​Marketing Manager, Nicole Rosetti, talks with Jennifer Kelly about her financial expertise and the services she offers.

​Marketing Manager, Nicole Rosetti, talks with Forge Fitness Owner, Scott Grady about the recent gym expansion, gym equipment and classes taught.

​Marketing Manager, Nicole Rosetti, visits with David & Angela Skelton, owners of Overwatch Supply to talk about the outdoor & tactical equipment, emergency supplies and self-defense products they carry.

Tupelo, Miss. (August 29, 2017) – Renaissance Community Loan Fund, a Mississippi-based non-profit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), announced the grand opening of a new location in North Mississippi, which will expand access  to its lending programs and services for underserved residents in Mississippi.

​What began as an organization geared to facilitate growth and rebuilding in Mississippi following the devastation of Hurricane Katrina in 2015, Renaissance continues to grow as a nationally recognized leader in community lending programs and financial counseling services. The addition of the Tupelo location is the next natural step in Renaissance’s strategy to ensure convenient access to the organizations programs and services across the state.
 
“The new location in Tupelo was strategically chosen due to the growing number of residents in North Mississippi in need of our services,” said Kimberly LaRosa, president and CEO of Renaissance. “Opening this location is a testament not only to Renaissance’s commitment to bring affordable lending services to the entire state, but it is a milestone in our commitment to increase economic and community development in Mississippi.”
 
Then new office, located at 431 West Main Street, Suite 300 in Tupelo, is fully staffed and ready to assist Tupelo and North Mississippi residents with their affordable mortgage and business lending needs. Tupelo native John-Michael Marlin leads the office as Community Outreach Coordinator. “I was raised in Tupelo and I’m personally invested in seeing this community prosper through the availability of Renaissance’s lending programs and financial counseling services,” said Marlin at the recent ribbon cutting and open house. “The residents of the community will receive the personalized services from someone who knows the area and understands their needs.”

​Marketing Manager, Nicole Rosetti, sits down with Brandon Atwell, one of the owners of Murky Waters BBQ, to talk about their new location in Hattiesburg, give us a tour and shows us some of their signature dishes.

​Kathleen’s sister-in-law told her about Renaissance Community Loan Fund and how they help those with less than perfect credit and limited income become homeowners. She was hesitant to take the step for fear of being turned down for the program, but after 5 years, she knew it was time to start again on her own. “My two children are the reason I went for it,” said Duprey. “And I thank God every day that I did. Renaissance not only works with all applicants, but they welcome you and are excited for you, no matter what your financial challenges may be. The entire process was a wonderful experience, from the first call, to the homebuyer class, to the closing table.”
Through Renaissance’s Dream Fund, a Home Purchase Advisor worked closely with Kathleen to help her overcome her fears of becoming a homeowner, all while working through the financial issues that were blocking her path to homeownership. In addition, the “Project Reinvest: Homeownership” program that Renaissance offers provided Kathleen with an additional $10,500 of down payment assistance toward her mortgage loan. New homeowner Kathleen has never been happier. “I want to thank Renaissance for giving me the opportunity to do what I thought was the impossible… and realize dreams do come true!”

​Marketing Manager, Nicole Rosetti, sits down with Carricka Thomas, Certified Nurse Practitioner and owner of NP Family Medical Clinic to talk about what inspired her to open her own practice.

Marketing Manager, Nicole Rosetti, talks with Senior Mortgage Loan Originator, Margaret DiSalvo about Renaissance's Mortgage Lending Services.

Marketing Manager, Nicole Rosetti, sits down with Sonzie "Sonya" McInnis, owner of McInnis 12-Bone BBQ in Gulfport to find out how she got started and of course, the BBQ.