The LOS That’s Taking Over — PreApp1003 with Dru Brents
Release Date: 06/12/2025
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Welcome to another epic episode of The Mortgage Loan Officer Podcast, with your host, Frank Garay.
In this episode, I sit down with my good friend and business partner, Dru Brents, co-founder of Broker Plus / PreApp1003, to talk about why thousands of brokers are making the move to this all-in-one platform.
We break down what makes PreApp1003 different—how it simplifies the mortgage process by combining your POS, LOS, CRM, e-sign, pricing engine, and marketing tools all under one roof. You’ll hear about their smart automation features, user-friendly mobile interface, and new enhancements to the borrower experience.
Enterprise pricing is available for all, whether you’re a one-person shop or a large team. You get the entire system for just $99 per month with a 12-month commitment. It’s not just affordable—it’s powerful, fast, and incredibly easy to use.
What you get:
- Point of sale with no usernames or passwords required
- Full LOS and CRM
- Built-in e-sign solution
- PPE powered by Lender Price
- Team member workflow automation
- Seamless mobile access and updated UI
- Video text messaging and marketing automation
If you're tired of stitching together multiple systems, this is the solution you've been looking for.
Visit https://preapp1003.com to learn more and see why so many brokers are making the switch.
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