While some mortgage brokerages have an in-house loan processor, many are looking to third-party processing companies to meet the needs of their growing pipelines. But the home loan process can be a very personal experience for borrowers, and mortgage loan originators (MLOs) may feel cautious about handing them off to an “outsider.” Establishing a positive relationship with your outsourced mortgage … Read More
Refinance or Purchase a New Home? How to Help Your Customers Decide What is Best for Them
Towards the end of 2020, mortgage rates hit historic lows thanks in part to the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, millions of homeowners realized they could refinance — or afford a new home — and mortgage applications rapidly rose. By December, rates had dropped down to 2.67% for a 30-year fixed-rate — more than a full percentage point lower than the 3.7% average … Read More