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    Your home journey,
    guided by people who care

    Personalized mortgage guidance backed by institutional-grade technology. Every detail handled. Every option explored. Every closing on time.

    NMLS #23734110+ Years ExperienceLicensed Nationwide
    4,146+
    Loans Closed
    10+
    Years in Business
    4.7
    Average Client Rating
    Our Team

    Meet the experts

    Our experienced mortgage professionals are here to guide you home.

    Sean Tate

    Branch Manager

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    Christopher Uldricks

    Loan Officer

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    John August Klein

    Loan Officer

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    John Titone

    Loan Officer

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    Michael Muhlethaler

    Loan Officer

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    Loan Programs

    Every option. Your best fit.

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    Conventional
    Traditional financing with competitive rates. As little as 3% down for qualified buyers. Conforming and jumbo options available.
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    FHA
    Government-backed loans with flexible credit requirements. 3.5% down payment. Ideal for first-time homebuyers building their foundation.
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    VA
    Zero down payment for eligible veterans and active military. No monthly mortgage insurance. The benefit you've earned.
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    Jumbo
    High-balance loans for premium properties. Competitive rates on loan amounts above conforming limits. Tailored structuring.
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    Renovation
    Finance the purchase and renovation in a single loan. FHA 203(k) and conventional options. Turn potential into your perfect home.
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    Non-QM
    Bank statement, DSCR, and asset-based programs for self-employed borrowers and investors. Creative solutions for complex scenarios.
    Available 24/7

    Meet Sophia,
    your mortgage guide

    Get instant answers, explore loan options, estimate payments, and start your pre-approval — any time, day or night. Sophia is backed by our team's expertise and AFN's full lending platform. When you're ready, a loan officer steps in personally.

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    Estimate monthly payments based on your actual scenario
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    Sophia
    Backed by American Financial Network · NMLS #237341
    Hi, I'm Sophia — your branch's mortgage assistant. I can help you explore options, estimate payments, or get pre-approved. What's on your mind?
    What can I afford on $120K income?
    Based on $120K annual income, you could qualify for roughly $480K–$540K depending on debts, down payment, and rate. Want me to run a detailed scenario?
    Client Experiences

    Trusted by 764 families & counting

    ★★★★★4.8764 verified reviews
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    John was a good person to work with and he was very respectful and did everything very well
    James W C.
    Savannah, GA · via John Titone
    May 2026
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    I appreciated the advice and all the support I received along the way.
    Anita C J.
    Gresham, OR · via Sean Tate
    October 2026
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    John and his team are the best. The Best home refi experience we ever had. Outstanding communication and follow up. Would highly recommend!
    Brian Elliott A.
    Marietta, GA · via John Titone
    April 2026
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    Great service from start to finish thank you for everything
    Alonzo D.
    Florence, SC · via Sean Tate
    October 2026
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    Very professional and responsive to questions.
    Deborah Ann A.
    Marietta, GA · via John Titone
    March 2026
    “
    i dealt with Jalen Weaver,he was really great.IF he is part of Mr.Tate's team that's great
    John F B.
    Goodyear, AZ · via Sean Tate
    January 2026
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    Him working with me on the part I needed to capitalize on for a smooth and successful transaction, it was all work and no play for both ends. Thanks again team John
    Franklin D W.
    Winfield, AL · via John Titone
    November 2025
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    Mike and the team were great to work with and people persons and esay to communicate with.
    Leigh R L.
    Springville, TN · via Sean Tate
    October 2026
    “
    John and his team are awesome! From start to finish! Made my refinancing experience very easy.
    Marc E B.
    Everett, WA · via John Titone
    September 2025
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    Sean and his team were very thorough with all aspects of the loan process. We look forward to working with them again in the future .
    Michelle M L.
    Green Bay, WI · via Sean Tate
    January 2026
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    John was professional and knowledgeable regarding the process and consistently kept me informed . one of the best customer service experiences I've ever had. Thank you
    Jonathan David T.
    Chickamauga, GA · via John Titone
    December 2024
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    Sean is great to work with. It's been a pleasure doing this refi with him. Look forward to future streamlined.
    Kenneth B.
    Fernley, NV · via Sean Tate
    October 2026
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    He did a great job explaining the process ??
    Eileen Cassandra P.
    Middletown, CT · via Sean Tate
    January 2026
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    Sean was great. he explained everything step by step and made the entire experience seamless!
    Ryan F.
    Verona, NJ · via Sean Tate
    September 2026
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    very warm presentation/representation of the process, available when needed every step of the way with a great outcome.
    Darlene Shuff P.
    Middletown, CT · via Sean Tate
    January 2026
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    Sean is very knowledgeable! He had a great ability to explain all the steps along the way and made the entire process a breeze.
    Danielle M.
    Cloverdale, CA · via Sean Tate
    December 2025
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    Sean quickly responded to my emails and preservered in pushing my mortgage-loan application through the processing system.
    William L G.
    Renton, WA · via Sean Tate
    September 2026
    “
    Refinancing with AFN has been one of the smoothest and most supportive financial experiences I’ve ever had. I first refinanced my home in February, and Sean Tate, set the standard for exceptional service. He explained every step thoroughly, made the process easy to understand, and ensured everything moved forward without stress. When it came time to complete my IRRRL, I was navigating one of the most difficult seasons of my life after losing my mother just a month earlier. Sean handled the entire process with compassion, patience, and professionalism. Working with him felt like talking to a lifelong friend—someone who genuinely cared about my well-being, not just the transaction. Sean Tate has a gift for breaking down the refinance and IRRRL process in a way that makes sense to those of us outside the industry. He gives you the information you need, the space to make informed decisions, and the confidence that you’re being treated with respect. His customer service is truly above reproach. I had many options for this IRRRL, but I chose to return to AFN because of the outstanding service and respect I received from Sean Tate. I will continue to refer my children, my close friends, and the veterans I support through Rivers Memories LLC for their banking and refinancing needs. I look forward to working with Sean again in the future.
    Jacqueline D F.
    Huber Heights, OH · via Sean Tate
    December 2025
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