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John E Hester - National Mortgage Loan Officer - Physician & Portfolio Specialist in Wilmington, NC

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For over 30 years, John Hester has worked with a full spectrum of home buyers with a focus on helping Physicians and borrowers needing jumbo mortgages. Whether you are active duty military, civilian, a seasoned investor or a first-time hom... Show More
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    Tim J
    Posted on May 29th, 2026 10:16 PM
    John Hestor @ first national bank did an amazing job making our construction loan happen. After we had a bad experience with a rival bank, southern bank, we were referred to John and his bank. The process and everything went so smoothly and...
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    Memu I K
    Posted on May 29th, 2026 02:16 PM
    John was really great! From the beginning, he made sure he was available whenever I had any questions and needed more information. I appreciated this because I work shift schedule so my availability was usually in the evening and was still...
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    Yaiko B
    Posted on May 28th, 2026 07:44 PM
    John Hester has been an incredible lender to work with throughout multiple transactions. He’s reliable, communicative, and always willing to go the extra mile to help get deals closed smoothly. One thing I really appreciate is how well he educates...
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    Matt C
    Posted on May 28th, 2026 02:27 PM
    John E Hester his team has been great to work with they have help me pursue and fulfill my draft
    Reply from John E Hester
    May 28th, 2026 03:03 PM
    Thanks, Matt! It was a pleasure to work with you and your builder using our one-time close Construction Loan Program. I'm very happy that you enjoyed your experience.
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    Thomas S
    Posted on October 7th, 2025 05:15 PM
    I couldn’t recommend John Hester more highly. His help getting a cash out refinance pre-approval for my elderly mother and moving the process extremely quickly to try to meet an urgent deadline for full approval was absolutely fantastic. My...
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    Reply from John E Hester
    May 27th, 2026 06:38 PM
    Thomas, thank you so much for your kind words. It was a pleasure to help your mom and I greatly appreciated your assistance. Wishing you and your family all the very best!
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    Elvismarisa
    North Olmsted, OH
    Posted on October 29th, 2023 12:00 AM
    John was extremely helpful with the purchase of our new home. This was our first home purchase. John helped guide us through the whole home loan process and gave us excellent advice. He was very honest and always answered our calls. We highly...
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    Reply from Owner
    April 26th, 2024 12:00 AM
    Elvis, thank you for your very kind words! It was a great pleasure working with you throughout the home buying process. Thank you so much for your kind referral. Wish you all the best and hope you're enjoying your home.
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    Jessica K
    Vancouver, WA
    Posted on January 2nd, 2018 12:00 AM
    We were deep into another lender where we got nothing but excuses and delays, culminating in me jumping on Zillow the night before Thanksgiving to find ANY lender that could help me. I read the “quick close” reviews and knew John was going...
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    Mikee J
    Lilburn, GA
    Posted on December 28th, 2017 12:00 AM
    I started my mortgage mortgage process on 11/13... closed 11/27 after a month in my new home which was a excess of 500k. I have not had any problems. Im so thankful for John. Low initial cost low closing cost minimal down payment and quick...
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    Cpgolfs2
    Bradenton, FL
    Posted on August 19th, 2017 12:00 AM
    John was GREAT. Found us a low down payment Jumbo mortgage at really great rates. And was able to get the loan closed in 18 days. Highly recommend him.
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    Michaels23
    Westfield, NJ
    Posted on April 5th, 2017 12:00 AM
    John was incredibly professional and helpful with our jumbo mortgage with a low down payment. He made the full capabilities and resources of his team available to us, which made the entire process seamless. We would not hesitate to use him...
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    About
    For over 30 years, John Hester has worked with a full spectrum of home buyers with a focus on helping Physicians and borrowers needing jumbo mortgages. Whether you are active duty military, civilian, a seasoned investor or a first-time home buyer, you can count on John to deliver excellent service and communication. Truist has some of the best programs and lowest rates for Physicians (MD, DO, DPM, DMD, DDS) Eligibility: *Licensed Residents, Interns, and Fellows in MD, DO, and DPM programs. *Licensed Physicians and Dentists (MD, DO, DDS, DMD, DPM) who have completed their training within the last 15 years. *Doctors with more than fifteen years post training need to be a client of, or belong to a practice that is a client of Truist Wealth. During internship, residency, and fellowship in MD, DO, and DPM programs: 100% LTV to $1M Fewer than 10 years since completion of training (residency or fellowship): *100% LTV to $1M *95% LTV to $1.5M *89.99% LTV to $2M Last year of medical school and waiting for match day? We can discuss your eligibility under this program. Qualifying with student loans? We understand and can help. Starting a new job and need to find a house? We allow closing up to 90 days prior to start date. Advantages of Doctor Loans: Fixed or adjustable-rate options What you'll need to consider: Loans are available in select states (Alabama, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia and Washington, DC) and require a banking relationship. Loans available in many other states with prior 1 year banking relationship. State law may put further restrictions on maximum loan-to-value ratio Adjustable-rate mortgages have interest rates that may increase during the life of the loan A down payment may be required if the property is located in a declining market Buying a New Home from a Builder? Everyone has dreamed of owning a brand new home. Whether you are selecting a home in a new development or interviewing builders that offer custom build turnkey sales, we offer options that will help both you and your builder relax with our extended rate locks. Doctor Loan: lock a fixed or adjustable rate loan for 6 months, 9 months or 12 months. VA, conventional, or FHA (at or below the conforming loan limit): lock a fixed rate loan for 6 months, 9 months or 12 months What if rates drop after your lock? Ask John about your options to Float Down under the extended lock options. Call John anytime for more details.
    Products & Services
    Mortgage Loan Officer
    FHA Home Loan
    VA Home Loan
    Jumbo Home Loan
    Home Renovation Loan
    Mortgage Refinance
    Medical Professional Mortgages
    Investor Mortgages
    Mortgage for Foreign Nationals
    Specialities
    Doctor Home Loan, Jumbo, Construction, VA, FHA, USDA, Conventional, & Lot Loan Programs
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    Positions
    • First National Bank of PA - Mortgage Loan Officer
      Dec 13th, 2023 - Current
    Addresses and Serving Areas
    Primary Serving Area

    Year Started

    1864

    Time Zone

    Eastern Standard Time (EST)
    Licenses
    • NMLS# 126852
    Hobbies
    • Fishing, walking, violin, boating, wood working
    • Fishing, walking, boating, violin, and house projects.