From An 18-Year Veteran Banker to the President of Universal Mortgage Solutions, Meet Accomplished Mortgage Broker, Leann Scarlett
*TORONTO, CA / ACCESSWIRE / January 12, 2021 /* Leann Scarlett began her career as a mortgage broker back in 2001. Back then, the mortgage brokers value proposition was commonly misunderstood. Consumers thought brokers charged high fees and would only help people with poor credit. Knowing she had much experience and knowledge to share, Leann decided to leave the shackles of the bank to pursue a career as a licensed mortgage broker and to make her mark on the profession and industry. With her background as an ex-banker, she wanted to help as many people as she could by offering different products from different lending institutions, with an unbiased opinion, to help her clients set up a strong financial foundation.
Time and Leann's efforts on educating her clients, realtors, and other industry professionals changed those misconceptions. These days it's "normal" to work with a broker, especially with one as experienced as Leann.
In 2016, Leann started Universal Mortgage Solutions, where her mission was and still is about educating consumers, not only on how they can save interest costs on their mortgage, but also the value she can bring to them. As a mortgage broker, Leann brings years of experience to the table. She gives her borrowers unbiased professional advice, and also listens with empathy, because understanding where her borrowers are and where they want to be financially is paramount in setting them up for success.
Universal Mortgage Solutions offers a variety of mortgage services and products. First time home buyers have relied on Leann to guide them on the path of homeownership and beyond. Leann says, "It's time for Albertans to benefit from the low interest rate market. Take a look at the mortgage they have, speak with a qualified mortgage broker to restructure it, consolidate debts, perhaps just take advantage of the low rates and break the current mortgage they have, which could save them thousands of dollars in interest charges, even get dollars to complete the home renovation project they have been putting off."
She continues, "Reverse mortgages are also another specialty Universal Mortgage Solutions offers, as many seniors in Alberta are sitting on properties that are paid for, yet are hardly able to purchase groceries, I take the time to sit down with these seniors and explain clearly how they can get their home equity out to give them the quality of life they so deserve."
Leann has a talent for putting numbers together in order to make it work for a borrower. Her out of the box thinking has been an essential asset in becoming a proficient mortgage broker, it has proven effective as evidenced by her ability to stack up awards throughout her career.
For starters, in just her rookie year as a mortgage broker, she garnered the Rising Star Award. Being in the mortgage brokerage business for over 20 years she has made many connections through the industry and has a great reputation in the community she serves. According to Leann, "I am always grateful for my profession, my award is given to me every time that I place a homebuyer into a mortgage with a plan for success".
Her decorated career didn't come without challenges. When asked what struggles she had to overcome to get where she is today, she says. "I went through a divorce that almost crippled me, it took my drive and my confidence, it came to a point where it almost paralyzed me. I was a single mom raising two active children, it was a juggling act many late nights and very early mornings."
"What made it even tougher back in 2008 was the financial crisis we had to face. Many lenders left the Canadian mortgage market. We were left with lenders that didn't have the flexible products we once had, it was going back to the early days of my career. At this time it gave me the opportunity to put my experience to work and help people restructure their finances to give them some much needed breathing room."
"Today we face new challenges, the current COVID-19 pandemic and the downturn in our oil and gas sector. So many Albertans are being affected by loss of income whether it's reduced hours, reduction in income or job loss. My experience will allow me to face these challenges and help consumers restructure their finances once again."
"I stayed and will stay strong, I've adjusted my whole thought process knowing that giving up was never an option-- recognizing people need someone with my knowledge and experience to help them gain a solid financial foundation Whether it's to restructure their finances or help those with the dream of homeownership. I've adapted my personality to bring calm energy in the room in one of the most sensitive times the mortgage industry has seen."
When asked what made her the successful mortgage broker she is today she answers, "Empathy, I truly feel where my clients are coming from. I feel their joy, their frustration, I listen to their concerns and fears. Once I know where they are in their current mortgage situation and what their personal and financial position and goals are, I work quickly and efficiently to provide a plan for them. I have always been and always will be dedicated to my clients and their financial success".
"Nothing beats knowledge and experience. I believe the knowledge and wisdom I gained over many decades is what makes me stand out from most of the mortgage brokers in Alberta. "
This master veteran of the mortgage industry had several difficulties down the road. She hit rock bottom but has successfully built her authority from the ground up. She provides her clients with the confidence they need to achieve their homeownership dreams.
Find out more about Leann Scarlett's accomplishments and what she has in store for various home buyers and homeowners of Alberta, Canada.
*CONTACT:*
Universal Mortgage Solutions
+1(403)358-4855
https://www.universalmtge.com
*SOURCE*: Variance Marketing
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