community. Please, send an email to merranda.ramirez@rate.com and submit the name of the person and provide their contact info and why you think they might be a good fit for our show. You can also call Jason directly at 808-798-9054 if you prefer to discuss on the phone why you or someone you know should be on the show. Let's set a time to talk story and get to know one another and what you have been doing! We look forward to hearing from you. NEXT WEEK, we have Mrs. Nila Thompson joining. You do not want to miss this absolutely amazing woman and what she has to say. Connect and Engage with Us today for more Weekly J and for any information about your VA Home Loan Benefit; OR if you need help with your LinkedIn Profile or social media needs. Merranda Ramirez LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/merrandaramirezEmail: merranda.ramirez@rate.comJason C. ScottJason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808) 798-9054Website: https://www.rate.com/jasonsLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncboomscott

Rarely, do you meet someone who checks all boxes of “bad-a$$ery.”Well folks, we found someone who checks all those boxes.We would like to introduce you to, jack of all trades, Retired United States Marine, Bruce Thompson.Bruce has amazed us with everything he does and continues to do for our Veterans and Service Members, AND their families. He is the true definition of a servant leader and Veteran advocate.He is co-founder of Vets on TAP, he is an active mentor for Veterati, active member and Vice President of Operations for Vets2Industry, promoter of all Veteran owned businesses, and so much more.Join the show today to listen for yourself the journey of this amazing individual and hear his heart on why he continues to serve.Connect and Engage with Bruce Thompson today to see if he has a recommendation on the best path for you based on your current journey. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brucethompsonmbaEmail: bruce.thompson.mba@gmail.comWebsite: https://vets2industry.com/ : https://www.veterati.com/ : https://www.facebook.com/vetsontap/ : https://fourblock.org/ : https://hiremilitary.us/ Connect and Engage with Jason C. (Boom) Scott for more education about your VA Home Loan Benefit. Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808) 798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncboomscott

Our recent guest took us on a wild journey. From interviewing in his car in a National Park, to getting kicked out of said park because it was closing down, discussing his RV life and buying a new home, and discussing how he has seen lives changed and lives saved from the organization he works for. Veterans PATH holds retreats that are for Veterans and taught by Veterans. Our show uncovers one pillar within Veterans PATH and we learn how lives are changed and lives are saved. Jon Macaskill’s journey is relatable because of the dark spiral he, himself, was on. Then he found mindfulness meditation. Did he rethink his psychiatrist when he recommended mindfulness versus medication? You bet he did. Did he listen and continue to try what his psychiatrist recommended? He sure did. That is how he was led down the Veterans PATH. Join today’s adventure as we learn more about Jon’s journey and learn more about how Veterans PATH might just save you or someone you love.Connect and Engage with Jon Macaskill today to join Veterans PATH and see if mindfulness healing is an option for you. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonmacaskillEmail: jon@veteranspath.orgWebsite: https://veteranspath.org/Connect and Engage with Jason C. (Boom) Scott today for more education about your VA Home Loan Benefit. Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808) 798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guaranteedrateaiea/

Our recent guest met Jason through a brief he attended, during his transition, about Navigating the VA Home Loan. The pair immediately hit it off.Jason Keller, a recently retired Master Sergeant from the United States Air Force, attended a brief, not expecting the HEAT he got and the amount of information he received. He ended up deciding to purchase a home with Jason Scott as his lender.Even during these COVID times, he was able to close on his new home in 3 weeks.Not only did Jason get a home, but he also received a new Ohana and place to call home when Jason and Jason became friends.Join our adventure today as we discuss the Navigating the VA Home Loan Brief, Vets2Industry, other tips and tricks from recently transitioned Jason Keller.Connect and Engage with Jason Keller today for advice on transitioning and to be connected with the organizations that helped him throughout the process.Jason KellerLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jkeller977Email: jstnk91303@sbcglobal.netConnect and Engage with Jason C. (Boom) Scott today for more education about your VA Home Loan Benefit. Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808) 798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guaranteedrateaiea/

That is what our recent guest proclaimed during our interview. However, we completely disagree with that statement. Mark Mhley is anything, but average. After a long career in the United States Navy, working as a Top Gun Instructor, duties on JSOC, and then finally ending as an Annapolis Navy Academy Instructor, he finally decided to retire. As an instructor his personal goal was to ensure that the future generation was better prepared for their 9/11 than we were for ours. Mark wanted a simple life where he could get a dog and ride his bike to work. When he retired, he finally accomplished that goal, and thus began his entrepreneur journey. After some ups and downs, Mark finally was able to start the small business of Re4ormed. Re4ormed helps Veterans and their spouses on their entrepreneur journey by providing them with carefully matched services and businesses. Connect and Engage with this anything, but Average, Retired Naval Officer, Mark Mhley today to learn more about how Re4ormed can assist you during your entrepreneur journey. Web: https://re4ormed.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-mhleyEmail: markmhley@re4ormed.com Connect and Engage with Jason C. (Boom) Scott today for more education about your VA Home Loan Benefit. Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808) 798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guaranteedrateaiea/

That is the direct mission for the 501(c)(3), Veterans Produce. If you go to their website, that is one of the phrases you will see in big and bold lettering, that Food is the MOST Basic Human Need.We do not feel that anyone can counter that statement. That statement is what makes us stand beside our recent guest, in his organization’s fight to eradicate veteran hunger due to homelessness.Food is not a privilege. Healthy food should be afforded to all. Nutritional health is vital for growth, development, and clear minds. Our recent guest, TC Beckett, believes that this should be a fundamental part to any transitional program.Teaching Veterans how to grow their own food while using aquaponics and hydroponics techniques, is another facet of what TC does with his non-profit organization.What had us motivated to help TC and have him on the show to spread his message and help raise funds for a new green house, was the fact that he currently works two jobs, and has his own business. He is working hard to keep his 501(c)(3) at optimal working capacity.If you are in the Lewisville, Texas area, reach out to TC to see if you can assist in volunteering and learning his process. He is also looking for managers that can assist in the operation of the greenhouses. Most importantly, he is in desperate need of donations so he can build a larger greenhouse that will produce more food for the Veterans and food banks in his community. Connect and Engage with “The Chief” TC Beckett today to learn more about how he is helping Homeless Veterans and Communities combat hunger.Web: www.veteransproduce.orgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tangocharlieEmail: veteransproduce@gmail.comConnect and Engage with Jason C. (Boom) Scott today for more education about your VA Home Loan Benefit. Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808) 798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsLinkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/guaranteedrateaiea/

A compassionate human being, who cares about the development, and growth of others. That is how we would describe our recent guest.It is no wonder that his position is: Community Relations Specialist for the University of Phoenix, Kapolei, Hawaii. He's a husband, father, soccer coach, Toastmaster President, passionate leader, community volunteer, and community liaison. He gives freely and is constantly uplifting others around him.We had to have him on the show! Join us as Michael shares what it means to be a phoenix, what it means to have GRIT, and the importance of community.Connect and Engage with Michael today to see what community events are available for both Veterans and Civilians.Web: https://www.phoenix.edu/campus-locations/hi/kapolei-learning-center.htmlLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-aviles-49230059Email: michael.aviles@phoenix.eduConnect and Engage with Jason C. (Boom) Scott today for more education about your VA Home Loan Benefit. Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808) 798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsLinkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/guaranteedrateaiea/

The Weekly J #53This young man is going to be President.There is nothing more refreshing than a millennial that has a good head on his shoulders and has a clear direction. That is exactly what we got with Mr. Matthew Galloway. He is the director of development for the Illinois Chapter of Student Veterans of America and he is a United States Navy Veteran.When we say we want to highlight Veterans who are AMAZING, Matthew is just the tip of the iceberg. He spoke eloquently and passionately about the various organizations he has been involved with since his separation from service.Matthew's passion to continue to serve is evident as he strives forward with a Master’s Degree in Public Administration that has an emphasis on entrepreneurship in non-profit. There is not even any money in that!If that does not say go-giver, we don't know what does.Join this podcast to see exactly what Student Veterans of America is and how it might be able to help you or someone you know.This is a must-listen as this very well could be a chance to hear a future president, the perfect gentleman, Matthew Galloway.Connect and Engage with Matthew Galloway TODAY to see he can assist you if you are an Illinois Veteran and attempting to go to college. He can point you in the right direction if you want to set up your own chapter for your school!Web: https://www.svaillinois.org/Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/matthewjgallowayEmail: Matthew.galloway@svaillinois.orgConnect and Engage with Jason C. (Boom) Scott today for more education about your VA Home Loan Benefit. Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808) 798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsLinkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/guaranteedrateaiea/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GRofOahu/Instagram: https://instagram.com/grofoahuEmail: JasonS@rate.comTAGS #Herecomestheboom

The Weekly J #52Have you ever met someone and you knew they were amazing? Then you actually talk to them and they completely surpass your expectations?Well, that is how we feel about the CEO and Co-founder of Centurion Military Alliance (CMA), Ms. Chaunte Hall.She is fierce, a Veteran, and a strong woman advocate. While many may know this about her, through our conversation with her, she is so much more.She is a loving mother of two homeschooled children, working towards her doctorate, an advocate for health, fitness, and academia, co-authored a multidisciplinary curriculum with her father, and the list goes on...Is there anything Chaunte can’t do?What we know for certain, is she attributes her success to her family and support system. We confirmed during our conversation that you really don’t get to where you are alone. There is always SOMEONE who helped you achieve your goals, ambitions, and dreams.Whenever you mix three of the five branches of service together on one call (Airforce, Navy, and Army) it is bound to be a raucous environment!We discussed the importance of being a Leader and to recognize how leadership roles vary greatly when transitioning from Military Service to a civilian career.We discovered the how and the why CMA was actually created.You need to listen and enjoy this amazing story to learn more about Chaunte Hall. Connect and Engage with Chaunte Hall TODAY to see how she and Centurion Military Alliance (CMA) are serving our Military Community.Web: www.cmawarrior.orgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chaunte-hall/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/CMAWARRIORTwitter: https://twitter.com/CMA_WarriorEmail: chaunte.hall@cmawarrior.orgConnect and Engage with Jason C. (Boom) Scott today for more education about your VA Home Loan Benefit. Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808) 798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsLinkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/guaranteedrateaiea/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GRofOahu/Instagram: https://instagram.com/grofoahuEmail: JasonS@rate.com

Coming back at you in episode 51, it's just the crew catching up and talking about what all we're looking forward to through the end of the year.Merranda Ramirez is now officially co-host and Cliff is stepping back a bit from the podcast as he steps into a new role.Contact Jason today about your home loan mortgage needs!Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808)798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsLinkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/guaranteedrateaiea/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GRofOahu/Instagram: https://instagram.com/grofoahuEmail: JasonS@rate.com

Jason discusses the importance of PCI's (Pre-Combat Inspections) and PCC's (Pre-Combat Checks) apply to daily life. Especially when it comes to a boating adventure with the family and how a $7.95 part for the boat kept them from going out and potentially turning the day into a disaster!

Just a quick episode where Jason talks about the life we live in now and how it's affecting himself, people at large, and how you've been affected! No calls to action, no pearls of wisdom or nuggets, just ramblings of a regular person, just like you!

The Weekly J #50Jillian Fiero of Mutual of Omaha joins Jason today to talk about life insurance. She is on Oahu and tells the story of how her grandfather got her into the biz. It’s a very informative conversation you’re not going to want to miss!Also, we’re going on a production hiatus for the month of July but that doesn’t mean we’re going anywhere. Keep your eyes peeled for some exclusive content coming your way this summer!Contact Jillian about any of your life insurance needs!Jillian FieroPhone: (808) 492-3741Email: jillian.fiero@mutualofomaha.comContact Jason today about your home loan mortgage needs!Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808)798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GRofOahu/Instagram: https://instagram.com/grofoahuEmail: JasonS@rate.com

The Weekly J #49Merranda Ramirez mixes it up with Jason and Cliff this week as she tells the story of how she went from being a client of Jason’s to being his Business Development Coordinator. She’s also a veteran having served in the Navy and she and Cliff compare notes about the active duty to civilian transition. The whole episode is a fun and inspiring conversation about finding your worth, chasing your dreams, and accomplishing your goals.Contact Jason today about your home loan mortgage needs!Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808)798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GRofOahu/Instagram: https://instagram.com/grofoahuEmail: JasonS@rate.com

The Weekly Jay #48This week Jason talks story with Michael Dill, a VP with Guaranteed Rate based in Tampa, Florida. Michael is also an Army veteran and has specialized in VA home loans for ten years. The two get into it about the value of community service, how other loan companies like to charge higher interest rates, and how versatile the VA loan really is. The wealth of knowledge these two share is something you don’t want to miss!Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808)798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GRofOahu/Instagram: https://instagram.com/grofoahuEmail: JasonS@rate.comMichael Dill (NMLS: 412489)Phone: (813) 606-5363Web: https://www.rate.com/michaeldillInstagram: https://instagram.com/thenewvaloanSnapchat: https://snapchat.com/hustle_smarterEmail: michael.dill@rate.com

The Weekly J #47WATCH ON YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HQ7R8jZk1UThis week Jason invites Porteia Falls, a loan originator from his team, and her husband Jay onto the Weekly J to discuss Black Lives Matter and what's going on in our country, and around the world and how we can work toward a real positive change. They’re also both veterans, so they bring a unique perspective to #BLM conversation. They talk about life in America and on military bases as a black family, how they have to give their kids “the talk” when it comes to how they interact with law enforcement officers, and how that’s affected how they themselves grew up.It’s a really great, open, honest, and often hard conversation to have, but definitely one that needs to be had (along with many others to follow) and we hope you get something good from this episode.Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808)798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GRofOahu/Instagram: https://instagram.com/grofoahuEmail: JasonS@rate.comPorteia Falls (NMLS: 1717800)Phone: (808)339-3919Web: https://www.rate.com/loan-expert/porteiafallsInstagram: https://instagram.com/porteiafallsEmail: Porteia.Falls@rate.com

Rebekah Medlin of the Hawaii USO joins Jason this week to discuss the partnership between Guaranteed Rate and the USO as well as getting into some of the services the USO provides to active duty service members and our veterans. Rebekah is the Pathfinder Site Manager at the Hawaii USO. The Pathfinder program helps prepare service members for reentry into civilian life. It helps them sharpen their job searching skills such as resume building, interview tips and tricks, and the differences between interacting with your platoon downrange versus coworkers and colleagues in the office and how to spot a TPS report at 1,000 yards (j/k?).Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808)798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GRofOahu/Instagram: https://instagram.com/grofoahuEmail: JasonS@rate.comRebekah MedlinWeb: https://hawaii.uso.org/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HawaiiUSO/

This week Jason welcomes Charlotte Johnson - Realtor- aka CJ - of Keller Williams Realty all the way out of Louisiana! CJ is a Navy veteran and entrepreneur who's no stranger to hard work. She and J actually encountered each other during a dust-up while trying to help process a loan. But what could have led to a blow-up turned into a friendship of mutual admiration and respect! A great example of talking through an issue and LISTENING to one another.Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808)798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GRofOahu/Instagram: https://instagram.com/grofoahuEmail: JasonS@rate.comCharlotte Johnson (CJ)Phone: (985) 205-2770Web: https://www.ceejaysells.kw.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ceejaysells/Instagram: https://instagram.com/ceejaysellsEmail: ceejaysells@kw.comWatch it on YouTube!https://youtu.be/TrFPRB2s_G8

The Weekly J #44Rory and Rustan Tongg join Jason to talk about their history and how they each got into the home-buying industry - Rory as a loan officer and O.G. business partner with Jason at Guaranteed Rate, and Rustan as a real estate agent, co-owner of tongg+partners, a top producing real estate team with Keller Williams Honolulu. Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808)798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GRofOahu/Instagram: https://instagram.com/grofoahuEmail: JasonS@rate.comRory Tongg (NMLS: 1166302)Phone: (808) 892-2680Web: https://www.rate.com/loan-expert/rorytonggFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RoryTonggGuaranteedRateAiea/Instagram: https://instagram.com/rorytonggEmail: rory.tongg@rate.comRustan Tongg Phone: (808) 649-8882Web: https://www.realtyinhawaii.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tonggpartners/Instagram: https://instagram.com/tonggpartnersEmail: realestate@tonggpartners.com

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6TyBYIJYmUToday Laurie Moore, Executive Director of the Armed Services YMCA Honolulu (ASYMCA) joins Jason to talk about how the ASYMCA helps and serves active duty and retired military families with all their fun and enriching programs! If you are active duty or retired, go to https://asymca.org to see what they can do for you, also be sure to donate to the cause!Contact the ASYMCA today!Website: https://www.asymcaHI.org/Instagram: https://instagram.com/asymcahawaiiFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ASYMCAHawaii/Phone: (808) 473-3398Contact Jason for your VA Home Loan Mortgage needs!Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808)798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GRofOahu/Instagram: https://instagram.com/grofoahuEmail: JasonS@rate.com

Click here to watch the video version!https://youtu.be/b6CMQGz3WGEPreston Schmidli and McBilly Sy of the Good Vibe Squad zoom in this week to talk with Jason about how they formed the Good Vibe Squad and the role destiny played in it; they talk about the importance of synergy and knowing your role to stay in your lane to guarantee success; and they talk about the risks and rewards of partnership and how that played into the formation of their incredible team. They also go into how when you put good into the world, good will come back to you!Get in touch with the Good Vibe Squad today!https://goodvibesquad.comhttps://facebook.com/prestonlovesmark...https://facebook.com/mcbillyhttps://instagram.com/mcbillyContact Jason for your VA Home Loan Mortgage needs!Jason C. Scott (NMLS: 1160791)Phone: (808)798-9054Web: https://www.rate.com/jasonsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GRofOahu/Instagram: https://instagram.com/grofoahuEmail: JasonS@rate.com