In 2024, despite historically low housing inventory and modest market expectations, Christina Longo Trethewey and her team of four at Rate surpassed sales targets while achieving record-high customer satisfaction ratings.
As a senior loan officer with two decades of experience, Trethewey is known for her straightforward approach, deep industry knowledge and unwavering commitment to securing the best possible financing solutions for her clients. Having navigated evolving lending guidelines and a variety of loan types, she brings confidence and expertise to every transaction.
Trethewey attributes her success to her ability to build strong connections with clients by identifying common ground and fostering lasting relationships. She takes a personalized approach by outlining her clients’ financial goals and guiding clients through the home financing process,. “Removing stress from the buying process accomplishes more than we realize,” she says. Most of her new clients come from referrals from past clients and recommendations from real estate partners.
“I believe that being personable, relatable and engaging helps me create lasting relationships with my clients,” Trethewey says. “Many of my repeat clients return and refer others to me because of the strong rapport we’ve built. While transactions are inherently business-oriented, I strive to make them enjoyable and find ways to connect on a personal level.”
Trethewey is ranked among the Scotsman Guide’s Top 100 mortgage lenders by volume and units, is recognized as a top female loan originator in the U.S. and is a Top 1% loan originator nationwide. She’s also a distinguished member of her company’s Chairman’s Circle and President’s Club. Beyond her professional achievements, she is actively involved in her community as a sponsor of and contributor to the YMCA and a member of the Needham Women’s Club.
Rate, Inc. is a private corporation organized under the laws of the state of Delaware. It has no affiliation with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the U.S. Department of Agriculture or any other government agency.
