First Community Mortgage (FCM) has named Atlanta-based Stephen MearmanAssistant Vice President. He has more than a decade of industry experience, including having owned his own mortgage brokerage. 

"Stephen is driven to make sure he finds the best mortgage for his clients, whether they are buying or refinancing their dream home," says Dan Smith, President of First Community Mortgage, "and his experience, including having run his own successful mortgage firm, means he understands all nuances of the process and is adept at educating his customers about their options." 

The native of Great Britain grew up outside of London and graduated from the University of Plymouth with a degree in Business Information Management Systems.

"Whether they are buying their first home or have gone through the mortgage process many times, my focus is on explaining the details of the transaction and making the process seamless," Mearman says, "after first always understanding both their financial and life goals. I am excited to join the First Community Mortgage team. Its tailored, personal approach to the mortgage process is a great fit for me and for my clients.

Away from the office, he is a huge soccer fan, enjoys CrossFit and coaches his two sons' soccer teams and is a season ticket holder for Atlanta United. Mearman and his wife Kim and their family reside in Marietta.