Jeff must be running out of people to write if he asked me to, but I must say I was honored to accept the challenge.

There were as many good posts this week as there were topics to cover. With the AIG bonus scandal playing second fiddle to the Fed's bond purchase announcement there was plenty to talk about. Though many wrote posts worthy of feature here, I tried to pick some of the less noticed ones. Enough jabber, let's get to the meat of things...

Paul McFadden wrote this post that helps remind us it's tough times like these that teach us the best lessons- Five things we can be thankful for amidst the economic turmoil

Gail Szeluga spells out a dilemma facing us all these days as we struggle to be available for each and every call- Why don't I take a day off...the answer is one word...GUILT!

Matt Heaton provides some spot on perspective of what may yet come with this eye opener- The next big asset bubble  

This oft repeated message was well said by Glenn Phillips, and it's something we all need reinforced- "Pop-Tart" or a "Toaster Pastry," Are you THE Standard in your Market?

Gwenn Tanvas so eloquently states a topic that was on many minds this week. How crazy is the credit score craze getting? Read here and see- Get Into The NO-FEE Zone - Your 717 Credit Score Is Simply NOT Good Enough Anymore!

 This post of Janet Guilbault touches on what I feel may soon be a huge topic. Volumes are growing and if you want in, you best realize lending may be a 45-60 day game soon- Insider Advice to California Homeowners: How to WIN the Refinance Game in 2009

And in an ever more "wired" world, Realtor Amy Seaholt shows us a great way to look at things from a consumer's perspective- Is Facebook a Substitute for a Good Realtor?

Some of the featured and/or well commented stuff was too important to leave out though...

The Mortgage Man himself, Jeff Belonger, reflects on a rare public moment by our Fed Chairman Ben B and says it like it is. Although it may sound negative, it's an on target perspective of the economy we are living- I would like to interview Mr. Bernanke because I am scared!!!

The venerable Lenn Harleyhits home with this comparison of why the government bailouts aren't getting us anywhere. Where are our priorities? Lenn makes it pretty clear here- Re-blogged by 6 agents- IF YOU CAUSED THE MORTGAGE MESS, YOU GET BAILED OUT. IF YOU ARE A HOMEOWNER. . . . . .

 Fellow Floridian and Realtor Midori Miller reminds us to keep an eye on the ball when talking and writing about our industry in these turbulent times- There Are Occasions Where Your Opinion Doesn't Count- Less Is More!

Last and certainly not least is this jewel from one of the best AR writers. The first paragraph into this one I knew it was a pick for this week's review. Jason Sardi delivers more sage advice for consumers shopping for a mortgage- Consumer Quickies: Five Things You Need To Know About The Mortgage Market Right Now!

The next  members for the Mortgage Pro Week in Review : 

1.       Darin Osenberg                 03/23/2009    through    03/29/2009     (loan officer)

2.       Volunteer                 03/30/2009    through    04/05/2009     (             )

3.       Beth Forbes             04/06/2009    through    04/12/2009     (loan officer)

Mortgage blogs by loan officers   Here is a list of Loan Officers.  If you are not listed, please email Jeff Belonger to be added. This way the person doing the Mortgage Pro week in review can try and find most mortgage related posts in one section. ActiveRain is growing rapidly and it is difficult to keep up.... If you think you have been ignored, you have not. This is open to all!!!  Update : 1/23/09 - The AR groups only show about 35 people, but hold an unlimited number. So just ask...

All About Mortgages/Mortgage Networking   Here is a group that many loan officers post their mortgage related blogs in.  A good place to learn more about the type of programs, new industry news, and sometimes some inside tips. Don't hesitate to join.

The FHA Mortgage Group - Here is a group that specifically talks about FHA, FHA updates, and what FHA can do for your buyers and sellers.

Mortgages - Another group with anything and everything about mortgages. A diversified group.

We really could use some new volunteers for the Mortgage Pro Week in Review. Even if you are a realtor, a title person, or someone else that is related to the mortgage/real estate industry..... please read below.

MORTGAGE PRO Week in Review    A repository for the Mortgage Week in Review.  Please don't hesitate in joining this group. And any volunteers for the mortgage week in review, please e-mail Jeff Belonger at   jbelonger@ihmci.com