CHICAGO, Oct. 22,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Guaranteed Rate Affinity, a
leading mortgage provider offering unparalleled lending services
through its exclusive partnership with Coldwell Banker, is pleased to announce the
appointment of Mark Rawls as Vice
President of Mortgage Lending. Mark brings over 22 years of
industry experience, a passion for helping families achieve
homeownership, and a commitment to delivering personalized, expert
service.
"As I join Guaranteed Rate Affinity, I'm excited to leverage the
innovative technology and support of this incredible team to serve
my clients better," said Mark Rawls.
"Building relationships through clear communication and being
available 24/7, something clients truly appreciate, is what makes
this work so rewarding. I'm committed to ensuring that each family
I work with experiences a smooth and truly fulfilling home-buying
journey."
Mark's proven success includes being a six-time President's Club
recipient during his tenure at Movement Mortgage and a member of
the Founder's Club, which recognizes loan officers who close
$250M in loans during their time at
the company. Further, Mark has been recognized as a Top 1%
Loan Officer by Scotsman Guide for
the past four years. His dedication to health and fitness reflects
his commitment to personal and professional excellence. A
passionate road cyclist, Mark believes that leading a healthy
lifestyle is directly connected to thriving in the mortgage lending
business – reflecting a mindset in tune with Guaranteed Rate
Affinity's holistic focus on personal and financial wellness.
"We are thrilled to welcome Mark to the Guaranteed Rate Affinity
team," said Jay Crowder, Divisional
Manager for the Southeast region. "His extensive experience,
industry accolades, and client-first approach make him a perfect
fit to lead our North Carolina
team and strengthen our partnership with Coldwell Banker."
Mark's appointment comes at a pivotal time as Guaranteed Rate
Affinity continues to expand its presence and enhance its offerings
to meet the evolving needs of clients and partners. His leadership
is expected to solidify Guaranteed Rate Affinity's commitment to
delivering top-tier service and results across the region
further.
"Our partnership with Guaranteed Rate Affinity sets the table
for the best mortgage experience possible," said Lance Branham, Managing Broker-in-Charge for
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. "Mark's passion for real
estate and community, combined with Guaranteed Rate Affinity's
proven platform and talented loan officers, is a recipe for
continued success in providing our clients with a fast, seamless
mortgage experience."
About Guaranteed Rate Affinity
Guaranteed Rate
Affinity is a joint venture between Guaranteed Rate, Inc. and
Anywhere Integrated Services (NYSE: HOUS), which owns
some of the industry's most recognized and respected real estate
brands. The innovative JV has funded over $100 billion in loans since its inception.
Guaranteed Rate Affinity originates and markets its mortgage
lending services to Anywhere's real estate, brokerage, and
relocation subsidiaries. Guaranteed Rate Affinity provides
unmatched support to Anywhere brokers coast-to-coast, assuring
their customers receive fast pre-approvals, appraisals, and loan
closings, creating the ability for buyers to move quickly and
confidently when purchasing homes in today's competitive market.
Guaranteed Rate Affinity also provides the same services to the
public and other real estate brokerage and relocation companies
across the country—helping employers improve their employees'
relocation experience by putting the customer first, providing the
customer the ease and security of digital mortgages, and offering
low rates with loans personalized to each customer's needs.
Guaranteed Rate owns a controlling 50.1% stake in Guaranteed Rate
Affinity, and Anywhere owns 49.9%. Visit
[grarate.com](https://www.grarate.com)
for more information.
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