The mortgage industry is poised for a potential uptick in production due to a long-awaited reduction in interest rates. This presents a valuable opportunity for mortgage professionals to help clients, especially those burdened with student loans, to secure favorable mortgage terms. To fully capitalize on this, it’s crucial for loan originators to focus on three key areas: the impact of credit report changes after September 30, 2024, the benefits still available for federal student loans, and knowing the differences between federal and private loans. An example of a self-service student loan analysis tool that can be used for FREE can be found in this article.