Mortgage Broker Miami
Presidential Way, North Miami Beach, FL 33179, United States
(305) 874-0030
Who Should Use a Mortgage Broker? Everyone!
What is a mortgage broker?
There are still a lot of misconceptions and misunderstandings out there when it comes to mortgage brokers and what they do.
How is a mortgage broker different from a bank?
A mortgage broker should never be compared to your local financial institution. The purpose and function of each is very different. An independent mortgage broker is just that-independent-meaning they have no association with any one lender. That means it's their job to offer you unbiased advice.
Essentially, they're experts who are trained and licensed in the business of mortgage financing. Their primary function is to work for you-not the lender! They shop the mortgage market for the best rate, term, and product for the consumer, but they also offer more than this-providing debt consolidation solutions and credit recovery strategies.
Best of all, a mortgage through a broker operates in the same way as the one you would get through your local financing institution. Online banking, accelerated payments, and pre-payment options are all available. It's easy and hassle-free.
MYTH#1: Interest rates through a mortgage broker are high.
TRUTH: The industry's lowest interest rates are only available through a mortgage broker.
Why should I use an independent mortgage broker?
It pays to work with a broker who will represent your interests and ensure the mortgage you get is the one that's best suited to your needs. Whether it's a chartered bank, trust or insurance company, or private lender, each offers different rates and product features. Most important for you to know is that many of these lenders are only accessible through a mortgage broker. You will want to ensure you get the one that's right for you.
Once you have decided where to apply, obtaining mortgage approval is often dependent on the way your application is presented and who it gets sent to. A mortgage broker is trained to present your application so it will get an immediate, positive result. The turnaround time for a broker to get a response from a lender and secure you financing can be within just 1-3 days, depending on the workload of the lender.
Who pays the mortgage broker?
Mortgage brokers get paid a "finder's fee" for residential mortgages from the lender once the deal has been completed and funded. Therefore, most brokers do not charge clients for their services. To ensure there are no misunderstandings, make sure you ask your mortgage broker upfront if the lender will be paying their fee.
MYTH #2: A mortgage broker only deals with people who have bruised credit
TRUTH: Whether you have good credit or poor credit, a broker can be a valuable asset.
Independent statistics tell the story... the use of mortgages brokers continues to grow in leaps and bounds each year as people get a better understanding of what they do.
If you're considering using a broker, ask your neighbors or friends who they know or have dealt with in the past. Get to know the broker you've selected. Are they affiliated with a lender? How do they go about finding a mortgage? If you're a busy person, ask if they will come to your office or home to talk about a lender's offer. Most importantly, ask to review your credit bureau with the broker.
Remember, going through a big bank that offers you only one "posted" rate could cost you thousands of dollars. Why shell out extra money when you don't have to?
Mortgage Brokers Do The Work So You Don't Have To
My career in the mortgage industry has provided me with many opportunities to work with both mortgage brokers and banks. I believe mortgage brokers are great tools for consumers in search of the best financing options available. A mortgage broker differs from a bank representative in some important ways. The broker can shop and find the best deal for a homebuyer or refinancing deal. The bank only sells its own products. The mortgage broker takes one application and one credit report and utilizes all of the resources to find the best rate and mortgage program available. In my role as the mortgage broker I am an expert working hard specifically for the consumer.
Mortgage Brokers Can Show You All The Possibilities
As a mortgage broker I may work with up to one hundred lenders all over the country. The consumer never knows about many of these companies because mortgage brokers have exclusive access to them. When a bank turns down a mortgage application for any reason, the bank is finished with that potential customer. A mortgage broker is not through -- he or she moves forward to find the next best lender. If a customer does the mortgage research alone mortgage companies want to pull a credit report before giving any details about products and programs you qualify for. All of these credit inquiries may lower your credit score and when it is time to qualify for the mortgage this is critical. My goal with every customer I work with is to find the best rate. This money all comes from essentially the same places: investors on Wall Street. Customers with good credit will be quoted a similar rate from a bank.
Tap Into Broker Knowledge And Thrive Under Special Circumstances
Consumers dealing with more credit challenges may find they have more choices with a mortgage broker. A lack of a down payment, a short time in business or the inability to prove all of your income may be a problem and a skilled mortgage broker will be able to find a solution. I can find specialty programs many lenders don't have or don't know about. Mortgage brokers shop around the country and they have the knowledge and expertise to get someone with unique circumstances approved.
How Does the Mortgage Broker Get Paid?
In the mortgage industry brokers are an integral part of the equation to get the best value for your money. I am the middleman between the customer and the lender. Mortgage lenders compensate mortgage brokers for completing a large portion of the work. When a mortgage broker markets and originates the loan lenders only have to deal with basic negotiations that involve an educated party (the broker), the approval process, and execution of the loan. The cost for banks and mortgage companies do not differ.
Compare a Mortgage Broker to a Buyer's Agent
A mortgage broker is like a buyer's agent for your mortgage.
A buyer's agent represents the home shopper's best interest. The agent is an educated real estate professional dedicated to representing only the purchaser. With this representation the homebuyer can save money and have better deals negotiated.
As a mortgage broker, I negotiate the term of a loan with only my customer's individual needs and desires in mind. As a consumer it can be difficult to find advisors and representatives completely committed to your best interests. A mortgage broker is the key to uncovering all the possibilities and securing the best mortgage rates you can find. Be sure to choose wisely and you can reach your highest home investment potential.