Office address: 6211 Greenleigh Avenue, Suite 300, Baltimore, MD 21220
Website: www.firsthome.com
Year established: 1990
Company type: financial services
Employees: 550+
Expertise: FHA loans, USDA loans, VA loans, jumbo loans, fixed rate mortgages, adjustable rates mortgages, 203k loans, renovation loans, construction loans, refinancing
Parent company: N/A
CEO and key people: David Waters (founder and CEO), Heidi Ford (COO), Matt Nader (SVP, director of sales), Irvin Klein (CFO), Emily Gregory (marketing operations manager), Meg Swinehart (VP, quality assurance)
Financing status: N/A
First Home Mortgage is a mortgage company that provides residential lending options, home financing, renovation financing, and more. Based in Baltimore, MD, the company’s operations span across 21 states, with over 35 locations and 550 employees. In 2023, its Maryland Mortgage Program exceeded $1 billion in loan reservations for the fourth year, supporting first-time homebuyers with essential financing assistance.
First Home Mortgage was established in 1990 with just a few employees at an individual location in Maryland. Established to simplify the home loan process and enhance customer experiences, the company has been providing personalized mortgage solutions for almost 35 years. They have expanded their reach and deepened their expertise, making significant financial strides and winning multiple awards that indicate its growth.
First Home Mortgage offers a comprehensive suite of mortgage products, catering to a diverse range of borrower needs:
First Home Mortgage supports the wellbeing of the company and its staff through initiatives and programs. The company shows its dedication in caring for their employees by providing them with comprehensive benefits. Such benefits include:
The company supports Equal Opportunity Employment and promotes team building and employee recognition through events like company picnics and annual awards.
David Waters has been the CEO of First Home Mortgage for over 30 years. Waters, with the help of his support staff, management team, and industry producers, has cultivated strong community relationships. He has a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing and International Business from Towson University.
His leadership is supported by key executives including:
First Home Mortgage has been improving its services and revisiting its strategies to accommodate the needs of different homebuyers, such as expanding in Maryland. The company also introduced the Dream Program in 2023 that is specifically designed for first-time homebuyers. These strategies not only increase their market footprint going forward but also solidify their commitment to supporting homeownership.
Applications are down from the prior week – but skyrocketing compared with 2023
Branch manager promoted to president
Former Fifth Third Bank exec to lead Southeast growth
His 40+ years of expertise expected to drive growth
Expert loan officer shifts base to strengthen line-up
New branch "unlocks exciting potential for growth and development"
She joined UHM through its acquisition of AmeriFirst
Seasoned originator returns as branch manager
He will focus on sales growth across the West Coast
Down payment assistance program aims to remove barriers for FHA borrowers
