Mortgage Network, Inc., one of the largest independent mortgage lenders in the eastern U.S., announced Aaron Benton has joined the company's Hilton Head, S.C., and branch as a loan officer. In his new role, Benton will help area residents throughout the Low Country region fulfill their home buying or refinancing goals, the company announced in a release.
Benton is a recent graduate of Mortgage Network's Mortgage Banker in Training (MBIT) program, which enables highly motivated loan officer candidates to learn all aspects of the mortgage business, the release stated.
"As a former teacher and coach in our public schools, Aaron knows the Hilton Head community inside and out," David Crowell, senior regional manager with Mortgage Network, said in the release. "With his gift for numbers and genuine interest in helping people, he's perfectly suited for educating home buyers and homeowners about their financing decisions. We couldn't be happier to welcome him aboard."
Benton said that the South Carolina Low Country has become a sought-after place to buy a home.
"Our beloved Low Country area is no longer a secret," he said. "The word is out that we're growing and becoming a more and more desirable place to live. If you are thinking about buying a home, now is a great time to speak to a trusted, qualified mortgage professional about your options.
"The good news is there are an increasing number of financing programs available for all types of buyers," Benton added. "Plus, the Mortgage Network team can tailor loans to fit almost anyone's needs."