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Loan Estimate Challenges

Wyoming’s Biggest LE Challenges

Known as “The Equality State,” Wyoming holds the distinction of being the first state in the nation to have a county public library.

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Lending Leaders

Reflecting on 2023

Get ready for an eyeful of holiday sweater… Alayna and Jim sit down with Dave Spektor to reflect on 2023 and look forward to 2024.

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Loan Estimate Challenges

West Virginia’s Biggest LE Challenges

West Virginia has a few unique features with regard to its real estate closing fees. Recording fees are consistently priced statewide in West Virginia.

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Loan Estimate Challenges

Alabama’s Biggest LE Challenges

There are very few wrinkles for loan officers to consider when it comes to closing fees deep in the heart of Dixie. 

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Deeper Thoughts

Growth During A Tough Season

This year was one of progress for LodeStar. Growing in a tough market, gaining market share and adding a slew of great integrations (with more to come).

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A Tale of Two Mortgages

“Before the Holidays”

Octavia is ready for holiday break…

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Loan Estimate Challenges

Florida’s Biggest LE Challenges

Florida is another state in which title insurance rates are promulgated (set by regulatory authority). However, the rates may vary by type of mortgage transaction. Refinance mortgages are of particular interest, as a substitution discount or reissue may be available.

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Lending Leaders

The Power of Vulnerability

Raquel Borras, host of Raq the Boat and Women Who Shred, talks with Alayna Gardner about bridging the generational gap, fostering accountability, and bringing a spirit of fun to the workplace.

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Loan Estimate Challenges

Tennessee’s Biggest LE Challenges

Home to The Grand Ole Opry, the longest running radio show in the world for any genre, Tennessee is also the birthplace of cotton candy, Mountain Dew and the Moon Pie.

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