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What Does a Mortgage Loan Originator Do?
by The CE Shop Team

From the initial loan application to closing on the property, Mortgage Loan Originators are responsible for helping both the lender and the borrower take the necessary steps to achieve the goal.

Mortgage Broker vs. Loan Originator
by The CE Shop Team

Mortgage Loan Originators and Mortgage Loan Officers (MLOs) are essentially the same roles, but they differ largely from a Mortgage Broker. This guide will dive deeper into what a Mortgage Broker is and what makes that title different from other mortgage professionals.

Can You Have a Real Estate and Mortgage License?
by The CE Shop Team

Having both a mortgage license and a real estate license is beneficial for many reasons. Learn why having both licenses can set you apart from others in the industry. 

NMLS Number
by The CE Shop Team

Federal law in the United States requires that every Mortgage Loan Originator and Broker register with the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System & Registry (NMLS) upon completion of their respective state licensing requirements. 

Mortgage Loan Originator Salary
by The CE Shop Team

Becoming a Mortgage Loan Originator can be a highly lucrative career. Your earning potential as a Mortgage Loan Originator can increase as you gain experience and develop your career with additional education.