Summary:
How to find the best lenders
All loan officers will tell you that theire company's the best and provide you with a list of reasons to back up their claim. But if you run into the same loan officer years later, chances are good that he not only but works for a different kind of lender, he'll tell you the new lender he works for is much better - and offer another list of reasons why.
How to find the best lenders
All loan officers will tell you that theire company's the best and provide you with a list of reasons to back up their claim. But if you run into the same loan officer years later, chances are good that he not only but works for a different kind of lender, he'll tell you the new lender he works for is much better - and offer another list of reasons why.
In the past, most people went to portfolio lenders because they excelled at closing deals. Over time, however, mortgage bankers and brokers have become more important, and agents have gone along with the changing trend. Usually a realtor will direct you to a loan officer who has a demonstrated track record of service and reliability, but sometimes a realtor will recommend a loan officer who works for a lender with whom the realtor is affiliated.
Sometimes it's more important to choose a good loan officer than a loan company. A loan officer has two very important functions - they serves as your advocate in getting the loan approved, handling all the negotiations for you. Their second function is to deliver quality loans, so you need an agent who's dependable and ethical.
As for lending institutions, each type of lender has its own strengths and weaknesses. Quality varies within each branch office depending on the loan officer, the support staff and other factors.
Different types of Mortgage Lenders