How to Throw a Customer Appreciation Party
Saturday, June 24
Past customers are the key to long-term success in the mortgage business. A customer appreciation party is one way to show your past customers that you are their mortgage consultant now and in the future. It is the best way to meet your customers after the loan has closed and once again thank the...
Which Mortgage Program Is Best For You?
Saturday, June 17
There are many types of mortgages. It is to your advantage to know about each mortgage type before you start searching for your next home. Most people apply for a fixed-rate mortgage. In a fixed rate mortgage, your interest rate stays the same for the term of the loan, which can range from 10 to ...
Properly Managing Your Referral Network
Saturday, May 20
Referrals from past customers and networking partners are the lifeblood of a successful loan officer. If you are a newly licensed loan officer or a seasoned pro, growing your sphere of influence through your past customer data base and networking are the keys to sustained success.Continual contac...
Avoid These Common First-Time Homebuyer Mistakes
Saturday, April 15
Buying your first house can be an exciting and thrilling time. Take some extra time before your home search and educate yourself on loan types, down payment assistance programs, your buying power, and decide what features are most important in your new house. A little preparation upfront will und...
Closing Costs Breakdown for Home Buyers and Home Sellers
Saturday, April 08
If you are buying or selling a home, you will have to pay closing costs. Closing cost typically range between 2 and 6% of the sales price of the house, but vary greatly depending on the sales price, location of the property, loan type, and lenders fees. The following list of fees are standard cos...
Zero Down Mortgages for Veterans
Saturday, February 18
The United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers zero down mortgage financing to qualifying veterans. The VA designed this mortgage, which is guaranteed by the Veterans Administration as a long-term financing option to eligible American veterans or their surviving spouses (provided th...