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Is it better to work with someone local or does it matter if I work with someone who is over a 1,000 miles away..I have received about 30 quotes in 10 minutes..I am so confused
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March 10 2009 - Los Angeles
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LOL..LA Woman, I know Geoff personally and he will do a great job for you.  You should contact him. 
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March 10 2009
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Scot King:  What's important to me in a broker?  Someone who doesn't take more than a year to answer a question!!!

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March 25 2010
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Well let's see.  What's important to you in a broker?  Integrity? Experience? A good rate and low fees? Knowing that's he's always available for you when you need him?  References? How about someone local to you right here in LA. I could go on. These are important things that make the difference. :>
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March 25 2010
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Tamm, had this nickname during my teen and early 20s: Rudedog.
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nickname: Crude Rude! .. How'd you like my website? .... You know I was just joking, don't Ya'? ... Rudi
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March 10 2009
Rudi, that was rude of you.
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LA, if she could, she would! ... : >  )
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March 10 2009
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fascinating

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March 10 2009
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Thanks Tammy, I contacted Geoff and he was extremely easy to talk to you and very understanding of my situation. Sorry if I you feel I was being negative towards you.
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March 10 2009
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Not a joke thread in the least Tammy, sorry you took offense to the comment but you did say you knew him personally. I was just assuming that you meant sexually.
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March 10 2009
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What a shame... Figures right Tammy...
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March 10 2009
Ok, so this is a joke thread.  Good stuff.  Too bad I wasted my time.
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March 10 2009
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OH MY... That is funny... "I would prefer to work wiht someone closeby and that Kat Whitman looks evil."

Good Answer Tammy!
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March 10 2009
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LOL Tammy, do you know him in the bibilical sense? Geoff looks like he do much better than you which is why I ask, not trying to be rude
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March 10 2009
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Tammy, here is my loan request ID  ZR-QFJCSCK  who do you think I should contact? I would prefer to work wiht someone closeby and that Kat Whitman looks evil. I am thinking I should contact Geoff Cochems to see if he can deliver on his quote
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March 10 2009
lol...scratch off that last word 'us'.  I'm doing to much at one time!
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March 10 2009
Whether they are local or not doesn't really matter in my opinion.  Most of this stuff is handled via email/fax anyhow.  Look through your quotes, see which ones appear to have the best rate/fees, get Good Faith Estimates from them and pick 2 or 3 from that and speak with the broker/lenders.  Go with your gut on who you felt most comfortable with us.
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March 10 2009
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Its completly up to you and who you trust will provide you with the best overall product and customer service.  Many of us can lend in all 50 states, thats why you have so many hits.  Do your research on the mortgage institute and the broker or loan officer.  Go with your Gut!
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