2024 NMP Leading LOs: Top Originators

Celebrating The Leading LOs Class Of 2024!

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As the mortgage market took us on a wild ride in 2023, there emerged a league of extraordinary professionals who not only weathered the storm but excelled amidst the challenges. Join us in raising a toast to the 2023 Leading Loan Originators who turned obstacles into opportunities.

In the face of interest rate roller coasters and soaring home prices, these mortgage luminaries exhibited unwavering discipline, impeccable organization, and a steadfast commitment to their plans. Their stories are a testament to resilience and strategic brilliance.

Watch it on The Interest: Stronger Than Ever

National Mortgage Professional Magazine proudly honors the achievements of these originators and brokers who navigated the volatile and ever-changing mortgage landscape with finesse. They didn’t just adapt; they thrived, proving that true professionals can turn challenges into triumphs.

In the following pages, read about those MLOs who achieved a minimum of $50 million in loan volume and/or had at least 50 total units in mortgage originations.

The year 2023 will not be looked back on fondly by most MLOs, but that doesn’t mean some hard workers did not find success. National Mortgage Professional Magazine celebrates the accomplishments of top originators by total volume dollar who shared their success with us. It’s a group led by Reginald Maddox, SVP regional manager, Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, with over $185 million.

See the full list here.

In 2023, drops in dollar volumes could not be easily tackled by focusing on units, but this group of LOs found a way. National Mortgage Professional Magazine acknowledges the achievements of these originators who shared their success with us. They worked hard to originate mortgages for as many people as possible, regardless of the loan size. It’s a group led by Paul Volpe, senior vice president/senior loan officer, Nova Home Loans, who ended 2023 with 427 units.

See the full list here.

This article originally appeared in National Mortgage Professional, on the week of April 1, 2024.

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