Frequently Asked Questions

Mortgage Consulting

Mortgage consulting is an independent, fee-based advisory service designed to help you make confident, informed decisions about your home financing.
I help clients understand their mortgage options, evaluate lenders, prepare financially, and avoid costly mistakes. My goal is to serve as your fiduciary advocate, ensuring your loan serves your best interest—not the lender’s.

Traditional loan officers earn their income through commissions, yield spread premiums, and higher interest margins. Their incentive is to sell a loan.

My role is completely different. I provide objective, hourly consulting—I don’t quote rates or originate loans. Instead, I help you review offers, compare loan programs, and work alongside my licensed team to ensure your transaction is transparent, well-priced, and structured properly.
No. You are free to work with any lender or mortgage company you choose—including your existing bank, credit union, or an outside retail lender.

If you choose to work with my team, a dedicated licensed loan officer—not me—will be assigned to handle your loan from start to finish, including disclosures, underwriting, and closing.

In either case, my role remains the same: to serve as your advisor and advocate, protecting your interests and ensuring your loan aligns with your overall financial plan.

My consulting fee is $250 per hour, billed at the time of booking.

I am a licensed mortgage broker, but I do not personally originate loans. If you choose to apply with one of my team’s lending partners, your loan will be originated by a licensed loan officer who has the experience and will take the lead in your transaction.

I will receive compensation from the mortgage company for the referral,. All compensation is fully disclosed, compliant, and transparent through Nexa Lending who will be originating your loan.

No. I do not collect or hold advance fees for mortgage services.

However, lenders may require third-party fees such as appraisals, credit reports, or inspection costs. These are paid directly to the provider or through the lender’s secure portal—never to me personally.

You’ll receive all required disclosures from the licensed loan officer handling your file.

Consulting fees are non-refundable once the session begins.

You may reschedule once within 30 days of your original booking at no additional cost, provided you give at least 24 hours’ notice. Missed or late-cancelled sessions are forfeited.

Absolutely. Many clients work with me long before applying for financing.

I can help you:

  • Build or repair credit strategically
  • Improve debt-to-income ratios
  • Prepare documentation for underwriting
  • Evaluate loan programs and property types
  • Understand lender guidelines and what to expect
This preparation can significantly improve your approval odds and loan terms.

If you choose to proceed with one of my team’s lenders, you’ll work directly with a licensed loan officer who manages the loan origination process.

I’ll remain in close contact as your consultant and fiduciary, reviewing disclosures, timelines, and final terms to ensure the process serves your best interest.

The mortgage company will compensate for the referral role which is in compliance with all state and federal regulations.

Yes. I advise clients pursuing all types of financing, including:
Home purchases
Refinances (rate/term or cash-out)
Investment and rental properties
Trust, estate, or probate transactions
Self-employed or non-traditional borrowers

Whether you’re buying, refinancing, or restructuring your portfolio, I help you navigate the process strategically and transparently.

Because lenders sell loans, but I protect your interests.
Most borrowers don’t know what to ask, how to compare loan estimates, or what fees are negotiable. My role is to empower you with clarity, protect you from unnecessary costs, and ensure your financing aligns with your goals—not just the lender’s revenue model.

You can schedule your first consultation directly at (Schedule your Consultation)

All sessions are prepaid at booking and can be rescheduled once within 30 days.

During your first session, we’ll assess your goals, financial readiness, and loan strategy—and create a clear roadmap for success.

Disclaimer:

Eric Lawrence Frazier, MBA, is a licensed mortgage broker (CA DRE #01143484, NMLS #451807) providing mortgage consulting services solely in an advisory capacity. He does not personally originate loans. All mortgage origination and lending activity is performed by licensed loan officers within the company, and all compensation is disclosed in compliance with RESPA, TILA, and California lending laws.

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