hello everyone

i am located in california, awaiting my real estate license...i am now looking into loan officer/processor...anyone know of any good reputable school in california....orange county and inland empire area...also any advice as to how to enter the field of the mortgage industry besides going to school....also do i have to be licensed as a loan officer?....thanks a bunch

to be a loan officer I think there is some test you have to pass but to be a processor its fair game to get involved call up some mortgage co in your area and see if they need assitances or processors thats where I would start then you would let them train you on the paper work

Search for a guy named Alvin on the forum. He might have some refrences.

Being a loan officer could make you quite a bit of money, if you are good at it. Meaning, you are good with people, and building relationships, and of course...cold calling. If you can stay away from a job that requires you to cold call for more than 80% of the time.

Also, try and find a place which offers a base salary as well as commission, not just commission. As far as certifications go, it varies state to state, I'm not sure what the status is of CA.

Going to school to be a loan officer is not necessary, but most companies love a business major, and if you have sales experience, that could trump your lack of a degree.