While real estate agents focus on the buying and selling of a certain property, loan officers deal with the financial side of obtaining a mortgage. A loan officer will help you make sound financial decisions and obtain the right home loan for you.

Residential loan officers, or mortgage loan officers, assist the homebuyer with purchasing or refinancing a home. Loan officers are often employed by larger financial institutions and help borrowers choose the right type of loan, compile their loan application, and communicate with appraisers.