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Mortgage Network Further Expands in the Tennessee and Pennsylvania Markets

Sep 17, 2015
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Kathy Eckhart has joined Mortgage Network Inc. as a senior loan officer in the company’s Brentwood, Tenn. branch office. In her new role, Eckhart will be responsible for serving borrowers and homeowners throughout the Middle Tennessee area.

Eckhart brings to Mortgage Network more than five years of mortgage banking experience in the Middle Tennessee area. Most recently, having served as a loan originator for Mortgage Investors Group.

“Experienced mortgage professionals like Kathy are rare, yet they have been the key to our success.” said Larry Gunnin, Mortgage Network regional manager. “Based on her track record and experience helping local borrowers, Kathy will be a big part of our continued growth.”

“I’m thrilled to be joining a company that not only enjoys a great reputation, but also offers such a wide array of mortgage products,” Eckhart said. “With Mortgage Network’s support, I look forward to continuing to help residents with their home financing needs.”

Jamie Tritz has also joined Mortgage Network Inc. as a loan officer in the company’s West Chester, Penn. branch office, responsible for serving homebuyers and homeowners throughout the southeast Pennsylvania area.

Tritz brings to Mortgage Network 10 years of mortgage banking experience in the Berks, Chester, Lancaster, Montgomery and Philadelphia areas. Most recently, she served as a loan originator for Customers Bank. Tritz is a member of the Greater Reading Youth Professionals and a supporter of the National Housing of Berks County and Chester County Housing. A graduate of Kutztown University and Berks Real Estate School, Tritz grew up in northeast Philadelphia and lives in Berks County.

“I’m very happy to be joining Mortgage Network, which offers an unbeatable selection of loan products and always places the customer first,” Tritz said. “My goal is to provide my clients with the personal attention that will make them feel that their loan application is the only one I am processing. Whether a customer is buying a new home or refinancing an existing property, it should be a memorable, easy and pleasant experience.”

“Experienced, knowledgeable loan officers like Jamie have been the key to our success,” said Kevin Gaffney, branch manager of the West Chester office. “Jamie knows the community and the market as well as anybody, and her dedication to clients makes her a fabulous addition to our team.” 

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