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First Home Mortgage Announces Tim Whittier As New President

May 20, 2024
Tim Whittier First Home Mortgage
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Whittier has been with First Home Mortgage since 2009

First Home Mortgage announced yesterday the appointment of Tim Whittier as its new President. Whittier has been with First Home Mortgage since 2009 and began his mortgage banking career at National City Mortgage in 1992, directly out of the University of Maryland.

Over the years, Whittier has held various positions, including assistant, loan officer, builder manager, branch manager and regional manager.

David Waters, CEO and founder of First Home Mortgage, expressed his confidence in Whittier's capabilities: "I am thrilled to announce the appointment of Tim Whittier as the new President of First Home Mortgage. With his extensive experience, deep knowledge, and the high regard of his peers, Tim is poised to achieve remarkable success in this role. I am confident that he will uphold and advance our steadfast commitment to excellence and integrity in all our endeavors."

Whittier commented about his appointment, saying "I am honored to step into the role of President at First Home Mortgage. Since joining the company, I have been impressed by our blend of extensive support, cutting-edge technology, vast resources, and the agility of a smaller organization. I am committed to preserving our structure and swift decision-making processes, which have been key to our success. Open communication and collaboration are vital, and I am dedicated to fostering an environment where every voice is heard. I look forward to working closely with our clients, partners, and team members to achieve even greater heights."

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