Mortgage Training and Education Licensing

The confusing thing for many consumers is distinguishing the difference between fixed-rate and adjustable-rate mortgages when buying a house or refinancing a mortgage loan.

Like to congratulations to Alex Carlucci for his 4 million dollar closing at GCA MORTGAGE GROUP. Like 👍 to thank Alex the three-legged monster Carlucci of Gustan Cho Associates Oakbrook Terrance Illinois on his personal inspiration on how he closes multi million dollar loans month after month. Alex Carlucci told me his inspiration is this video he watches besides the YouTube videos of himself. This video is what gets him going day in and day out. Kudos, To My Hero Alex Carlucci the three-legged monster 👻

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Forums are powerful for you to generate organic traffic which in turn get call to action and get those organic traffic converted to customer leads. Watch this video. We will cover more on the power of FORUMS to succeed and using FORUMS TO BE YOUR MARKETING PLATFORM as a loan officer or real estate agents. Here are some effective strategies for using online forums to generate organic traffic and leads:

1. Identify Relevant Forums Research and join forums where your target audience is active. Look for large, authoritative forums in your industry or niche.
2. Create a Value-Driven Profile Set up a complete profile with your name, photo and a compelling bio highlighting your expertise. This builds credibility.
3. Engage Consistently Don’t just drop links – participate actively by answering questions, offering advice and creating high-quality content contributions. Build relationships.
4. Add a Signature Link Most forums allow signature links back to your site or landing page. Keep it simple, compelling and relevant.
5. Share Original Content Post original data, research, case studies or unique insights that provide massive value. This exhibits your authority.
6. Seed Strategic Questions Occasionally ask questions related to your products/services to organically promote awareness and sharing of solutions.
7. Offer Consultation/Support Provide free consultation or support to members having relevant problems/needs you can help with. Share insights then suggest exploring further.
8. Give Away Premium Content Like guides, checklists or templates related to your expertise. Incentivize with exclusive subscriber content.
9. Feature Customer Success Share customer success stories, reviews or use cases relevant to the forum’s interests.
10. Host Contests/Giveaways Run contests or giveaways forum members can enter by visiting your site and completing an action like subscribing.

The key is to focus on providing immense value first. Build authority, rapport and trust – then you can steadily convert interested members into leads or traffic.

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Join us this afternoon with CEO Mike Kortas on WHY NEXA Mortgage at 1 pm CDT. Every Thursdays 1 pm CDT on WHY NEXA Mortgage is where you should start your mortgage loan origination career. CEO Kortas is hands down the best Chief Executive Officer in the mortgage industry hands down. If you can’t make today’s WHY NEXA MORTGAGE ZOOM call with CEO KORTAS, CEO Mike has a WHY NEXA MORTGAGE ZOOM CALL every Thursdays at 1 pm CDT

Here’s the link

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What do they mean by being a high-cost mortgage loan? How would you answer this question on high-cost mortgage loans?

Robert took out a high-cost loan in Utah for $250,000 at 90% LTV at a rate of 11% and kept the loan for two years. Robert is now paying off the current loan amount of $247,617. What is the maximum prepayment penalty that can be charged under the Utah High-Cost Loan Rule? Calculate using simple interest.

Here is the answer to the above question:

Six months of interest at 80% of original value $250,000/90% (0.90)=$277,777 value x 80%= $222,222×11%(0.11)=$24,444/12×6 months= $12,222.

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How does adjustable rate mortgages work? What are the three numbers X/X/X on ARMs? Can someone help me with this question about adjustable rate mortgages?

Matt has obtained a 30-year 3/1 ARM mortgage loan for $150,000 on a beautiful four-bedroom two bath home in the suburbs. The start rate was 3%. The rate caps are 4/2/8. The margin is 3%. The index was 4% at the start of the loan, 4.25% at the end of year three, and 6.5% at the end of year four. Which of the following rates would reflect the interest rate that will begin in year number five?

Getting a loan officer website to generate organic leads takes a lot of dedication and time. However, we can help you get there on this forum eLearning section. Here are some effective strategies to help your website generate more organic traffic and leads:

1. Optimize for Search Engines (SEO):
2. Conduct keyword research to identify relevant keywords your target audience is searching for.
3. Incorporate those keywords strategically throughout your website content, titles, meta descriptions, and image alt text.
4. Ensure your website is mobile-friendly, loads quickly, and has a clean, user-friendly structure.
5. Build high-quality backlinks from reputable websites to improve your website’s authority and search rankings.
6. Publish High-Quality Content Regularly:
7. Create valuable, informative, and engaging content that addresses your target audience’s needs and interests.
8. Optimize your content for search engines by including relevant keywords and phrases.
9. Vary your content formats (blog posts, videos, infographics, guides, etc.) to appeal to different preferences.
10. Promote your content through social media, email marketing, and other channels to increase visibility and engagement.
11. Leverage Social Media:
12. Establish an active presence on relevant social media platforms where your target audience is active.
13. Share your website’s content and engage with your followers to build relationships and drive traffic to your site.
14. Consider running social media ads or sponsored posts to increase reach and visibility.
15. Implement Email Marketing:
16. Build an email list by offering lead magnets (e.g., ebooks, whitepapers, checklists) in exchange for email addresses.
17. Send regular newsletters, updates, and promotions to your email subscribers to nurture relationships and drive website traffic.
18. Segment your email list and personalize your messages for better engagement and conversions.
19. Optimize for Local SEO (if applicable):
20. Claim and optimize your Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business) listing with accurate and consistent information.
21. Encourage customers to leave reviews, as positive reviews can improve your local search rankings.
22. Include your business’s name, address, and phone number (NAP) on your website and ensure consistency across all online listings.
23. Analyze and Improve User Experience (UX):
24. Ensure your website has a clean, intuitive design and navigation structure.
25. Optimize for user experience by addressing pain points, reducing friction, and providing a seamless user journey.
26. Use tools like heat maps, user recordings, and analytics to identify areas for improvement.
27. Leverage Partnerships and Collaborations:
28. Identify complementary businesses or influencers in your industry and explore partnership opportunities.
29. Guest post on others’ blogs, co-host webinars or events, or collaborate on content to tap into new audiences.
30. Continuously Monitor and Adjust:
31. Regularly analyze your website’s traffic, user behavior, and conversion data using tools like Google Analytics.
32. Identify what’s working well and what needs improvement, and adjust your strategies accordingly.
33. Stay up-to-date with the latest trends, algorithm updates, and best practices in SEO, content marketing, and digital marketing.

Remember, generating organic traffic and leads is a continuous process that requires patience, consistency, and a data-driven approach. By following these strategies and adapting to the ever-changing digital landscape, you can increase your website’s visibility, attract your target audience, and ultimately drive more leads and conversions.

How many states have NMLS Branch Office to Residence requirement to get licensed as a mortgage loan originator.

Congratulations on another nice five-star customer review for Alex Carlucci of NEXA Mortgage, LLC dba Gustan Cho Associates. Alex Carlucci always goes above and beyond for his borrowers and everyone becomes Alex’s life long friend.

I have never purchased mortgage leads since I started the mortgage business. Are there any good mortgage lead companies?

THIS Message is for Mr. Mike Neill. Can GCA Oakbrook Terrace get loan officers from AXEN do third party processing? Mr. Bill Burger-King said we could. Can we explore that possibility.

To become a loan officer, you need to complete a 20 hour pre-licensing course and pass the 125 hour three hour national NMLS federal exam. The key in passing the national NMLS exam is to go through hundreds of practice multiple choice question. I highly recommend Angie Crippen of On Course Learning. Angie is hands on and will go above and beyond to get you what you need, whether it is now passing the 125 hour course or throughout your mortgage career. Below is the link the NMLS mortgage licensing school On Course Learning with Angie Crippen as our account executive.

https://gustancho.com/mlo-license-school/

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Does any loan officers know how much tri-merger credit report fees will be increased to?