28. James Harrison, Mortgage Architects Brokerage

Company: Mortgage Architects Brokerage 
Total volume: $90 million
Loans funded: 199

CMP: What was your primary strategy for growing your business in 2018?
James Harrison: My primary strategy was to hire a client care manager to help with scheduling and client management so each and every client has one more contact to help them with any and all questions.

CMP: What can lenders do to help brokers achieve even higher volumes in 2019?
JH: Provide better rates, equity programs and mortgages for those who are self-employed.