NMLS #176626 | Georgia Residential Mortgage Licensee #21158. GA License Number 31133. FL License Number LO13376. mariemb@fairwaymc.com (912) 227-2447

Low Rates.
No Hassle.

Your local St. Marys expert — also serving Georgia & Florida

Find out how Mariem can help make qualifying for a low-rate mortgage genuinely easy — with one-on-one support the whole way.

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About Me

I'm Mariem, and I'm here to help.

You've heard the horror stories — how hard it is to qualify, the mounds of paperwork, the delays, and the haggling to get a decent rate. Good news: I'm here to make it all easier for you. Check out the reviews from other folks just like you and see how I can help.

Whether you're buying a home, refinancing for a better rate, or pulling some cash from your property — let's make this simple.

Mariem Bennett

Client Stories

★★★★★
“Mariem was very responsive and answered all my questions. It was very easy to contact her. She is very personable and a great person to work with. You won’t be disappointed if you choose her as a lender.”
Ashley Jones
★★★★★
“Mariem was really helpful and we close with no issues! Smooth process and a great experience! Will recommend 100%!”
Willian Gonzalez
★★★★★
“Excelente servicio, siempre contesta y esta al frente de todos los detalles. Mariem hizo que la experiencia fuera muy agradable, la recomendaré siempre.”
Edgar Ortiz
★★★★★
“Mariem was amazing! No issues at all, she really takes care of her clients!”
USA Realty Network
★★★★★
“We’ve worked with Mariem and her team twice now, and each experience has been outstanding. They consistently go above and beyond, and we would recommend them to anyone looking for exceptional service.”
Curtis Moore
★★★★★
“Hands down the best Lender we have had the pleasure of working with! Thank you for helping us not only with our first home in 2014 but our new home just recently! You are much appreciated Mariem!”
Nicole Ludwig
★★★★★
“Great person to work with and has a team that is on top of everything, from my first to my forever home she has made it stress free when buying. Highly recommend and trustworthy.”
Nathan Palm
★★★★★
“Working With Mariem was a pleasure, she looked out for my buyers best interest. She was very thorough and kept me informed of closing progress throughout the process making it a smooth transaction! Thank you Mariem 😊”
Amy Roth
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What I Do

A smoother path to your mortgage.

Real support at every step — so you always know what's happening with your loan.

Outstanding Communication and Follow-up

We keep you informed and return all emails and calls promptly, so you never have to wonder what's going on with your loan.

Professional Support

Count on us to be there with you and help you navigate the entire mortgage process — cutting through the red tape and avoiding the common mistakes people make.

Competitive Rates

We work with you to find the right program with a great rate and a transparent process, so you can rest easy.

Close Your Loan On Time

Not all lenders can close quickly or on time. We work closely with you through the process to meet every deadline and make sure your loan closes on schedule.

Get Pre-Approved

Your homeownership journey starts here

Get prequalified, track your progress and securely upload documents. I'll help you every step of the way.

Mariem Bennett

Mariem Bennett

NMLS #176626

Client Stories

★★★★★
“Mariem was very responsive and answered all my questions. It was very easy to contact her. She is very personable and a great person to work with. You won’t be disappointed if you choose her as a lender.”
Ashley Jones
★★★★★
“Mariem was really helpful and we close with no issues! Smooth process and a great experience! Will recommend 100%!”
Willian Gonzalez
★★★★★
“Excelente servicio, siempre contesta y esta al frente de todos los detalles. Mariem hizo que la experiencia fuera muy agradable, la recomendaré siempre.”
Edgar Ortiz
★★★★★
“Mariem was amazing! No issues at all, she really takes care of her clients!”
USA Realty Network
★★★★★
“We’ve worked with Mariem and her team twice now, and each experience has been outstanding. They consistently go above and beyond, and we would recommend them to anyone looking for exceptional service.”
Curtis Moore
★★★★★
“Hands down the best Lender we have had the pleasure of working with! Thank you for helping us not only with our first home in 2014 but our new home just recently! You are much appreciated Mariem!”
Nicole Ludwig
★★★★★
“Great person to work with and has a team that is on top of everything, from my first to my forever home she has made it stress free when buying. Highly recommend and trustworthy.”
Nathan Palm
★★★★★
“Working With Mariem was a pleasure, she looked out for my buyers best interest. She was very thorough and kept me informed of closing progress throughout the process making it a smooth transaction! Thank you Mariem 😊”
Amy Roth
4.97★★★★★590 verified reviews·See all ›

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Who We Help

The right guidance for your situation.

Veterans and Active Military

You've served our country, now let us serve you! Our experience helping our local veterans to navigate the hassle and paperwork of getting a mortgage is second to none. We can help you to use your VA benefits to buy a home or refinance with a great rate and little or no money down!

First Time Home Buyers

We know how overwhelming the process of buying a home is, especially if it is the first time that you're doing it. We will work closely with you to explain the process, to protect you from making mistakes that could cost you later, and to ensure that your mortgage gets approved and you get the home that you are so excited to be buying!

Move Up and Second Home Buyers

Buying a new home when you currently own one has it's own unique set of concerns. We can answer all of your questions about how to qualify and purchase a home when you already own one whether you're buying a new primary residence or a second vacation home.

Refinancing Home Owners

If you already own your home but you are looking to refinance to either save money with a lower interest rate or possibly take some cash out for any reason, we can help you with that. We also can show you how to make sure you are structuring your new financing to get the best deal possible.

Investment Buyers

If you're buying real estate for investment purposes, we can help you secure financing to maximize your ROI.

Seniors Seeking Reverse Mortgages

If you are 62 years or older and are looking for options to stay in your home without a mortgage payment (borrower still responsible for taxes and insurance) or to access your home's equity while still living there, we can answer your questions about reverse mortgages so you can decide if they are right for you.

Reviews

Real stories from people like you.

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Mariem was very responsive and answered all my questions. It was very easy to contact her. She is very personable and a great person to work with. You won’t be disappointed if you choose her as a lender.

Ashley Jones
★★★★★

Mariem was really helpful and we close with no issues! Smooth process and a great experience! Will recommend 100%!

Willian Gonzalez
★★★★★

Excelente servicio, siempre contesta y esta al frente de todos los detalles. Mariem hizo que la experiencia fuera muy agradable, la recomendaré siempre.

Edgar Ortiz

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