Guaranteed Rate Affinity Welcomes Andy Ward as New Cottleville Originating Manager

Guaranteed Rate Affinity appoints Andy Ward as originating manager in Cottleville, MO, aiming to enhance client experiences with advanced technology and leadership.

Guaranteed Rate Affinity has made waves in the mortgage industry with the recent appointment of Andy Ward as the originating manager at their Cottleville, Missouri office.

Andy Ward’s Background

Bringing with him a wealth of experience, Ward’s 25-year career in the mortgage industry has honed his leadership skills and deepened his commitment to client service.

His decision to join Guaranteed Rate Affinity is fueled by the company’s focus on innovative technology and ambitious growth plans.

In his new role, Ward is particularly excited about the company’s advanced technology platform.

This system harnesses proprietary artificial intelligence and provides clients with access to over 2,000 mortgage choices.

He looks forward to guiding clients through the home-buying journey and is equally excited about helping referral partners thrive while promoting the GRA brand and his team in the coming year.

Leadership Support for Ward

The leadership at Guaranteed Rate Affinity is optimistic about Ward’s addition to the team.

Regional president Jon Stacy highlighted Ward’s enthusiasm for the mortgage industry and his commitment to enhancing customer satisfaction.

Ward’s extensive experience shines through in his professional approach, which has made his recruitment a welcomed development.

Before his current role, Ward spent seven years as a branch manager at New American Funding in St. Louis.

He has also held significant leadership roles at other recognized institutions, such as Wintrust Mortgage, PNC Mortgage, and Bank Star Mortgage.

Guaranteed Rate Affinity’s Growth

This latest strategic hire reflects Guaranteed Rate Affinity’s dedication to bolstering its leadership as they anticipate early 2025.

In recent months, the company welcomed key players, including Scott Throneberry, who joined in December as executive vice president for loan officer recruitment, and Mark Rawls, who stepped in as vice president of mortgage lending in North Carolina.

Founded in 2017 through a joint effort between Guaranteed Rate and Anywhere Real Estate, Guaranteed Rate Affinity has quickly established itself as a formidable player in the mortgage market.

The firm has funded over $100 billion in loans and operates 400 branches across all 50 states and Washington, D.C., leveraging cutting-edge natural language processing technology to enhance its services.

Source: Housingwire