LINTHICUM, MD, September 30, 2024 — NFM Lending is pleased to announce the opening of a new branch led by Branch Managers Greg Bork and Kevin Holmes. The new branch will focus on expanding NFM Lending’s flexible and powerful lending platform to better serve community families with exceptional customer service. NFM Lending offers Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, Jumbo, and many other home loan options to fit every borrower’s needs.
“I am thrilled to announce my return to NFM Lending as Branch Manager for our Towson, Maryland location,” said Holmes, who previously worked for NFM in 2010. “I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to the NFM transition team for their support during this journey. I am excited to be back as part of the NFM family and look forward to growing our business together!”
The branch’s goal is to continue to provide the same commitment and dedication to borrowers, ranging from first-time homebuyers to seasoned buyers looking for their next home, a second home, or investment properties.
“Kevin and I met at NFM,” noted Bork, a 20-year mortgage veteran. “As we’ve watched them grow and thrive, the idea of coming back has always been on our mind due to their outstanding leadership. I can honestly say that I feel like we are back home where we belong.”
Bork and Holmes are currently seeking qualified Mortgage Loan Originators for full and part-time positions.
For more information, please contact:
Greg Bork Branch Manager NMLS# 34928 410-474-1427 [email protected]
Kevin Holmes Branch Manager NMLS# 193246 717-676-8733 [email protected]
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 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, September 23, 2024 — NFM Lending is excited to announce that Managing Director Greg Sher will be a featured speaker at the inaugural HousingWire IMB Summit, scheduled for October 1, 2024, at the George W. Bush Library in Dallas, TX. This landmark event will bring together mortgage banking executives, leaders, and rising stars at a crucial time for the mortgage industry.
Sher will deliver an insightful presentation on leveraging social media to gain followers and clients, ultimately boosting a mortgage company’s bottom line. With over 4 million impressions on LinkedIn in the past 12 months, Sher will explore the pros and cons of building a substantial social media presence. His session promises to offer valuable strategies for mortgage professionals aiming to expand their digital reach and engage more effectively with their audience.
Beyond his expertise in social media, Sher is a passionate advocate for collaboration within the mortgage industry. He believes that mortgage companies should work together for the benefit of home buyers rather than competing against each other. His collaborative approach aims to foster a more unified industry that better serves consumers.
The HousingWire IMB Summit will be enlightening, allowing attendees to learn from industry experts and network with peers. NFM Lending is honored to have Sher represent the company and share his knowledge at this significant gathering. For more information about the HousingWire IMB Summit, please visit events.housingwire.com/IMB-summit/agenda.
About NFM Lending: NFM Lending is a national mortgage lending company currently licensed in 49 states in the U.S. The company was founded in 1998 and has since grown to include more than 1,000 employees. NFM Lending is dedicated to streamlining the home loan process and providing exceptional customer service.
LINTHICUM, MD, September 5, 2024 — NFM Lending is proud to announce that Managing Director Greg Sher has been named a winner of HousingWire’s prestigious 2024 Vanguard Award. This accolade recognizes the most outstanding, forward-thinking leaders in the mortgage and real estate industries who have led their organizations to greatness while overcoming the challenges the housing economy has faced over recent years.
HousingWire’s 2024 Vanguards were carefully selected by the publication’s selection committee for their vital contributions to their companies and their dynamic influence in transforming the mortgage and real estate sectors. These 100 honorees have demonstrated exceptional leadership by driving innovation, setting strategic direction, and steering their organizations toward monumental achievements.
In addition to his role as a high-ranking executive at NFM Lending, the country’s 14th-largest retail lender, Greg Sher has made significant strides in the industry through his innovative initiatives. Notably, he helped launch the Creator Collective, a group of loan industry influencers dedicated to producing content that empowers and educates potential homebuyers. The Creator Collective crafts insightful narratives, offers expert advice, and uses creativity to demystify the home-buying process. This initiative has been instrumental in increasing financial literacy and making it more accessible to a broader audience, mainly Gen Z buyers, a burgeoning set of prospective homebuyers.
“We are incredibly proud of Greg’s achievements and his recognition as a HousingWire Vanguard,” said David SIlverman, Founder and CEO of NFM Lending. “His visionary leadership and commitment to innovation have not only propelled NFM Lending to new heights but have also significantly impacted the industry as a whole. Greg’s work with the Creator Collective exemplifies his dedication to empowering and educating future generations of homebuyers.”
In addition to the Creator Collective, Sher launched NFM TV almost a decade ago, a production company dedicated to mortgage and housing industry news. More recently he started his One-on-One podcast where he interviews top leaders and influencers in the real estate and mortgage industries.
The HousingWire Vanguards award is a testament to Greg Sher’s exceptional leadership and his unwavering commitment to excellence in the mortgage and real estate industries. NFM Lending congratulates Greg on this well-deserved honor and looks forward to his continued contributions to the company and the industry. The full list of honorees can be found here.
About NFM Lending: NFM Lending is a national mortgage lending company currently licensed in 49 states in the U.S. The company was founded in 1998 and has since grown to include more than 1,000 employees. NFM Lending is dedicated to streamlining the home loan process and providing exceptional customer service.
LINTHICUM, MD, August 12, 2024 —NFM Lending is proud to announce the opening of a new branch, led by Loan Originator Jordan Nutter, who is also promoted to Junior Partner of The Creator Collective, a division of NFM that leverages social media and short-form video to share educational and entertaining content about mortgages and real estate. Under the moniker @anutterhomeloan, Jordan has amassed a following of close to a half million users on platforms such as TikTok and Instagram.
Her new NFM Lending branch will focus on expanding NFM’s flexible and powerful lending platform to serve community families with exceptional customer service. NFM Lending offers Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, Jumbo, and many other loan options to fit every borrower’s needs.
“I am truly honored and excited to be stepping into this new leadership role,” explained Nutter. “This opportunity not only represents a personal milestone but also gives me a chance to continue to drive growth to this incredible team. I look forward to working together to achieve our shared vision of this division.”
The branch’s goal is to continue to provide the same commitment and dedication to borrowers, ranging from first-time homebuyers to seasoned buyers looking for their next home, a second home, or investment properties.
“We couldn’t be happier to elevate Jordan to this new role as she continues to establish herself as a leader in this industry,” said Bryan Harrison, President of The Creator Collective. “With her personal brand and robust presence across all social platforms, we are excited for her to help us recruit and grow our footprint as we continue to focus on assisting first-time homebuyers with obtaining homeownership.”
Nutter is currently seeking qualified Mortgage Loan Originators for full and part-time positions for her new branch.
For more information, please contact:
Jordan Nutter
Junior Partner
NMLS# 1884801
678-900-9272
[email protected]
nfmlending.com/jnutter
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 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 26, 2024 — NFM Lending and its Family of Lenders are proud to announce that the Washington Post has recognized it as a top workplace for the 10th consecutive year. This prestigious honor is a testament to NFM’s unwavering commitment to creating a positive and supportive work environment for its employees.
Greg Sher, Managing Director of the NFM Family of Lenders, expressed his gratitude and pride in receiving this recognition. “Being named a Top Workplace by the Washington Post for the 10th year in a row is an incredible honor and an affirmation of the work we are doing to find, develop, and retain happy employees. Our team is the backbone of our success, and we are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to achieve their best.”
The Top Workplace award is based on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by Energage, LLC. The anonymous survey measures several aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution, and connection.
The NFM Family of Lenders prioritizes employee satisfaction and development, offering numerous programs and initiatives designed to support professional growth and personal well-being. This recognition underscores the company’s commitment to maintaining a workplace where employees can thrive and contribute to the company’s ongoing success.
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; ‘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. The NFM Family of Lenders 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 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 nfmlending.com, like our Facebook page, or follow us on Instagram.
LINTHICUM, MD, June 10, 2024— NFM Lending and its Family of Lenders announced today that we have been recognized once again as one of the top lenders in the country by Scotsman Guide, the leading magazine and resource for mortgage originators. This year, we have achieved several prestigious accolades:
· 14th Largest Retail Lender in the Country
· #1 Retail Lender in Maryland
· 21st Overall Lender (including wholesale mortgage companies)
· 20th Largest VA (Veterans Affairs) Lender
· 21st Largest FHA Lender in the Country
The list put out by Scotsman Guide is “the industry’s most comprehensive, verified rankings of the nation’s top producing mortgage companies.”
David Silverman, Founder and CEO of NFM Lending, expressed his gratitude and pride in the company’s achievements: “It is an incredible honor for NFM to be recognized in these rankings. Over the last 10 years, we have experienced tremendous growth, steadily moving up the ranks to become a top 15 lender. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team. We are committed to continuing our growth and providing exceptional service to our clients.”
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 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 nfmlending.com, like our Facebook page, or follow us on Instagram.
LINTHICUM, MD, June 4, 2024— NFM Lending and its Family of Lenders are pleased to announce LaTasha Waddy’s promotion to Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer. Waddy has been integral to the NFM Lending team since 2012, previously serving as General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer.
In her tenure at NFM Lending, Waddy has demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication, significantly contributing to the company’s overall business strategy and success. Her expertise and commitment have made her a critical member of the executive team, where she has played a pivotal role in guiding the company through complex legal and compliance landscapes.
“I am excited to announce that LaTasha Waddy has been promoted to Chief Legal Officer and Executive Vice President of the NFM Family of Lenders,” said Founder and CEO David Silverman. “As those at NFM and many throughout the industry know, LaTasha has been much more than a lawyer for our organization. She is a thoughtful leader, coach, mentor, businesswoman, and phenomenal teammate. Her understanding of every department and the inner workings of our ever-changing industry is unparalleled. We are excited to see her take on new and more impactful responsibilities that will benefit not just NFM Lending but our entire industry.”
Waddy’s promotion reflects NFM Lending’s commitment to recognizing and nurturing talent within the organization. As Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer, she will continue to oversee the company’s legal and compliance functions while taking on additional responsibilities to enhance NFM Lending’s strategic initiatives further.
“I am honored to take on this new role and grateful for the opportunity to continue contributing to NFM Lending’s growth and success,” said Waddy. “I look forward to working with our exceptional team to navigate the challenges and opportunities ahead.”
NFM Lending congratulates LaTasha Waddy on her well-deserved promotion and looks forward to her continued leadership and contributions to the company’s future achievements.
About NFM Lending
NFM Lending is a 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 nfmlending.com, like our Facebook page, or follow us on Instagram.
LINTHICUM, MD, April 5, 2024 — NFM Lending and its Family of Lenders is proud to congratulate their loan originators who were recognized in the Scotsman Guide Top Originators 2024 lists.
Each year, Scotsman Guide recognizes the nation’s top-producing mortgage loan originators. Originators are ranked in ten categories, including Top Dollar Volume, Most Loans Closed, and Top Purchase Volume. Each set of rankings is thoroughly audited, making Scotsman Guide the mortgage industry’s “most intensely reviewed, accurate and substantiated rankings of its kind.” To be considered, entrants must either have done at least $25 million in loan volume or personally closed 75 or more home loans in the 2023 calendar year.
Oleg Tkach was ranked at #75 nationally and led the Top Dollar Volume category for the company with $150,593,253 in production, followed by Jane Floyd ranked 3106 nationally with $$150,593,253, and Daniel Sa ranked #191 with $$101,483,726.
“What an incredible year it was for these top salespeople!” said NFM Lending President / Chief Operating Officer, Bob Tyson. “Everyone in the mortgage industry knows the headwinds we faced last year, and yet these individuals faced the challenges head-on and came out on top. Congratulations to them and all our originators. We are looking forward to a great 2023.”
NFM Lending would like to recognize and congratulate all the loan originators within the NFM Family for this incredible achievement.
Top Dollar Volume
NFM Lending
David Arocho
Michael Badessa
Michel Baez
Camille Baldwin
Tyler Barnett
Andrew Beigel
Trevor Bennett
Benjamin Burkett
Brian Burnham
Anthony Cellini
Michael Colagrossi
Jerry Cook
Gregory Cowart
Casey Coyle
Mario Cua
Mack Dadyan
Rich Dillman
Jane Floyd
Ronald Gosewisch
Dana Gounaris
Tina Konidaris
Dakotah Kutz
Tracy Marino
Kelsey Marquardt
Kyle McCort
Jeff Miltenberger
Todd Novosel
Brandon Pavlovic
Jesse Perrone
Craig Pollard
Bryan Raiford
Steven Rivera
Daniel Sa
Shanon Schinkel
Justus Sharp
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
Derek Evans
Carolyn Flitcroft
Rita Hairston
David Licciardi
Peter O’Donnell
Kyndle Quinones
Michelle Roman
Salvatore Savastano
John Savastano
David Travers
Jon Wald
BluPrint Home Loans
Jeff Welgan
Elevate Home Loans
Chris Magnotta
Element Home Loans
DeAnn Ellis
Sharon Wofford
Most Loans Closed
NFM Lending
NFM Lending is proud of these loan originators’ accomplishments 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, Freedmont Mortgage Group, 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 3, 2024 — NFM Lending is pleased to announce the opening of a new branch led by Branch Manager Petros Christophilis. The branch is located at 3334 NE 65th Street, Seattle, WA 98115. The new NFM Lending branch will focus on expanding NFM’s flexible and powerful lending platform to better serve community families with exceptional customer service. NFM Lending offers Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, Jumbo, and many other loan options to fit every borrower’s needs.
“I am thrilled to join the NFM Lending family, a decision inspired by the company’s exceptional culture, dedication to outstanding customer service, and the comprehensive range of loan programs offered,” said Christophilis. “I feel like I have truly found a new home here and am excited to begin this next chapter of my career with such a reputable and well-rounded company.”
The branch’s goal is to continue to provide the same commitment and dedication to borrowers, ranging from first-time homebuyers to seasoned buyers looking for their next home, a second home, or investment properties.
“We are very excited to announce the addition of Petros to the NFM family,” said NFM Founder/CEO David Silverman. “Petros is one of the very top originators in Washington State in both production and professionalism. His work ethic and experience level are at the top of the game, and we look forward to working with Petros to increase his presence in the region and help as many families as possible realize their dream of home ownership and lower payments.”
Christophilis is currently seeking qualified Mortgage Loan Originators for full and part-time positions.
For more information, please contact:
Petros Christophilis Branch Manager NMLS# 92866 206-406-4690 [email protected] teampetros.com
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 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, April 29, 2024 – NFM Lending and its Family of Lenders are thrilled to announce that Mortgage Executive Magazine has recognized it as the 15th largest retail housing lender in the United States. This significant achievement highlights the company’s commitment to excellence and innovation in the mortgage industry.
In an impressive showcase of talent, 58 of NFM Lending’s loan originators have been named among the top 1% of originators nationwide. Additionally, eight of these outstanding professionals have earned spots in the esteemed top 200 originators list:
Oleg Tkach – Lynnwood, WA – #23
Jane Floyd – Tampa, FL – #37
Daniel Sa – Columbus, OH – #70
Ron Gosewisch – Haddonfield, NJ – #138
Dana Gounaris – Haddonfield, NJ – #147
Andy Beigel- Columbus, OH – #182
Tina Konidaris – Raleigh, NC – #194
David Arocho – Columbus, OH #200
Greg Sher, Managing Director of NFM Lending, expressed his pride and congratulations to the recognized individuals: “This recognition from Mortgage Executive Magazine is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and unparalleled professionalism of our team. Each of our loan originators plays a vital role in our success, and being named among the top performers in the nation is a well-deserved honor. I am incredibly proud of their commitment and the example they set for the entire industry. Their excellence propels NFM Lending forward, demonstrating every day what we stand for.”
This accolade reflects individual excellence and underscores NFM Lending’s robust training programs, innovative mortgage solutions, and client-focused approach, which collectively contribute to such high-level industry performance.
Mortgage Executive Magazine recognized the following originators as being among the top 1% in the nation:
David Arocho
Michael Badessa
Michel Baez
Camille Baldwin
Tyler Clayton Barnett
Andrew Beigel
Trevor Bennett
Benjamin Burkett
Brian Burnham
Anthony Cellini
Michael Colagrossi
Jerry J. Cook Jr
Gregory B Cowart
Mario Anthony Cua
Mack Dadyan
Rich Dillman
Jane Ann Floyd
Ronald Gosewisch
Dana Gounaris
Tina Konidaris
Dakotah Kutz
Tracy Colleen Marino
Kelsey Marquardt
Jeff Walter Miltenberger
Todd Novosel
Brandon Pavlovic
Jesse Diane Perrone
Craig Pollard
Bryan Raiford
Steven Rivera
Daniel Sa
Shanon Schinkel
Justus Sharp
Matthew Shiner
Shane G Staples
Rob Stettler
Blane Stewart
Oleg Tkach
Raquel Jeanette Wilson
Tammy Wittren
Darran Anthony
Neil Karl Bourdelaise
Clay Carroll
Karen Dulmage
Derek Evans
Carolyn Flitcroft
Rita Hairston
David Licciardi
Peter O’Donnell
Kyndle Quinones
Michelle Roman
Salvatore Savastano
John Savastano
David A Travers
Jon Wald
Chris Magnotta
DeAnn Ellis
Jeff Welgan
NFM Lending is proud of these loan originators’ accomplishments 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, Freedmont Mortgage Group, 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