The Mortgage Files

Nationally syndicated mortgage news and advice from Senior Loan Officer Scott Sheldon.

Why Who You Use for a Mortgage Matters More Than the Rate

By Scott Sheldon / March 18, 2026

Who you use for a mortgage loan matters. Let’s walk through a very real scenario that happens all the time when someone is considering refinancing their home. Imagine you currently have a 6.25% conventional mortgage. You’re looking at refinancing because you see interest rates drifting lower. You call a lender and they quote you 5.25%.…