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Jeffrey Novotny at First Heritage Mortgage - ...
VP, Producing Branch Manager | NMLS ID #1415391


University of Maryland
Our team loves working with clients to develop effective home buying strategies, which is critical in the hyper-competitive & hyper-local DMV real estate market. Our team says it all the time that although every client we work with has the ... Show More
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In this crazy market, we really appreciated Jeff and his team - the process was very pain-less (this is our second home-buying experience and this is by FAR much smoother and less headache-inducing!) and we closed very quickly. Jeff and his...
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Being first time home buyers, we didn’t know where to start, we got Michael’s information through our realtor. He answered ALL the mortgage questions we had and explained things very thoroughly! He really does some amazing work! Wouldn’t have...
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Reply from Owner
May 26th, 2022 03:19 PM
Thank you, thank you, thank you! I encourage all the questions because that is the first sign of engaged buyers. Good thing we locked in your rate months ago; we knew the rates would go up, but not like this. Congrats again to you and Chris...
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Being first time home buyers, we didn’t know where to start, we got Michael’s information through our realtor. He answered ALL the mortgage questions we had and explained things very thoroughly! He really does some amazing work! Wouldn’t have...
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Reply from Michael Novotny
May 26th, 2022 03:19 PM
Thank you, thank you, thank you! I encourage all the questions because that is the first sign of engaged buyers. Good thing we locked in your rate months ago; we knew the rates would go up, but not like this. Congrats again to you and Chris...
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Highly recommend this team!! My partner and I worked with Michael Novotny, and let me tell you we got lucky! He exceeded our expectations, answered our questions quickly and efficiently, and really helped us through the process of obtaining...
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Reply from Owner
May 24th, 2022 02:30 PM
Maria & Jose,It is always an interesting scenario when you are first connected to a customer when they are 1) under contract and 2) the former lender advised that they need $10,000 more than originally estimated. This is where product diversity...
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Our experience of purchasing a home was made infinitely easier with the Novotny Lending Team as our lender. During a process that turned out to be more fast paced than we anticipated, Kevin Fawley was exceptionally professional and extremely...
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Reply from Owner
June 15th, 2022 02:25 PM
Albert - you and Krista were dream clients! It was wonderful getting to know your family and collaborate on the purchase of you new home! All the best and we're here if you ever need anything! :)
Thanks!
Kevin Fawley
Loan Officer
Jeff and his team are the best, We never thought it was possible, but He made it happen even after another lending team said no!! we are homeowners!!! Woohoo! They do the work needed and help you achieve your goal! His system is user friendly...
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Reply from Owner
July 8th, 2022 11:23 AM
Joyce & Carlos, I don't know if there is a more rewarding loan that our team has done this year. You both had to work diligently to get to a point where purchasing your first home was possible. The hard work paid off as we developed a great...
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I worked with Kevin and my experience was great! He made everything smooth. He even made me aware of grant money which I qualified for which was great help to me. I will work with him and George Mason Mortgage in the future.
Reply from Owner
June 15th, 2022 02:30 PM
Thank you so much Jamal!! Amazing that you were able to utilize our Welcome Home Grant Program!! Enjoy your new home!
Thanks!
Kevin Fawley
Loan Officer
Working with Michael, our loan officer, and his team was such a pleasant experience. Michael is dependable, knowledgeable and always quick to respond to our inquiries. We appreciate his top notch customer service, insights and ability to deliver....
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Reply from Owner
May 6th, 2022 04:02 AM
Thank you Erick. It means a lot to me to read words like “quick to respond” and “top notch customer service” because I am big on delivering on the things that you can control: responsiveness and service being two of those things.-MichaelSenior...
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Michael and his team were absolutely amazing to work with. Michael helped me throughout the entire financing process and helped make my experience seamless. He made sure that I got the best rate on my home and educated me through the way. If...
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Reply from Michael Novotny
April 27th, 2022 01:38 AM
Thank you Lexi! It means a lot that you took the time to post a Review. I am excited to see all of your plans for the house unfold. I saw your post of the private beach for the community - that really is amazing.
Michael and his team were absolutely amazing to work with. Michael helped me throughout the entire financing process and helped make my experience seamless. He helped to get the best rate on my home and educated me through the way. If you’re...
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Reply from Owner
April 27th, 2022 02:21 AM
Lexi,Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review. I feel like the word “seamless” gets overused but intend to agree that this particular transaction lives-up to the word. I think this all stems from making sure that all components...
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Our team loves working with clients to develop effective home buying strategies, which is critical in the hyper-competitive & hyper-local DMV real estate market. Our team says it all the time that although every client we work with has the same goal of leveraging our capital to purchase their next home, the strategy we use for each client is unique, tailored, and customized based on their personal need.
Whether you are buying your first home, right-sizing now that the kids are gone, building your real estate investment portfolio, navigating the jumbo luxury market, renovating your home, or working with a developer to build your dream home, Our Team is Here to Help!
Products & Services
Mortgage Loan Officer
FHA Home Loan
VA Home Loan
Jumbo Home Loan
Mortgage Refinance
Specialities
First Time Home Buyers
Down Payment Assistance Programs
Residential Purchase Mortgage
Residential Refinance Mortgage
Cash Out Refinance for Home Improvement
Cash Out Refinance for Debt Consolidation
VA Home Loan
USDA Home Loan
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Education
- University of MarylandPolitical Science and GovernmentBachelor of Arts (BA)Sep 2001 -May 2005

Positions
- First Heritage Mortgage - Novotny Lending Team - VP - Producing Branch ManagerMar 15th, 2024 - Current
- George Mason Mortgage - Novotny Lending Team - Team Leader I Sr Loan OfficerDec 4th, 2015 - Mar 15th, 2024
Memberships
- Children's Miracle Network Lender Program
- Greater Capital Area Association of Realtors (GCAAR)
- Frederick County Association of Realtors (FCAR)
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Year Started
2016
Time Zone
Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Licenses
- NMLS ID #1415391
Awards
Achievements
- - Top 1% Mortgage Loan Originators in America 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
- - Washingtonian Magazine Top Mortgage Professional 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
- - Mortgage News Daily Top Mortgage Producer 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
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Hobbies
- Spending time with family and friends
- Coaching youth soccer
- Traveling with family and friends
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