E29: Home Loans, Loan Officers, How Appraisers/Lenders Can Help, Importance of Appraisal Speed and Accuracy for Loan Rates

Jeff and Mark talk to the loan officer whisperer Brian Vieaux covering the evolving role of loan officers as financing consultants for their borrowers. They also discuss how appraisers and lenders can more effectively interact and support each other's businesses, how appraisal speed and accuracy improve pull-through closing rates for loans, and why Brian would still want an appraisal for a home purchase.