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Meet Jennifer Strickland, Loan Officer in Birmingham, AL
Hear from one of our top loan officers about why experienced loan officers choose Assurance!
Jennifer Strickland was no stranger to the mortgage industry when she joined in 2019. Coming from a bank environment where it was more about meeting quotas than learning and growing as a lender, Jennifer wanted to get back to the basics of residential lending – helping people and closing loans. With a reputation as a solid lender and a strong client base, she felt assured that Assurance would provide the support necessary to get every one of her loans to the closing table properly and on time.
Jennifer appreciates that the loan process is handled fully in-house and that she is continually learning and growing to become an even stronger lender and a better resource to her clients and referral partners. She says “There is a difference working with a smaller mortgage bank situation than a larger corporation. But on top of that, there is an Assurance Financial difference.”
The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way many do business – including the mortgage industry. But where other mortgage bankers have fallen short, we have thrived!
We are an independent mortgage banker and handle the full loan process in-house – from processing to underwriting, closing, and funding! While we have seen a mass influx of loan applications since the 1st quarter of 2020, it hasn’t stopped us from meeting our guarantee of closing on time, every time. Our back-office teams increased their hours and level of service, and thanks to the technology we implemented in 2018 and 2019, we are not only able to keep up, but still today we are beating the national average of “Time to Close” by 5 days or more!
Looking for a better way to do business? Reach out to our National Business Development Team today!
“At Assurance, we pride ourselves on finding the right people for all open positions and empowering them with the latest technology and training. We see our team as a family; at Assurance, you’re more than just an employee.”
– Scott Alexander: Director of Operations at Assurance Financial’s Branch Operations Division in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
From the beginning, Assurance Financial set out to be a different kind of mortgage company. One that not only celebrated our customers’ hopes and dreams of home ownership, but also connection – through our customers, our partners, one another, and our community. We are personally invested in each and every employee, and each and every employee is personally invested in providing first-class service to each and every customer.
Our Mission
We do more than help to buy a home; we serve to create a community.
Our Vision
Across industry channels, cultures and life stages, we couple technology-focused solutions with superior customer service to provide a seamless and enjoyable home buying experience that exceeds expectations.
“Hi, I’m Katelyn Hodges, Corporate Trainer and Loan Officer here at Assurance Financial.
I started with Assurance at the beginning of my career in the mortgage industry as a loan officer assistant. Over time, I transitioned into a loan officer role. After many years in this role, I realized that I was passionate about being a mentor for other loan officers, and with Assurance had the opportunity to become a corporate trainer for all of our new salespeople.
I’m the point person for every new hire from their first day on the job onward. Even after your initial training period, I am still available for any questions, and if I can’t answer them, will point you in the right direction.
My favorite part of being a corporate trainer here at Assurance is helping both new loan officers and veterans of the mortgage industry who are new to Assurance achieve their goals to become top earners, or simply to have a better understanding of the mortgage industry as a whole – which empowers them to grow their business.
Being a part of your success is the most rewarding part of my job.”
– Katelyn Hodges: Corporate Trainer/Loan Officer at Assurance Financial’s Branch Operations Division in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
“To successfully do my job, my department stays in close contact with the rest of the Assurance team. We are dedicated to finding the right people for our growing company – especially during these trying times.
To truly invest in each and every person who joins our team, our recruiting, licensing, training, and HR departments all work cohesively together as one team with one goal in mind: to support our new hires’ needs and goals and to make your transition both seamless and easy.
We want you to feel at home in your new role with our company. Reach out to our recruiting office today, and find out how Assurance can uniquely support you in your personal and professional goals.”
– Courtney Henson: HR Director at Assurance Financial’s Branch Operations Division in Baton Rouge, Louisiana