
Bell Bank Mortgage Experience the Bell Difference.
Bell Bank Mortgage Experience the Bell Difference.
Work for a company that puts
Imagine working for a company where the bottom line is “Happy Employees. Happy Customers.”, people are prioritized over profits and you’re empowered to make a difference in your community.
Many people don’t even stay in their first home as long as our mortgage lenders stay with Bell. They average almost 10 years of tenure with our company -- and for good reason.
At our exceptional workplace, you’ll enjoy:
A shared mission of treating people right
Customer-centric polices and processes
A family-oriented workplace
A culture committed to paying it forward
Competitive commissions, bonuses and benefits
Platinum and President’s Clubs that recognize top mortgage lenders
Team support and the tools you need to be successful
What if you could expand your mortgage career at a company with the resources to help clients get the home loans they need, at competitive rates, with some of the lowest fees around? A place where you could make sure your clients’ loans closed easily and on time – every time? A business where team members really do treat one another –and our customers – like family?
Welcome to Bell Bank Mortgage. With core values of family, unequaled service and giving back, we treat our customers how we would like to be treated, offering highly competitive rates, a wide variety of loan programs and a reputation for award-winning service, reliability and on-time closings. With every step of our customers’ financing handled in house, we give fast answers, fewer headaches and peace of mind. Dedicated support teams guide each loan, from preapproval to close, and closing packages are typically in place an average five business days before close.
We’re built on a solid foundation of doing the right thing. That means you can put your clients’ best interests first, always.
We recognize that our employees are our most important resource. And we know that’s why we not only continually win awards for customer service, but also are routinely recognized as a top workplace.
A tradition that has empowered millions of dollars in grassroots giving and impacted tens of thousands of lives. It’stheheartbeatofourculture.
$30 Million in Giving
Over the past 17 years and going strong!
Watch and read the inspiring stories at bell.bank/payitforward.
Our team of experienced professionals takes ownership of every loan, from start to finish.
In fact, every stage of financing, from processing and underwriting through closing documentation, is handled at Bell.
Your customer stays with you!
WE SERVICE 95% of our loans and bring them back to YOU!
Your customers are your clients for life!
Founded in 1966 in Fargo, N.D.
2,000+ employee-owners via an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) No acquisitions - all organically grown.
Comprehensive Benefit Plans
401(k) plans, 403(b), profit sharing, defined benefit plans and more
The nation’s 6ᵗʰ largest privately held bankowned and operated.
Mortgage locations in ND, MN, WI, TN, FL, KS, MO, NM & AZ
Employee Owned + ESOP
giving our employees ownership in holding company.
More than $14 billion in assets
Retail, wealth management and correspondent banking offices across the U.S.
Marketing Sales Support Operations Bell Bank Mortgage
We acknowledge that continuous development and connecting with suitable lenders are crucial for growth. At Bell, we provide a live sales support team to ensure that our sales team always has access to assistance for any loanrelated inquiries.
We promote and enable straightforward, open communication within our family-like atmosphere. From processing and underwriting to closing departments, our Bell lenders can easily reach out to our support team by phone or in person. Additionally, each of our lenders has a dedicated support team member to assist with selling loans, ensuring a seamless process without any concerns.
When you work for Bell, your part of a team. With a dedicated mortgage account team, marketing project manager who knows you personally, and an annual budget to help you grow your client base, you’re supported every step of the way. We support you.
More great support for your career when you join the Bell Bank Mortgage team.
As a Bell Bank Mortgage lender, you and your support team will take ownership of every loan, from
start to finish. In fact, every single stage of financing, is handled here at Bell. For every one at Bell, the goal is to close on time, every time.
At Bell, you’ll enjoy a huge array of loan programs and services tailored to our clients.
Loans
FNMA/FHLMC (serviced in-house)
FHA (serviced in-house)
VA (serviced in-house)
First-time homebuyer (state and national)
USDA Rural Development (serviced in-house)
Non-conforming delegated underwriting to $2mm
Manufactured housing for FHA/VA/Conventional/USDA
Portfolio & Specialty Loans
Jumbo fixed and ARMs (portfolio & correspondent)
Doctor loans (95 LTV, no MI)
Lot Loans
Bell lender paid mortgage insurance (LPMI)
Seasonal second homes
Bell Bank Mortgage
Our in-house new construction team is here for everyone involved in the building process every step of the way.
One-time close (OTC)
Two-time close (Reduced closing costs on second close)
Bell Rehab 10,15,20,25,30
Lot loans
Extended lock with float down
Adjustable rate mortgages (ARMs)
VA Construction loan 100% LTV
Fixed-rate mortgages
Jumbo loans
Conforming loans
Simple in-house draw process
In-house appraisal desk
We’re working to bring greater access to homeownership, too. Our Bell Moving Forward Advantage + program helps make home ownership possible, offering homebuyer education alongside mortgages with very low down payments, the ability to use gift funds, and more.
Be a part of something bigger.
When you join Bell, as a mortgage loan officer specializing in Community lending, you’re able to champion “This Is Possible,” our suite of home financing programs designed to help people realize the dream of home ownership.
Servicing 95% of our loans -- another tool for your clients to come back for repeat business with YOU. We Sell to the Street Direct!
POS Technology – Powered by nCino
Lock loans via mobile app
Order credit
AccountChek (VOA & VOIE)
Automated Underwriting System
Create and send pre-approval letters
Partner App (co-branded app)
Scan and upload required docs via phone
Loan Calculators for clients
At Bell, we invest in every loan officer – you are the owner of your business – believing in your potential and supporting it with a tailored marketing budget for your continued success.
We know you work hard to stand out from your competition and we’re here to help.
When you work for Bell, your part of a team. With a dedicated mortgage account team, marketing project manager who knows you personally, and an annual budget to help you grow your client base, you’re supported every step of the way. We offer every mortgage lender the strategic and creative resources of our award-winning, in-house marketing department to support your growth and connections.
We’ll help you take your business to the next level with effective marketing tailored to building brand and business.
Individual marketing support
Dedicated marketing team member for all loan officers
Website
Digital business card
Google My Business Page
SEO and more
Strategic corporate branding in all makets
Social Media Presence Automated Posts
Auto-Posts for LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
Branded GIF's have been made for all Bell Bank employees to use on Social Media. Type in "BELL BANK MORTGAGE" in any GIF search.
Maximize your impact in making where you are even better – not only through financial opportunities and homeownership, but by Bell’s philanthropic focus. Paying It Forward in Our Communities
Weekly Training Sessions available live or 24/7 created and presented by our in - house onboarding and training mortgage marketing team.
Instagram Page for Bell loan officers
Our marketing team takes the guess work out of what to post, how to market, what’s available and what’s new -- right at your fingertips.
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Come home to Bell. Let’s fulfill dreams together.