Mortgage Loan Originators,

get your Clients ready with

"Do It Yourself" solutions!


Mortgage loan originators (MLOs) frequently work with prospective homebuyers who encounter obstacles that delay or prevent mortgage approval. These challenges often include low credit scores, high student loan debt, high debt-to-income (DTI) ratios, insufficient down payment funds, or a lack of proper documentation. Rather than turning these clients away, MLOs can provide valuable guidance by equipping them with "Do It Yourself" (DIY) resources to help them resolve these issues.


This client-focused approach not only builds trust and loyalty but also expands the MLO’s pipeline of future borrowers, ensuring a steady flow of qualified applicants who are better prepared for homeownership.

Important News About Student Loans that Every MLO Should Know... Go Here for More!

   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.

 2 Ways Loan Originators Can Locate Down Payment Assistance for Clients

Down Payment Connect is already being used by MLOs and Realtors. Now it's available to HUD Counselors through HomePrep!


Read more about the 2 ways that MLO's can find all down payment assistance available for their clients here!


Seven Common Services Most Needed for Pre-Mortgage Client Help


2 Paths of Services for MLOs and Their Clients

Path 1: MLO DIY (Do It Yourself) Solutions and Path 2: Refer Client to HomePrep with HUD Counselor

Service Costs and Who Will Pay.


"The best way to teach someone how to do it is to show them how it's done." - Unknown

The Best Resources For MLOs Assembled

MLO DIY Solutions

"How To" resources for MLOs that want to learn how to use tools that can expand education of challenges and how your client can overcome them.


Some services are FREE and some are at a cost to your client.

HomePrep for MLOs

MLOs refer challenged clients to HUD counselors to correct issues. When the client is "mortgage ready", the MLO is notified!


There is a cost to use HomePrep for the MLO. Some services have a cost for your client.


For more about HomePrep for MLO's, go here.

Other Resources

Articles, mortgage trade groups, mortgage advocacy, tips from industry professionals and more!


For more Resources, go here!

Disclaimer : Pamela Marron, licensed loan originator NMLS# 246438 and developer of Clients2homeowners.com, receives no compensation for any services shown on this website. This website was made for mortgage loan originators to assist clients who have challenges getting a mortgage.

More Resources for MLOs

By Pam Marron, Loan Originator, NMLS#246438 April 8, 2025
A Few Extra Points MLOs Need to Know For Clients With Student Loans
By Pam Marron, Licensed Loan Originator, NMLS# 246438 April 8, 2025
MLOs: Review 7 Points Before Pre-Approving Clients with Student Loans
By Pam Marron, Licensed Loan Originator, NMLS#246438 March 29, 2025
Questions answered about student loan repayment plans, default and more.
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