ANN ARBOR, MI, April 17, 2010 Rick Richter, executive vice president of Gold Star Mortgage Financial Group, was recently ranked the number 34 loan originator in the U.S., according to the Scotsman Guide Top Originators 2009 List. The ranking is based on the volume of loans closed in 2009.

“I’m proud to be included in the top originator list again,” said Richter. “Of course, while it’s nice to be recognized as among the best in your profession, my ongoing goal is to provide past and new customers with a low cost loan to achieve their homeownership dream, along with outstanding service.”

Richter has been ranked among the nation’s top loan originators during the last five years.

Gold Star Mortgage Financial Group is a full service mortgage lender/broker that provides affordable mortgages at discounted rates. Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Mich., Gold Star Mortgage now operates 19 branch offices in five states and is licensed to originate mortgages in over 20 states. The company was recently recognized by Inc. Magazine list as one of the 500 fastest-growing privately held companies in America. It ranks #349 overall and #14 in the financial service industry.

For more information about the company or a career with Gold Star Mortgage, visit www.goldstarfinancial.com.

Gold Star Mortgage Financial Group is a nationwide wholesale discount lender and broker. For further information call us toll free at 1-800-201-LOAN or visit us at www.goldstarfinancial.com.