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BALTIMORE, August 25, 2023 — AGM Financial Services, a leading FHA lender and GNMA seller/servicer nationwide, has successfully closed a $15,000,000 mortgage for the extensive renovation of Marywood Apartments in Manassas, VA. The achievement underscores AGM’s commitment to supporting affordable housing solutions and exemplifies the company’s dedication to meeting the unique needs of its clients.
John Spencer, Executive Director at Saint Mary’s Housing Corporation, the organization behind Marywood Apartments, spoke highly of the collaboration. “Through all sorts of challenges, AGM was there with us to get our loan closed and we couldn’t be more pleased. We appreciate the AGM team’s efforts to get our FHA financing done.”
According to one projection, as many as 6.4 million renters and 11 million homeowners will be cost burdened by 2035.Affordable housing ensures low-income seniors don’t spend a disproportionate amount of their income on rent.
Affordable housing solutions like Marywood Apartments allow seniors to allocate more for essential needs like healthcare, medication, and nutrition. They also provides a sense of community, security, and support tailored to the needs of the elderly, ensuring not only a roof over their heads but also a nurturing and safe environment. By addressing the financial and social needs of seniors, affordable housing plays a crucial role in enhancing their overall quality of life.
The Marywood Apartment project will provide for $68,000/unit in rehabilitation to the 129-unit, age-restricted community with 100% Section-8 housing. The four-story, elevator-served building includes extensive amenities such as:
- Large multipurpose community room
- Fitness room
- Hair salon
- Library
- Pottery studio
- Laundry room
- Meeting spaces on every floor
Margaret Allen, Chief Executive Officer of AGM Financial, expressed her admiration for the partnership. “John has always been smart, insightful, persistent, optimistic, and devoted to affordable housing. He’s our favorite kind of client!” she exclaimed.
The Marywood Apartments deal underscores the synergy between two organizations deeply committed to facilitating affordable housing and showcases the determination with which both entities operate, even in the face of challenges.
About AGM Financial
Founded in 1990, AGM is a leading FHA lender and GNMA seller/servicer. From new construction and substantial rehab to acquisition or refinance — for both market-rate and affordable projects — AGM gets the deal done. Family-owned with over 30 years of experience, the firm has closed over $10 billion in FHA-insured multifamily project loans nationwide. We underwrite, fund, and service all of our loans. Developers and owners can count on AGM to be accessible, transparent, consistent, and ready to lend. From new construction to substantial rehabilitation to acquisition and refinance — for both market-rate and affordable projects — we can get the deal done. To learn more about AGM, call 800.729.4266 or visit agmfinancial.com.
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