Thankful to be RMN!
As we enter the season of gratitude, we are reflecting on all the people and programs that help us make the home loan process as smooth as possible—for our customers, Realtor partners, and team members alike.
Each day, we’re thankful for the unique qualities that make RMN shine, and for everyone who makes it possible to do our best work. Join us in a re-introduction to RMN, inspired by the very things that fuel our purpose and gratitude each day!
A Few Things We Are Thankful For as an Independent Mortgage Banker
- In House Underwriting
We’ll never take this for granted! Without an in-house underwriter, getting answers can mean endless emails, calls, and delays—sometimes to someone out of state. Instead, we just walk down the hall, pop our heads in, and ask directly. It’s a difference that makes our process as smooth as the butter on your Thanksgiving rolls!
- On Site Staff
While we’re at it, we’re actually grateful to have all of our staff on site! We’ve got a great team that is like its own little family. We also have EVERYONE we need to process and approve/close loans all under the same roof. Efficient!
- Ability to provide Local Outlook and Answers
As a small business rooted in our community, we’re genuinely local. We live here, shop here, send our kids to local schools, and are dedicated to giving back. Our understanding of the local market, personal connections, and ability to get quick answers set us apart—things an online or national lender just can’t match.
- Ability to Offer ALL the Loan Programs—VA, Conventional, FHA, USDA
We do all of these loan programs and we do them well! We are so thankful to our knowledgeable and passionate team, who has the ability to close any of these loans with ease. No loan program takes longer than the other, and there are some really great options depending on your situation. We are proud of the fact that we are able to give buyers all of their choices, with complete transparency and confidence!
- Iowa Finance Authority Programs
We LOVE the Iowa Finance Authority and we are so grateful to be preferred lenders with them and able to offer the wonderful programs they provide. There’s the Military Down Payment Assistance Grant—$5,000 with no strings attached to help cover closing costs. For others, the 5% Down Payment Assistance or $2,500 Grant programs make home buying easier. What a wonderful cherry on top to some already fantastic loan options!
- Years of Experience
Since we’ve been celebrating our team, we’d be remiss not to mention that, as a company, we bring over 37 years of experience in this industry and, collectively, it’s closer to a combined 90+ years of knowledge! With all the expertise, connections, and partnerships we’ve built, we know how to navigate the home-buying process.
The Relationships that Make a Difference!
Over the years, we’ve had the pleasure of connecting with extraordinary people, collaborating with impactful programs, and building strong relationships. Each of these connections enhances our business and contributes to the smooth, efficient process we’re able to provide!
- Past Customers
We really truly would not be where we were today with our customers. We value each and every single one, past and present. It’s our passion to provide people with the loans needed to realize their dreams of buying a home, and we’re grateful for the people who trust us to help them every single day.
- Realtor Partners
Our Realtor Partners are truly the BEST. We work with some of the kindest and most knowledgeable realtors in the business. We see how they work hard finding their client’s dream home, and we’re grateful to get the chance to be a part of the process. If you or anyone you know is looking for a great realtor, don’t hesitate to ask!
- Business Partners
We also have some wonderful business partners in the area that provide services and knowledge to us and our customers. Local insurance agents are a great example – we team up to help customers get great coverage and service. We all learned during Derecho that a human agent familiar with the area and the contractors in the area, is so important in a major disaster event, but it’s important if you ever have a claim. We are proud to work with local insurance agents!
- Iowa Finance Authority
The team at the Iowa Finance Authority is truly invaluable—helpful, knowledgeable, and dedicated to their work! They deserve recognition whenever possible, and we’re so grateful for our relationship with them and the privilege of being Iowa Finance Authority Preferred Lenders. We can’t say enough good things about this organization and the amazing people behind it!
- YOU!
If you’ve made it this far, we truly appreciate you and the interest you have in our business. We can’t do what we do without the support of this wonderful community and everyone in it! Thank YOU!!
Through trusted partnerships, dedicated team members, and the loyalty of our incredible customers, we’ve got something very special at RMN.
Between in-house expertise and genuine relationships, we are empowered to make the home-buying journey smoother, more personal, and always focused on our customers’ needs. Every day, we’re reminded how fortunate we are to do what we love and
to be part of a supportive, thriving community.