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In the News
Power Womnn with Class – Laura Brandao
Mortgage News Network
Christine Beckwith interviews Laura Brandao about her journey to becoming President of American Financial Resources, Inc.
Laura Brandao Podcast: Be the Leader In Your Space
February 26, 2019Middle Market Executive
“I’ve gained such respect for manufactured homes and modular homes and the affordability they offer new first time home buyers or the people downsizing that might be empty nesters looking to have a more affordable option.” Hear from AFR President Laura Brandao on how to be the leader in your space with host Jack Sweeney on the Middle Market Thought Leader podcast.
AFR ‘s MH Training and Certification Program
February 20, 2019Manufacturedhomes.com
Through the AFR University Training and Certification program, they provide loan officers with instructional webinars to help them get more knowledgeable and comfortable with manufactured home-specific loans. Once a loan officer has completed a set course of instruction, AFR provides a “Manufactured Housing Specialist” seal.
“Why your authenticity is your true superpower” With Laura Brandao
February 11, 2019Authority Magazine
An interview with Laura Brandao, a skilled mortgage industry executive who now proudly serves as the president of AFR.
Laura Brandao Wins 2019 Best 50 Women in Business Award
February 8, 2019NJBIZ
NJBIZ recognizes leading woman in business who are shaping their organizations, industries and the economic landscape of the Garden State. Following an open nomination process, winners were chosen by a panel of independent judges based upon their professional success, community involvement and advocacy for women.
Learn the Art of Specialty Lending
February 1, 2019Scotsman Guide
Laura Brandao, President of AFR, explains that in this business climate, as a mortgage originator or lender, it pays to be a niche player. In the wholesale arena, especially, there are advantages to specializing in specialty lending.
AIME Chairman Anthony Casa announcing ARIVE to support 3.2 Export
January 23, 2019Housingwire
Anthony Casa, chairman of the Association of Independent Mortgage Experts (AIME), has announced that an FNM 3.2 export will be available on the new ARIVE mortgage platform. AFR Wholesale is proud to be one of the first companies to be fully integrated with ARIVE.
Bill Packer Weighs in on How to Save Money on Mortgage Fees
January 13, 2019Consumer Reports
You’ve signed a commitment to buy a home, locked in a mortgage at a competitive interest rate, and bargained with your real estate agent for a lower commission. Bill Packer, chief operating officer at American Financial Resources, a lender based in Parsippany, N.J., weighs in on how you can save money on mortgage fees.
American Financial Resources COO Bill Packer to chair MBA’s tech forum
January 7, 2019Housingwire
The Mortgage Bankers Association has named Bill Packer chairman of its Residential Technology Forum. Packer is executive vice president and COO American Financial Resources, with nearly 30 years of experience in the financial services industry.