The Untapped Power of Referrals
For many loan officers, the borrower relationship ends once the loan closes. But that’s a costly mistake. The happiest borrowers — those who’ve just achieved homeownership with your help — are also the most likely to recommend you to friends and family.
Unfortunately, most loan officers lack the time and tools to stay connected after closing. The result? Referrals go untapped, repeat business is lost, and brand loyalty fades.
With Encompass® + HubSpot® integration, referral generation becomes simple and scalable. Loan officers can launch automated campaigns that keep borrowers engaged and turn every happy homeowner into a source of new business.
Why Referrals Are a Loan Officer’s Secret Weapon
- High Trust: Borrowers trust recommendations from people they know.
- Low Cost: Referral leads are cheaper to acquire than digital campaigns.
- High Conversion: Referred borrowers are more likely to apply and close.
- Long-Term Growth: A strong referral network creates a sustainable pipeline.
Referrals are one of the most powerful growth engines — yet often overlooked.
How Encompass + HubSpot Powers Referral Campaigns
1. Automated Thank-You Campaigns
Trigger: Loan marked “Closed” in Encompass.
Action: HubSpot sends a personalized thank-you email or text from the loan officer, expressing gratitude and reinforcing the relationship.
Borrowers feel valued right after closing.
2. Timed Referral Requests
Trigger: 1–2 weeks after closing.
Action: HubSpot delivers an automated message asking borrowers to share your name with friends or family, often paired with a referral incentive.
Referrals happen when borrower satisfaction is at its peak.
3. Anniversary Engagement
Trigger: Loan anniversary dates synced from Encompass.
Action: Borrowers receive personalized “Happy Homeownership Anniversary” messages.
Keeps the relationship alive and increases the chance of referrals over time.
4. Refinance Opportunity Outreach
Trigger: Rate changes or borrower milestones.
Action: HubSpot campaigns highlight refinance opportunities, keeping borrowers engaged and reinforcing trust.
Repeat business leads to fresh referral opportunities.
5. Community Content Sharing
Trigger: Regular cadence campaigns.
Action: HubSpot delivers value-add content like homeownership tips, neighborhood insights, or market updates.
Borrowers are reminded that you’re more than a loan officer — you’re a trusted advisor.
Case Example: Building a Referral Engine
A regional mortgage company used EncompassSync™ to automate post-close campaigns. Within six months:
- Referrals increased by 28%
- Loan officers uncovered new refinance opportunities from past clients
- Borrower satisfaction scores improved due to continued engagement
Instead of losing touch after closing, loan officers built a referral pipeline.
Why Proven ROI® Is the Best Partner for Referral Growth
At Proven ROI®, we know post-close engagement is the most underutilized growth opportunity in lending. That’s why EncompassSync™ is designed to:
- Automate thank-you and referral campaigns
- Reconnect with borrowers at key milestones
- Drive repeat business and long-term loyalty
- Prove ROI with referral tracking dashboards
We’re the best HubSpot partner for mortgage companies because we help loan officers turn closed loans into future growth.
Closing Isn’t the End — It’s the Beginning
Borrowers may remember the stress of the process, but they’ll never forget how you made them feel. With Encompass + HubSpot integration, loan officers can automate engagement that turns every satisfied borrower into a referral source.
At Proven ROI®, we make sure no borrower relationship ends at the closing table.
Ready to unlock referrals at scale? Proven ROI® specializes in EncompassSync™ and HubSpot API integrations that turn post-close borrowers into long-term advocates. Contact us today to build your referral engine.
