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

James Ward

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Branch Manager | NMLS# 168854

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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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8:30 AM to 5 PM
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    Ricardo G
    Houston, TX
    Posted on June 6th, 2020 02:11 PM
    Your communication was excellent and your team made us feel always genuinely cared for!You never over promised, but you certainly over delivered. This is the second time we use your services and we are convinced that your team is the best there...
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    Christopher N
    The Woodlands, TX
    Posted on June 3rd, 2020 02:28 AM
    I have done multiple purchases and a refinance with James and each experience has been great. I appreciate the information and time given to me each time since we usually have a lot of questions and want to review multiple scenarios. I highly...
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    Kristi H
    Houston, TX
    Posted on June 1st, 2020 06:32 PM
    After having an excellent experience with James when buying our first home, it was an easy decision to work with him again when we were ready to refinance. He answered all of our questions and provided helpful information so we could make the...
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    Linda R
    Spring, TX
    Posted on May 29th, 2020 04:41 AM
    As a first time buyer and doing it on my own it seemed scary but James and his team made me feel at ease. They offered honest and genuine advice, I love my new home.
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    Stephanie M
    Houston, TX
    Posted on May 28th, 2020 02:49 PM
    James kept us informed and was patient when answering questions. He was flexible about times we were available to talk and made a virtual closing possible for us. So convenient!
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    Kyana M
    Missouri City, TX
    Posted on May 28th, 2020 04:36 AM
    James and Maya are both awesome. No complaints!
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    Amber F
    Channelview, TX
    Posted on May 27th, 2020 04:51 PM
    Communication was great. They answered all my questions and responded to all my emails and phone calls quickly.
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    Michael L
    Houston, TX
    Posted on May 27th, 2020 02:46 PM
    James acted quickly to process my application and close the loan. He also communicated well and responded quickly to any of my questions.
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    Jamie D
    Rosenberg, TX
    Posted on May 27th, 2020 12:04 AM
    James and his team at Fairway really impressed! From the moment we engaged this lending company, we were treated with the utmost customer service and prompt turnaround on responses. The sell/purchase of our home was absolutely seamless and...
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    Tin P
    Missouri City, TX
    Posted on May 24th, 2020 05:30 PM
    James and Maya took care of us and took time to explain the process. Communication was clear and consistent.
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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

    Year Started

    2004

    Time Zone

    Central Standard Time (CST)
    Licenses
    • NMLS# 168854/#2289
    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