By Cindy Peterson
Hartford Funding Celebrates Grand Opening in Mount Dora
The Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony welcoming Hartford Funding Ltd to the area.
The residential mortgage lender has opened an office in Mount Dora, bringing personalized home financing solutions to individuals and families throughout Central Florida.
Hartford Funding Ltd provides a range of mortgage services for those purchasing their first home, refinancing an existing mortgage or investing in property. Loan options include first-time homebuyer programs, conventional loans, FHA, VA and USDA government-backed loans, refinancing options and investment property financing.
Company leaders say what distinguishes Hartford Funding is its commitment to guiding clients through what can often feel like a complex process.
Rather than overwhelming borrowers with technical terms and paperwork, the team works step by step — from pre-approval through closing — to ensure clients understand their options and feel confident in their decisions.
“Opening our Mount Dora office is an exciting milestone for us,” says Wendy Hartman-Paytas, branch manager and mortgage loan originator at Hartford Funding Ltd. “Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions a person will make. My goal is to make that experience as smooth and transparent as possible — answering questions, explaining options and helping clients find the loan that truly fits their needs.”
Founded in 1983, Hartford Funding Ltd brings decades of lending experience to the local market. The Mount Dora office allows Hartman-Paytas and her team to build relationships within the community while offering hands-on support to clients across the region.
Chamber members, local leaders and business professionals gathered for the ribbon cutting to celebrate the company’s investment in Mount Dora and its commitment to serving homeowners and buyers.
“We’re proud to welcome Hartford Funding Ltd to the Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce,” says Rachel O’Ryan, president of the Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce. “Access to knowledgeable, trustworthy mortgage professionals is essential for a growing community. Wendy and her team bring experience, integrity and a true client-first approach that will serve our residents well.”
As Mount Dora continues to grow, Chamber officials say businesses like Hartford Funding play an important role in helping residents put down roots and invest in their future.
For more information, visit hartfordfunding.com/wendy-hartman.
Originally from the small town of Berryville, Arkansas, Cindy has become a multimedia specialist in journalism, photography, videography, and video editing. She has a B.S. in Communications from the University of Central Arkansas and produces Style Magazine's Sports Hub Podcast and the Healthy Living Podcast. She also produces for Beacon College’s Telly Award-winning PBS show, “A World of Difference.” When she isn’t working, Cindy loves traveling the National Parks with her husband , Ryan, and son, David, photographing wildlife.
