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Tony Gallegos - The Mortgage Cicerone
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Cicerone - cic•e•ro•ni (-nē) - A guide or person eloquent in sharing knowledge and inspiring impactful action
Interests: friends, my family, reading, teaching, college football, theology, process improvement and interesting people.
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Mar 15, 2010
NAMB/HUD Webinar Replay - RESPA/ GFE Reform ~ FHA Appraisals ~ FHA Broker Approval
For those of you unable to attend or listen, attached is the 12/1/2009 video webinar hosted by NAMB addressing three main areas of regulation and updates that mortgage brokers must be aware of and be prepared for 2010. The purpose... Continue reading
Posted Dec 2, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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11/30/09 Weekly Radio Mortgage Market Update
In this week’s Radio show, David Lykken, Alice Alvey, Joe Farr and Tony Gallegos provide inside up-to-the-minute information on interest rates, loan programs and "hot" industry news related to the mortgage industry specifically addressing the following topics: MBS and Market... Continue reading
Posted Dec 2, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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How Social Media Impacts Your Organization - The Good, Bad and the Ugly
Posted Nov 29, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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NAMB Webinar - Is Your Company Ready for RESPA/GFE
Posted Nov 25, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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Super Bowl Event for Mortgage Originators - The Mortgage Revolution - January 10 through 12
It's no great secret, the mortgage industry is experiencing severe change and consumers are looking anywhere they can seeking direction and help. For that reason, the industries TOP mortgage professionals have volunteered their time, effort and money to sponsor an... Continue reading
Posted Nov 19, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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11/16/09 Weekly Radio Mortgage Market Update
In this weeks Radio show, Alice Alvey, Joe Farr and Tony Gallegos provide inside up-to-the-minute information on interest rates, loan programs and "hot" industry news related to the mortgage industry specifically addressing the following topics: MBS and Market update Inflationary... Continue reading
Posted Nov 16, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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Weekly Mortgage Market Update on Blog Talk Radio
On this weekly Radio show, mortgage industry veterans, David Lykken, along with frequent guests, Alice Alvey, Joe Farr and Scott Sanderson provide up-to-the-minute information on interest rates, loan programs and "hot" industry news related to the mortgage industry. Shortly I... Continue reading
Posted Nov 9, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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FHA Issues Two Mortgagee Letters - New Condo Rules
Temporary Guidance for Condominium Policy MORTGAGEE LETTER 2009-46 A November 6, 2009 In Mortgagee Letter 2009-46 B, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) announced the permanent baseline guidance for condominium project eligibility. This Mortgagee Letter (ML) waives five provisions of that... Continue reading
Posted Nov 9, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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Information Overload
Posted Nov 5, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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Radio Mortgage Interview with Tony Gallegos About FHA and VA Lending
On Thursday, October 1, 2009, Radio Mortgage host Brian Brady, interviewed me (Tony Gallegos) about the general state of FHA and VA lending. Below are a few topics we discussed: FHA and VA lending volume surging Lack of FHA/VA expertise... Continue reading
Posted Oct 1, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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Critical $8000 First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Deadlines
The government’s First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit program expires November 30, 2009 — a scant 60 days from today. In this video, Chris Brown provides critical milestone dates originators, Realtors and homebuyers must be aware of if they plan on... Continue reading
Posted Oct 1, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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Expert Predicts Astounding 72% Decline In Mortgage Brokerage Firms Nationwide
Posted Sep 30, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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VA Loan Volume Surging - The Good, the Bad and the Reality
VA loan volume is surging and up by over 300% in several large markets. In this video, I will share facts, issues, case study examples, statistics and the VA perspective surrounding the the concerns discussed Continue reading
Posted Sep 29, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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FHA Delegates Broker Approval to Lenders: Why Mortgage Brokers are Concerned
Over the last week, I have been bombarded with questions and concerns regarding the recent announcement by the FHA delegating authority to approved direct endorsement (DE) lenders to approve mortgage brokers to originate FHA loans. To answer these questions, I... Continue reading
Posted Sep 28, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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FHA Capital Reserve Update: What Mass Media Neglects to Disclose
Posted Sep 21, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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FHA Reserve Requirements Fall - Are FHA Guidelines Tightening?
Posted Sep 18, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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LIVE BROADCAST - The State of the Mortgage Market and VA Lending
Posted Sep 16, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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When FHA TOTAL Scorecard Decisions Go Bad
Posted Sep 11, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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FHA Market Share Explodes Nationwide – Why FHA Is Relevant Again and How It Happened
Posted Sep 3, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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How Social Media Can Be An Opportunity or Disaster For You...You Pick!
I do NOT profess to being a social media expert, however I am a social media believer! Consequently, through great effort and pain, my friend Mark Green at Top of Mind has re-awakened me to the force of social media... Continue reading
Posted Aug 29, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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How You Can Build Client Loyalty By Sharing Your Life.
Why Reality Television Is So Popular! According to media experts, Reality TV now dominates more than 30% of prime time television. Everywhere you turn, there's another series taking you into the lives of celebrities and common folk alike. I personally... Continue reading
Posted Aug 28, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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If You Have Never Failed, You Have Never Lived
This is a great video about motivation and the need to continue onward in the face of adversity! In a nutshell: Success in life = Risk. Continue reading
Posted Aug 13, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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Are You "Bitching " About or "Embracing" Change?
Posted Aug 11, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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Are You Guilty of Mocking Your Clients?
Posted Aug 6, 2009 at The Mortgage Cicerone - FHA/VA Training and Advisory Services
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