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"Trust, but Verify". How to Search for the Best Mortgage and Real Estate Professionals in Will County, Chicagoland, and Elsewhere

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Mortgage and Lending with NMLS #216987, IL Lic. 031.0006220, WI Licensed. APMC NMLS #175656 IL Lic 031.0006220/WI

 

"Trust, but Verify"
How to Search for the Best Mortgage
and Real Estate Professionals in
Will County, Chicagoland, and Elsewhere


 
 
 
    "Trust, but verify" ....



     Yep ... I'm quoting the Russian proverb utilized by  President Ronald Reagan  during a treaty signing with  Mikhail  Gorbachev  and the Soviet Union in 1987.        No ...  I'm not going all political on you.

     If you recall, at this moment in history the relationship between our two countries had vastly improved.  Our president was acknowledging that fact and that the U.S. had indeed begun to "trust" the Soviets more than we had in the past.  But he was also letting the Soviets know that our country, still remained cautious and alert. 

     Yes ... the trust between us had been growing.   But moving forward our country was going to continue to take the time and make the effort to  verify everything the Soviets said and did.  Just to be sure their words and actions matched-up, of course.   Trust was going to be secured, only through  longterm repetitive verification
    
      How does this moment in history pertain to buying, selling, or financing a home in Will County, Chicagoland, or elsewhere across our nation today?

      Typically, someone entering the real estate market or mortgage process doesn't have years of "trust-building" time at their disposal.  But they need to apply the same "Trust, but Verify" philosophy that Reagan laid-out with the Soviets, when choosing the professionals they hope to work with in their real estate transaction.

     There are lots of real estate and mortgage professionals out there to choose from.  It's so important that you take the time and make the effort to find the very best available to you.  To accomplish that, you need to act just as any company hiring a new employee would.  Because that is exactly what you are doing. 

Work with the best.  Contact Gene Mundt, Mortgage Lender today!      You need to do your homework.   Conduct research.  Check credentials and backgrounds.  Interview.  Ask for references.  Then actually call those referrals.  See what past clients and other professionals are saying about those you're considering.  Learn their "stats" ... the number of successes and what kind of successes they have enjoyed.  In other words ... research and

     Verify ... verify ... verify!

     Truth is ... there are no simple real estate transactions anymore.  Buying, selling, and financing a property is challenging.  It demands your time and your attention.  And yes, it also demands some hard work.

     And that work and attention to detail needs to start the moment you decide to buy ... sell ... or seek mortgage financing.  It includes the "verifying" I mention above.  The best way to secure a successful conclusion to your real estate transaction?  Take the right precautions and make the correct preparations every step of the way. 

     Not do that ... and you run the very real risk of adding not only frustrations and complications to your transaction, but adding to your financing costs as well. 

     President Reagan might not have had your real estate transaction or mortgage financing process in mind when he uttered his wise words all those years ago.  But they apply to you just the same.  

    "Trust ... but Verify!" 
    


 
     *  Contact me  now, if considering buying a home or refinancing in  Will County, Chicagoland, or elsewhere across our nation.  I'll be happy to hear from you, answer all your credit and mortgage financing questions, and put my 35+ years of mortgage experience to work on your behalf.
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Comments (14)

Evelyn Kennedy
Alain Pinel Realtors - Alameda, CA
Alameda, Real Estate, Alameda, CA

Gene:

After I read your post, I was about to suggest it.  Too late.  Every buyer should read your post.  They need to do the investigation of a lender or any professional before they hire them. 

Aug 02, 2012 02:35 AM
Gene Mundt, IL/WI Mortgage Originator - FHA/VA/Conv/Jumbo/Portfolio/Refi
NMLS #216987, IL Lic. 031.0006220, WI Licensed. APMC NMLS #175656 - New Lenox, IL
708.921.6331 - 40+ yrs experience

Thank you, Evelyn ... for the compliment and your kind words.  And you're right.  Making a comparison of the professionals available pays off.  Taking the time to make those comparisons is important ...

Gene

Aug 02, 2012 02:47 AM
Jane Peters
Home Jane Realty - Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles real estate concierge services

Great advice as always, Gene.  Choosing the right lender for the right transaction is imperative.  Consumers don't realize what a critical role the lender plays in the transaction process and they can make or break it.  And after checking out your credentials and references they are going to be very happy.

Aug 02, 2012 07:55 AM
Gene Mundt, IL/WI Mortgage Originator - FHA/VA/Conv/Jumbo/Portfolio/Refi
NMLS #216987, IL Lic. 031.0006220, WI Licensed. APMC NMLS #175656 - New Lenox, IL
708.921.6331 - 40+ yrs experience

Jane:  I'm hoping, no matter the arm of the industry professional, that consumers take these measures for their own protection.  I appreciate the thumbs-up on a personal level.  Know the respect is greatly reciprocated.

Gene

Aug 02, 2012 08:11 AM
Stephanie Stringer
First Choice Loan Services NMLS#210764 - San Antonio, TX
Mortgage Loan Originator

Gene-  Another wonderful blog by you.  It so important for you and I to get the word out there about how trustworthy we are and that we come highly recommended by past clients and Realtors.   Some buyers just rely on what they are seeing on the internet ads those ads are not always true PLUS they may be dealing with a lender in another state and they don't know our states laws.  It's very important for the consumers to do some research and get referrals from highly recommended and dependable loan officers.  Good luck to you Gene....

Aug 03, 2012 02:32 AM
Gene Mundt, IL/WI Mortgage Originator - FHA/VA/Conv/Jumbo/Portfolio/Refi
NMLS #216987, IL Lic. 031.0006220, WI Licensed. APMC NMLS #175656 - New Lenox, IL
708.921.6331 - 40+ yrs experience

Thanks, Stephanie.  Potential buyers need to do their homework, no doubt about it.  It can mean a world of difference in crunch time.  I appreciate your very kind words ...  hope all is well and business is booming!

Gene

Aug 03, 2012 02:59 AM
John Cannata
214-728-0449 http://TexasLoanGuy.com - Frisco, TX
Texas Home Mortgage - Purchase or Refinance

Thats a funny video, especially since he said to repeat it at every meeting. LOL  So true that you really do need to verify, otherwise you will be surprised when something suddenly comes up.

Aug 03, 2012 07:49 AM
Nick T Pappas
Assoc. Broker ABR, CRS, SFR, e-Pro, @Homes Realty Group, Broker/Providence Property Mgmnt, LLC Huntsville AL - Huntsville, AL
Madison & Huntsville Alabama Real Estate Resource

Gene, I did suggest...if you don't know something for a fact well...

Anyway, I really enjoyed the video...I had forgotten it.

Aug 03, 2012 10:12 AM
Michelle Gibson
Hansen Real Estate Group Inc. - Wellington, FL
REALTOR

Gene - Great advice and I agree every buyer should read this.

Aug 03, 2012 10:44 AM
Gene Mundt, IL/WI Mortgage Originator - FHA/VA/Conv/Jumbo/Portfolio/Refi
NMLS #216987, IL Lic. 031.0006220, WI Licensed. APMC NMLS #175656 - New Lenox, IL
708.921.6331 - 40+ yrs experience

John:  I think most people, whether they agreed policy-wise with Reagan, really liked him personally.  What a gift for communication he had!  What a personality!  Definitely a lost art ...

Nick:  Ahhh ... history lesson repeated!  And thanks for the suggestion.  Glad you found the video enjoyable ...

Michelle:  You're always so kind!  Much appreciated ... and hope it helps a buyer or two of yours ...

Gene

Aug 03, 2012 01:27 PM
Mark Delgado
houses for rent, Solano County & Glen Cove - Benicia, CA
Benicia and Vallejo, Property Management, rental h
The very fact that you give this important advice sends the message that you are credible and that any "verification" done on your credentials will result in impressive results. Nicely done.
Aug 05, 2012 02:48 AM
Gene Mundt, IL/WI Mortgage Originator - FHA/VA/Conv/Jumbo/Portfolio/Refi
NMLS #216987, IL Lic. 031.0006220, WI Licensed. APMC NMLS #175656 - New Lenox, IL
708.921.6331 - 40+ yrs experience

Thank you, Mark.  I appreciate your comments very much ...

Congrats again on your great successes this last week.

Gene 

Aug 05, 2012 03:03 AM
Ginny Gorman
RI Real Estate Services ~ 401-529-7849~ RI Waterfront Real Estate - North Kingstown, RI
Homes for Sale in Southern RI and beyond

Gene, definitely suggested...this is so important for buyers & sellers to understand with a mortgage lender as well as their realtor!

Aug 05, 2012 03:05 AM
Gene Mundt, IL/WI Mortgage Originator - FHA/VA/Conv/Jumbo/Portfolio/Refi
NMLS #216987, IL Lic. 031.0006220, WI Licensed. APMC NMLS #175656 - New Lenox, IL
708.921.6331 - 40+ yrs experience

Thank you, Ginny.  Much appreciated.  And I agree with you ... no matter the professional you hope to work with, it's important ...

Gene

Aug 05, 2012 03:43 AM