Syd Howel
Loan Officer | NMLS# 658884
Georgia State University
At Fairway, we are dedicated to finding great rates and loan options for our clients while offering some of the fastest turn times in the industry. Our goal is to act as a trusted advisor, providing highly personalized service and helping y... Show More
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Syd made the refinancing process quick and easy. She collected all relevant information efficiently, contacted and coordinated all parties in a focused direction and effectively delivered final documentation for review and approvals. I feel...
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She took care of me
Reply from Syd Howel
September 14th, 2026 01:45 PM
Thank you! I'm so glad I could be there to help. I appreciate your trust and am grateful I had the opportunity to be part of your journey. Wishing you all the best!
Syd Howel has received a review with 5 star rating from Jose G
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September 14th, 2026 01:56 PM
Thank you so much for the 5 stars! I'm grateful for the opportunity to help you along the way. It was a pleasure working with you, and I wish you all the best moving forward!
Very timely and effective. Had good communication.
Reply from Syd Howel
September 14th, 2026 01:58 PM
Thank you so much! I'm glad I could make the process smooth and keep you updated along the way. I appreciate your trust and the opportunity to work with you. It was a pleasure helping you!
Communication, friendly, devoted, Good customer service, and patient.
Syd Howel has received a review with 5 star rating from Tamarah R
Reply from Owner
January 6th, 2026 12:17 AM
Thank you so much for the 5-star rating! I truly appreciate your support and am glad you had a great experience throughout the home loan process. I’m always here if you need anything in the future.
Communication. Helpful tidbits.
Reply from Syd Howel
January 5th, 2026 08:45 PM
It's great to know the communication and helpful insights were valuable to you, Tamarah. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. If you have any further questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out anytime.
Truly,
Syd
I've used Fairway Independent Mortgage twice personally and have referred clients as well since 2015. Best all around service, hands down!
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October 14th, 2025 05:07 PM
Adrienne, thank you for being such a loyal supporter over the years — and for trusting me and my team with your own loans and your referrals. That kind of confidence means everything. I am so grateful for you and honored to keep being part...
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What made the experience GREAT was that Mrs. Syd Howel found the best loan options to meet my immediate refinance needs. She found options that were afforable and that made sense financially. I great appreciate her wealth of knowledge and expertise...
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Reply from Syd Howel
September 16th, 2025 03:12 PM
Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback, Winifred. You are always a pleasure to work with. It’s satisfying to know that you found the loan options I presented beneficial for your refinancing needs. Navigating the complexities of home...
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Honesty, friendly, People person. Professional
Reply from Syd Howel
September 16th, 2025 03:14 PM
Thank you for the kind words, Lillie. It's great to know you appreciated my approach, and you were wonderful to work with. If you ever need assistance again in the future, I'm here to help.
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At Fairway, we are dedicated to finding great rates and loan options for our clients while offering some of the fastest turn times in the industry. Our goal is to act as a trusted advisor, providing highly personalized service and helping you through every step of the loan process. It’s all designed to exceed expectations, provide satisfaction and earn trust. Since opening our doors 25 years ago, our team has helped thousands of Americans achieve their dream of homeownership. Fairway is a full-service mortgage lender based in Madison, Wisconsin, and Carrollton, Texas, with more than 7,900 team members and 700 branches nationwide. Fairway funded $72.5 billion in 2021. For more information, go to fairwayindependentmc.com
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Education
- Georgia State UniversityUrban Studies/AffairsBachelor of Science (BS)
Positions
- Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp - Loan OfficerFeb 6th, 2012 - Current
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Year Started
1986
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Eastern Standard Time (EST)
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- NMLS# 658884
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- Gardening, Cooking, Baking, Yoga, Travel, Walking
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