Most homebuyers will need to hire a mortgage lender when it comes time to make a purchase. Many choose to go with national or online lenders because of the convenience and the perceived “deals” that they offer, but the truth is that’s not the best route. Hiring a local lender is a much wiser decision for many different reasons. They already have relationships with local appraisers and agents, and they’ll be much more attentive to your loan in general. To learn more about the benefits of hiring a local lender, watch this short video.