Employee Spotlight: Jessica Martinez

Jessica Martinez, our Setup and Appraisal Specialist, embodies dedication and versatility. With several years of experience in the mortgage industry, Jessica specializes in operations, ensuring seamless loan processing and exceptional customer experiences for borrowers. Her attention to detail, multitasking abilities, and commitment to staying informed about industry trends have earned her the respect of colleagues and clients […]

Employee Spotlight: Barbara Grimes

Barbara Grimes, our exceptional Closing Specialist, takes center stage in our November 2023 Employee Spotlight. At AdvantageFirst Lending, Barbara is a driving force behind ensuring that every mortgage process concludes smoothly and efficiently. Barbara possesses a unique talent for fostering strong connections with clients, understanding their financial needs, and facilitating seamless mortgage solutions. Her unwavering […]

Employee Spotlight: Micheal Moreno

Micheal Moreno, our Senior Mortgage Banker, possesses an innate ability to connect with clients, a skill that greatly contributes to his proficiency in finding the perfect mortgage solutions. His unwavering dedication to prioritizing clients’ needs ensures an exceptional customer experience. Micheal consistently exemplifies what sets AdvantageFirst Lending apart from numerous lenders. For these remarkable qualities […]

Employee Spotlight: Travis Fader

Travis Fader has a knack for understanding his clients, which helps him determine the best mortgage solution. He always puts the client’s needs, wants, and wishes first to provide the best customer experience possible. He knows thousands of lenders are out there and consistently shows borrowers why AdvantageFirst Lending is different. For these reasons and […]

Employee Spotlight: Kory Bennion

Kory Bennion is a natural at mortgage lending. His industry knowledge allows clients to feel confident in their home-buying ventures. Kory’s natural ability to understand a homeowner’s goals makes him a frequent recipient of five-star reviews. What’s more, he has shown time and time again that he is committed to creating an unforgettable experience resulting […]

Employee Spotlight: Joshua Dunn

One thing we know for sure is that Joshua Dunn is a natural at connecting with people. Since joining AdvantageFirst Lending, he has built long-lasting relationships with customers that exceed mortgage industry standards. His ability to understand needs and be helpful and relatable allows him to easily coach customers through one of the most significant […]

Should You Refinance Your Starter Home or Move to a New House in 2023?

Homeowners rejoice as the economy’s recovery interest rates at last begin to fall. This January, the year of 2022 interest rate hikes and inflation have both begun to drop, and it’s time to think again about your homeownership plans. If you already have a home with a mortgage, the lowering interest rates are particularly interesting […]

Should You Refinance Your Starter Home or Move to a New House in 2023?

Homeowners rejoice as the economy’s recovery interest rates at last begin to fall. This January, the year of 2022 interest rate hikes and inflation have both begun to drop, and it’s time to think again about your homeownership plans. If you already have a home with a mortgage, the lowering interest rates are particularly interesting […]

What’s an Earnest Money Deposit? (And Other Costs of Home Buying)

  Buying your first home is an exciting experience. You get to look at houses and choose the one that’s just right for you. If you’ve been planning to buy a home for a while, it’s likely that you’ve done your research and know how to identify the upfront costs of buying a home. However, […]

New Home Checklist: 7 Essential First Week Tasks

New Home Checklist: 7 Essential First Week Tasks Congratulations, you’ve bought a house! Purchasing the home you want is exciting. We’re here to help you minimize the inevitable stress of moving. After planning a move for months and diligently doing all the packing, prepping, and logistics, many people moving into a new home find themselves […]