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Melissa Mason Branch Manager
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Direct:
203-858-1401 - |
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Email:
melissa.mason@nafinc.com
About Melissa Mason
Mortgage Planning Professional | 21+ Years of Guiding Clients Through a Seamless Mortgage Experience
I help people win in the mortgage game for over 21 years, and my mission is simple: make the process clear, smooth, and centered on your long-term goals.
Education is everything. At NAF, we make sure you understand your options so you can make smart moves whether you’re a first-time buyer, leveling up, downsizing, investing, or navigating major life changes.
I help clients build real wealth through homeownership by laying out a clear strategy, not just a mortgage. Your home is more than a place to live it’s the foundation of your financial future, and I help you maximize it.
Loan Programs I Cover:
• Conventional, FHA, VA
• Refinances (rate-and-term and cash-out)
• Renovation: FHA 203K, Conventional Rehab, VA Rehab
• Ground-Up Construction & One-Time Close Options - Conv, FHA & VA options
I also specialize in supporting clients dealing with life changes like divorce or the loss of a spouse or parent. For divorcing clients, I often step in early behind the scenes to confirm if you can qualify to buy a new home or hold onto the home you’re in. Clarity upfront saves stress later.
The market shifts constantly. Guidelines change. New rules roll out. You deserve someone who actually keeps up so you’re never blindsided.
I’m here to guide, consult, and give straight answers. Looking forward to working with you.
Licensed in: CT, NY, NJ, MA, RI, FL, GA
Top Rated
Mortgage Lender
4.9/5 Based on 269,421 Reviews
You're In Good Hands!
Alecia
Transaction Completed:
11/3/2025
"Melissa made everything super simple, from receiving information, signing all the required documents. Qyestions were ALWAYS abswered to my understanding. Uploads were super simple, and she was always friendly and professional. I would highly recommend her! Great person to work with!"
DOMINIQUE JEAN MARIE
Transaction Completed:
10/31/2025
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Lacie Malcolm
Transaction Completed:
10/31/2025
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Lacie
Transaction Completed:
10/31/2025
"Melissa is definitely top of my list of lender referrals."
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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.
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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.
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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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Mission Statement: New American Funding (NAF) is an industry leader in culture, dedication to service, and lending to underserved communities. Through Latino Focus, the company identifies and addresses the challenges of Latino consumers in their pursuit of homeownership and to enhance the quality of their lending experience. We utilize education and awareness that aims to lift the community and build generational wealth through homeownership. By 2024, NAF is committed to providing $25 billion in home loans to the Latino community.
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