Michael Neef - RE Tech Leader

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

Founder at Pre Approve Me LLC

Beaverton, Oregon, United States

Overview

Michael Neef is the CEO of Pre Approve Me LLC, a mortgage technology company he founded. With extensive experience as a loan officer and branch manager, he builds custom software to improve the customer experience and streamline the home loan process. Colleagues describe him as creative, knowledgeable, and a true professional.

After dreaming about the concept for 13 years, he launched a national MLS home search feature that he had first sketched in a mockup back in 2012.

Personality Overview

Direct & Assertive

Big Vision Person

Fast But Thoughtful

They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.  They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together. Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.

Topics They Care About

Mortgage Technology
As the founder of Pre Approve Me, he builds custom software and mobile apps designed to improve the home buying and lending process for all parties involved.
The Buyer Journey
He focuses on engaging potential borrowers early in what he calls the "Dream Phase, " well before they are ready to apply for a loan.
Marketing & Referrals
His company's technology is heavily focused on helping loan officers and realtors drive new referrals and engage with potential new clients in a competitive market.

Media Appearances

Michael has no verified media appearances

Work History

2-2013
Founder at Pre Approve Me LLC
10-2008 - 7-2014
Branch Manager at American Pacific Mortgage DBA Modern Mortgage
8-2007 - 10-2008
Home Loan Consultant at Countrywide Bank
10-2006 - 8-2007
Loan Officer at American Home Mortgage
11-2005 - 11-2006
Loan Officer at American Financial Lending

Education

Michael has no verified education history

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Exp : 20 Location : Beaverton, Oregon, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Founder at Pre Approve Me LLC
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Insights For Selling To Michael

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Come across as a trustworthy professional and be respectful, they usually know their game
  • Focus on the results that your product produces, expect some strategic questions in return
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside

DONT's

  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Michael is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Michael

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Michael move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Michael take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Michael

Personality Compatibility


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