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What Does ‘Welcome Home’ Look Like to You?

Is it the sound of kids playing in the backyard, a warm cup of tea, or the tail-wagging excitement of coming through the door? Whatever home looks like to you—AmeriCU is ready to help make it real.

The Right Mortgage for You

“Welcome Home” with the Right Mortgage for You

Welcome Home to Your Next Chapter
Whether you’re buying your first home or finding one that fits the next phase of life, AmeriCU offers:

  • A Variety of Options to Fit Buyer’s Needs
  • Low Down Payment Options
  • Competitive, Member-Only Rates
  • Dedicated Local Mortgage Experts
  • Welcome Home to What You’ve Served For

    Welcome Home to What You’ve Served For

    After serving our country, “home” carries deeper meaning. AmeriCU proudly supports our military members and qualifying veterans and active-duty service members with VA loans designed for:

  • No Down Payment
  • No Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)
  • Veteran-Focused Service Team
  • Finance up to 100%
  • Welcome Home to Rural Living

    Welcome Home to Rural Living

    Dreaming of life beyond the city? AmeriCU’s USDA mortgages offer affordable paths to homeownership in rural communities:

  • No Down Payment
  • Available in Rural-Designated Areas
  • Backed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture
  • Finance up to 100%
    • Personalized Support

    You’re not a number. You’ll get one-on-one guidance from local mortgage experts who know your community.

    • Affordable Financing Options

    Low rates, flexible terms, and programs to reduce upfront costs—making homeownership more accessible.

    • Fast, Transparent Process

    Simple online applications, quick pre-approvals, and clear communication every step of the way.

    • For All Stages of Life

    Whether you’re buying your first home, refinancing, or downsizing, we have a mortgage solution for you.

    • Member-Owned, Not-for-Profit

    We reinvest earnings into better rates, fewer fees, and more support for our members—not shareholders.

    AmeriCU Mortgage Executives

    Melissa Bradlinski

    Melissa Bradlinski

    Mortgage Executive | Office Located in Rome

    Phone: 315.356.3000 ext. 6211

    Cell: 315.982.8288

    [email protected]

    NMLS #: 1594826

    Katie Fairbrother is a Mortgage Executive at AmeriCU Credit Union.

    Katie Fairbrother

    Mortgage Executive | Offices Located in Herkimer and North Utica

    Phone: 315.356.3000 ext. 3433

    Cell: 315.281.6781

    [email protected]

    NMLS #: 1276482

    Cathy Heilman-Feltz is a Mortgage Executive at AmeriCU Credit Union.

    Cathy Heilman-Feltz

    Mortgage Executive | Offices Located in Fort Drum, Lowville, and Watertown

    Phone: 315.356.3000 ext. 6325

    Cell: 315.783.9390

    [email protected]

    NMLS #: 623938

    Chris Kelly

    Chris Kelly

    Mortgage Executive | Offices Located in Fayetteville, Onondaga Hill, and Syracuse

    Phone: 315.356.3000 ext. 3348

    Cell: 315.247.9526

    [email protected]

    NMLS #: 2391678

    Ana Maria Lasher is a Mortgage Executive at AmeriCU Credit Union.

    AnaMaria Lasher

    Mortgage Executive | Office Located in Liverpool

    Phone: 315.356.3000 ext. 6023

    Cell: 315.269.6726

    [email protected]

    NMLS #: 1718893

    Patrick Mautner

    Patrick Mautner

    Mortgage Executive | Offices Located in Cazenovia and Griffiss

    Phone: 315.356.3000 ext. 3408

    Cell: 315.264.4789

    [email protected]

    NMLS #: 586751

    Tony Merrow

    Tony Merrow

    Mortgage Executive | Offices Located in Camillus and Fulton

    Phone: 315.356.3000 ext. 6350

    Cell: 315.391.8521

    [email protected]

    NMLS #: 641982

    Myles Nashton is a Mortgage Executive at AmeriCU Credit Union.

    Myles Nashton

    Mortgage Executive | Offices Located in Commercial Drive and Oneida

    Phone: 315.356.3000 ext. 6253

    Cell: 315.762.2102

    [email protected]

    NMLS #: 623940

    Erika Plumpton is a Mortgage Executive at AmeriCU Credit Union.

    Erika Plumpton

    Mortgage Executive | Office Located in Cicero

    Phone: 315.356.3000 ext. 3346

    Cell: 315.408.5365

    [email protected]

    NMLS #: 1759409

    Nimer Shehadeh

    Nimer Shehadeh

    Mortgage Executive | Offices Located in Armory Square, Auburn, and Cortland

    Phone: 315.356.3000 ext. 6383
    Cell: 315.430.6615
    [email protected]
    NMLS #: 753265

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