Working with the right lender makes a huge difference in your home buying experience. You want someone who is on your side, on the same page, and willing to go the extra mile. You want someone who will answer your questions with confidence and get right down to the nitty gritty details to find the best loan for you. Shopping around for the right mortgage and the best customer service is important for the biggest financial decision of your life! I am a fan of banks and credit unions, but I also like working with mortgage brokers. Why? Mortgage brokers can source loans from a larger pool than a bank. This gives them more options and they often have different loan packages that might just be the ticket for you. Although working with many lenders to get quotes may lower your credit (they pull it to pre-approve you), it is still worth it to have at least two or three institutions to compare your best loan and rate too. If it were me getting a loan, I would certainly shop around. Here are two great folks that work as Mortgage Brokers in Maine that provide top notch service and have years of experience to answer any question you may have.