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Viewpoint: Biggest Mistake Borrowers Make When Purchasing a Home
Thank you to everyone who submitted your vote on the mortgage-related question you wanted answered on NFM TV’s newest series, Viewpoint! The question chosen by our followers was: What are the biggest mistakes borrowers make when purchasing a home? To get an answer we brought in Branch Manager-extraordinaire, Bryan Harrison, who sat down with NFM TV host Greg Sher to discuss some dos and don’ts when purchasing a new home.
I am NFM: Lisa Harrington
A former senior executive in the mortgage industry, Lisa Harrington took a step back so she could fulfill what she feels is her purpose in life. In the last ten years, NFM’s Senior Underwriter has fostered hundreds of children, including 35 long term placements in her household. Truly a remarkable and selfless woman, she is the perfect choice to kick off NFM TV’s new 'I am NFM' series featuring the incredible men and women who make up the NFM family. See why her passion for fostering children and the work-life balance emphasized by NFM are the perfect combination.
Top Producer Series: Rob Stettler
It took a 5 year courtship and many conversations to convince September’s NFM TV’s Top Producer to join NFM, but boy was it worth it. Rob Stettler has been near the top of the production leaderboard from the day he arrived at NFM on November 7th, 2018. Relying on a blue collar approach to getting purchase business and holding on to it, it’s easy to see why he’s among the very best in the industry.
Mortgage Explainer: What is Underwriting?
Your home loan has gone into Underwriting. Great news! Now, what is Underwriting? Find out exactly how your loan application is evaluated and used to determine if you qualify for the purchase of a home in this month's Mortgage Explainer.
NFM Salute: Colonel Kevin L. Sellers
Our August NFM Salute is the first of its kind. Never before have we interviewed a Colonel on NFM TV. Colonel Kevin L. Sellers gave our country 25 years of service before retiring to civilian life earlier this year. His 2 tours of duty taught him many lessons about leadership, while at the same time earning him extremely high honors. Hear about his devotion to the United States and his family and so much more in our August NFM Salute.
Through the Ranks: Sarah Moslowski
Having more than doubled in size over the last 18 months, it is no wonder that NFM Lending and its family of lenders is abounding with opportunity to advance your career. In NFM TV’s newest series, we highlight superstars who have experienced tremendous professional growth, risen “Through the Ranks”, and positioned themselves to be future leaders for a company that is racking up sales records at breakneck speed. This month we feature Human Resources Generalist, Sarah Moslowski who, in just three years, has received two promotions and is a shining star making sure employees across the country stay engaged and have what they need to be successful.
My Voice Matters: DJ Dixon
#MyVoiceMatters is a platform for everyone in the NFM Family, as well as our consumers and business partners, to be heard and to share the positive impact they are making in the community. Today we welcome DJ Dixon from Main Street Home Loans to the stage. Tune in to hear how DJ is utilizing the power of education in her volunteer work to help strengthen women who have or are currently facing adversity.
An NFM TV Interview with Ernie Graham
83% of a person’s net worth will come from the equity in their home when they retire; this according to Homebot, a leader in homeowner financial empowerment. In this exclusive NFM TV interview, host Greg Sher discusses with Homebot CEO, Ernie Graham how in just 5 years, his company has gone from startup to revolutionary A.I. platform designed to give Loan Originators and Real Estate Agents a powerful tool they provide to their customers to help them build wealth through actionable, at-your-fingertips financial information.
NFM Salute: First Responders, Stacy Winters
Like a super hero being called to duty, Stacy Winters was pulled from her role as a nurse practitioner onto an Instant Response team at Frederick Memorial hospital as COVID-19 began its initial tear through our country's hospitals in March. Her team worked 24/7 taking care of COVID-19 patients all the while quickly developing protocols for admissions, testing and PPE distribution. In the first of its kind, NFM Salute steps beyond the boundaries of military service members and thanks national heroes on a different front line with this special edition honoring Stacy as she describes an experience she calls challenging and humbling.
Home Run - Great Client Experiences Podcast
Check out NFM TV's foray into the podcast world with our new program, Home Run: Great Client Experiences. What makes for a truly great client experience? How about stepping up to the plate when no one else can. In this first episode, hear how Loan Originator, David McLaughlin, along with real estate agent, Nadine Duvall came through big time when client Medjhy Doirin had to move all the way down the Atlantic Coast from New York to Florida in the midst of a pandemic. All it took was a little common sense and ingenuity to say "yes" when others said "no".
Available soon on iTunes and Google Play.
Available soon on iTunes and Google Play.
Home Remodeling: Best Bang For Your Buck
Remodeling your home should make it more livable and enjoyable. But not all home improvements are created equal. If you go overboard, it may end up costing you. In this month's Mortgage Explainer, learn which which home improvements give you the most bang for your buck.
Top Producer Series: Matt Primrose
Under the steady leadership of Ryan Sandell, Vice President, Western Region, comes Matt Primrose. He’s a Top 1% originator nationally and our featured Top Producer for the month of July 2020. Tune into this Top Producer sit-down with NFM TV's host, Greg Sher.
NFM Salute (July 2020) Tyler Stallings
Our July 2020 NFM Salute is the first of its kind. Never before have we featured a non-member of the military. When you see what 8 year old Tyler Stallings has been doing to pay it forward to retired and homeless vets, you’ll understand why he very much belongs on the NFM Salute stage.
My Voice Matters with LaTasha Rowe, General Counsel, NFM Lending
NFM joins the conversation on inequality spearheaded by social media movements like #ShareTheMicNow, whose purpose is to magnify black women’s lives and stories. From this idea, comes our own video and social project #MyVoiceMatters which will act as a platform for everyone within the NFM Family as well as our consumers and business partners to be heard and to speak about the positive impact they are making in the community. General Counsel, LaTasha Rowe kicks off this new monthly feature explaining the program and why it is so important to the mortgage industry.
Top Producer (June 2020): Kevin Murphy
In his 27 year mortgage origination career, Freedmont Mortgage Group’s Kevin Murphy has seen his share of smooth and turbulent markets. The latest challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic have once again proven he is a Top Producer no matter the climate. It’s our distinct pleasure to feature Kevin as our June Top Producer. Freedmont Mortgage Group is a Division of NFM Lending.
NFM Salute - June 2020 / Jeremy Katzenberger
June 14, 2011 changed Colleen Katzenberger’s life forever when she got the nightmare call military spouses dread. On that day, her husband, Staff Sgt. Jeremy Katzenberger, was killed by enemy fire in Afghanistan. He left behind Colleen and their newborn baby boy in Missouri. In our June NFM Salute honoring Staff Sgt. Katzenberger, we see the world through the inspiring eyes and words of his Gold Star wife.
Settlement Service Provider COVID-19 Roundtable
In this NFM TV roundtable discussion with Richard Leonard of Fox Mountain Property Inspections, Steven Lenet from Advantage Title Company and John Liberatore, Chief Appraiser with NFM Lending, we learn how the stages of buying a home have evolved, and how some of those changes may be here to stay.
Top Producer Series: Hans Stone
We continue our journey around the NFM Family of Lenders in May’s installment of the Top Producer Series. BluPrint Home Loans is storming on to the scene at NFM, having closed 71 units in April. They joined us in December. A big reason for their success is our featured Top Producer Hans Stone. As you’ll see, he’s so much more than a $55 million dollar man.
NFM TV Interview with David Silverman, NFM Lending Founder/CEO
CEO & Founder David Silverman sat down with NFM TV’s Greg Sher in the beginning of May to talk about lessons learned for everyone in the mortgage industry and how we all forge ahead.
NFM Salute (May 2020): "Grandpa" Bill Kelly
Hunting and fishing for food through the Great Depression; clearing unexploded ammunition in Guam during World War II.; and now at age 95, quarantined at home for weeks on end battling COVID-19. “Grandpa” Bill Kelly is a survivor. Listen in as our May NFM Salute discussed what it has taken to overcome so many obstacles in one lifetime.
Jason Patten: Client for Life
Another NFM “Client For Life”: Firefighter Jason Patten was one day away from settlement when his mortgage company told him the loan they promised him had fallen through. With nowhere to go and two young children, Patten was hours from being homeless. One call to NFM Lending Branch Manager, Jason Fox changed the course of his life.
NFM TV Interview with Ken Abramowitz
95% of the United States is under stay-at-home orders and yet somehow the real estate market is continuing to hum along. How are realtors and other settlement service providers like inspectors and appraisers learning to adapt in this new environment - not to mention buyers and sellers? Through technology and ingenuity. Agent Ken Abramowitz sat down with NFM TV to explain some of the strategies his group Is using to keep moving during this nationwide lockdown.
Top Producer Series: Mike Farrell
Our Top Producer Series for April features Main Street's dynamic Executive Vice President Mike Farrell. In the world of mortgage leadership and production, he has few rivals. Enjoy this exclusive glimpse into his world.
Buyer's Market Playbook - An NFM TV interview with Mike Farrell
Almost overnight, real estate has gone from a seller’s market to a buyer’s market. Terms like ‘points’ and ‘seller concessions’ that were rarely heard are now back on the table. No doubt these new challenges require new, creative approaches for realtors and lenders. We sat down with Executive Vice President of Main Street Home Loans, Mike Farrell, to discuss the strategies he is employing to get the job done in this rapidly evolving landscape.
NFM Salute, April 2020 - Major (Retired) Jeremy Haynes
Wounded in battle in Afghanistan, Major (Ret.) Jeremy Haynes was told by doctors he would never walk again. Haynes was thankful to return home alive to his wife and children, but the times ahead would be challenging. Then, through a grant from the Gary Sinise Foundation and its partners, Haynes was presented with a remarkable gift that would change his life. And through the hard work and dedication of Haynes and his rehabilitation team, there was one more stunning surprise. Watch this inspiring story in April’s NFM Salute.
Strategies To Crush It In This New Sales World
Different times call for different strategies. NFM TV set out to learn what some of its top producers are doing to adjust to the changing environment. Hear how Jane Floyd, Jessica Uphoff, Daniel Sa, and Ryan Sandell are maximizing their efforts and motivating their people as they joined Greg Sher for this special roundtable.
David Stevens on the Impact of Forbearance
Interest rates are back down, but there are still links that are broken in the mortgage chain according to former FHA Commissioner and MBA President, David Stevens. He shared the absolute latest effort on Capitol Hill to come to the rescue of the mortgage industry in this NFM TV exclusive late Wednesday afternoon.
Interview with NFM General Counsel, LaTasha Rowe
Will state shutdowns and shelter-in-place directives mean an end to home purchasing for the foreseeable future? NFM General Counsel, LaTasha Rowe details how the industry and NFM continue to forge ahead during these challenging times.
An NFM TV Interview with Barry Habib
Fed Funds were recently cut to zero yet interest rates have skyrocketed, leaving consumers, originators, and real estate agents with more questions than answers. Tune in to this NFM TV exclusive with MBS Highway CEO and frequent Fox News and CNBC contributor, Barry Habib, as he discusses the current interest rate climate. You'll learn more than just answers. Utilize this interview as a guide for your referral partners and anxious customers!
Top Producer Series: David Arocho
Our March Top Producer Series features $100 million-dollar man, David Arocho, out of Columbus, OH. David joined NFM last month after 9 years at his previous company. Why NFM? Why now? Hear those answers and so much more in this exclusive sit-down with NFM TV. #LatestGreatest
NFM Salute: Roger Dennis
We are proud to announce our NFM Salute for March 2020 is Roger Dennis. In this father and son interview, we catch a glimpse of the memories and hardships of Roger's service in Vietnam. Tune in as he shares some of his experiences in the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment. On behalf of Roger Dennis, NFM Lending will be donating $2,500 to the Gary Sinise Foundation. To learn more about Roger and the NFM Salute initiative, visit www.nfmsalute.com.
Top Producer Series: Brian Pintar
Our February Top Producer Series takes us out west and features NFM Branch Manager Brian Pintar. A 25 year mortgage veteran, Brian is a beacon of consistency, routinely showing up as a Top 1% originator nationwide. As Brian shares, he attributes much of his success to having a routine you can count on.
NFM Salute (February 2020): Sgt. Eric Houck
Our country lost a hero; a mother and father lost a son; a sister lost a best friend. In between the tears, we learned what a great man Fallen Army Sgt. Eric Houck was, as his family welcomed us into their home to honor Eric as February’s NFM Salute. The Gary Sinise Foundation will receive this month’s donation on behalf of Eric and the Houck family. To learn more about Eric and the NFM Salute initiative, visit: nfmsalute.com.
2020 Look-ahead with NFM Lending Founder/CEO, David Silverman
NFM Lending doubled its sales volume in 2019. NFM TV caught up with Founder and CEO David Silverman to discuss the company’s secret to success, the near future of the industry, and how NFM is headed towards being a Top 20 Mortgage company in 2020.
NFM TV Interview with Todd Britton-Simmons
TOP PRODUCERS BEWARE! Scotsman Guide is actively compiling data for the April Top Originators Edition ranking the best of the best originators in 2019. Ever wonder how those lists are compiled? Find out the answer and a whole lot more as Greg Sher sits down with Scotsman Guide Executive Director/Principal Todd Britton-Simmons in this NFM TV Exclusive.
Top Producer Series: Chris Taylor & Taylor Croy
We kick off the 2020 Top Producer Series with a pair of rising stars, Christopher Taylor and Taylor Croy from The Taylor Group of NFM Lending out of Charlotte. They are quickly rising up the volume leaderboard at NFM with a unique approach to running their business. It hasn’t always been easy for the dynamic duo. Hear their lessons learned and keys to success in 2020 and beyond.
NFM Salute: Danny Austin
We’re pleased to announce our first NFM Salute of 2020, Danny Austin. Danny is a Vietnam Veteran who served in the military as an Air Force Rescue Medic from 1969 to 1981. He shares the adversities he encountered during and after the Vietnam war, and how he kept his involvement in the war a secret from his parents for almost 15 years. He also discusses how the unconditional support he receives from his wife and new service dog, Duke, have made a huge impact on his life. Danny Austin, we salute you and thank you for your service!
NFM TV: Year-End Review
When we set out on our NFM TV journey in July 2017, we did it with one goal in mind: delivering unique mortgage content and value to the marketplace. We think we knocked it out of the park in 2019, but don’t take our word for it! Instead, take a look at our year-end review. #nfmtv2019
Top Producer Series (December 2019): Craig Kam
He’s a real-life dual-threat. Since 2011, NFM Branch Manager Craig Kam has consistently been at or near the top of both the individual producer rankings and branch volume rankings. It’s for sure a lot to juggle. Hear how he does it and what his keys to success are, as he rounds out 2019 with our last installment of the Top Producer Series.
NFM Salute (December 2019): Jerry Williams
We are proud to announce our NFM Salute for December 2019 is Specialist Jerry Williams. Jerry served in the U.S. Army from 1968 to 1969 in both Ft. Hood, Texas and Chu Lai, Vietnam. He was a Gunner on an armored personnel carrier. We had the pleasure of talking to his nominator and son, Jeremy Williams, to find out more about Jerry and why Jeremy wanted to honor him.
Operation Welcome Home (November 2019)
We are so thankful for our servicemen and women. Last week, NFM participated in Operation Welcome Home Maryland at BWI Airport to welcome back our troops from overseas. Please enjoy this short video that encapsulates an evening that was full of emotional reunions between families, and a chance to say ‘thank you’ to the brave men and women who fight for our freedom.
An NFM TV Interview with Stephanie Paull
A seismic sea change is going down in the mortgage licensing world—and it’s just days away. Hear how bank Loan Officers can originate at non-bank institutions almost immediately beginning November 24th in this NFM TV exclusive.
Top Producer Series: Greg Cowart
In his 4+ years as Branch Manager at NFM Lending, Richmond’s Greg Cowart has been a model of consistency. He routinely churns out big numbers, month after month, year after year. Hear how he does it and what he says it takes to get over the hump to stardom as NFM TV features him in November’s Top Producer Series.
NFM Salute: Matthew "Random" Dunn
We are proud to announce our NFM Salute for November 2019 is BM1 Matthew "Random" Dunn. Random served in the U.S. Navy as a Navy Seal from 1996 to 2006. He was a Sniper Instructor and a Basic Underwater Demolitions Instructor (BUDs). We had the pleasure of talking to his nominator and club brother, Mitch Akers, to find out more about Random and why Akers wanted to honor him.
An NFM TV Interview with Tom Sealock
What moves interest rates? When the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, why don’t our rates always move in lockstep? What’s the short-term outlook for rates? These are just a few of the topics covered as NFM’s Director of Capital Markets Tom Sealock sits down with NFM TV’s Greg Sher.
Top Producer Series: Jane Floyd
As a 28-year veteran in the mortgage business, Jane shares her life routines and her top 5 must-dos for LOs to always stay ahead of the game.
NFM Lending presents at Digital Mortgage Conference
Our CIO, Christos Bettios, was invited to speak on a distinguished panel regarding Mortgage APIs at the Digital Mortgage Conference in Las Vegas, NV last week. Fresh off this energizing and engaging event, he shared with NFM TV’s Greg Sher the insight he gathered regarding the future of industry technology including the buzz around Robotic Process Automation (RPA).
Top Producer Series: Blane Stewart
It’s September---which means it’s Top Producer Series time again on NFM TV! This month, we feature Blane Stewart from the Blane Stewart Team of NFM Lending. Blane is a Top Producer and former mortgage company owner. He shed his successful company of 16 years to join forces with NFM in 2017. He hasn’t looked back since. Hear his secrets to living a fulfilling life all the way around. #TopProducer #TopGuy
NFM Salute of Sept 2019: PFC Willie Woods
NFM TV and NFM Salute are proud and privileged to present our interview with the Salute for the month of September, 93 year old Veteran PFC Willie Woods. Please watch and share his amazing story, one about blazing a path for African Americans in the Marines. Willie is the grandfather of Processor Alisha Wooten.
An NFM TV Interview with David Stevens
When former FHA Commissioner and MBA CEO David Stevens talks, people listen, and that includes former Presidents of the United States and our very own NFM TV’s Greg Sher. Stevens chimes in on his outlook for the future of the mortgage industry.