Guaranteed Rate Expands Into Atlanta

Jun 17, 2019

Guaranteed Rate has announced the opening of a new branch in Atlanta, and has named Dean Mellon branch manager of the new Atlanta location. The new office expands the company’s existing presence in Georgia, which currently includes locations in Savannah, Athens, St. Mays, Gainesville, Waycross and Suwanee.

“The grand opening of the Atlanta branch is a reflection of Guaranteed Rate’s growth throughout the state of Georgia,” said Derik Taylor, regional sales manager of Guaranteed Rate. “We continue to see increased opportunity and have hired a talented local team that knows the Atlanta homebuyer community well. We are excited to be building a team with the best of the best. Dean has a history of building tremendous success with customers and partners in the area and we are thrilled to have him on board.”

Mellon has worked in the mortgage industry for more than 20 years and plans to use his expertise and relationships to help grow Guaranteed Rate’s expanding presence in Atlanta.

“What enables Guaranteed Rate to be a top retail lender in the country will certainly benefit our new realtor partners and customers,” said Mellon. “Guaranteed Rate has cutting-edge technology coupled with excellent customer service and an outstanding base of products to offer our customers, which will enable us to excel as a mortgage lender in Atlanta.”

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