LAWRENCE — The Merrimack Valley Credit Union was included in Banker & Tradesman and The Registry Review’s Top Lenders of 2023. This is the first time the credit union has been featured on these lists, credit union officials said.
Here’s where MVCU landed in the rankings: New Hampshire, Single-family Mortgages: Ranked 10th for volume of loans and ninth for number of loans; Condominium Mortgages, Ranked 10th for volume of loans and eighth for number of loans.
Massachusetts: Single-family Mortgages, Ranked ninth for volume of loans and 10th for number of loans; Condominium Mortgages, Ranked seventh for volume of loans and eighth for number of loans; Residential Nonpurchase Loans, Ranked seventh for volume of loans; Commercial Purchase Loans, Ranked 10th for volume of loans and eighth for number of loans; Multifamily Purchase Loans, Ranked fourth for volume of loans and fourth for number of loans.
“These exciting accomplishments would not be possible without our outstanding credit union professionals and strong company,” said Brad Egan, MVCU’s executive vice president and chief lending officer.
“Looking forward, we will be launching exciting new products and continue investing in technology to improve the speed and convenience of obtaining loans from MVCU.”
MVCU regularly holds free First-time Homebuyers Seminars for community members preparing for homeownership. For more information on MVCU’s loan products or to apply for a loan visit mvcu.com/borrow.
Business listening session Monday
LAWRENCE — Sen. Pavel Payano, D-Lawrence, and the Joint Committee on Community Development and Small Businesses and Merrimack Valley legislators invite local entrepreneurs and small business owners to share insights and discuss ways in which the government can support community business growth.
A listening session will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday at The Center, 155 Haverhill St.
Networking at Noon luncheon
ANDOVER — The Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce will hold a Networking at Noon luncheon from noon to 1:15 p.m. April 17 at BuenoMalo Restaurant, 93 Main St.
Cost is $28 for members and $38 for non-members and includes a taco bar, soft drinks, coffee and a cash bar.
To register or for more information, visit merrimackvalleychamber.com or call 978-686-0900.
Cedar View host chamber networking breakfast
METHUEN — The Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce will hold a Business Networking Breakfast April 19 from 8 to 9:15 a.m. at Cedar View Rehab & Health Center, 480 Jackson St.
Cost is $10 for members and $20 for non-members and includes a continental breakfast and door prizes.
To register or for more information, visit merrimackvalleychamber.com or call 978-686-0900.
Business Networking Breakfast
METHUEN — The Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce will hold a Business Networking Breakfast from 8 to 9:15 a.m. April 19 at Cedar View Rehab & Health Center, 480 Jackson St.
Cost is $10 for members and $20 for non-members and includes a continental breakfast and door prizes.
To register or for more information, visit merrimackvalleychamber.com or call 978-686-0900.
Education/Workforce Development program
HAVERHILL — The Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce will hold a Education/Workforce Development program from 7:30 to 9 a.m. April 26 at Edwards Vacuum, 20 Creek Brook Drive in the Broadway Business Park.
John Lavoie, superintendent of Greater Lawrence Technical School, and Maureen Lynch, superintendent of Whittier Tech, will discuss what job seekers need to know about vocational jobs and trades for your business and home.
Cost is $10 for members and $20 for non-members and includes a continental breakfast at 7:30 a.m. following by the speaking program at 8 a.m.
To register or for more information, visit merrimackvalleychamber.com or call 978-686-0900.
Golf tourney supports affordable housing
MIDDLETON — Essex County Habitat for Humanity will hold its third annual Golf Fore Homes golf tournament May 20 at the Ferncroft County Club.
Shotgun start is at 1:30 p.m. with a scramble format. The day begins with lunch, and finishes with a cocktail reception and an awards ceremony at the clubhouse following the tournament. Proceeds support building more affordable homes throughout Essex County.
With the lack of affordable housing at crisis levels, taking part in Golf Fore Homes is a fun way to be part of the solution. As last year’s winner, Stephen Zamierowski, said, “It’s a fun round of golf with friends and colleagues while helping our neighbors struggling with housing insecurity, now that’s a WIN WIN!”
One in four families in Essex County pay more than 50% of their income on housing and are considered severely cost burdened.
“Playing in this tournament gives me the opportunity to spend time with friends while contributing to a great cause that is close to me, home ownership,” said Mary Marengi, a local real estate agent and a member of the planning committee.
“Playing in Golf Fore Homes allows me to give back to a very worthwhile cause,” said Brian Brown from corporate supporter SPS. “For every swing of the club, I know I am helping a deserving family achieve their dream of owning their first home.”
Registration and sponsorships are available essexcountyhabitat.org/golf_fore_homes/.