Team Brandenburger - CrossCountry Mortgage

🎉 Navigating the First Day of NAR Changes: A Success! 🏡

We just made it through the first day of the NAR changes, and I’m thrilled to share that I received 3 contracts from agents—without a single change to compensation! 🎯 Sellers still recognize the value of paying buyer agents, and buyers continue to see the importance of having a skilled real estate professional guide them through the process. 💪

But these changes don’t just impact how agents conduct their business—they’re also transforming how we, as mortgage professionals, should approach ours. Here’s what I see:

1️⃣ Loan Officers Need to Step Up: Those who pass their referrals to a JR LO or call center, rather than being a true "loan officer," will see their value diminish. When you refer a loan officer, that person should be the one your client talks to. The process is important, but the person behind it is what truly matters. I believe that the first conversation your client has should be with me—because that’s the level of commitment you and your clients deserve.

2️⃣ Loan Officers as the Glue: Your loan officer should reinforce your value proposition. Can you trust their "assistant" to secure your relationship with your buyers? With the value of buyer agents now under closer scrutiny, it’s crucial that your clients are connected with a loan officer you can trust.

In conclusion, the NAR changes are not just shifting how you do business, but also who you choose to do business with. It’s not about working with the #1 loan officer or top producers; it’s about working with the loan officer who’s #1 for YOU and YOUR clients. I’m dedicated to being that loan officer. Let’s keep winning together. 🏆

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5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Ryan Brandenburger by Gina L - Ryan is amazing, efficient, knowledgeable, kind, responsive and extremely transparent. I encourage anyone that has an opportunity to work with him DO NOT HESITATE!!!!! I have been in real estate for many many years and he is definitely rated at the top. You will not be disappointed in his services.

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5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Ryan Brandenburger by Gilberto V - He made sure to explain every detail and locked me into a much better rate saving over a couple hundred in principle payment… AWESOME

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5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Ryan Brandenburger by Gianna T - Everyone on the team was extremely helpful. Responded QUICKLY to any questions I had and was always willing to help me.

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