| Benchmark seeks experienced and seasoned mortgage professionals. We desire at least two years current origination experience and frankly, like to see three years plus. Secondly, we evaluate the credit standing of all our Branch Partners...particularly any challenges in the last 12 to 24 months. Naturally, we understand that extenuating circumstances occur and we patiently review each letter of explanation when there are challenges. Lastly, we conduct a background check on each and every Branch Manager as well as Loan Officer intending to originate loans for Benchmark. Care and confidentiality are the hallmarks of our selection procedure. |