WAYNE COUNTY BRANCH

    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 #2373412+ Years ExperienceLicensed Nationwide
    52+
    Loans Closed
    2+
    Years in Business
    4.7
    Average Client Rating
    Our Team

    Meet the experts

    Our experienced mortgage professionals are here to guide you home.

    Aaron D. Pelarske

    Branch Manager

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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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    Explore loan programs matched to your situation
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    Get pre-approved without waiting for a callback
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    Check local market conditions and neighborhood data
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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 18 families & counting

    ★★★★★4.818 verified reviews
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    Every time i had a question he answered . He was there for calls , text and emails that by its self is unheard of now days . Thank you so much for your help and guidance in this experience.
    Joe D C.
    Newport, TN · via Aaron Pelarske
    September 2026
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    Aaron worked with us all the way. He helped us with all our questions.
    Daniel L S.
    Deale, MD · via Aaron Pelarske
    August 2026
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    Aaron was always giving me up to date information and notifying others promptly when errors were noticed.
    Francisco A C.
    Clinton, OK · via Aaron Pelarske
    August 2026
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    Aaron was very responsive and answered all of our many questions!
    Mary Frances S.
    Manchester, NH · via Aaron Pelarske
    July 2026
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    Very Knowledgable, easy to work with, and kept me informed every step of the way..
    Christopher Joe K.
    Brimfield, IL · via Aaron Pelarske
    June 2026
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    Aaron was very helpful with everything he explained each step with me , and made sure I understood how important everything was and took the time to go over the process thank you Aaron
    James D.
    Columbus, IN · via Aaron Pelarske
    June 2026
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    He was quick on the pre-approval which allowed us to buy the house overall a very nice guy
    Rhonda J L.
    San Tan Vly, AZ · via Aaron Pelarske
    April 2026
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    Aaron was very patient and helpful as we needed extra help gathering documents
    Callie Rae P.
    Ellsworth, MI · via Aaron Pelarske
    March 2026
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    Aaron was friendly, experienced and professional at all times. He made the transaction seem more like a personal matter than just another business deal. He was always available, no matter the time of day, to answer my questions and put my mind at ease. It was truly a pleasure working with him.
    Ronald M.
    Decatur, GA · via Aaron Pelarske
    November 2025
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    Aaron was always there to answer any questions we had
    Andrew Scott M.
    Los Lunas, NM · via Aaron Pelarske
    November 2025
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    The team kept me abrace of everything that was going on. The team answered all of my questions through the process
    Leamon S.
    Pike Road, AL · via Aaron Pelarske
    October 2025
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    Expearence, cooperatoon knowledge knowledge amd and friendly association
    William H. R.
    Berea, KY · via Aaron Pelarske
    September 2025
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    Very personable and professional! Answered all our questions and provide guidance during the entire process.
    Landon W S.
    Mendon, IL · via Aaron Pelarske
    May 2025
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    Aaron made it a great experience due his great communication and always answered every call and questions. Thank for all you for everything!
    Leslie C.
    Jacksonville, FL · via Aaron Pelarske
    December 2022
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    Throughout the process I was kept informed, messages were returned promptly and my loan was processed quickly.
    Sally M.
    Elk Grove, CA · via Aaron Pelarske
    November 2022
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    Aaron always answered the phone and my questions right away. Easy as can be
    Thomas B.
    Canton, GA · via Aaron Pelarske
    October 2022
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    Aaron was very professional, patient, personable and quick to respond. He was there to answer all my questions and guide me through the process.
    Steven G.
    Gregory, MI · via Aaron Pelarske
    September 2022
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    communication was excellent with the team that help me step by step thru the process.
    Mews H.
    Lawrenceville, GA · via Aaron Pelarske
    July 2022
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    Wayne County Branch

    American Financial Network · NMLS #237341

    Address
    500 Craig Road Suite #202
    Manalapan, NJ 07726
    Office Hours
    Mon – Fri: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Sat: By Appointment
    Sun: Closed
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