How to Build Stronger, More Strategic Industry Partnerships

Strong, strategic partnerships are what help ensure the home financing process is being managed and monitored and—perhaps most important of all!—moving along smoothly. And the partnership between a loan officer and a real estate professional is one of the most essential. We compiled the top reasons you should work on reinforcing the essential connections in your sphere of influence.

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Buckle Up! Housing Market Conditions Are About to Get a Tad Bumpy

For those of us working in the mortgage industry, we have accepted that month-to-month unpredictability comes with the territory. However, it’s fair to state that the housing market has not seen this level of uncertainty since the Great Recession of 2007–2009. In the latest Volly Insights post, we explore the recent developments and changes that are impacting our industry.

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Wanna Get Away? Here’s How! Follow Our Vacation Tips for Busy Industry Professionals

In our industry, it seems there is never a perfect time for a vacation. There are always relationships to nurture, loan transactions to manage, and marketing strategies to implement. But the truth is, everyone needs time away. Regularly taking vacations and fully understanding their benefits is essential. Whether you lounge by a pool sipping a fruity cocktail, do activities that are a bit more active or adventurous, or hang at home for a “staycation,” taking time off benefits the body and the mind.

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