Mollie L. Guess, The LO Perspective, NMLS 1452843

06/12/2026

Not everyone wants to manage a team. Discover how solo loan officers can build lucrative careers with customized support, like a dedicated assistant, without the traditional branch manager route.

06/08/2026

Imagine leading a company with someone who's been a top loan officer for 10 years, closing over a billion dollars annually. That's who's at the helm. They're not just leading; they're in the trenches, using all platforms daily, catching issues before anyone else. Experience like that is invaluable.

06/03/2026

06/03/2026

Chatting with Tony Ducker - Petal Mayor

The mayor breaks down what made him choose to live in Petal over Hattiesburg… Petal’s “It Factor” ❤️.

06/02/2026

Sometime in 2021, I practically yelled at my coach on our first zoom meeting- "HOW DO I GET THE CALLS UNDER CONTROL".

She said, "Call my phone right now and memorize my voicemail and then change yours to match".

Then she said, "Whatever you do, make sure you do exactly what that voicemail says you'll do because this is your first test with them on how dependable you are."

I learned that people just want reasonable expectations and follow-through.

06/02/2026

Dear Buyers,

If you're pre-approved and your lender isn't offering a temporary buydown, let's talk.🫣

For example, if your note rate is 5.875%, I can give you a 4.875% interest rate for the first 12 months, then 5.875% for the remainder of the loan term.😯🤑

That lower first-year payment can provide some breathing room while you settle into your new home.😍😍😍

Apply here for a rate quote. It's a soft pull.

Mollie Guess, a mortgage lender at Rate (NMLS #1452843) in Hattiesburg, MS, can help with home purchase, mortgage refinance & fast closings. Get approved today!

06/01/2026

Sometime in 2021, I practically yelled at my coach on our first zoom meeting- "HOW DO I GET THE CALLS UNDER CONTROL".

She said, "Call my phone right now and memorize my voicemail and then change yours to match".

Then she said, "Whatever you do, make sure you do exactly what that voicemail says you'll do because this is your first test with them on how dependable you are."

I learned that people just want reasonable expectations and follow-through. That's all.

06/01/2026

Chatting w/ MBA's David Upbin. Tired of national companies bypassing the core origination process? SOLO's School of Loan Origination is unique, focusing on what others skip. Get true origination training, not just sales.

05/28/2026

Chatting with MBA's David Upbin. The fastest way to level up isn’t always learning from someone 30 years ahead of you. Sometimes it’s learning from the person who’s navigating the same market, same technology, same generation shifts, and still finding a way to win.