Wounded veterans finding homes through the help of one local company - Fairway Independent Mortgage

Wounded veterans finding homes through the help of one local company - In Business Madison - January 2014

"Michael Branley is uncommonly humble for someone who’s given his fellow citizens so much.

A Wisconsin native, Branley enlisted in the Army right out of high school in 1984, serving a combat tour in Panama in 1989. He served until 1990, went to college, and later..."

Fairway Independent Mortgage To Present Four Veterans With Mortgage-Free Homes Just Ahead Of Veterans Day

Fairway Independent Mortgage To Present Four Veterans With Mortgage-Free Homes Just Ahead Of Veterans Day

"Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, one of the country's largest mortgage companies, has embraced their commitment to support US active military and veterans with a dedication to serving those who serve with excellence. In celebration of Veterans Day, Fairway branch offices nationwide will be honoring active and retired military during Fairway's home-giveaway week, in which Fairway will be presenting four mortgage-free homes to wounded warriors..."

Our New Address 801 Estelle Drive, Lancaster, PA 17601

As of July 22, 2013 our new address is:

801 Estelle Drive 

Lancaster, PA 17601

Great big thanks to our wonderful and generous community!

A big thanks to the generosity of the Realtors who came together to raise extra money for the Purple Heart Recipient and Retired Army Specialist, Tyler Schell.  Tyler was given a mortgage-free home April 8th, through the combined efforts of the Boot Campaign, the Military Warriors Support Foundation and Fairway Independent Mortgage.  On April 9th, we raised an additional $1,400 for Tyler, which will be matched by an anonymous donor.  Great big thanks to our wonderful and generous community!

Investment Properties with Less Than 20% Down Payment?

Investment Properties with Less Than 20% Down Payment? Yes. Did you know that you can get PMI (private mortgage insurance) on an investment property purchase with 15% down payment? You can.

Also, don't forget the change to FHA mortgage programs.

And Realtors in the Lancaster, PA area, if you haven't signed up yet for the upcoming class April 9th www.fairwaypa.com/realtors/ce.html you'll want to do so now.

Guest speakers include Louise Thaxton [in the top 5 VA mortgage originators in the country], Terri Murphy [accomplished agent, speaker, author], the "Boot Girls" from www.bootcampaign.com and Sean Parnell [Army Ranger, combat infantryman with the elite 10th Mountain Division, and veteran of 485 days of fierce fighting along the Afghan-Pakistan border - author of 'Outlaw Platoon']. A POWERHOUSE of information about the realities facing our active military and veterans, and how the professional community can provide better service to them.

Certified Military Residential Specialist Continuing Education Class

Tuesday April 9th in Lancaster, PA, we are holding a continuing education class on a topic that doesn't get nearly enough attention. There is a new designation: Certified Military Residential Specialist. Learn how you and your professional community can best serve our veterans and active military based on their needs, the realities of military life and the options and programs that are available to veterans, military personel and their families.

Speakers include Louise Thaxton, one of the top 5 VA Mortgage Originators in the country; Terri Murphy, a 25 year Top Producing Agent, Speaker, Author and Consultant; and Sean Parnell, Army Ranger, combat infantryman and best selling author of 'Outlaw Platoon.'

The event is being held in Lancaster, PA April 9th, 2013. To register for a seat, go to: http://www.fairwaypa.com/realtors/ce.html

(It is April, even though Ken says August). 

FAIRWAY Independent Mortgage in Lancaster, PA: Fairway Independent Mortgage Helps Fund Fort Worth...

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FAIRWAY has pledged monthly donations to be able to support a home a month for a year and my guess is, it will continue on even longer.  I am really proud to be able to say that our local branch in PA, the people you put your trust in to help with your home financing, supports this cause every single month and we have 100% employee participation.