About Marvin Marcellus

  • My job is part educator, part strategist, and part financial translator. I walk clients through every step. I’m fast with responses, clear with guidance, and I never leave people guessing where things stand.


    I work with all kinds of people: first-time buyers, growing families, real estate agents trying to win offers, and even people relocating across the country. I make deal easier, not more complicated.


    You’ll find me working throughout Brentwood, Franklin, Nolensville, and Spring Hill. When I'm not in the office structuring loans, I'm out meeting agents for coffee, walking homes with buyers, or volunteering with local groups that promote homeownership and financial literacy.


    Let’s build something lasting one conversation, one home, one relationship at a time.

  • Top Rated
    Mortgage Lender

    4.9/5 Based on 269,421 Reviews


    You're In Good Hands!

    5/5 Based on 4 reviews
    5/5

    Sean

    Transaction Completed:
    10/3/2025

    "The entire team made my first home buying experience very easy and stress free. The entire team was always available to answer questions or guide me along the way."

    Fayetteville, PA
    5/5

    Amy Phath

    Transaction Completed:
    7/23/2025

    "Marvin is very professional and easy to talk he make you feel comfortable. He will go above and beyond for his clients. I trusted him throughout my journey, and it was a smooth process. I highly recommend him if you're looking for a home or for any loan."

    5/5

    Joellen

    Transaction Completed:
    7/23/2025

    "Marvin was great at clearly explaining every step of the process and keeping the client and everyone involved in the transaction updated. Very smooth process."

    Philadelphia, PA
    5/5

    Amy

    Transaction Completed:
    7/23/2025

    "what made it so great was process throughout the whole thing was smooth. Everyone was on point what they were doing Marvin explain every step of the way and broke down what I need to know and answered all my questions. Marvin helped me so much to make this all happen for me and I really apprieaciate Marvin and Tonya for helping me throughout the journey of becoming a home owner!"

    Philadelphia, PA

    Loan Products

    Every story of home buying is unique, we offer a variety of loans to meet our clients' needs.

    Pathway to HomeOwnership

    Are you Ready?


    At New American Funding, we believe that every person deserves a clear path to achieving their dream of homeownership. So, we created the Pathway to Homeownership initiative to alleviate some of your financial worries.


    What is the Pathway to

    Homeownership Initiative?


    The Pathway to Homeownership offers qualified borrowers in select areas up to $6,000 in assistance. These funds are not a loan that needs to be repaid and are available to first-time homebuyers in designated areas.

    This program can also potentially be combined with other down payment assistance programs to offer you even more support as you build the life of your dreams.

    Contact me today for more information!

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    Company Culture

    NAF360 is our commitment to 360 degrees of trust and respect

    NAF360 is our strength of character. It starts with each of us and flows from one person to another. It’s the trust we build with our clients, an understanding we’re here to help. It’s our ongoing contributions to the local community, the assurance we extend a helping hand. NAF360 is felt in our offices, transmitted in every call, evident in every referral, and shines brightly in countless glowing reviews.

    Meet The Team

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    Our Mission and Vision

    Our Mission: To stand with the Black community by engaging with Black employees and consumers, offering ongoing cultural competency training, acknowledging historical challenges and systemic barriers faced by Black individuals, and using intentional language in our marketing efforts to empower Black clients in achieving homeownership.

    Our Vision:
    To shape a diverse and inclusive landscape for homeownership. Black Impact represents our commitment to taking direct, action-oriented steps to address credit accessibility and promote sustainable and equitable homeownership for Black individuals and communities. We recognize and celebrate the resilience, creativity, and leadership of Black communities in overcoming systemic obstacles and discrimination. By 2028, NAF is committed to providing $20 billion in home loans to the Black community.

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    Why Choose NAF Connect?

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    Location

    New American Funding

    Brentwood - Hoefle

    555 Church Street East, ste 101
    Brentwood, TN 37027

    Direct: 615-989-0713

    Email: marvin.marcellus@nafinc.com

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