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PHFA Celebrates Its Top Lending Partners for 2025

The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) recently held its annual Homeownership Awards event, honoring its top lending partners for the year 2025. This distinguished ceremony took place at the agency's headquarters in Harrisburg, where the remarkable contributions of various lenders in assisting families achieve the dream of homeownership in Pennsylvania were recognized.

This year, PHFA partnered with a network of 85 lenders who guided homebuyers through the critical processes of application, processing, and closing for affordable PHFA home loans. The collaborative efforts of these lenders have played an essential role in providing access to affordable housing across the Commonwealth, making a significant impact on many lives.

Achievements in 2025

In 2025, these lending partners collectively assisted 6,867 families in purchasing homes throughout Pennsylvania. The collaboration resulted in PHFA disbursing over $1.5 billion in loans, empowering countless individuals to turn their homeownership dreams into reality.

During the awards event, PHFA’s Executive Director and CEO, Robin Wiessmann, expressed deep appreciation for the efforts made by these lenders. She emphasized the critical role that lending partners play in facilitating affordable housing options and helping residents transition from renting to owning their homes. "Without our lending partners, PHFA couldn't accomplish its mission," Wiessmann stated. "They are instrumental in delivering opportunities for homeownership to our residents. We are proud to honor their outstanding achievements."

The agency presented awards to notable lenders, recognizing excellence in various categories, highlighting outstanding production and exceptional service. The top ten performing lenders were honored as follows:
1. CrossCountry Mortgage
2. Mortgage America
3. Guild Mortgage Company
4. Guaranteed Rate
5. CMG Mortgage
6. Howard Hanna Financial Services
7. Prosperity Home Mortgage
8. Ixonia Bank
9. PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company
10. Guaranteed Rate Affinity

Specialized Awards

In addition to the main awards, excellence was recognized in specialized categories as well:

• - Most Keystone Advantage Assistance Loans: Ixonia Bank
• - Most PennVest Loan Production: American Bank
• - Most Loans to Minorities: CrossCountry Mortgage
• - Most Loans to Veterans: CrossCountry Mortgage
• - Most Keystone Forgivable in Ten Years Loans: CrossCountry Mortgage
• - Most New Construction Loans: CMG Mortgage
• - Best Quality Pre-Closing Submissions: Howard Hanna Financial Services
• - Best Quality Purchase Submissions: Guaranteed Rate
• - Top Realtor: Marco Troche of RE/MAX Affiliates

About PHFA

The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency plays a pivotal role in providing affordable housing options for older adults, low- to moderate-income families, and individuals with special housing needs. PHFA promotes economic development throughout the state by managing meticulous mortgage programs and investing in multifamily housing developments. Established in 1972, the agency has generated over $20.1 billion in funding for more than 210,310 home mortgage loans and has significantly contributed to local housing initiatives.

The funds required for PHFA programs and operations are primarily sourced from the sale of securities and fees paid by program users, ensuring that public tax dollars are not used. The agency is governed by a 14-member board, showcasing a commitment to responsible and effective management of resources.

This awards ceremony not only celebrates the achievements of lending partners but also highlights the overall commitment of PHFA in striving to improve the habitat conditions and opportunities for homeownership in Pennsylvania.