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Nations Lending Expands In Orlando, Fla. With A New Branch

Senior Editor
Aug 25, 2023

Jennifer Smith was brought on as the branch manager.

Nations Lending, a full-service national mortgage lender, announced opening its newest branch in Orlando, Fla. The company has hired Jennifer Smith as the branch manager, who will be servicing the Orlando area and the broader Florida region.

With a diverse background in real estate and mortgage, Smith has gained in-depth knowledge of the customer buying experience from beginning to end. Throughout her 14-year career, she has consistently performed at the highest level, receiving Top Performers status, and now is expanding Nations Lending’s footprint in the Florida area.

"I am looking forward to growing my business with Nations Lending and leveraging their resources and platform," said Smith. "My goal is to become a leading provider in my industry, and with the support of Nations, I am confident I can achieve that level of success."

"Jennifer and her team are a great cultural fit, and we are excited to have her as we continue to focus on building in the Southeast," said Corey Caster, executive vice president of national production.

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