Like a good Marriage...

I've been to enough weddings this summer to last a lifetime, but all was not lost on me....

After the last one on Vancouver Island, I got to thinking about how each couple had vows that were similar.
All the words spoken were of meaning and purpose. They had the same undertone and were fashioned to convey the way they felt about each other and the promise they were undertaking. It is special to be a part of union's like that, and to those that I had the honor to do so, I thank you.

But it got me thinking...

And for those that know me, that can take me to some strange places indeed.

But this time it was hyper-focused which was a nice change and saved me a few hours...haha

I was comparing the relationship that a Mortgage Broker has with a new and or existing client to that of one of Marriage between 2 loved ones.

So let me give you my thoughts...

As a Mortgage Broker we should almost be taking vows each time we meet a client for the first time.

Perhaps something like this....

"I Kevyn, take you Frederick Hampton III, to be my new client."

"I promise to love, honor and obey all of your wishes and commands as long as they make sense to do so"

"I promise to be honest, up front and explain all of the things I will be acting for and doing on your behalf"

"I will not forget that I am a guide and teacher, and will do my best to make sure you understand everything to the level that you can make an informed decision."

"I will never forsake our relationship. I will return your calls and emails in a timely fashion, and will answer all your questions with the patience that a new Mother shows her brand new baby"

"I will provide ongoing service to you once our deal has funded. I will keep in touch regularly, and continue to be available when you need me"

"By the power vested in me by FICOM and under the MBA, I now pronounce us, Client and acting Mortgage Broker."

Those are the feelings I try to convey each time I sit across the table with a new or ongoing client.

Those are the things my late Father Jack has instilled in both Chad and I, and we will continue to practice until our time is up as well.
We were taught well, and will continue to surround ourselves with Brokers who fit the same model and can contribute to our Happy Family.

Until next time, now you know. And as G.I. Joe used to say...

"knowing is half the battle"   (they also used to say..."got to get tough"...but I didn't know where I could fit that in.)

check out my website if you have a chance for anything new to do with the Mortgage Brokers Act or upcoming changes.
www.kevynoyhenart.ca

Kevyn