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GCA FORUMS HEADLINE NEWS: WEEKEND EDITION For Saturday February 15, 2025: Great Content Authority News, Headline Weekend Edition for Saturday, February 15th, 2025, will cover the mass amount of unaccountable funds discovered by Elon Musk’s Office of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The fraud and misuse of government funds discovered by DOGE is shocking not just to politicians but also to the American people as well as world leaders. Elon Musk’s discovery of the amount of fraud and corruption is a wake-up call on how financially irresponsible the United States is and what kind of wasteful spending is going on. The Trump Administration said that many of the government agencies will be abolished and/or restructured. The Federal Reserve Board and the Internal Revenue Service is under the radar of DOGE and are expected to get audited. Many insiders say Elon Musk and the DOGE Team expect to find mass fraud and corruption in the Federal Reserve Board and the Internal Reserve Board. All types of government spending will be supervised, audited, and scrutinized. President Donald Trump fired all probationary federal workers effective immediately. If Fraud, Corruption, as well as the dollar being backed by Gold and Silver happens, inflation will come to an abrupt end and America will be Great Again. Inflation is out of control due to the Federal Reserve Board printing money and diluting the U.S. monetary system. Viewers and members of GCA FORUMS NEWS are welcome to participate on GCA FORUMS NEWS on both the Daily Edition and the Weekend Edition.
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GCA FORUMS Housing and Mortgage News-Weekend Edition Saturday, February 15, 2025: I this GCA Forums Housing and Mortgage and Mortgage News, we will be covering the likelihood of dropping mortgage rates, the affordability of buying a new home, The Federal Reserve Board News on interest rates, the yield on the 10-year U.S. treasuries, home prices throughout the United States, Elon Musk’s DOGE plans on auditing and potentially abolishing the Federal Reserve Board, the Internal Revenue Service, and the CFPB, the privatization of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the likelihood of a potential real estate and financial crash worse than the 2008 financial crisis, the soaring rate of inflation, the unemployment numbers, the consumer pricing index, the U.S. economy, going back to the gold and silver standard, how the deportation of millions of illegal migrants impact the housing and mortgage markets, inventory versus housing demand of single-family homes, and how DOGE’s plan of auditing federal agency has the impact of the housing and mortgage markets. If you can input your opinion, data, and forecast of the national housing and mortgage news, it would greatly appreciated.
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GCA Forums NEWS Mortgage and Real Estate News for Wednesday, January 29th, 2025: Here’s an update of Great Content Authority Forums Daily Mortgage and Real Estate News. Many Americans are perplexed when President Donald Trump is talking about the housing values being stabilized and we will not have a real estate crash like we did with the 2008 real estate and financial crisis. President Donald Trump also made a career-changing bold statement that mortgage rates will drop and should drop below 5.0%. Most Americans know that President Donald Trump says what he means and does not talk out of his rear end, but many Americans who are homebuyers, homeowners, and real estate investors are questioning how our 47th President of the United States can make such a bold statement, NOT JUST ONCE, BUT MANY TIMES OVER AND OVER since becoming and being sworn in as the 47th president.
Home prices are dropping, there is a hyper-surplus of inventory, homebuilders are offering historic discounts and incentives, and home affordability is within reach of new homebuyers and homeowners. Inflation is skyrocketing, and wages are not keeping pace with inflation. Many homeowners who purchased a house in 2023 and 2024 with rates in the high 6.0% were banking on the mortgage rates dropping below 5.0%, but the opposite happened. The Dow Jones Industrials are at an all-time high and not expected to make a market correction. The ten-year treasuries are at an all-time high and did not correct or go lower after the Feds cut rates the past two times. Actually, when the Federal Reserve Board lowered rates the last two times, the ten-year treasuries went higher, thus making the mortgage rates higher. Everything is defying odds. How are gold and silver prices per ounce, and what are they forecasted to be for 2025? Bitcoin shot up over $100,000, which does not make any sense and defies all logic.
Mortgage rates today are 7.11% on conventional loans for prime borrowers, but home prices went down substantially due to more inventory versus demand for homes. More inventory of homes versus demand diminishes the equity of people’s homes, thus throwing a major hurdle on rate and term refinance and more so in cash-out refinance due to the diminishing equity of people’s homes. Many, if not most, mortgage companies are operating in the red and are borrowing money for their operations, hoping the mortgage and real estate markets are going to change for the better. Many mortgage loan originators (both from direct lenders and mortgage broker companies) and real estate agents are leaving the business for other careers. What will the Federal Reserve Board announce today with rates? Rates are supposed to remain the same. Will President Donald Trump’s statement have any merits, or was that just political talk? Is another housing market crash waiting to happen? Is President Donald Trump’s statement on the Federal Reserve Board lowering rates going to happen? Are we going to see more mortgage loan originators and real estate agents leaving the mortgage and real estate industries? What is the housing market forecast for 2025? What are mortgage rates forecast for 2025? What is the Federal Reserve Board expected to announce today and forecast in 2025?
Why is President Donald Trump so confident about the mortgage and real estate markets? I really trust the content, especially GCA FORUMS News, because GCA FORUMS News is never biased and calls out discrepancies and does not favor any political parties. GCA FORUMS News is always out to post and publish mortgage, business, housing, and real estate news that is the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. I would appreciate it if you could cover all aspects of the above top points and add any recent updates.
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Mortgage-Housing and Real Estate News for Friday, January 24th, 2025: The real estate and housing market is deteriorating. There is a hypersupply of homes by home builders. Mortgage rates are still at historic highs, there is hypersupply, which means more inventory by home builders than demand by home buyers, especially in Texas and Florida, property taxes are increasing due to the assessor’s office of counties throughout the United States inflating assessment values, and home prices are dropping in the southeast, south, and eastern and western states. It is a homebuyer’s market when it comes to new construction homes. The median income of workers in the United States has barely gone up, but everything else around you, including homes, has skyrocketed. Homeowners insurance, property taxes, home prices, and homeowners association premiums have all skyrocketed. President Donald Trump has been asked this week about mortgage rates, and he replied that rates will drop. The journalist asked if Federal Reserve Board Chairman Jerome Powell will adhere to his request of dropping rates. President Donald Trump said that the Fed Chairman, Jerome Powell, will listen to him no problem. We all believe in President Donald Trump. He does what he says, and he says what he does. In the meantime, new home builders are slashing prices like never before in history. Here is a more comprehensive mortgage-housing-business-and real estate news update for GCA Forums Daily Mortgage and Housing News. Viewers of GCA Forums News are welcomed to post, reply, and comment on our Daily GCA Forums News Sections as well as GCA Forums News Weekend Edition:
GCA Forums: Complete Mortgage, Housing, and Real Estate News Update for Friday, January 24, 2025Market Summary
The latest US housing report shows a multifaceted landscape. Home values are constantly shifting; there is a clear sector imbalance of housing supply and demand, and mortgage rates are peaking at the highest level they have ever been.
Mortgage Rates
January of this year shows that an average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is ready to meet buyers at 7%, and this number doesn’t seem to be going down anytime soon. This high rate continues to challenge affordability for many prospective homebuyers.
Housing Inventory and Market Dynamics
National Shortage:
- Even when it feels like there is an oversupply of houses in certain areas, the United States anticipates a shortage of over 4.5 million homes.
- This shortfall is mainly the result of regulatory hurdles and stagnation in new home creation activity after the Great Recession.
Regional Shifts:
- Texas and Florida: Builders and developers observe overwhelming demand in these states.
- As such, they can sell newly constructed homes, even at inflated prices.
- The existing inventory is being updated through new constructions that help to meet the demand.
Southeast and Coastal States:
On the other hand, these regions south of the Midwest, including Eastern and Western coastal states and the Southeast, are witnessing a drop in home value, positively impacting the buyer-friendly market.
Homeownership Costs and Property Taxes
All over the country, homeowners are struggling with increased property taxes, which stem from high mitigation valuations from county assessor offices. Furthermore, elements of homeownership costs like insurance and homeowners association dues have also increased, leading to less disposable income for households.
Presidential Remarks on Interest Rates
President Donald Trump has openly expressed his support for decreasing interest rates. He is confident that the Federal Reserve will follow through on its promises. The Federal Reserve functions independently. Therefore, changes to these active interest rates will stem from other economic circumstances.
Market Responses and Homebuilder Strategies
Major homebuilders have adapted the way they operate in response to these adverse market conditions:
D.R. Horton:
- The largest homebuilder company in the US performed better than expected in the first quarter, knowing the marketing class they catered to for lower-grade houses by offering increased credit term length and MasterCard rate filters for ordering lower-grade houses.
Lennar Corp.:
- Lennar is also shifting its focus to offering more seller incentives and building more economically to remain competitive.
Market Outlook
According to industry specialists, home sales will grow marginally during 2025, driven by the robust job market and rise in housing inventory. However, stubbornly high mortgage rates and increasing costs associated with homeownership are likely to remain a problem for buyers and sellers alike. All stakeholders should monitor policies and market developments as the year progresses.
GCA Forums News for January 24, 2025: New Changes in the United States Housing Market
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Top U.S. Headline News from GCA Forums News For Friday, January 24th, 2025: Very busy week for President Donald Trump. President Trump ends birthright citizenship. He is also moving with fast speed on deportation efforts in all major metro cities, such as Chicago, Newark, and Boston. The new president is declassifying the assassination of JFK, RFK, and MLK files, so he is honoring his word about having a transparent America. National News Kamala Harris and Doug Emoff are divorcing, as well as Barack Obama and Michelle Obama are divorcing because of a romantic affair between Barack Obama and Jennifer Aniston. California wildfires continued on with a new wife two days ago, but the fires are under containment. However, California has another major issue to deal with. Rain is on the forecast, and mudslides and toxic runoffs are concerns. Russian President Putin is making a deal with President Trump on ending the Russia and Ukraine War if the U.S. hands over Dr. Anthony Putin so he can be tried for crimes against humanity in Russia. President Donald Trump’s cabinet picks are getting confirmed. Former Senator Marco Rubio is confirmed as the new Secretary of State, Pam Bondi confirmed as U.S. Attorney General, and Pete Segseth as the U.S. Secretary of Defense. Form Congressman John Radcliffe was confirmed as the Director of the Cental Intelligence Agency (CIA). Comprehensive detail Headline News from the Daily Great Content Authority Headline News Update for Friday, January 24th, 2025.
GCA Forums News: Full U.S. Summary of Events That Took Place on January 24, 2025
Actions Taken By The Presidency
President Trump implemented an executive order this week seeking to end birthright citizenship, which remains valid to this day. However, a federal judge in Seattle is currently holding on to Trump’s executive order, claiming its validity can be challenged under the 14th Amendment of the US Constitution.
Expansion of deportation exercises:
- Chicago, Newark, and Boston are the focus points of concentrated deportation attempts.
- In Boston, ICE apprehended several individuals, including a purported member of a Haitian gang.
- He was vocally against deportation and instead advocated for the prior administration.
- As a part of his campaign promise for transparency, Trump has ordered the unsealing of files of the assassination of John F Kennedy, Robert F Kennedy, and Martin Luther King Jr., which was promised in his first week of office.
Legislative Changes
Although some factions within the Republican Party opposed it, President Trump’s nominated cabinet members have been able to appoint Marco Rubio as Secretary of State and Pam Bondi as the Attorney General.
California’s Southern Region Wildfires
California’s southern region wildfires have grown. The Hughes fire close to Castaic Lake has easily surpassed 10,000 acres and, as a result, forced evacuations.
The region is now facing grave issues, especially with the forecasted rainfall, which increases the chance of mudslides and fills regions with toxic runoff.
Corporate Closures:
As part of a larger strategy to prove its retail footprint, Macy’s will permanently close 66 stores, including one at Superstition Springs Center in Mesa, Arizona. This is expected to be completed by January 2025.
Foreign Affairs
Middle East Ceasefire:
The United States, Egypt, and Qatar have combined forces to negotiate a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Both the latter Biden administration and the Trump administration sought to advance the resolution of this issue.
Economic and Strategic Relations
President Trump has revoked the United States’ participation in an OECD tax agreement that sought to place a minimum global tax on multinational corporations. This clearly illustrates a new stance against globalist policy. The change likely indicates a new tax war, particularly on foreign firms investing in the US.
Public Contributions and Sociological Remarks
Showbiz:
- Jimmy Kimmel chastised the House Republicans for commencing a second inquiry into the January 6 insurrection, claiming that those efforts would be in vain.
General Public Points:
- Trump’s policies and executive strategies have drawn public and media concern, showcasing the divide among bipartisan lines.
This week has been characterized by major policy changes, administrative actions, and shifting global and local relations under Donald Trump’s presidency. The country is trying to cope with these changes against environmental problems and social issues.
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National Daily Comprehensive Mortgage, Real Estate, Business, and Economic News, including the latest stock and bond markets, gold and silver prices, crypto currency, rates, and overview of important housing and finance news in the United States for Friday, January 10th, 2025.
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I had both German Shepherd and Doberman Pinscher dogs all my life and currently have Doberman Pinschers. Both Doberman Pinschers and German Shepherds are phenomenal dogs. Both Doberman Pinschers and German Shepherds are extremely intelligent dogs, if not the top two smartest dogs in the world. Both Dobermans and Shepherds to not need any training but are self trained. They watch their owners and learn by themselves. They quickly pick up what is the right thing to do and what type of behaviors is not condoned. However, I prefer Doberman Pinschers vs German Shepherds due to various reasons. Both Doberman Pinschers and German Shepherds are highly intelligent, trainable breeds. However, knowing that any dog—regardless of its breed—needs training and socialization is essential. The belief that dogs do not need these or are “self-trained” can result in behavior problems.
That being said, here are some reasons why people might prefer Doberman Pinschers over German Shepherds:
Agility and Size: Dobermans have a more streamlined build, which makes them more agile than German shepherds. Doberman’s streamline build. This makes them suitable for different tasks or living arrangements.
Grooming Needs: A Doberman Pinscher’s coat is shorter, so grooming requirements will be less than those needed by a German shepherd, whose fur is longer.
Health Concerns: Compared to GSDs, Doobies may experience fewer issues with hip dysplasia and elbow diseases. Both breeds can suffer from health problems, but this happens more often in one breed than the other.
Nature: They’re described as “velcro-like” because they tend to stick closely with their owners whenever possible.
Barking Level: In certain living situations, such as apartments where noise should be minimal, barky GSDs would not fit into such homes, while quieter dobes would suit perfectly well without disturbing anyone else’s peace during quiet hours.
Looks/Sleekness Factor: Some individuals prefer muscularly built dogs like dobes instead of fluffy ones like German Shepherd dogs. German Shepherd dogs shed everywhere around the house all day long. Knowing somebody loves them unconditionally, even if nobody else does, makes them feel good about themselves ever again until death separates them apart. Amen!
Heat Tolerance Levels (for Southern states): Short hair means coolness during summer when temperatures rise above 80 degrees Fahrenheit, but it still warms up enough not to freeze winter nights. Either way, either direction works out best all year round here down south, where the sun shines nonstop day year-round, and long-term life expectancy wise, too!!!
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WHAT IF YOUR CREDIT REPORT CHANGES DURING THE MORTGAGE APPROVAL PROCESS? WHAT HAPPENS IF YOUR CREDIT SCORES GOES DOWN OR UP DURING THE MORTGAGE PROCESS? AM I STILL QUALIFIED FOR A MORTGAGE IF MY CREDIT GOES DOWN DURING THE MORTGAGE PROCESS?
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What are compensating factors and the importance of compensating factors in mortage lending?
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What constitutes a mortgage loan application? How does the mortgage loan application work? What is an “application” that triggers an obligation to provide a Loan Estimate? What is the loan estimate? What are the rules and regulations on the loan estimate and how does the process work?
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How do you get a bankruptcy trustee approval to get approved for a mortgage during the Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. What is involved in getting a court trustee’s written approval letter for Chapter 13?
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What is credit supplement for? When does a mortgage client need to do a credit supplement during the mortgage loan process?
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What do you do if you didn’t know you had a judgment against you and is 11 years old and in the middle of a USDA loan?
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Can you do an FHA streamline refinance multiple times? What if you do a FHA streamline refinance now at 6.0% from the current mortgage rate you have at 7.25% and rates drop to 5.0%. Can you do another FHA streamline refinance over and over again?
Considerations For Refinancing:
Good Timing: Given recent drops in mortgage rates, now may be ideal. Therefore, FHA/VA Streamline Refinances could also apply here since they require little paperwork and no appraisal, making them easy options for homeowners wishing for fast rate reductions.
Possibility Of Multiple Refinances Over Time If Rates Keep Falling: Generally speaking, homeowners should expect lenders to allow multiple refinancings when lower mortgage rates continue falling, so long as each time meets lender standards and fees payable upon every occasion if necessary.
Current Mortgage Rates:
- 30-Year Fixed 6.49%.
- FHA 30-Year Fixed 6.18%.
- VA 30-Year Fixed 5.91%.
- 15-year fixed rate=5.58%.
These changes are meant to increase transparency and fairness during real estate transactions. Home buyers need to understand these new laws and their corresponding agents for smooth operation within the industry towards compliance issues avoidance.
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What is occupancy fraud. How is occupancy fraud determined. Is occupancy fraud a serious crime? Would a mortgage lender send an investigator to check on the borrower’s occupancy type? How do lenders verify owner occupancy. What happens if the borrower committed occupancy fraud, what are the consequences. Who gets in trouble if there was occupancy fraud committed. Who investigates occupancy fraud.
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What are judgments? What are deficiency judgments? What are examples of judgments? Can you please run a few case scenarios how a derogatory or delinquent account turns in a judgment? Can I get a mortgage loan with a judgment? How do I clear up a judgment? Can I vacate a judgment? What are considered judgments? What are the four types of judgments? What happens if a defendant does not pay a judgment? What happens after a judgment is entered against you. What does a judgment for the defendant mean? What is a default judgment? How long is the statute of limitation on judgments? How can you resolve a judgment and get on the road to rebuilding your credit.
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What is delayed financing and how does delayed financing work? What are the disadvantages of delayed financing? What is the 90 day rule for delayed financing. What is the difference between delayed financing versus cash-out refinancing. What are the benefits for delayed financing. What type of mortgage loan program does delayed financing apply to? Does Texas have special rules and guidelines on delayed financing?
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What is considered payment shock by mortgage lenders. How do lenders calculate payment shock. What is considered low payment shock. How is low payment shock considered a compensating factor. Can you give a few case scenarios of payment shock.
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How is the Pennsylvania housing market forecast? How much is an average price of a house in Pennsylvania? What cities in Pennsylvania have the best bang for the buck on homes and the best school districts. How is home prices in Pennsylvania compared to the rest of the nation. How is the economy and job market in Pennsylvania. How is the cost of living and taxes in the state of Pennsylvania. Is Pennsylvania a good place to raise a family. Is is smart to relocate to Pennsylvania from other states? What states are people moving from to Pennsylvania. What are the best cities with the lowest crime rate and affordable housing in PA a homebuyer from out of state should look at in Pennsylvania.
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What are the mandatory waiting period after bankruptcy and foreclosure on FHA, VA, USDA, Conventional, Non-QM, and Jumbo Loans? What are the waiting period after the various types of bankruptcy (Chapter 7, 11, 12, and 13) to qualify for a mortgage loan for primary homes, second homes, investment property, and commercial loans. What are the waiting period after the various types of housing event such as foreclosure, deed-in-lieu of foreclosure, short sale to qualify for a mortgage loan for primary homes, second homes, investment property, and commercial loans.
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Is it possible to become a first-time homebuyer in California? What is it with California that people want to live in that state? California has high crime rates, double the home prices than other states, high cost of living, high cost of goods and services, high regulations, and high unemployment rates. What makes people want to stay in California?
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What is the difference between mortgag bankers, correspondent lenders, mini-correspondent lenders, mortgage brokers, retail loan officers, and wholesale mortgage lenders?
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Illinois residents have been moving to Indiana in increasing numbers in recent years, with an estimated 31,015 moving in 2022. Some reasons for this include low cost of living, affordable housing, low taxes, friendly people, welcoming new businesses with tax incentives, proximities to large cities, great schools, and great healthcare. Cost of living. Indiana is considered one of the most affordable states in the US, with U.S. News ranking it #2 in overall affordability and #3 in housing affordability. For example, moving from Indianapolis to Chicago could increase the cost of living by more than 20% . Job opportunities: Indiana’s manufacturing and agriculture industries offer many job opportunities. Schools: Indiana’s Four Star School program ranks schools for excellence and accountability. Proximity to cities: Indiana is close to major cities like Chicago and Louisville, which offer access to entertainment, culture, and more jobs. Popular cities throughout the state of indiana: Some Indiana cities that are popular with Illinois residents include Indianapolis and Fort Wayne. Indianapolis offers a low cost of living, walkable downtown, and attractions, while Fort Wayne has affordable cost of living, family-friendly neighborhoods, and good schools.
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A fellow member of GCA FORUMS directed me to ask GCA FORUMS members about generating my own organic traffic for Leads. I have been shit out of luck buying leads.
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Becoming an independent mortgage broker and operating under a “doing business as” (DBA) name can offer you flexibility, control, and potentially higher earnings. Let’s break down the steps involved:
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Get Licensed: First, you’ll need to obtain the necessary license. Becoming a mortgage broker typically involves completing 20 hours of pre-licensure education courses and passing the NMLS mortgage license exam. State-specific requirements may apply.
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Education and License: Start by getting licensed as a loan officer. This process includes coursework, test preparation, and an exam. With the right guidance and resources, you can achieve licensure in as little as 3 to 4 weeks.
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Choose Your Business Structure: Decide whether you want to operate as an independent mortgage broker or as a DBA of a larger mortgage lender. If you choose the latter, you’ll need to register your DBA name. The process is usually straightforward and involves filing paperwork and running an ad in a local paper. Filing fees vary by state.
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Build Relationships: As an independent broker, you’ll have the freedom to work with multiple lenders. Building strong relationships with these lenders is crucial. Network, attend industry events, and collaborate with other professionals to expand your connections.
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Market Your Services: Develop a marketing strategy to attract clients. Utilize online platforms, social media, and local advertising to promote your services. Highlight the benefits of working with an independent broker, such as access to a broader range of loan products and more competitive rates.
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Set Up Your Business: Establish your business by creating a business plan, setting up an office (physical or remote), and organizing your finances. Consider hiring support staff if needed.
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Commissions and Fees: As a mortgage broker, you can earn commissions and fees from both borrowers and lenders. Lender-paid commission (LPC) and borrower-paid commission (BPC) are two common models. LPC is paid by the lender, while BPC is paid by the borrower in the form of an origination fee. Having pricing flexibility allows you to be competitive and maintain credibility with referral partners and clients.
NEXA Mortgage, NMLS 1660690, is the largest mortgage broker in the United States with 2,500 licensed mortgage loan originators and a team of 5,000 support and operations personnel, third-party vendors, and upper level management executives.
Remember that each step requires careful consideration and planning. Whether you choose to operate independently or as a DBA, focus on providing excellent service to your clients and building a successful mortgage brokerage business. Good luck!
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If you are currently a mortgage broker company, how can you become a mini-correspondent lender at the same time? Can you become a mortgage broker and a correspondent lender at the time. A wholesale mortgage account executive said it easy and no problem. Just like another professional opinion.