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Mr. Lender, Here is Hawaii Randy’s Tip for the Day
In the last month or so, I have seen usually reliable lenders getting stacked up and unable to handle the recent surge of business with the same level of customer service as in the past.
Last year things were slow and the banks were cutting back on staff.  Many brokers closed their doors and now things are picking up again.  There are fewer players to compete today for that business.  A couple of lenders in our area who have been steady as the rock of Gibraltar are now stumbling.  They have also tightened up with more than normal conditions on loans before funding.  That was expected with the environment that they are working under.
I am not sure they really want my advice, but here it is anyway.
Remember who brought you to the dance.  Real estate agents like me bring you steady business, without compensation.  My only vested interest is to get my clients good service. Make me look good. Communicate with me and my clients. Give us realistic timelines that you can meet. Take Care of my Clients! I depend on repeat and referrals.  Clients that are dissatisfied or merely satisfied will not refer their friends to me.  They ... more

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