Savings Bank of Walpole Named Outstanding Participating Originator by New Hampshire Housing Finance Authority for Second Year in a Row

Keene, NH – Savings Bank of Walpole has been recognized, once again, by New Hampshire Housing Finance Authority (NHHFA) as an Outstanding Participating Originator for 2019.

Each year, NHHFA recognizes lenders and loan originators for their efforts in helping homebuyers across the state find affordable homes and loans.  

“Our top lenders and loan originators are key to supporting affordable housing opportunities for New Hampshire households,” noted Ignatius MacLellan, Managing Director of NHHFA’s Homeownership Division. “Their service to customers helps provide affordable mortgages that give borrowers the opportunity for successful homeownership.” 

NHHFA promotes, finances and supports affordable housing and operates a number of rental and homeownership programs designed to assist low- and moderate-income persons with obtaining affordable housing.

Since its inception, NHHFA has helped more than 50,000 families purchase their own homes and has been instrumental in financing the creation of almost 15,000 multi-family housing units.    

“We’re pleased that the Bank has been recognized by NHHFA as an Outstanding Participating Originator for the second year in a row,” says Mark Bodin, President for Savings Bank of Walpole.  “As a truly local bank, mortgage loan decisions are made right here and we’re always looking at ways we can better serve our customers and community.  The programs provided by New Hampshire Housing allow us to do just that.”

Founded in 1875, Savings Bank of Walpole is headquartered in Walpole and serves the Connecticut River Valley and Monadnock Regions of New Hampshire and Vermont from offices in Walpole and Keene. With assets totaling $460 million, the Bank offers a wide range of financial products, including services to individuals, businesses and organizations. The Bank is affiliated with NH Mutual Bancorp, further enhancing the quality products and services it provides to customers. The Bank’s SBW Wealth Management division offers financial planning services. Savings Bank of Walpole is an equal housing lender, and member of the FDIC.

For more information visit www.walpolebank.com or call (603) 352-1822.