About Me
I am privileged to have a job that I can help make others’ dreams a reality. Working for Finance of America Mortgage allows me to help my friends and neighbors realize their dream of home ownership. Florence is a wonderful community with a rich history and unique southern charm. I am proud to have raised my family here and strive to be an active member of my church, theater group and children’s schools. Finance of America Mortgage gives me the opportunity to help my community. Every day I go to work with the goal of helping the people of Florence achieve their dream of home ownership. Finance of America Mortgage has a wealth of products to suit a variety of financial situations and I strive to help every client understand the home buying process from application to closing. If you are interested in learning more about your mortgage options or just want to say hello, stop by anytime. Our door is always open.
Calculators
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Mortgage Calculator
Using a mortgage calculator can help you calculate monthly payments on a home loan.
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Refinance Calculator
Use our refinance calculator to determine whether the costs of refinancing into a new home loan makes sense for your financial situation.
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Mortgage Affordability Calculator
Use our mortgage affordability calculator to see how much home you can afford.
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Why Finance of America Mortgage?
We’re not about pushing loan papers. We’re about moving your dream forward. And we do that through knowledgeable local advisors, a personal approach, and a variety of smart loan options.
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Loans That I Specialize In
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Reverse Mortgage
Reverse MortgageHomebuyers age 62 and older can unlock equity in their current home to finance a new home with this loan.
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USDA Loan
USDA LoanWith no downpayment and no closing cost options, these loans are ideal for homebuyers settling in designated USDA rural areas.
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FHA Loan
FHA LoanLow downpayment and flexible requirements for income, debt and credit make this loan ideal for homebuyers with limited savings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The total number of properties you may look at will depend on several factors, such as your budget and the housing availability in your area. In general, real estate agents recommend that homebuyers look at several properties before making a decision, but there is not an exact number. Most people look at 10 homes, at a minimum, so they can compare them. However, you may find the dream house with more or fewer searches.
When it comes to the best home buying tips, there are different ways to search for properties. Statistics from the National Association of REALTORS® reveal that 51 percent of buyers searched and found their homes on the internet, while 30 percent used real estate agents. Other ways to search for homes include asking friends, relatives, neighbors and homebuilders for help. A small percentage of homebuyers used newspaper advertisements and yard or open house signs to search for homes.
Although a pre-approval is not one of the required steps to buying a house, it can certainly help you stand out in a competitive market with many buyers. A pre-approval can show sellers that you’re serious and capable of getting a mortgage, so they may be more likely to accept your offer.
My Office
Florence, SC2182 W. Evans Street
Florence, SC 29501 GOOGLE MAPS
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday - 9 am - 5 pm