Stuart Blend is regional sales manager for Planet Home Lending LLC, the correspondent division of Planet Financial Group LLC, a multi-channel nonbank with industry-leading pricing and products. Coming from a background of retail sales and running midsize retail organizations, Blend has focused his attention on assisting clients in growing their business through innovative products and knowledge of how to sell these products to referral partners. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect or represent the policies or positions of Planet Home Lending.