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Mortgage lenders in Massachusetts are not all the same. Your decision on who to work with when choosing a mortgage broker to sit across the table from you and discuss your financial history and lending requirements, could easily cost or save you many headaches and 1000s of dollars. Your local mortgage broker can often help you find the best mortgage for your situation by submitting your file to several lenders and helping you compare the various options. Remember the published rate is not the only number you need to be concerned with. It’s much more complex than that. And, it’s getting more complex with all the changes and regulations that are going on in the world of finance. So, where to start?

Beware of all the enticing advertised rates you see in commercials and ads. There are usually hidden fees in small print that, even if you could read them you wouldn’t understand them, making it nearly impossible for most to determine which loan is the best deal. The lower rate may in fact be more expensive when you add up all the fees. Unless you know what you are doing and study the changes in the mortgage industry you’re better off getting someone who can help you make a good choice. So, you’ll want to find a professional you can trust.

Interview a few mortgage brokers in Massachusetts and find one who keeps up with all the latest in the world of home financing. Laws are always changing and you won’t want to go it alone. Get a good mortgage broker on your side and you'll have a much better chance of getting the best refinance or purchase loan for you. Remember, your local mortgage professional is familiar with the area and often has access to hundreds of loans and local resources that an online out of state company wouldn't have.

Since you are reading this and looking for a good refinance rate, or perhaps a new home purchase mortgage, I’m sure you realize that a local broker who lives and works in Massachusetts is far better equipped and able to provide you with the personal service that you can't get from an online lender.

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How to Choose a Mortgage Lender in Massachusetts

Whether you're considering buying a new home or refinancing your existing home mortgage it's critical that you realize there are hundreds of lenders and morgage brokers that want your business. Making a decision about which one to work with can be confusing. Your decision could be a costly one. So, chosing the right lender for you is well worth the effort to research your options. Fortunately there are several good resources that can make the choice easier.

 
To start with, you can narrow down your choices by first getting several quotes online to compare mortgage rates in Massachusetts. By using an online quote service, you can get responses quickly at no cost.
 
Now that you have your quotes in hand you can start to investigate the companies.

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Getting a Home Loan in Massachusetts

for Home Purchase, Refinance, Home Improvements, Debt Consolidation, or Home Equity

Broker and Lender Licensing Requirements

for Mortgage Lenders and Brokers in Massachusetts

NON-Official Summary

(See the Official Massachusetts Mortgage Lender/Mortgage Broker Licensing FAQ's.)

M ortgage lender and mortgage broker license fee(s):
There are annual license fees for mortgage lenders and mortgage brokers, including a lead paint surcharge which is due at licensure in accordance.

Experience requirements:
To obtain a license to conduct business as a mortgage broker or mortgage lender in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, an applicant must pass an exam to demonstrate to the Commissioner's satisfaction that they have the necessary educational and business experience to engage in the business of a mortgage lender or mortgage broker.

Net worth requirements for mortgage lenders and mortgage brokers:

A specific minmum net worth is required of both. They must submit audited financial statements, at the time of initial application and on an annual basis.

Mortgage brokers and mortgage lenders are required to maintain surety bonds in Massachusetts:
The surety bond must contain a clause that the insurance company will notify the Commissioner prior to canceling the surety bond for any reason.

Mortgage brokers and lenders are not required to have an office in Massachusetts required:
Massachusetts is not a brick and mortar state.

Fingerpirnt cards are not required:
Criminal background investigations are run during the license application process.

Licensure is not required for a mortgage lender or mortgage broker in some cases:
Please see Massachusetts General Laws chapter 255E, Section 2 and prior published opinions issued by the Division for details on exemptions.

Requirements for record retention:

Licensee must maintain its books and records for inspection for a minimum number of years. Please refer to Massachusetts General Laws chapter 255E, Section 8, and the Division's regulations 209 CMR 48.00 and 209 CMR 42.09 for information.

Relevant statutes and regulations are available electronically at www.mass.gov/dob. Official copies of regulations are available at the State House Bookstore, State House, Room 116, Boston, MA 02133, or call (617) 727-2834.
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