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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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We had a great experience working with Michael Novotny and truly appreciate all the work he put into helping us with our home loan. He made sure we understood what was happening at every step of the process, and was always available to answer...
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Reply from Michael Novotny
March 4th, 2022 11:56 AM
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review. It really means a lot to me and my team. I particularly like seeing that you felt educated and that the process felt easy because we regularly fine-time our processes so that we can...
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Novotny Lending is a world class team! The team handled our ReFi with well-oiled precision and comfortably led us through what could have been a laborious process. They were flexible and dynamic. They took a holistic view of our financial situation...
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Reply from Owner
July 8th, 2022 11:30 AM
Awesome family and clients. Can't wait to see what your new kitchen looks like in person too. Thanks for trusting our team with your refinance and cheers to many glorious family dinners in your refreshed space.
The Novotny Lending Team is amazing! My recent experience as a first-time homebuyer was seamless and pain free. Kevin Fawley, my officer, was professional yet personable, which has been hard to find during this pandemic. Kevin was definitely...
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Reply from Owner
March 22nd, 2022 03:14 PM
Hey Tay & Troy - thank you so much for all of your hard work and trust throughout the process!! You are wonderful clients and even better people. We wish you all the best in your new home!! All the love!!
Thanks!
Kevin
Working with Michael and the Novotny Lending Team was very reassuring and eased a lot of the stress that we were facing during the time of a refinance. Michael was responsive, accommodating, and extremely reliable when it came to communication...
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March 1st, 2022 12:11 PM
Thank you for these kind words Jessica. I know how important it was for the house to remain within your family so I am glad that I was able to figure-out an outside the box path forward. It re-assuring to me and my team to hear words like “responsive”,...
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I along with my girlfriend were first time home buyers and Michael and his team helped us every step of the way and made it truly a much more simple process that we thought it would be. We would definitely recommend them to any home buyer.
Reply from Owner
February 28th, 2022 01:16 AM
Eddie,I really appreciate you taking the time to write a review. You and Lori did an excellent job of asking questions so that you could execute the strategies necessary to win in this market. I am very excited for the two of you and I am grateful...
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Michael is always wonderful to work with. Communicative, personal, and makes you feel taken care of. We are so grateful for his assistance and wonderful company! Highly recommend!
Reply from Owner
February 28th, 2022 01:17 AM
Meggie,Thank you so much for returning to me and my team for your refinance needs. It is always a pleasure helping out a military family and I am glad that you felt properly taken care-of throughout the process.-Michael NovotnySenior Loan Officer...
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Jeff with the Novotny Lending Team made the lending process completely manageable for my wife and I. As first time homebuyers, we had dozens of questions and he worked closely with us providing understanding of the entire loan process. We got...
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Reply from Owner
July 8th, 2022 11:31 AM
So thrilled that we got connected by your agents. You and your wife were amazing to get to know. It was great meeting you over Zoom to talk strategy and get you prepared for your offer. Your new home is wonderful and will be the perfect place...
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Mike was a pleasure to work with! He was very responsive and communicative, which made for a smooth process!
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February 9th, 2022 02:17 AM
Britney,Thank you so much taking the time to write a review. It was my pleasure to assist with your first investment purchase. It is amazing that you managed to buy into equity considering the market. Congrats again!-Michael NovotnySenior Loan...
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Working with Jeff and his team was fantastic. They are exceptional and make the entire process so easy. They dealt with every enquiry I had, provided sound advice, acted very quickly to secure our house and gave feedback throughout. I would...
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Reply from Owner
February 2nd, 2022 07:53 PM
Thanks so much for the amazing opporutnity to help you and your family out with your loan. Congratulations.
My wife and I worked with Michael Novotny on the loan for our first home. He was fantastic to work with! He took the time to walk us through the process and answer every question we had. He made the entire process simple and easy. 5/5 stars
Reply from Michael Novotny
January 31st, 2022 08:50 PM
Thanks for taking the time to write this review. It really means a lot to me and my team. Timing could not have been better for you and Jordan as both interest rates and the market seemed to escalate quickly soon-after you locked. Congrats...
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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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