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Mortgage

Choosing the Best Mortgage Company to Work for | Starting Your MLO Career

Mortgage

Helping 1099 contractors with home loans: a loan officer's guide

A mortgage loan officer's guide to helping 1099 contractors qualify for a home loan.

Mortgage

The CE Shop’s mortgage expert Michelle White named a “Legend of Lending.”

The CE Shop's Michelle White was named a 2022 "Legend of Lending" by Mortgage Bankers Magazine.

Mortgage

What is a Jumbo Mortgage & How Do Loan Officers Work Them?

Despite similar application processes, jumbo mortgages come with their own idiosyncrasies that MLOs should be familiar enough with to explain to prospective borrowers.

Mortgage

What Every MLO Should Know About Communicating with an Underwriter

Effective communication between MLOs and underwriters enhances the customer experience by streamlining the application and underwriting process.

Mortgage

How To Pass the NMLS Test on the First Try

The National Mortgage Licensing System and Registry (NMLS) exam or the national "Mortgage Loan Originator test" is a notoriously difficult exam to pass. Learn how to prepare for the exam and pass on the first attempt.

Mortgage

What to Do After Passing the NMLS Test

Learn the next steps toward starting your mortgage loan officer career after completing your pre-licensure education courses and passing the NMLS exam.

Mortgage

Wholesale vs Retail Mortgages: Understanding the Key Differences

Explanation of key differences between wholesale and retail mortgages.

Real Estate

Crafting a Resume That Stands Out - Real Estate Edition

The market for real estate agents is crowded, but there are things you can do to stand out! One advantage you can leverage is writing a killer resume that helps you win over clients and land your dream job. Learn how in this guide by The CE Shop! 

Mortgage

Mortgage Loan Processor vs. Mortgage Loan Officer | Understanding the Differences

Gain insights into the differences in the roles and responsibilities of mortgage loan processors and mortgage loan officers.