Ann Arbor, Michigan – The Gold Star Mortgage has joined forces with the community to bring smiles to patients at the University of Michigan’s C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital in what has become an annual holiday tradition.
“The work that Mott’s Hospital does is very close to our hearts.

Ann Arbor, Michigan – Gold Star Mortgage Financial Group is pleased to announce that it has been named one of Michigan’s Top Workplaces of 2010 by the Detroit Free Press. This is the second consecutive year that Gold Star has received this honor. Employees were anonymously surveyed by an independent firm and asked to rate the organization’s performance on multiple barometers, including the company’s direction, ability to execute its business plan, leadership, career development, work conditions and compensation plans.

Ann Arbor, MI, NOVEMBER 8, 2010 – Gold Star Mortgage is pleased to announce that Steve Kapp has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer. He will be responsible for the strategic management of Gold Star’s accounting and finance operations.

Ann Arbor, Michigan – Gold Star Mortgage Financial Group is helping homeowners pay their mortgages. One lucky person will win a free mortgage payment from Gold Star simply by filling out the form on the company’s website. The aim of the drawing, according to a company spokesperson, is to reach back to the community and help those in need, especially during the holiday season. As described on the company’s website, Gold Star is trying to spread the word about a great way to help around the holidays.

Ann Arbor, Mich. – One of the country’s top mortgage originators is offering to pay a monthly mortgage payment for lucky homeowners around the country. Beginning on November 1, 2010, the company will hold monthly drawings where one lucky homeowner will receive a monthly mortgage payment of up to $5,000. “It’s a way to give back to the community and help homeowners through tough economic times,” said Gold Star Executive Vice President Rick Richter.

ANN ARBOR, MI – OCTOBER 18, 2010 — Today is a special occasion for Gold Star Mortgage Financial Group—our 10th anniversary. We could not have achieved this significant milestone without you—our dedicated employees, supportive business partners and many loyal customers.

Since assisting our first customers in October 2000, Gold Star has grown from a modest, 300-square foot office with two people to more than 400 employees now based in our Southeast Michigan headquarters, as well as 20 branch offices in five states.

ANN ARBOR, MI — The dedication and strength of Gold Star’s devotion to customer satisfaction has been reflected in a recent company survey conducted by its quality control department. According to the report, Gold Star has obtained a 96% customer satisfaction level for the 6th consecutive month.

Executive Vice President Rick Richter remarked on the survey, stating “It is our belief that these results are an indication of the hard work and commitment to excellence that all of our loan officers demonstrate when working with a client.

Ann Arbor, MI – Gold Star Mortgage Financial Group is pleased to announce that Dave Prichard has joined the company as its Chief Operating Officer. Prichard will be responsible for overseeing the entire operations portion of the 400 employee company, including the underwriting, processing, closing, post-closing and quality control departments.

Ann Arbor, MI – Gold Star Mortgage is pleased to announce that Tina Jablonski has been selected to co-chair the company’s dynamic branch development team. Jablonski will be responsible for increasing Gold Star’s national footprint by leading efforts to expand its retail base through new hires, and its branch affiliate presence through mergers and acquisitions. She brings over a decade of mortgage industry experience in a broad array of roles with her. Prior to joining Gold Star, Jablonski spent six years with JP Morgan Chase.

ANN ARBOR, MI – Gold Star Mortgage Financial Group is pleased to announce the nationwide arrival of 5% down conventional loan programs. This product had been off the market since 2008, due in large part to the declining real estate market and the struggling economic climate. However, Gold Star has been diligently working to bring this product back to borrowers based on their anticipation of an upturn in the housing market.