James Ward
Branch Manager | NMLS# 168854
James Ward is a nationally recognized mortgage loan officer, broker, and originator with 25+ years of experience serving all of Texas and Pennsylvania, including Houston and Pittsburgh. Founder of The Ward Group at Fairway Home Mortgage (fo... Show More
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No complaints at all. I felt completely handled with care and would highly recommend. Thankful to my realtor Terri Lyons and James and just team.
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November 18th, 2023 10:31 AM
Thank you for your kind words. It was an honor to assist you. Congratulations on your new home purchase and welcome to Houston!
Fairway Mortgage with James Ward leading the team was absolutely delightful to work with in every way. I would give them all 5 starts in leadership, project management, customer service, knowledge, courtesy, teamwork, professionalism, honesty,...
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September 27th, 2023 03:14 AM
Mary - thank you for your kind words. Your Reverse Mortgage will provide you the peace of mind for many years to come. Congratulations to you!
We used James Ward for the purchase of our first home years ago and we used him again for the purchase of our second home. James is very knowledgeable and handles everything promptly and professionally. It made the loan process a breeze and...
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September 27th, 2023 03:14 AM
Brittany - thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure assisting you and your family once again in the purchase of your new property in Houston TX
James Ward helped me and my family get our forever home after being in the market for awhile. James was patient, understanding, compassionate, and very knowledgeable. James explained how the whole home buying works to us first time buyers and...
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September 27th, 2023 03:14 AM
Hi Ana -- so glad to be able to assist you and your family in the purchase of your home. I appreciate your kind words. It was an honor to assist you in this exciting process of home ownership. Thank you for trusting me and my team in guiding...
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My husband and I had been looking for a home for over a year now due to unexpected moves to different cities. Throughout that entire process James and his team were there to provide us with quick and thorough information, and as first time...
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James was always responsive and informative. He was always on top of it and made the process a breeze.
Reply from James Ward
November 14th, 2022 06:22 PM
Delilah - Congratulations to you and your family on the purchase of your new custom built Coventry Homes and thank you for allowing us to be of assistance with the mortgage financing of your new home in Houston TX.
As a first time home buyer James and his team made my buying experience seamless and worry free. James was available around the clock to answer my questions and always took his time to explain concepts in a thorough manner. If you are looking...
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Reply from Owner
September 27th, 2023 03:14 AM
Hi Alan! I love hearing about my clients’ positive experiences! Thanks a million for the review — it means so much to me.
I would recommend James and team to anyone. His team is fast, on top of things, and has great communication. We went through the full approval process before we ever wrote an offer and this was the best experience I have ever had over many...
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September 27th, 2023 03:14 AM
Hi Tara! Thank you so much for the wonderful review! I love to hear it and am so grateful for you sharing your positive experience.
James and the folks at Fairway have been great! I have closed several loans with James now, and I feel very comfortable with referring my clients to him. The attention to detail and commitment to excellent communication that my clients receive...
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September 27th, 2023 03:14 AM
Hershel - thank you for your kind words and entrusting our Team to the care of your client's mortgage needs for their new home purchase.
James Is very professional, very informative, & displays excellent attitude & great Customer service!!! He was not able to help me due to my business income scenario. Yet he did everything he could to get me to the right referral for the type...
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September 27th, 2023 03:14 AM
Tim - thank you so much for your kind words. Hope it all works out for you and again -- thank you for your service to our great Country!
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About
James Ward is a nationally recognized mortgage loan officer, broker, and originator with 25+ years of experience serving all of Texas and Pennsylvania, including Houston and Pittsburgh. Founder of The Ward Group at Fairway Home Mortgage (formerly Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp), he ranks among the Top 1% of Mortgage Originators in America. James has earned hundreds of verified 5-star reviews on Google, Zillow, Experience.com, and other social platforms, making him one of the most trusted names in mortgage lending. He specializes in jumbo and luxury loans, first-time buyers, relocation, new construction, renovation loans, investment property financing, and reverse mortgages for seniors (HECM), collaborating with top real estate agents, financial advisors, estate attorneys, and CPAs to align mortgage solutions and wealth strategies for his clients.
Products & Services
Mortgage Loan Officer
FHA Home Loan
VA Home Loan
Jumbo Home Loan
Conventional Home Loan
Home Renovation Loan
Mortgage Refinance
Specialities
Conventional Loans
FHA Loans
VA Loans
USDA Loans
Jumbo Loans
Adjustable-Rate Mortgages (ARMs)
Fixed-Rate Mortgages
Reverse Mortgages
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Positions
- Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp; NMLS #168854/#2289 - Home Mortgage Planning Specialist/Residential Home Mortgage Planner/Residential HomeMortgage AdvisorJan 1st, 2004 - Current
- Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp; NMLS #168854/#2289 - Mortgage Branch Manager/Residential Home Mortgage Lender/Residential Home Mortgage AdvisorJan 1st, 2004 - Current
Memberships
- AREAA Houston
- NAIFA Houston
- VNARP Houston Chapter
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Year Started
2004
Time Zone
Central Standard Time (CST)
Licenses
- NMLS# 168854/#2289
Awards
Achievements
- Voted Top 1% of Mortgage Originators by Mortgage Executive Magazine; Fairway Independent Mortgage Prestigious Presidents Club and Fairway Club; Certified Mortgage Planner; Reverse Mortgage Planner; Certified Military Mortgage Specialist
Hobbies
- Krav Maga
- Outdoors
- Travel
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4750 S. Biltmore Lane, Madison, WI 53718, 1-866-912-4800. Restrictions and limitations may apply. All rights reserved. Equal Housing Opportunity.
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