Persuing a Career in Loss Mitigation
Have you ever dreamed of quitting that mind-numbing, nine-to-five job to take on something more independent? Have you yearned to be an entrepreneur and and pursue your own business, working on your own schedule? Have you wondered to yourself what sort of business you should start, what would be fulfilling and provide a solution to a need in today’s market?
A career in loss mitigation counseling offers everything an aspiring sole proprietor could want in a new career. As a loss mitigation counselor, you become your own boss, working according to your desired schedule and workload. There are a number of benefits to loss mitigation as a career as well, as it is ideal for adults of all ages and levels of experience, and the job itself brings great satisfaction to people interested in helping others find solutions to their mortgage and financial troubles.
Set your own hours – you can work full-time or part-time as needed Work from anywhere – set up an office or work from home Easily transfer workload – if you have to move, you can set up your shingle anywhere Minimal start-up costs – there is no equipment to buy, only training fees where applicable
The purpose of loss mitigation is to essentially prevent foreclosure on homes. Each year thousands of families face the possibility of losing their homes due to various financial problems. In order to stop foreclosure, many seek the guidance of a counselor who specializes in loss mitigation. The loss mitigation counselor assesses each case to determine what can be done to preserve the homeowner’s financial standing, and possibility let him keep his home. For a person interested in humanitarian work, becoming such a counselor provides the ability to help others and making an honest living.
Becoming a loss mitigation counselor will require some training, but prior education or experience in real estate or finance is not necessary. Loss mitigation differs from other home-based work opportunities in that it is not a get rich quick scheme. It is understood by everyone who applies for training that work will be involved to make their individual businesses successful. In loss mitigation, the work is equally rewarding with every family assisted. It is a career for anybody seeking such fulfillment and freedom.
By: Dan Schultz
About the Author:
Dan Schultz operates American Loss Mitigation, Inc., a consultancy dedicated to helping people prevent home foreclosure. Schultz also trains interested people to become loss mitigation counselors and set up their own counseling agencies.