There are literally thousands of mortgage brokers out there today. Multiply that by the number that you can find on the Internet, and you will be sure to spend many long hours in front of your computer sifting through them. So, with all the hits that you will get when you search for ‘mortgage brokers’ online, how do you pick one that is right for you and a good company to work with? Here are some ideas to help you out:
1. When searching, try to narrow your search as much as possible. If you are looking for a 30-year, fixed rate, second mortgage for example, put that in the search. This will help you to sort out those companies who do not offer the service that you need. You will immediately get results of companies who do these types of loans and mortgages, so you can start at a smaller place than getting swamped with millions of hits.
2. When looking through the company’s site, go to the ‘about us’ page first. While you might be tempted to look at their services and such, find out about the company before you fill out any forms or offer up any personal information. Some online companies aren’t allowed to provide mortgages for...