A completely revised (23 of the 25 chapters are entirely new) comprehensive guide to the mortgage banking industry, updating and expanding the 1987 first edition. It provides an overview of mortgage banking operations and outlines strategies that mortgage bankers can utilize to compete successfully
Part economic history, part public history, A History of Mortgage Banking in the West is an insider’s account of how the mortgage banking sector worked over the last 150 years, including analysis of the causes of the 2007 mortgage crisis. Beginning with the land and railroad development acts that encouraged settlement in the west, E. Michael Rosser and Diane M. Sanders trace the laws, institutions, and individuals that contributed to the economic growth of the region. Using Colorado and the west as a case study for the nation’s economic and property development as a whole since the late nineteenth century, Rosser and Sanders explain how farm mortgages and agricultural lending steadily gave way to urban development and housing mortgages, all while the large mortgage and investment firms financed the development of some of the state’s most important water resources and railroad networks. Rosser uses his personal experience as a lifelong practitioner and educator of mortgage banking, along with a plethora of primary sources, academic archives, and industry publications, to analyze the causes of economic booms and busts as they relate to real estate and development. Rosser’s professional acumen combined with Sanders’s research experience makes A History of Mortgage Banking in the West a rich and nuanced account of the region’s most significant economic events. It will be an important work for scholars and practitioners in regional and financial history, mortgage market practice and development, government housing and mortgage policy, and financial stability and of great significance to anyone curious about the role of the federal government in national housing policy and the inherent risk in mortgages.
Mortgage banking is one of the fastest growing industries in the country. In the next few years, home purchases are expected to run into the trillions, creating more opportunity than ever for people seeking a career in this profitable industry. Real estate author, columnist, and veteran mortgage banker David Reed offers practical advice on licensing and educational requirements, as well as valuable guidance on the different career options available as a mortgage broker, mortgage banker, correspondent mortgage banker, and more.
Thinking about a career as a residential mortgage loan officer? Our Manual provides loan officer training and mortgage broker training for individuals at every level of the mortgage industry-from basic training for those just starting out
The most comprehensive guide to starting a business in today's most lucrative and fastest-growing industry Last year more than two-thirds of the $3 trillion in home financing in the United States originated with mortgage brokers. Darrin Seppinni, a broker with a quarter century in the business, gives you the knowledge and expertise needed to begin your own brokerage company-and consistently develop your full growth and profit potential. The Millionaire Mortgage Broker is an all-in-one resource to tap into the vast potential of the brokerage business.
The key to a new, successful, and highly profitable career in the mortgage sales industry is at your fingertips! In his tell-all guide to achieving your goals as a mortgage loan officer, Michael D. Zuren, PhD, outlines the steps all accomplished officers in the business have used to create a top-notch business and reach their career and financial goals. He covers the basics, such as understanding the industry and how mortgages work, knowing how to get hired (and which employers to seek out), and creating a framework for an amazing career. He also covers more advanced tips, tricks, and techniques-from creating and sustaining an effective marketing campaign to knowing how to build rapport and excellent customer service, which are critical to business success. Perfect for both brand-new agents and seasoned veterans, Mortgage Loan Officer Success Guide gives you everything you need to make your dream job a reality!
With mortgage stories dominating the front-page news, people—whether they’re buying a new house or refinancing—increasingly have questions about the complicated issues at stake. Arranged in an easily accessible question-and-answer format, Mortgages 101 provides readers with essential lending formulas, as well as important information on lending requirements and application procedures. The book shows readers how to save money by: • understanding key terms like ARMs and hybrids—and reading what’s in the fine print • improving their credit scores to increase their borrowing power • using technology to get the lowest interest rates • maximizing their return on investment, and cutting the cost of mortgage insurance This revised edition includes up-to-date material on new loan and government programs, as well as changes to the law regarding tax deductions, down payment assistance, reverse mortgages, bankruptcy, negative amortization and more—in short, all the answers readers need, in one must-have reference.
Have you ever contemplated the best way to explain the APR to a customer? Have you ever wished for a faster way to figure the number of months of escrows to collect? If you answered "YES!," The Loan Officer Guide has the answers to these questions and many more! Fredrick Williams presents a proven, practical system to help increase your understanding, efficiency, and productivity in the mortgage industry. Filled with specific instructions in an easy-to-read format, The Loan Officer Guide will help you understand and effectively complete each step of the mortgage loan process while maintaining compliance with federal regulations. You'll learn how to: *pre-qualify the borrower *take a complete loan application *read, analyze, and understand credit reports *collect and analyze the appropriate, supporting documentation *submit a loan that can be easily processed, underwritten, and closed. The Loan Officer Guide is the toolbox that allows the loan officer to improve productivity and efficiency, thus increasing profits. The book layout and the steps contained within each chapter correlate to the actual flow of a loan file from pre-qualification to closing. The author's intent is to offer a guide that is the essential resource within the mortgage industry for mortgage brokers, loan officers, and loan processors.