Tag: Dodd-Frank

As I sit here today and sign off on checks directed to my federal, state and local governments, I have to admit I’m not humming “God Bless America” under my breath.  In fact, like many, I’m muttering something I hope my four-year old son doesn’t hear.  But it’s not because I don’t believe I should have to pay taxes. more

This week, I’m going to overstep my bounds a little bit. That’s ok, I feel very strongly about this. Plus, I don’t work for the CFPB (in theory, they work for me, right?).  more

“The first step toward change is awareness.  The second step is acceptance.”   Nathaniel Branden

Ok, maybe that was a little cheesy.  And it’s possibly even out of context.  But it strikes me that Dr. Branden’s words could be very applicable to the real estate and mortgage industry today. more

I recently returned from the MBA Annual Convention in Atlanta, and must say I was impressed.  I’ve been to other conferences, and other MBA conferences.  The show was nice.  But that’s not what really caught my attention.  more