Last year we saw great real estate inventory demand, which led to shortages all over the country. In fact, existing-home sales reached their highest pinnacle in 15 years. This leads many to wonder if things will normalize in 2022. Luckily, home price growth is slowing,
As a loan officer, it's important that you are taking a variety of steps to reach out to those who are in the market for their first home. This is because they may not know how to find you or what your role is in
The mortgage industry is constantly changing alongside the fluctuations of the real estate market. While it's impossible to predict the future of the industry with certainty, experts have identified a few key trends that are likely to affect mortgage lenders and borrowers over the course
As a loan officer, you only make money if you are able to sell loan products to those looking to buy a home. If you want to generate revenue on a consistent basis, you'll need to develop strategies to consistently grow your client base. Fortunately,
There are many scenarios in which it may be advantageous for a homeowner to refinance his or her mortgage. As a loan officer, you will likely have an opportunity to generate revenue for yourself each time a client does so. However, should you be actively
When the real estate market in your area is hot, it can feel like there's a never-ending stream of mortgage borrowers lined up around the block to work with you on getting a loan. As the market starts to cool off, however, your pipeline can
If you're looking to close more mortgage loans, you'll need customers who qualify. Personal finance classes are not common in high schools, and many potential borrowers have poor role models when it comes to finances. This is why it's important to help prospective home buyers
Unless a real estate buyer is paying the entire asking price in cash, they're going to need a loan. Thus, it's not surprising that the best real estate agents have a list of reliable loan officers they can call on to help clients get approved
Online competition among mortgage lenders is growing, but you can stand out if you understand the mindset of today's prospective borrowers. In 2021, consumers are used to getting what they want when they want it. In fact, it can take seconds after someone lands on
First-time buyers can be a steady source of referrals for years if you treat them properly during their home search. Fortunately, you can meet the needs of this type of buyer by listening when they talk about themselves and what their ideal homes look like.Buyers