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How to Create a Successful Mortgage Loan Officer Business Plan

Create a business plan that will set your mortgage business apart from your competitors. This guide will cover the basic steps to building your business plan.

December 9, 2021 Read more

Mortgage

What Happens If You Fail the NMLS Test?

Passing the NMLS test isn't easy. This guide will help you map out a plan of attack to boost your chances of passing the NMLS test on your second attempt.

December 9, 2021 Read more

Real Estate

What Should Real Estate Agents Know About Mortgage?

The real estate and mortgage industries are tightly intertwined. As a real estate agent, here are some things you should know about the mortgage world.

December 8, 2021 Read more

Real Estate

The Best Books for Real Estate Agents

Find a good read for every step of your real estate career in this guide. This guide includes ten of the best books for real estate agents that you need to add to your to-be-read pile immediately.

December 6, 2021 Read more

Real Estate

What Is a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) & How Do Real Estate Agents Use It?

Real estate agents conduct a comparative market analysis (CMA) to set the listing price of a property. A well-calculated comparative market analysis (CMA) can make the difference between a losing effort and a successful sale. 

December 6, 2021 Read more

Real Estate

Why Do So Many People Fail the MLO Test?

Are you gearing up to take the SAFE MLO Test? Find out why prospective MLOs say this exam is difficult, and learn some tips to help you pass on the first try.

December 2, 2021 Read more

Mortgage

2021 Mortgage Trends

Curious about the mortgage market, current mortgage trends, and what makes mortgage rates change so quickly? This data will satiate your mortgage curiosity.

November 30, 2021 Read more

Mortgage

How Do MLOs Make Money?

Between commissions, salaries, and bonuses, Mortgage Loan Officers are paid in a variety of ways. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of how MLOs make money.

November 30, 2021 Read more

Mortgage

Other Professions That Can Become MLOs

With low-interest rates and a hot market, the mortgage industry is booming. Should becoming a Mortgage Loan Originator be the next step in your career?

November 30, 2021 Read more

Mortgage

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