Terry Hastings

I’m a Mortgage Bankera Problem Solveran Educator

More than $1 billion in real estate transactions closed

Learn why clients love banking with Terry

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Don't settle for less

Aren’t bankers the same? No. After graduating college, Terry entered the real estate sales field working for his father’s company in Ridgefield, CT. He later started the Ridgefield/Redding office for Weichert Realtors and was named Manager of The Year. Terry was promoted to Regional Vice President and was in charge of Westchester and Fairfield counties. In 2002 Terry moved over to the mortgage side of the transaction, helping agents close more sales. Terry has closed over $1 billion in transactions, trained 50,000+ real estate licensees and continues to earn stellar reviews from all of his clients.

Terry grew up in Ridgefield, has three daughters and is a suffering Mets Fan.

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Why you need Terry

Terry specializes in the following:

Credit Repair

If Terry can help boost your credit, you get a better rate, or can now qualify for other programs!

Conventional Financing

We underwrite and fund our loans to sell directly to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac – no middleman!

FHA + VA Loans

Specialty loans that could save you money.

Local Appraisers

Unlike some big banks, Total Mortgage manages the appraisal aspect and assigns local appraisers. It costs our bank more, but it protects our clients.

Refinancing

Get a lower monthly payment, or shorten your loan term. A consultation with Terry can help you with those major decisions. It might not make sense !

Cash Out Refinancing

Get cash out of your home to pay for college or other major bills.

So what are you waiting for?

Reach out with questions or submit an application to get started.

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What my clients are saying

Recent Posts

Check out my latest blog posts

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CFPB calls Zillow to the woodshed

Zillow, the website known for it’s “Zestimates” is currently under fire by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

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2022-2024 CT Real Estate License Renewal Requirements

In the 2022-24 real estate license renewal cycle there are new continuing ed deadlines, new renewal fees, and a new mandatory topic.

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FHA Loans - Why are they a secret?

FHA loans can make the difference between someone buying a home or renting. An FHA loan is a loan that…

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Three tips to a faster approval

Many times people come to me saying how they dread the mortgage process. However, there are ways to make it…

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What is risk layering?

Last week I received a call from a frustrated condo buyer who was turned down by his bank. He had…

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It's time to check your arms

As interest rates start their slow climb, the attention is starting to shift back to adjustable rate mortgages. They absolutely…

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Terry will focus on your mortgage so you can focus on your move. Let's get you approved!

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