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James Ward - Branch Manager | NMLS# 168854 in Houston, TX

James Ward

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Branch Manager | NMLS# 168854

Fairway Home Mortgage
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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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Contact Info
(713) 528-0333
Houston, TX
https://www.fairwayindependentmc.com/lo/james-ward-168854
https://fairway-homeloans.com
Location & Business Hours
Business Hours
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8:30 AM to 5 PM
Tues
8:30 AM to 5 PM
Wed
8:30 AM to 5 PM
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    Caridad B
    Waller, TX
    Posted on August 21st, 2020 07:18 PM
    Professional, courteous, and efficient. Made the process a breeze.
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    Sachin K
    Sugar Land, TX
    Posted on August 16th, 2020 08:32 PM
    James was great to work with and helped make the loan application process smooth.
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    Nina D
    Iowa Colony, TX
    Posted on August 16th, 2020 11:28 AM
    I’ve used James for 2 purchases and 1 refinance. Each time I experienced great communication and customer service. Everything needed to close was completed ahead of time and James does an excellent job of explaining any questions that arise....
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    Christopher M
    Houston, TX
    Posted on August 14th, 2020 01:00 PM
    Working with James and Fairway was very easy. James did a great job explaining the processes and details of the loan. Additionally, the pricing of the loan was great! Would definitely work with James again.
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    RION D
    Rosenberg, TX
    Posted on August 14th, 2020 12:13 PM
    A+ for quality of service, communication and knowledge.
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    Christina W
    Cypress, TX
    Posted on July 21st, 2020 06:03 PM
    I didn’t really have to do much, sent y’all information and you handled the rest! No negative experience from start to finish.
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    Jim W
    Cypress, TX
    Posted on July 21st, 2020 02:04 PM
    James and maya were awesome!!! As a Sales Manager for over 20 years, it’s my job to make every experience memorable. James made this such an awesome experience, him and his team were phenomenal. I would highly recommend them to anybody I know...
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    Lillian L
    The Woodlands, TX
    Posted on July 14th, 2020 09:05 PM
    He is profesional and assertive. Quick responses so it is not much waiting time between emails.
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    Brandon L
    Pearland, TX
    Posted on July 14th, 2020 05:53 PM
    James was very flexible in going through all of the possible scenarios with us as we went through the refinancing process. Thanks James!
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    John R
    Houston, TX
    Posted on July 13th, 2020 11:19 PM
    The loan process was efficient and drama-free, the way it should be.
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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 Advisor
      Jan 1st, 2004 - Current
    • Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp; NMLS #168854/#2289 - Mortgage Branch Manager/Residential Home Mortgage Lender/Residential Home Mortgage Advisor
      Jan 1st, 2004 - Current
    Memberships
    • AREAA Houston
    • NAIFA Houston
    • VNARP Houston Chapter
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    Addresses and Serving Areas
    Primary Serving Area
    League City, TX
    Other Serving Areas
    Baytown, TX
    Katy, TX
    Kingwood, TX
    Pearland, TX
    Bellaire,TX
    Houston,TX
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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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    Disclaimer
    Copyright©2025 Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation. NMLS#2289 (https://nmlsconsumeraccess.org/EntityDetails.aspx/company/2289). 4750 S. Biltmore Lane, Madison, WI 53718, 1-866-912-4800. Restrictions and limitations may apply. All rights reserved. Equal Housing Opportunity. Legal Disclosures: bit.ly/FIMCDisclosures