NMLS # 132721

My name is Cathy Strawn, President and Co-Owner of First Mortgage of Indiana, Inc. First Mortgage of Indiana is a mortgage lender specializing in Conventional, Jumbo, FHA, and VA mortgage loans. Since 1986, I've been helping thousands of extremely satisfied Indiana residents purchase or refinance their homes.

If you are looking for a firm that will work hard to make the application process quick and efficient and will close your loan with competitive rates and fees, First Mortgage of Indiana is the right place for you.

I'm proud to say that my client base has grown tremendously because many central Indiana realtors and builders refer their clients to me. Realtors know how important low rates and closing fees are to their clients; they also know how important it is to use a lender who can be counted on to close the loan quickly and efficiently.

Whether you are purchasing your first home, or you have been through the mortgage process many times before, you have my commitment that my staff and I will make every effort to exceed your expectations.

First Mortgage of Indiana has a website designed to give you helpful, current and reliable information. However, it is not intended to be a substitute for the personal attention and service that have made us one of the most respected lenders in Indiana. If you are planning to purchase a home or refinance your present home, I encourage you to call me for a mortgage that is tailored specifically to your needs.

Please download this Loan Application Checklist for a complete accounting of the information we'll need throughout the loan process. Thanks!

NMLS # 132039

I have been in the mortgage business as a loan officer since 1993 and have been with First Mortgage of Indiana, Inc. since its inception. I am Vice President and co-owner of First Mortgage of Indiana and take my business very seriously. I am dedicated to providing an unmatched level of service to my borrowers, realtors, and other referral sources (my clients) and make two promises to all with whom I work:

1. I will always be honest with you
2. I will always treat you the way that I would want to be treated

My clients take great comfort in knowing their needs will be met in a professional, personable, efficient and timely manner. I work closely with my clients to ensure that not only the fairness and competitiveness of each transaction is unrivaled, but also that the terms and products best serve each client's individual needs.

I strive to make the mortgage process simple and hassle-free for everyone and truly enjoy working with people to help them achieve their goals. I am very adept and comfortable working with all types of borrowers and with all types of transactions. The gratification of satisfying every customer is very rewarding, however assisting the first-time home buyer is always a very special thrill for me. The many thank you cards, repeat clients and referrals that I receive serve as a reminder that my clients appreciate my honest, dependable service as much as I enjoy providing it to them.

If you or someone you know is in need of a mortgage to buy, refinance, or build a home, whether for a primary residence, vacation home or investment property, please call me with confidence. Together we will tailor the mortgage process to your specific needs. From application to closing, we will make the experience simple and fun. I look forward to the opportunity to be of service and earn your business for life. 

NMLS #140425

I began my mortgage career in 1997. My college major was in finance and I began my career in banking. This led me to a career in financial planning as I truly wanted to impact people's lives with solid financial advice and mortgage services. Eventually I opted to work exclusively with mortgage services. This was a natural progression because my main passion was always helping people budget and save money. I've also always believed in real estate as a great asset and investment.

I strongly believe in my services because I can offer lender sponsored services or I can broker out loans for my clients. This uniquely positions us to obtain the best rate for each client. Our lending status provides us with rates that are better than traditional broker outlets. We have great rates and outlets for Conventional, FHA, VA, Jumbo, Home Equity Line of Credit mortgages. We also control our own closing packages and fund many of our own loans. This leads to greater customer services and quicker turnaround.

My affiliation with FMI was forged by a common faith-based belief that the client's interest should always come first and that also a great attention to detail and hard work is key to taking care of clients. As great as our products, rates, and services are, many people seek me solely because I'm going to give them honest advice every time. If I feel you shouldn't buy a home or refinance I'm going to tell you, even if I can get you qualified for a loan. If you ask a question, you will always get an honest answer. This is whether the answer is something you want to hear or something you don't want to hear. This is the way it should be but it seems values today are so swayed by greed. If I give you a quote for closing costs, it will be the maximum cost scenario, never the low-balled amount. Many lending outlets will give you the low estimate to pull you in and not deliver. I feel this is misleading and have no interest in this practice to bring in clients.

I know that trust is earned, not just given out immediately. My goal is to serve people in need of mortgage services. Unfortunately many people don't have a trusted mortgage resource to count on. If you find yourself in this position I would be happy to meet you, analyze your needs, explain your options, and work to become a trusted resource for you.

God bless and take care.