LINTHICUM, MD, April 25, 2024 – NFM Lending and its family of lenders have announced today that it is a 2024 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence honoree. Top Workplaces Culture Excellence awards recognize organizations that excel in specific areas of workplace culture. NFM was recognized in five categories:
Innovation: This award celebrates organizations that have embedded innovation into their culture and create an environment where new ideas come from all employees.
Work-Life Flexibility: This award celebrates organizations that offer their employees options in how and where they work and managers who care for their employees’ concerns.
Compensation & Benefits: This award celebrates organizations that provide employees with not only material rewards but also appreciation for their work.
Leadership: This award celebrates organizations whose leaders inspire confidence in their employees and the company’s direction. These leaders understand customers’ needs, which front-line employees hear every day.
Purpose & Values: This award celebrates organizations that have embedded their mission and values into their culture and are efficient in their work to bring it into reality.
“I am thrilled to share that our NFM Family of Lenders has been recognized for Culture Excellence by Top Workplaces,” said Stephanie Herring, Chief Human Resources Officer at NFM Lending. “This accolade reflects our collective effort to build an environment where passion, dedication, and innovation are at the forefront. It is a true testament to our unwavering commitment to not just meet, but exceed, the highest standards of workplace culture. Congratulations to every member of our team who plays a part in making our company a remarkable place to work!”
Top Workplaces awards are determined by feedback from a research-backed employee engagement survey. Energage, a purpose-driven organization that develops solutions to build and brand Top Workplaces, distributed the survey used to determine recognition in the Culture Excellence program. The Top Workplaces program has a 17-year history of surveying and celebrating people-first organizations nationally and across 60 regional markets.
“Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “That’s something to be proud of. In today’s market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That’s paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends.”
About NFM Lending
NFM Lending is a full-service residential mortgage lender licensed in 49 states and the District of Columbia. We have a team of more than 1000 employees nationwide dedicated to a superior customer and business partner experience. The company was founded in Baltimore, Maryland, in 1998 by David
Silverman and his wife, Sandy, who are still involved in running the company. NFM Lending and its companies include Main Street Home Loans, BluPrint Home Loans, Elevate Home Loans, and Element Home Loans. They attribute their success in the mortgage industry to their steadfast commitment to customers and the community.
For more information about NFM Lending, visit www.nfmlending.com, like our Facebook page, or follow us on Instagram.
LINTHICUM, MD, April 19, 2024 – NFM Lending and Main Street Home Loans (a division of NFM Lending) are proud to announce that the Maryland Mortgage Program (MMP) has recognized them as Gold Tier lenders. This prestigious acknowledgment underscores their commitment to providing exceptional mortgage solutions to Maryland homebuyers.
The Maryland Mortgage Program is renowned for its 30-year fixed-rate home loan solutions tailored for eligible homebuyers purchasing in Maryland. MMP stands out due to its competitive loan terms and unique portfolio of financial incentives, including down payment and closing cost assistance, which significantly benefit many new homebuyers.
NFM Lending and Main Street Home Loans received this honor, demonstrating a deep understanding and exceptional ability to administer MMP loans. This recognition as a Gold Tier Lender place them at the forefront of over 100 approved mortgage lenders capable of expertly guiding homebuyers through the home purchasing process with customized loan packaging solutions.
Bob Tyson, President and COO of NFM Lending, expressed his enthusiasm about the recognition, stating, “We are thrilled to be acknowledged by the Maryland Mortgage Program as a Gold Tier Lender. This accolade is a testament to our dedicated team’s hard work and our commitment to providing valuable financing options to Maryland residents. Our goal is to continue making home ownership accessible and affordable, and our status as a Gold Tier Lender enhances our ability to do so.”
Nick Mautino, Sales Manager from NFM Lending and Kyndle Quinones, Branch Manager from Main Street Home Loans accepted the honor.
About NFM Lending
NFM Lending is a national mortgage lending company currently licensed in 49 states in the U.S. and Washington, D.C. The company was founded in Baltimore, Maryland in 1998. NFM Lending and its family of companies includes Main Street Home Loans, BluPrint Home Loans, Elevate Home Loans, and Element Home Loans. They attribute their success in the mortgage industry to their steadfast commitment to customers and the community. For more information about NFM Lending, visit www.nfmlending.com, like our Facebook page, or follow us on Instagram.
LINTHICUM, MD, March 20, 2023 – NFM Lending and its family of lenders have announced that they have earned the 2024 Top Workplaces USA award, issued by Energage, a purpose-driven organization that develops solutions to build and brand Top Workplaces. The Top Workplaces program has a 15-year history of surveying over 20 million employees and recognizing the top organizations across 60 markets for regional Top Workplaces awards.
Top Workplaces USA celebrates organizations with 150 or more employees that have built great cultures. Over 42,000 organizations were invited to participate in the survey. Winners of the Top Workplaces USA list are chosen based solely on employee feedback gathered through an employee engagement survey issued by Energage.
Results are calculated by comparing the survey’s research-based statements, including 15 Culture Drivers proven to predict high performance against industry benchmarks.
“Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “That’s something to be proud of. In today’s market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That’s paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends.”
“We’re honored to be recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace by Energage and USA Today, reflecting our dedication to fostering a positive and inclusive culture,” said Stephanie L. Herring, Chief Human Resources Officer at NFM. “This achievement inspires us to continue prioritizing employee satisfaction and well-being as we strive for excellence.”
“This achievement would not have been possible without our incredible employees’ dedication and hard work,” said Bob Tyson, NFM President and Chief Operating Officer. “I want to thank them for their commitment to making the NFM Family of Lenders a truly great place to work.”
In addition to this award, NFM Lending is consistently recognized for its exceptional company culture. Other awards include: ‘Top Mortgage Employer’ by National Mortgage Professional Magazine; ‘Top Workplace’ by The Baltimore Sun and the Washington Post; ‘Great Place to Work’ by Great Place to Work, ‘Best Mortgage Companies to Work For’ by National Mortgage News, and ‘50 Best Places to Work For’ by Mortgage Professional Magazine. NFM Lending is proud of these accomplishments and each team member for their work to make NFM a Top Workplace.
About NFM Lending
NFM Lending is a national mortgage lending company currently licensed in 49 states and Washington, D.C. The company was founded in Baltimore, Maryland in 1998. NFM Lending and its family of companies include Main Street Home Loans, BluPrint Home Loans, Elevate Home Loans, and Element Home Loans. They attribute their success in the mortgage industry to their steadfast commitment to customers and the community. For more information about NFM Lending, visit https://nfmlending.com/, like our Facebook page, or follow us on Instagram.
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LINTHICUM, MD, January 2, 2024 – NFM Lending is honored to have been named a Top Workplace by Scotsman Guide for 2024. This is Scotsman Guide’s inaugural year hosting the award and the first time NFM has won it. According to Scotsman Guide, a Top Workplace is a company that has exceptional achievements in operations, benefits, corporate culture, philanthropy, and DEI commitment. Although the Top Workplaces feature is not a ranking like Scotsman Guide’s other awards, NFM Lending was included in the Editor’s Picks category along with 15 other companies.
“We are immensely honored to be named a ‘Top Workplaces 2024’ by Scotsman Guide, a testament to our unwavering commitment to fostering a workplace culture that values excellence, collaboration, and innovation,” said Gene DiPaula, Vice President of Communication at NFM. “This recognition reflects every team member’s dedication and hard work, and we are proud to be acknowledged by the leading resource for mortgage loan originators. As we continue to prioritize a thriving work environment, this accolade inspires us to reach even greater heights in delivering outstanding service to our customers and cultivating a workplace where success is celebrated together.”
NFM Lending is consistently hailed for its remarkable company culture. These awards include Top Workplace USA by Top Workplaces and Energage, Top Mortgage Employer by National Mortgage Professional Magazine, Top Workplace by the Washington Post, and ‘Best Mortgage Companies to Work For’ by National Mortgage News.
The company and its loan originators have received numerous accolades from Scotsman Guide over the years for excellence in lending and record sales numbers. NFM has made the Top Mortgage Lenders list for five years and is among the top 30 lenders nationwide.
NFM Lending is proud of this new recognition and is thankful to everyone in the NFM Family of Lenders for their contributions.
About NFM Lending
NFM Lending is a national mortgage lending company currently licensed in 49 states in the U.S. and Washington, D.C. The company was founded in Baltimore, Maryland in 1998. NFM Lending and its family of companies includes Main Street Home Loans, BluPrint Home Loans, Elevate Home Loans, and Element Home Loans. They attribute their success in the mortgage industry to their steadfast commitment to customers and the community. For more information about NFM Lending, visit www.nfmlending.com, like our Facebook page, or follow us on Instagram.
LINTHICUM, MD—December 12, 2023— NFM Lending is proud to announce it was named a Top Workplace by The Baltimore Sun. NFM Lending has received this honor for twelve consecutive years. The publication held the Top Workplaces awards ceremony on December 7, 2023, at the Grand Lodge of Maryland in Hunt Valley, MD.
Out of 155 Baltimore-area businesses, NFM Lending ranked #10 for companies with 150-399 employees. Each year, the Baltimore Sun distributes a survey to employees of Baltimore area workplaces. The survey analyzes job satisfaction and engagement of employees along with the values and organizational health of the company.
“We are immensely honored to be recognized as a ‘Top Workplace’ by the Baltimore Sun,” said NFM President and Chief Operating Officer Bob Tyson. “This accolade is a testament to the exceptional dedication and talent of our incredible team at the NFM Family of Lenders. Our success is a direct result of the hard work and commitment of each employee, who consistently contributes to our vibrant and positive workplace culture. We take great pride in fostering an environment where innovation, collaboration, and excellence thrive. This achievement is a reflection of our collective efforts, and we remain committed to maintaining a workplace that empowers and inspires every member of our NFM family.”
NFM Lending prides itself on its exceptional culture. The company fills the employees’ work environment with encouragement and teamwork, building a positive workplace that rewards commitment and performance. Management encourages employees to voice their questions and concerns, which are addressed promptly and appropriately. In addition, managers often surprise staff members for their birthdays, and the company holds contests, holiday celebrations, and other initiatives to encourage collaboration and show employees their appreciation.
NFM Lending is consistently recognized for its exceptional company culture. These awards include Top Workplace USA by Top Workplaces and Energage, Top Mortgage Employer by National Mortgage Professional Magazine; Top Workplace by the Washington Post; and ‘Best Mortgage Companies to Work For’ by National Mortgage News. NFM Lending is proud of these accomplishments and its team’s work to make it a Top Workplace.
About NFM Lending
NFM Lending is a mortgage lending company currently licensed in 49 states and Washington, D.C. The company was founded in Baltimore, Maryland in 1998. NFM Lending and its family of companies includes Main Street Home Loans, BluPrint Home Loans, Elevate Home Loans, and Element Home Loans. They attribute their success in the mortgage industry to their steadfast commitment to customers and the community. For more information about NFM Lending, visit www.nfmlending.com, like our Facebook page, or follow us on Instagram.
LINTHICUM, MD, October 19, 2023 – NFM Lending is proud to announce that it has received three Culture Excellence awards from Top Workplaces by Energage for the fourth quarter of 2023.
For the third consecutive year, Top Workplaces recognized NFM for its Employee Well-Being, Employee Appreciation, and Professional Development. NFM prides itself in creating a company culture where employees thrive and feel like valued family members. At the branch and corporate level, NFM promotes internal employees and offers engaging training opportunities. The company has also been honored with the national Top Workplace USA and Financial Services Industry awards each year since 2021.
“Our employees are the lifeblood of The NFM Family of Lenders,” said President and COO Bob Tyson. “The fact that our team members feel appreciated, have a great work-life balance, and have opportunities for professional growth indicates that we are on the right track to making our company a great place to work and grow together.”
The Top Workplaces program distributes a survey to the employees of each nominated company, asking them to evaluate their workplaces. The survey asks participants to rank their companies on the quality of leadership, work-life balance, pay and benefits, and more. The Culture Excellence Awards focus on key aspects of the workplace environment and are released throughout the year. NFM Lending is consistently recognized for its exceptional company culture. Other awards include: ‘Top Workplace USA’ by Energage, ‘Top Mortgage Employer’ by National Mortgage Professional Magazine; ‘Top Workplace’ by The Baltimore Sun and the Washington Post; ‘Great Place to Work’ by Great Place to Work, and ‘Best Mortgage Companies to Work For’ by National Mortgage News, and ‘50 Best Places to Work For’ by Mortgage Professional Magazine. NFM Lending is proud to have received these distinctions and is thankful for each team member within the NFM Family.
About NFM Lending
NFM Lending is a national mortgage lending company currently licensed in 49 states and Washington, D.C. The company was founded in Baltimore, Maryland in 1998. NFM Lending and its family of companies include Main Street Home Loans, BluPrint Home Loans, Elevate Home Loans, and Element Home Loans. They attribute their success in the mortgage industry to their steadfast commitment to customers and the community. For more information about NFM Lending, visit www.nfmlending.com, like our Facebook page, or follow us on Instagram.
LINTHICUM, MD, August 10, 2023 – NFM Lending is proud to congratulate its loan originators who have been named to Scotsman Guide’s 2023 Top Emerging Stars rankings.
The Top Emerging Stars rankings celebrate top mortgage loan originators under the age of 40 who produced at least $40 million in sales in 2022. According to the publication, the Top Emerging Stars rankings seek to showcase how younger loan originators are key in attracting and relating to Millennial and Gen Z homebuyers. Every Top Emerging Star also belongs to the Scotsman Guide’s Top Originators list for the year.
The four NFM originators who made the list are: Oleg Tkach of Lynwood, Washington, Andy Beigel of Columbus, Ohio, Mario Cua of Columbus, Ohio, and Shane Staples of Tempe, Arizona.
Out of 372 originators, Tkach ranked #9 with $199,147,063 in volume, Beigel followed at #147 with $60,877,094, Staples was #180 with $55,541,005, and Cua was #186 with $54,778,101.
“Congratulations to our Top Emerging Stars,” said NFM’s President and COO Bob Tyson. “These four originators are representative of our really talented roster of young originators, many of whom came to NFM with little or no experience in the mortgage business. They have been embraced and mentored by our more seasoned salespeople and are now, in turn, guiding others to become superstars. These are the future leaders of this company and why the sky’s the limit for NFM Lending.”
NFM Is proud of each of these loan originators and wishes them continued success.
About NFM Lending
NFM Lending is a national mortgage lending company currently licensed in 49 states in the U.S. and Washington, D.C. The company was founded in Baltimore, Maryland in 1998. NFM Lending and its family of companies includes Main Street Home Loans, BluPrint Home Loans, Elevate Home Loans, and Element Home Loans. They attribute their success in the mortgage industry to their steadfast commitment to customers and the community. For more information about NFM Lending, visit www.nfmlending.com, like our Facebook page, or follow us on Instagram.
LINTHICUM, MD, June 5, 2023— NFM Lending and its Family of Lenders are honored to announce they have made the Scotsman Guide’s annual Top Mortgage Lender list for 2023, ranking #18 for Top Retail Lenders and #24 among Top Overall Lenders. This is the fifth time the company has been included in this prestigious list.
Based on sales data from the previous year, NFM had a total volume of $6,997,853,234 with 19,548 closed loans. They moved up from being ranked #31 nationally in 2022. Additionally, NFM led both lists as the #1 Maryland-based mortgage lender. Since 2019, NFM has been the leading lender in its home state.
“What an amazing accomplishment by the NFM Family of Lenders despite all the headwinds the mortgage industry has faced over the last few years,” said President and COO Bob Tyson. “We continue to move up the ranks of top lenders in the country due to our commitment to our clients, business partners and of course our employees. We are well-positioned moving forward to continue to ascend and I’m excited to see what the future holds.”
Each year since 2013, Scotsman Guide compiles a list of the nation’s top-producing mortgage companies and publicly traded banks by their total yearly mortgage volume. According to their website, “Top Mortgage Lenders is the mortgage industry’s most comprehensive, most intensely verified list of its kind.”
NFM is proud of this achievement and thanks its NFM Family and real estate partners for their support.
About NFM Lending
NFM Lending is a national mortgage lending company currently licensed in 49 states in the U.S. and Washington, D.C. The company was founded in Baltimore, Maryland in 1998. NFM Lending and its family of companies includes Main Street Home Loans, BluPrint Home Loans, Elevate Home Loans, and Element Home Loans. They attribute their success in the mortgage industry to their steadfast commitment to customers and the community. For more information about NFM Lending, visit www.nfmlending.com, like our Facebook page, or follow us on Instagram.
LINTHICUM, MD, June 1, 2023 – NFM Lending and its Family of Lenders are pleased to announce they have been named a Top 50 Mortgage Company for 2022 by Mortgage Executive Magazine, ranking at #20. This is the highest ranking that NFM has received since the magazine started the program.
The Top 50 Mortgage Company rankings are determined by the total sales volume of the previous calendar year from 100 leading mortgage companies and banks throughout the United States. In 2022, NFM Lending had a total volume of $6,997,853,234 and 19,548 closed loans.
In addition to this award, NFM Lending was included in the Mortgage Executive Magazine’s Top 100 Mortgage Companies in America list seven times since 2013 and has been included on their 50 Best Companies to Work For list for seven consecutive years.
“What an amazing accomplishment by our employees,” said CEO/Founder David Silverman. “From admin to ops to sales, we all had a hand in this. Everyone in the industry knows what a difficult year 2022 was, but to have the NFM Family of Lenders once again come out shining is no surprise just knowing the quality of our people. When I started the company 25 years ago, I didn’t dream of becoming a top 20 residential lender in the country. I just wanted us to be the best at the size we were. We’ve done that consistently, and the result is we have moved up the ranks to be among the nation’s best mortgage companies.”
NFM is proud of this achievement and hopes to reach even greater heights in 2023.
About NFM Lending
NFM Lending is a national mortgage lending company currently licensed in 49 states and the District of Columbia. The company was founded in Baltimore, Maryland in 1998. NFM Lending and its Family of Lenders includes Main Street Home Loans, Bluprint Home Loans, Elevate Home Loans, and Element Home Loans. They attribute their success in the mortgage industry to their steadfast commitment to customers and the community. For more information about NFM Lending, visit www.nfmlending.com, like our Facebook page, or follow us on Instagram.
LINTHICUM, MD, May 30, 2023 — NFM Lending and its Family of Lenders are honored to announce 62 of its loan originators have been ranked as the “Top 1% Mortgage Originators in America 2022” by Mortgage Executive Magazine.
Each year, Mortgage Executive Magazine compiles a list of the nation’s Top Mortgage Originators. This list recognizes and celebrates leading mortgage professionals on their service, hard work, and overall dedication to servicing their clients. A minimum of $30 million in personal production is required to be eligible for the honor.
“The NFM Family of Lenders proudly congratulates our list of Top 1% Mortgage Originators as recognized by Mortgage Executive Magazine,” said President/COO Bob Tyson. “These premier salespeople are the lifeblood of our company and set the standard not only in our company, but in the industry, as well.”
NFM Lending
Rodney Anderson, David Arocho, Tyler Barnett, Andrew Beigel, Trevor Bennett, Ryan Bundy, Benjamin Burkett, Brian Burnham, Michael Colagrossi, Gregory Cowart, Mario Cua, Mack Dadyan, Rich Dillman, Jane Floyd, Ronald Gosewisch, Dana Gounaris, Craig Kam, Tina Konidaris, Mary Levinson, Jason McLaughlin, Jeff Miltenberger, Jesse Perrone, Craig Pollard, Bryan Raiford, Suzie Reed, Danell Riggs, Gregory Riordan, Kevin Rudrud, Daniel Sa, Shanon Schinkel, Matthew Shiner, Shane Staples, Rob Stettler, Blane Stewart, Oleg Tkach, Raquel Wilson, Tammy Wittren
Main Street Home Loans
Darran Anthony, Neil Bourdelaise, Clay Carroll, Karen Dulmage, Carolyn Flitcroft, Derek Evans, Nathan Hartseil, Rita Hairston, Christopher Jordan, David Licciardi, Jolene Moore, Peter O’Donnell, Michelle Powstanski, John Savastano, Salvatore Savastano, David Travers, Patricia Vargas
BluPrint Home Loans
Meinoh Kim, Matthew Lancaster, Hans Stone
Elevate Home Loans
Mike Bowen, Chris Magnotta
Element Home Loans
Kevin Blair, Charles Favoroso, DeAnn Ellis
NFM is proud of each of its loan originators, thanks them for their contributions, and wishes them continued success.
About NFM Lending
NFM Lending is a national mortgage lending company currently licensed in 49 states and the District of Columbia. The company was founded in Baltimore, Maryland in 1998. NFM Lending and its Family of Lenders includes Main Street Home Loans, Bluprint Home Loans, Elevate Home Loans, and Element Home Loans. They attribute their success in the mortgage industry to their steadfast commitment to customers and the community. For more information about NFM Lending, visit www.nfmlending.com, like our Facebook page, or follow us on Instagram.