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Idaho, Utah & North Carolina: Mortgage Broker Licensing Requirements

ByNick Graham April 15, 2025April 22, 2025

Mortgage brokers play a critical role in helping clients secure financing for their homes, but becoming a licensed mortgage broker…

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Loan Origination Systems: Missing the Right Information Can Lead To Costly Fines!

ByNick Graham December 3, 2024December 16, 2024

Mortgage brokers are aware of the necessity to comply with all federal and state laws and regulations. However, the ever-changing…

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Mortgage Broker Licensing Requirements for Florida

ByNick Graham October 20, 2024October 28, 2024

In Florida, mortgage brokers must have an active license from the state’s Office of Financial Regulation before they can work…

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Mortgage Broker Licensing Requirements for Arizona

ByNick Graham August 16, 2024October 21, 2024

Arizona is an appealing state with an active real estate market. The state’s diverse landscapes, from the Grand Canyon to…

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Mortgage Broker Licensing Requirements for New York

ByNick Graham June 16, 2024October 21, 2024

In New York, mortgage broker licensing is required for anyone who wants to originate residential loans in NY. Getting a…

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Top 10 States for Licensing Licenses 2024

Top 10 States For Lender Licensing in 2024

ByDE Foote May 14, 2024

The goal of this article is to provide valuable insight into the current housing market to assist brokers and lenders…

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MCR FV6 Updates

MLG is Prepared for the Updated MCR (FV6) Standards, Are you?

ByDE Foote November 2, 2023November 2, 2023

As an NMLS Mortgage Call Report (MCR) Filer, MLG is responsible for filling on-time, compliant MCRs to state and federal…

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The NMLS Celebrates 15 years of Improved State Licensing & Consumer Protection

ByDE Foote October 9, 2023November 2, 2023

2023 marks the 15th Anniversary of the NMLS, making it a great opportunity to take a moment to reflect on…

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Loan Origination Systems Part 2: Better Data, Better Reporting

ByDE Foote August 9, 2023August 9, 2023

How Maintaining Accurate Information Leads to Quality Reporting and Reduced Risk In part one of our two-part series on LOS…

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Loan Origination Systems Pt 1 – Garbage in Garbage Out!

ByNick Graham June 28, 2023November 13, 2023

Learn How Missing Information Leads to Inaccurate Reporting, Resulting in Audits and Fines… Loan originators and brokers are the bloodline…

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7 Economic Trends Impacting the Mortgage Industry for Brokers in 2023

ByNick Graham March 15, 2023July 12, 2023

Most of 2022 was dominated by high economic uncertainty, which has made many mortgage brokers nervous when considering what to…

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How Market Expansion Can Ensure Continued Growth For Mortgage Companies in a Changing Market

ByNick Graham November 15, 2022July 12, 2023

While the real estate market may have skidded to a halt early in 2020, housing sales came rushing back by…

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How Regulatory Licensing Service Can Broaden Your Lending Power

ByNick Graham September 15, 2022June 1, 2023

In today’s fast-paced mortgage broker industry, many brokers gain a competitive edge by diversifying their offerings across multiple states. And…

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New York Mortgage Broker Licensing

ByNick Graham July 15, 2022June 1, 2023

As in other states, mortgage brokers must be licensed in the State of New York before they can legally operate….

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New Hampshire Mortgage Broker License

ByNick Graham June 15, 2022June 1, 2023

Getting a mortgage broker license can be a journey to a rewarding and exciting career. When obtaining a mortgage broker…

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A Simple Guide to Getting Your Mortgage Broker License in 2022

ByNick Graham December 15, 2021June 1, 2023

With the new year kicking off, many individuals are setting personal and professional goals for 2022. Mortgage brokers will be…

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What Happens if Your Mortgage Broker License is Out of Compliance?

ByNick Graham October 15, 2021June 1, 2023

Mortgage broker license compliance can get a bit tricky sometimes. There are several federal and state regulatory issues that must…

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Stay Compliant with Professional License Maintenance

Stay Compliant with Professional License Maintenance

ByNick Graham September 20, 2021June 1, 2023

Maintaining mortgage broker license requirements is difficult. There is a dizzying amount of paperwork and deadlines. And depending upon what…

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Florida Mortgage Broker License Requirements

ByNick Graham June 15, 2021June 1, 2023

Business is booming in the Florida real estate market. Homes continue to sell as buyers are snatching up everything from…

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Texas Bill 3617 Has Passed

ByNick Graham July 16, 2021June 1, 2023

For years, many states required a physical presence within the state in order for a person to obtain a mortgage…

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Surety Bonds: Mortgage Broker License Requirements

ByNick Graham December 28, 2020June 1, 2023

Becoming a licensed mortgage broker includes many steps as well as the fulfillment of multiple state requirements. Some of these…

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Mortgage brokers must begin to meet their Continuing Education

ByNick Graham October 30, 2020June 1, 2023

With November quickly approaching, mortgage brokers must begin to meet their Continuing Education (CE) requirements and complete their renewal request…

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A Quick Guide to Pennsylvania State Requirements on Mortgage Broker Licensing

ByNick Graham August 25, 2020June 1, 2023

As in any other state, mortgage brokers wishing to do business in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania must obtain a state-issued…

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How Does Commercial vs Residential Lending Affect Your Mortgage Broker Licensing?

ByNick Graham July 13, 2020June 1, 2023

Real estate will always be in demand because people need homes regardless of economic conditions. That is why many people…

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Essentials in Obtaining a Mortgage Broker License Texas

ByNick Graham June 30, 2020June 1, 2023

In order to work at or operate a mortgage brokerage business in the state of Texas, you must first get…

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Best Way to Choose a Mortgage License Education Course Provider

ByNick Graham May 28, 2020June 1, 2023

Completing your mortgage broker licensing maintenance requirements and continuing education requirements can be a daunting task, particularly for new entrants…

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COVID-19: Education, Testing & Reporting Deadline Changes Due to COVID-19

ByNick Graham May 13, 2020June 1, 2023

The coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19) has disrupted many daily professional and personal activities across the nation. For mortgage brokers who are…

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Mortgage Broker Licensing: Continuing Education, Why My State of Licensure Matters?

ByNick Graham March 15, 2020June 1, 2023

The process of getting and maintaining a mortgage broker license can be a very different experience for many individuals, depending…

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Mortgage Broker Licensing: 5 Ways to Ensure Your 2020 License Renewal Goes Quickly

ByNick Graham February 15, 2020June 1, 2023

Each mortgage license holder must renew their license between November 1st and December 31st of each year. Your process for…

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Revocation of a Mortgage License Explained

ByNick Graham December 13, 2019June 1, 2023

Mortgage brokers operate in a heavily-regulated environment and often have to pay close attention to federal and state laws in…

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Surety Bonds: What Are They and How Can They Protect You?

ByNick Graham November 15, 2019June 1, 2023

Anyone working in the mortgage brokering, lending, or real estate industry is likely to come across the term surety bond,…

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Mortgage Broker License California – Quick Guide to obtain your License

ByNick Graham October 28, 2019June 1, 2023

The housing market in California provides many opportunities for motivated companies to find their path and achieve success. One of…

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Texas Brick and Mortar Program

Texas Brick and Mortar Program

ByNick Graham October 28, 2019June 1, 2023

We’re MLG, and we Make Lending Great by Opening the Door to Texas Markets! Texas is America’s second-biggest economy and…

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Temporary Authority 101

ByNick Graham October 21, 2019June 1, 2023

In a recent Thought Leader article published by Mortgage Compliance Magazine, our very own VP of Business Development, Nick Graham…

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What is a Surety Bond and Do I Have to Obtain One to be a Licensed Mortgage Broker?

ByNick Graham September 25, 2019June 1, 2023

Obtaining your mortgage broker license is often a journey that requires many different steps. One of these steps includes the…

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Multistate Mortgage Broker Licensing for Growth Into New Markets

ByNick Graham August 28, 2019June 1, 2023

It takes a lot of grit and effort to succeed in the mortgage business. After obtaining your mortgage broker license,…

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California Mortgage Loan Originator Licensing – How It Works

California Mortgage Loan Originator Licensing – How It Works

ByNick Graham August 23, 2019June 1, 2023

In order for Loan Officers in California to legally advise borrowers on available loan programs, discuss rates, suggest a lender…

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To DBA or Not To DBA – That is the question

ByNick Graham July 29, 2019June 1, 2023

Understanding the opportunities a DBA can provide may help you break out of the pack and become your own business….

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Washington State DFI announces a “Temporary Waiver of Certain Fees”

ByNick Graham July 15, 2019June 1, 2023

Washington state consumer loan companies and originators may find it less costly to renew licensing or cover examination fees this…

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Loan officers mark your calendars, The SAFE Transitional Licensing rules take effect Nov. 24, 2019

ByNick Graham June 13, 2019June 1, 2023

The mortgage industry is abuzz by the House of Representatives passing of H.R. 2121. With rule changes that are greatly…

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How to Become a Mortgage Broker – Mortgage License Requirements

ByNick Graham April 25, 2019June 1, 2023

Over the years, mortgage broker licensing has evolved with the goal to protect consumers during the mortgage application process. Today,…

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Florida – The Sunshine State

ByNick Graham April 10, 2019June 1, 2023

Home to some of the country’s best theme parks, Florida is an attraction to many home buyers looking for vacation…

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How to Write an Efficient L.O.E. to Regulators

ByNick Graham March 22, 2019June 1, 2023

Striving and thriving are what humans do best! We are all human. Although many of us may wish every day…

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ACN : Advance Change Notice

ByNick Graham March 15, 2019June 1, 2023

Did you know you could potentially lose your mortgage broker license, or mortgage lender license, by improperly changing the address…

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Business Plans: The Differences

ByNick Graham March 11, 2019June 1, 2023

Owning your own mortgage business is an extraordinary venture. It’s exciting, though it could come with a number of items…

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Policy and Procedures: BSA/AML

ByNick Graham March 5, 2019June 1, 2023

Every state requires a number of items to piece together the puzzle of a mortgage license. One of these items…

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Get Licensed in a Brick and Mortar State!

ByNick Graham February 5, 2019June 1, 2023

Here are some things you should know about the 5 Brick and Mortar States Since 2008, new laws have been…

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Driving into an Arizona Mortgage License

ByNick Graham December 6, 2018June 1, 2023

The Copper State Arizona is a hot place; an Arizona mortgage license is an even hotter license. With the property…

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Tips and Tricks for 2019 License Renewals

ByNick Graham October 31, 2018June 1, 2023

It’s that time of the year again! The days become shorter, the breeze chills the air, and the crowns of…

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The Mortgage Licensing Group Named to AARMR Industry Advisory Council

ByNick Graham October 26, 2018June 1, 2023

As the only member specializing in licensing on the Industry Advisory Council of the American Association of Residential Mortgage Regulators…

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All Aboard! The Uniform State Test

ByNick Graham August 15, 2018June 1, 2023

As of August 1, 2018, ALL states and U.S. territories have adopted the Uniform State Test (UST) as a requirement…

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Are Your Continuing Education Requirements for Your Mortgage License Up to Date?

ByNick Graham July 18, 2018June 1, 2023

No matter the state, if you want to keep your mortgage loan originator (MLO) license current, then you need to…

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RMLA Creates Change to Broker Licensing in Ohio

ByNick Graham July 2, 2018June 1, 2023

For residential mortgage brokers in Ohio, recent changes to the Mortgage Broker Act (OMBA) have created the Ohio Residential Mortgage…

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5 Things You Need to Know About Mortgage Licensing in Minnesota

ByNick Graham June 21, 2018June 1, 2023

Housing is a hot market, but in many states, including Minnesota, several factors are making it difficult for some individuals…

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New Changes for Getting Your Florida Mortgage License

ByNick Graham June 7, 2018June 1, 2023

A mortgage professional is a resource for borrowers looking to find the right mortgage to meet their needs and their…

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6 Top Requirements You Need to Know for a Georgia Mortgage License

ByNick Graham May 17, 2018June 1, 2023

The Georgia housing market is swinging upwards and with that comes a need for mortgage professionals. Forbes, for instance, listed…

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The Biggest Challenges You Will Face with Multi-State Mortgage Licensing

ByNick Graham April 11, 2018June 1, 2023

Did you know that the number of state-licensed mortgage companies grew by 6.7% in 2017? This number might seem small…

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West Virginia Loan Officers See Increase in Fees

ByNick Graham April 27, 2018June 1, 2023

Mortgage licensees will see an increase in fees as well as an increase in the educational requirements as part of…

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Michigan Housing Demand Calls for Qualified Mortgage Licensing Professionals

ByNick Graham March 28, 2018June 1, 2023

For those active in the construction fields in Michigan, business is growing as demand increases for homes. The demand for…

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5 Things You Need to Know to Obtain Your Colorado Mortgage License

ByNick Graham March 14, 2018June 1, 2023

The Colorado real estate market is hot and the trends seem to indicate that it is going to remain a…

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