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The Required Education for a Mortgage Loan Officer

Are you interested in becoming a Mortgage Loan Officer? Here’s a complete overview of the education required to become a licensed mortgage professional.

November 30, 2021 Read more

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The SAFE Act of 2008

What does the SAFE Act of 2008 have to do with being a Mortgage Loan Originator? Find out how this legislation applies to you as a mortgage professional.

November 30, 2021 Read more

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Credit Scores and Their Impact on Mortgages

Credit scores impact the mortgage rate your clients are able to secure. Here’s an overview of how credit scores affect your clients’ mortgage options.

November 29, 2021 Read more

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Top Expenses of a Mortgage Loan Originator

Unsure of the costs tied to working as a Mortgage Loan Originator? Here are the top expenses and fees you should expect to see while working as an MLO.

November 29, 2021 Read more

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How to Be an Ethical Mortgage Loan Officer

Being a Mortgage Loan Officer requires you to make decisions that best suit your clients. What does being an ethical MLO mean, and how can you achieve it?

November 29, 2021 Read more

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How to Identify and Avoid Commercial Mortgage Scams

Every industry has their fair share of scams, including mortgage. What does commercial mortgage fraud look like, and how can you and your clients avoid it?

November 14, 2021 Read more

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The History of Mortgages

Mortgages have been around the U.S. since 1781, and as the economy evolves, so does the mortgage industry. How have mortgages changed since their inception?

November 5, 2021 Read more

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How to Identify and Avoid Residential Mortgage Scams

Every industry has their fair share of scams, including mortgage. What does residential mortgage fraud look like, and how can you and your clients avoid it?

November 5, 2021 Read more

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What Is an NMLS Number & How Is It Used?

Federal law in the United States requires that every Mortgage Loan Originator and Broker register with the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System & Registry (NMLS) upon completion of their respective state licensing requirements.

October 13, 2021 Read more

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Big City Exodus: Where Is Everyone Moving To?

City emigration from NYC, CHI, LA, & SF due to COVID-19 is accelerating a decade-long pattern of people leaving the harsh concrete jungle for a better quality of life.

September 15, 2021 Read more