A Division of Ixonia Bank — Est. 1918

Your Business.
Your Brand.
Our Support.

Join a team that gives you the stability of a bank and the freedom of an independent lender. At Novus, we don't just hire loan officers — we invest in partners.

106+
Years of Banking Heritage
24hr
Underwriting Turn Times
90
Day Road to Success
Novus team celebrating together
Our Culture

Built to Help You Grow,
Not Hold You Back

At Novus Home Mortgage, you're not just another employee filling a seat. You're a partner in a shared mission to transform the mortgage experience. We believe that when you succeed, we all succeed.

Our culture is rooted in genuine partnership. We provide the infrastructure, technology, and support you need — while giving you the autonomy to build your own brand and run your business your way.

Backed by the stability of Ixonia Bank, founded in 1918, you'll have the confidence of a century-old institution with the agility and innovation of a modern lender.

"We don't just hire loan officers — we invest in partners who share our vision for a smarter, simpler mortgage process."

See It for Yourself

Hear Directly from Our Team

Where People Matter

Where People Matter

Discover what makes our team culture different

Where YOU Matter

Where YOU Matter

See how we invest in every individual

Where Home Matters

Where Home Matters

Our mission to transform the mortgage experience

Why Novus

The Best of
Both Worlds

Most lenders make you choose: stability or freedom. At Novus, you get both. We've built an environment where entrepreneurial loan officers thrive with institutional backing.

Bank Stability

Backed by Ixonia Bank, founded in 1918. You get the security and credibility of a century-old institution without the bureaucracy.

Growth-Focused

Our 90-day Road to Success program, ongoing training reimbursements, and dedicated sales support ensure you never stop growing.

Your Brand, Your Way

Personal branding tools, custom marketing through Total Expert, and the freedom to build your identity in your market.

Dedicated Support

From processing to underwriting, our operations team works alongside you — not against you. 24-48 hour underwriting turn times.

Cutting-Edge Technology

nCino mobile app, Encompass, Power BI analytics, DocuSign, and the Novus HUB — tools that make your workflow seamless.

True Partnership

Competitive compensation, transparent leadership, and a culture where your voice matters. This is your business — we're here to support it.

Benefits & Compensation

We Invest in the
People Who Invest in Us

Your well-being isn't an afterthought — it's foundational to everything we do. From day one, you'll have access to benefits designed to support you and your family.

Health & Wellness

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life insurance and disability coverage
Employee crisis grant program

Financial Growth

Competitive compensation structure
401(k) with dollar-for-dollar match on first 3%
Training and education reimbursements
Employee referral bonus program

Work-Life Balance

Generous paid time off
Paid parental leave
Flexible work arrangements
Supportive team culture
Loan officer helping clients achieve their dream home
Technology & Tools

Simple. Digital.
Smart.

We equip you with the most advanced tools in the industry — not because it's trendy, but because it makes your life easier and your clients happier. Every tool we deploy is chosen to remove friction from your workflow.

Mentoring and onboarding at Novus

Novus HUB

Your mobile command center — status updates, training, company store, and more.

nCino Mobile

Originate loans from anywhere with a smarter, simpler mobile experience.

Power BI Analytics

Real-time dashboards and performance insights to drive your business decisions.

DocuSign & Encompass

Streamlined document management and loan origination in one seamless workflow.

Total Expert

Personalized marketing automation — flyers, postcards, and campaigns at your fingertips.

LBA Ware & More

Compensation management, experience tracking, and a full suite of industry-leading tools.

Leadership

Led by People Who
Understand Your Business

Our leadership team brings decades of mortgage industry experience. They're not just managers — they're accessible mentors who are invested in your success and available when you need them.

Logan Hoffman, Area Manager

Logan Hoffman

Area Manager

Rory Broome, Sales Manager

Rory Broome

Sales Manager

Butch Bryant, Business Development Manager

Butch Bryant

Business Development Manager

Markus Spicer, Branch Operations Manager

Markus Spicer

Branch Operations Manager

Hear From Our Team

Real People.
Real Stories.

Don't just take our word for it. Hear directly from the professionals who chose Novus — and stayed because of the culture, the support, and the opportunity to build something meaningful.

Tech-forward culture

"The culture here values good communication. I always get timely updates from my managers, and responsibilities are clearly defined. It's great to be in a tech-forward setting — no clunky, outdated tools. I've been able to build niche expertise that has truly accelerated my career."

Michael T.
Michael T.
Loan Officer
Nashville, TN · 3 years at Novus
Your Journey

90-Day Road to Success

From day one, you'll have a clear path forward. Our structured onboarding program ensures you're never left guessing — every step is designed to set you up for long-term success.

01
Week 1–2

Welcome & Setup

Complete onboarding, meet your team, get set up with all technology tools, and begin your personalized training plan.

02
Week 3–4

Build Your Foundation

Deep dive into Novus systems, establish your personal brand, and start building your pipeline with marketing support.

03
Month 2

Accelerate Growth

Leverage Total Expert for campaigns, refine your workflow, and begin closing loans with dedicated operations support.

04
Month 3

Hit Your Stride

You're fully operational — producing at your pace, with ongoing coaching and analytics to optimize your performance.

Common Questions

Everything You
Need to Know

We believe in transparency. Here are the answers to the questions we hear most from loan officers considering a move to Novus.

Still have questions?

Schedule a discovery call
Take the Next Step

Ready to Build
Something
Greater?

A confidential, no-pressure conversation about your career, your goals, and how Novus can help you achieve them. No strings attached — just a genuine conversation between professionals.

Confidential Discovery Call
Personalized Career Assessment
NovusHomeMortgage.com

"The best time to take control of your career was yesterday. The second best time is right now."

Novus Home Mortgage team award ceremony

Schedule Your Discovery Call

Pick a time that works for you with either Rory or Butch — we'll handle the rest. Choose the calendar that fits your schedule best.

RB

Rory Broome

Sales Manager

BB

Butch Bryant

Business Development Manager