{"id":11034,"date":"2023-09-08T19:53:52","date_gmt":"2023-09-09T00:53:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/?p=11034"},"modified":"2025-01-30T22:10:13","modified_gmt":"2025-01-31T03:10:13","slug":"becoming-a-loan-officer-in-indiana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/loan-officers\/becoming-a-loan-officer-in-indiana","title":{"rendered":"Become a Loan Officer in Indiana"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you\u2019d like to become a loan officer in Indiana, there is a clear path to follow to first get your license and then start your career as a MLO. Whether you\u2019re drawn to the fast-paced real estate markets of Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, or other growing cities across Indiana, the demand for skilled loan officers is strong.\u00a0The term mortgage loan originator (MLO) and licensed mortgage loan officer are frequently used interchangeably and both reflect the important job of helping home buyers find and secure the right home loan for them. Many of the steps to become licensed MLO are the same in all states, but there are few state specific tasks that must be completed to get your Indiana loan officer license.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/loan-officers\/important-skills-for-successful-loan-officers\">To become a successful loan officer<\/a>&nbsp;you\u2019ll need both a comprehensive understanding of the mortgage industry as well as good interpersonal and communication skills. You\u2019ll need to learn the national and Indiana state-level guidelines and will be required to pass an exam to show your mortgage knowledge and expertise. Let\u2019s dive into our step-by-step guide of how to become a loan officer in IN and fulfill all of the mortgage license requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ht-block-toc  is-style-outline htoc htoc--position-wide toc-list-style-plain\" data-htoc-state=\"expanded\"><span class=\"htoc__title\"><span class=\"ht_toc_title\">In this article<\/span><span class=\"htoc__toggle\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\"><g fill=\"#444\"><path d=\"M15 7H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1z\"><\/path><path d=\"M15 1H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1zM15 13H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1z\"><\/path><\/g><\/svg><\/span><\/span><div class=\"htoc__itemswrap\"><ul class=\"ht_toc_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-step-1-request-an-nmls-account\">Step 1: Request your NMLS account<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-step-2-receive-nmls-id-number\">Step 2: Receive your personal NMLS ID number<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-step-3-check-state-specific-licensing-requirements-for-texas\">Step 3: Review all the state-specific licensing requirements for Indiana<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-step-4-complete-pre-licensing-mortgage-coursework\">Step 4:&nbsp; Complete both the national and Indiana pre-licensing mortgage coursework<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-step-5-prepare-for-the-safe-exam\">Step 5: Prepare for the national SAFE Test<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-step-6-pass-the-national-safe-exam-to-become-an-mlo\">Step 6: Pass the national SAFE exam <\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-step-7-complete-a-background-check\">Step 7: Complete a background check and get fingerprinted<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-step-8-submit-your-mortgage-licensing-application\">Step 8: Submit your mortgage license to NMLS<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-step-9-get-sponsored-by-a-mortgage-company\">Step 9: Get sponsored by a mortgage company<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-learn-more-about-joining-the-morty-platform-as-a-mortgage-loan-originator\">Learn about joining the Morty platform.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-step-1-request-an-nmls-account\">Step 1: Request your NMLS account<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Start your journey to become an mlo by requesting an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statemortgageregistry.com\/Public\/RequestAccount.aspx\" rel=\"nofollow\">NMLS account<\/a> through the NLMS website (Nationwide Multistate Licensing System &amp; Registry), which is also commonly referred to as the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System. If you already have an NMLS account, and are looking to add Indiana to your mortgage license, skip to step #3.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-step-2-receive-nmls-id-number\">Step 2: Receive your personal NMLS ID number<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve registered with the NMLS, you\u2019ll receive an individual NMLS ID number to use throughout your career as a mortgage loan originator. The same NMLS ID is used for your license in Indiana and any other states you might consider getting licensed in like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/loan-officers\/becoming-a-loan-officer-in-michigan\">Michigan<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/loan-officers\/becoming-a-loan-officer-in-kentucky\">Kentucky<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/loan-officers\/becoming-a-loan-officer-in-ohio\">Ohio<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-step-3-check-state-specific-licensing-requirements-for-texas\">Step 3: Review all the state-specific licensing requirements for Indiana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Check the Indiana state-specific licensing requirements through <a href=\"https:\/\/mortgage.nationwidelicensingsystem.org\/slr\/Pages\/IndianaAgencies.aspx\">NMLS Resource Center, State Licensing<\/a> website. Here you&#8217;ll find the additional steps required to obtain your MLO license in Indiana. You will want to complete this step <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/loan-officers\/how-to-get-licensed-as-a-mortgage-loan-officer-in-multiple-states\">for any additional state<\/a> you&#8217;d like to get licensed in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-step-4-complete-pre-licensing-mortgage-coursework\">Step 4:&nbsp; Complete both the national and Indiana pre-licensing mortgage coursework<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Complete the required 20 hours of pre-licensing coursework. Pre-licensing classes for becoming a mortgage loan officer cover a range of topics from mortgage industry fundamentals to ethics and professional conduct. In Indiana, 2 additional hours of work must be completed that are dedicated to state-specific laws and regulations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Morty recommends&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oncourselearning.com\/mortgage\/indiana\/mortgage\/sos\/new-license\" rel=\"nofollow\">Oncourse Learning<\/a>&nbsp;as a pre-licensing coursework provider. If you\u2019d like other recommendations, reach out through our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/platform.morty.com\/join\/\">Platform Loan Officer<\/a>&nbsp;program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-step-5-prepare-for-the-safe-exam\"><strong>Step 5: <\/strong>Prepare for the national SAFE Test<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After you&#8217;ve completed your 20 hours pre license education and the additional 2 hours of Indiana specific education, it&#8217;s time to study for your SAFE exam. First you&#8217;ll want to purchase your SAFE test prep materials and practice tests to begin studying and getting ready for the Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) exam. This exam was instituted by Congress as part of the <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Housing_and_Economic_Recovery_Act_of_2008#Secure_and_Fair_Enforcement_for_Mortgage_Licensing_Act_of_2008\" rel=\"nofollow\">Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act<\/a>, known as the SAFE Act, of 2008.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-image-fill-element has-white-color has-theme-palette-1-background-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"grid-template-columns:31% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/platform.morty.com\/blueprint-guide\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"634\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/gewn-634x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12848 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/gewn-634x1024.webp 634w, https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/gewn-186x300.webp 186w, https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/gewn-768x1240.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/gewn-951x1536.webp 951w, https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/gewn-1269x2048.webp 1269w, https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/gewn.webp 1338w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 634px) 100vw, 634px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-theme-palette-9-color has-text-color\" id=\"htoc-g\">Get a leg up with licensing.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" id=\"htoc-ready-to-move-forward\" style=\"font-size:20px\">Morty\u2019s can help you prep and pass your <strong>SAFE Mortgage Loan Originator exam<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-theme-palette-3-color has-white-background-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/platform.morty.com\/product-category\/licensing-support\/\" style=\"border-radius:100px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">licensing resources<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-step-6-pass-the-national-safe-exam-to-become-an-mlo\">Step 6: Pass the national SAFE exam <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To obtain your MLO license, you\u2019ll need to pass the NMLS&#8217;s SAFE Mortgage Loan Originator Test with a score of 75% or higher. This exam is meant to test your understanding of core concepts in mortgage lending. The SAFE exam is 190 minutes long, and costs $110.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mortgage.nationwidelicensingsystem.org\/profreq\/testing\/Pages\/default.aspx\" rel=\"nofollow\">Schedule your SAFE test<\/a>&nbsp;at your convenience and when you feel prepared. If you do not pass the SAFE exam, you&#8217;ll have to wait 30 days to take it again. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-step-7-complete-a-background-check\">Step 7: Complete a background check and get fingerprinted<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, you must complete a criminal background check and get fingerprinted. The background check can be initiated through your NMLS portal. You can also make your appointment to have your fingerprints taken through the NMLS portal. The current cost of both the background check and the fingerprinting is $36.25.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-step-8-submit-your-mortgage-licensing-application\">Step 8: Submit your mortgage license to NMLS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you&#8217;ve passed your test, done your background checks and submitted a licensing application, you&#8217;re ready to submit your Indiana mortgage license application! To submit your application, head to your <a href=\"https:\/\/mortgage.nationwidelicensingsystem.org\/Pages\/default.aspx\" rel=\"nofollow\">NMLS portal<\/a> to: complete your Individual Form (MU4) and pay your NMLS fees. The cost to submit your mortgage officer license in Indiana is: $30 NMLS application fee, $50 state application fee and a $15 credit report fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-step-9-get-sponsored-by-a-mortgage-company\">Step 9: Get sponsored by a mortgage company<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After finding and being hired by a mortgage originator, that&#8217;s either a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/loan-officers\/how-is-being-a-loan-officer-different-at-a-mortgage-broker-vs-mortgage-lender\">mortgage broker like Morty<\/a> or a mortgage lender like a credit union or bank, you can initiate the sponsorship process by submitting the company\u2019s credentials to the NMLS for verification. As soon as NMLS gives final approval \u2014 congrats, you officially have your mortgage loan originator license in Indiana!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-looking-for-sponsorship\">Are you looking for mortgage sponsorship in Indiana?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;ve completed the pre-licensing work and passed the SAFE exam to become an mlo in Indiana, the next thing to consider is what mortgage company will to sponsor your license. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;d love for you to be sponsored by Morty! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\">Morty<\/a> is a technology-enabled online licensed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/loan-officers\/how-is-being-a-loan-officer-different-at-a-mortgage-broker-vs-mortgage-lender\">mortgage broker<\/a>. Morty offers loan officers, and their clients, a better, more seamless mortgage experience through our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/products\/lender-network\">lender marketplace<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/mortgage-rates\/indiana\">competitive pricing<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/products\/point-of-sale\">affordability tools<\/a>, underwriting technology, along with the built-in support from our processing and fulfillment teams. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile has-white-color has-theme-palette-1-background-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"grid-template-columns:37% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/platform.morty.com\/public-uplevel-guides\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/network_sq-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12842 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/network_sq-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/network_sq-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/network_sq-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/network_sq-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/network_sq-600x600.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/network_sq-120x120.webp 120w, https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/network_sq.webp 1208w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\" id=\"htoc-take-your-career-to-the-next-level-with-uplevel-guides\">Take your career to the next level, with UpLevel Guides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-theme-palette-3-color has-white-background-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/platform.morty.com\/public-uplevel-guides\/\" style=\"border-radius:100px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">get the guides<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-looking-to-get-your-mortgage-license-in-multiple-states\">Interested in how to get your MLO license in multiple states?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re an existing mortgage loan officer, you may be interested in getting licensed in multiple states to help you grow your business and find new opportunities. To become licensed in states other than Indiana, you&#8217;ll need to fulfill the additional education requirements for each state and submit your license application for each state through NMLS. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Morty is&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/legal\/licensing\">licensed in 45 states<\/a>&nbsp;and can help you&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/platform.morty.com\/join\/\">quickly get sponsored<\/a>&nbsp;in multiple states. To help, we compiled mortgage licensing guides for many states including:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/loan-officers\/becoming-a-loan-officer-in-washington\">Washington<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/loan-officers\/becoming-a-loan-officer-in-michigan\">Michigan<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/loan-officers\/becoming-a-loan-officer-in-colorado\">Colorado<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"htoc-learn-more-about-joining-the-morty-platform-as-a-mortgage-loan-originator\">Learn about joining the Morty platform.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"htoc-morty-makes-it-quick-and-easy-to-for-licensed-mlos-to-get-sponsored-and-work-off-our-platform-the-morty-platform-is-free-to-join-but-if-you-re-thinking-about-starting-your-own-mortgage-brokerage-in-texas-take-a-look-at-our-platform-business-tiers-these-tiers-are-specifically-designed-to-give-you-the-independence-to-start-or-scale-your-mortgage-brand-with-the-resources-infrastructure-and-technology-you-need-to-be-profitable-in-today-s-mortgage-industry\">Morty makes it quick and easy to for licensed MLOs to get sponsored and work off our platform. We support mortgage professionals from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/solutions\/independent-loan-officer\">independent LOs<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/pricing\">bustling brokerages<\/a>. You can be live in as little a week if you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/pricing\">get started today<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"htoc-q\">If you&#8217;re interested in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/resources\/mortgage-brokerage\/how-to-open-a-mortgage-brokerage-in-indiana\">setting up your own brokerage in Indiana<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morty.com\/pricing\">explore our business tiers<\/a>. 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