Acknowledging Excellence in Housing Finance
The Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation (TSAHC) has made a remarkable impact on homeownership in recent years, assisting thousands of families in their journey toward buying homes. In 2024, TSAHC played a vital role in helping over 8,725 households purchase their dream homes in partnership with an extensive network of mortgage companies and loan officers.
Significant Contributions to Home Loans
TSAHC successfully provided $2 billion in mortgage loans along with $76.8 million in down payment assistance during the past year. These efforts significantly eased the financial burden for home buyers, making properties more accessible to many families. An impressive feature of TSAHC’s assistance program includes the Mortgage Credit Certificate, which offers a substantial tax relief to qualifying first-time home buyers, allowing them to save on federal income taxes annually.
Recognizing Top Loan Officers of 2024
This year, TSAHC recognizes the outstanding achievements of loan officers who have gone above and beyond to assist home buyers. With over 2,952 loan officers involved, the competition is fierce, but three remarkable individuals stood out for their exceptional service:
Dina Pierson
Dina Pierson of Supreme Lending facilitated the purchase of homes for 78 families in 2024, generating over $22 million in mortgage loans. This marks her second consecutive year as a top loan officer with TSAHC, demonstrating her commitment to assisting home buyers across the state.
Yesenia Castaneda
Yesenia Castaneda from Town Square Mortgage helped 76 families realize their homeownership dreams, originating more than $20 million in loans. This is her first time recognized as a top TSAHC loan officer, and she serves as a resource for buyers throughout Texas.
Clarissa Hernandez
Clarissa Hernandez from Waterstone Mortgage assisted 75 home buyers, facilitating loans totaling more than $19 million. This is her inaugural year receiving this honored recognition, and she proudly supports buyers, especially those in the Austin area.
Top Mortgage Companies in 2024
Alongside individual recognitions, TSAHC also honors the top three mortgage companies that participated in its home buyer programs. Their contributions were significant and noteworthy:
Everett Financial, Inc. dba Supreme Lending
Supreme Lending led with an outstanding service record, assisting 622 home buyers with a total of $161.6 million in mortgage loans.
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation supported 534 families, attributing to a total of $126.7 million in mortgage loans.
CMG Home Loans
CMG Home Loans also played a pivotal role, helping 450 families secure their homes with loans amounting to $109.3 million.
The Continuous Mission of TSAHC
TSAHC President David Long articulated the organization's gratitude toward its collaborative efforts with lenders: “Our impressive network enables TSAHC to remain one of the top-performing housing finance agencies nationwide. Our outreach allowed over 8,700 Texans to attain their goals of homeownership, reflecting the strength and dedication of both our partners and our TSAHC team.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is TSAHC's mission?
The Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation aims to meet the housing needs of underserved Texans through innovative programs and solutions.
How many families did TSAHC assist in 2024?
TSAHC helped over 8,725 households purchase their homes in 2024.
What types of assistance does TSAHC offer?
TSAHC provides mortgage loans, down payment assistance, and Mortgage Credit Certificates to eligible home buyers.
Who were the top loan officers recognized by TSAHC?
The top loan officers in 2024 were Dina Pierson, Yesenia Castaneda, and Clarissa Hernandez.
What role do mortgage companies play in TSAHC programs?
Mortgage companies and loan officers facilitate awareness and assist buyers in completing their mortgage applications, essential for accessing TSAHC’s programs.
