From Foreclosure to Freedom: How Mike Russell Helps Homeowners Reclaim Hope

In this powerful episode of Brick by Brick: Wealth Building Conversations, host Loren Wernette sits down with Michael "Mike" Russell—a real estate broker turned nonprofit founder—to explore how one man's financial collapse sparked a mission to rescue others from foreclosure.Mike shares his journey from the top of the real estate game to losing it all—bankruptcy, divorce, foreclosure—and how he clawed his way back with purpose. Today, he’s the founder of Hope 4 Hardship, a nonprofit offering free foreclosure counseling and advocacy to homeowners in distress. No fees. No fluff. Just results.We talk about:The real emotional toll of foreclosure—and how Mike’s lived itWhy mindset shifts matter more than moneyHis 80–100% success rate with engaged clientsHow banks are more flexible than most people realizeWhat homeowners must do the moment they miss a mortgage paymentThis episode is a must-listen for anyone feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn. Mike proves that with the right guidance, you can turn things around—one decision at a time.Michael "Mike" RussellFounder, Hope4Hardship.orgPresident, Century 21 Signature Properties📧 Email: [email protected]📞 Phone: (508) 501-5800🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mike-russell-3395baa🌐 Website: https://hope4hardship.orgPR Contact: Steven Dubin📧 Email: [email protected]📇 Guest Contact Info