Military Lending

David Smith has been promoted to Vice President of National VA Lending at loanDepot, company leaders announced. In this newly created role, Smither will spearhead loanDepot’s VA lending strategy, including outreach to both the military community and industry pros to promote knowledge of VA mortgage products.  He will specifically lead the company’s VA Council, a group of originators who specialize in lending for active military personnel and veterans alike. Smith has trained more than 28,000 real estate agents and consumers on the benefits of VA home loans. “As a purpose-driven lender, loanDepot is incredibly proud to make the dream of homeownership a reality for thousands of military families each year,” said LDI Mortgage President Jeff Walsh. “We’ve developed a core…