First Heritage Mortgage’s Joe Dunn Appointed to the Virginia Appraisal Board by Governor Youngkin 

FAIRFAX, VA – October 31, 2024 – First Heritage Mortgage is proud to announce that Joe Dunn, a Senior Loan Officer and Executive Vice President of the company’s Southern Virginia Region with over 31 years of experience in the mortgage lending industry, has been appointed by Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin to serve on the Virginia Appraisal Board. Joe is the only lender selected for this prestigious four-year appointment, where his extensive industry knowledge will provide unique insight into the appraisal process and support the board’s mission to ensure professional standards and protect the public in Virginia. 

The Virginia Appraisal Board is responsible for upholding the health, safety, and welfare of the public by licensing qualified appraisers and enforcing professional conduct standards. Joe’s appointment is a testament to his years of dedicated service to borrowers and lenders in Virginia. Throughout his career, Joe has committed to maintaining and promoting fair lending practices, recognizing the critical role that professional, accurate appraisals play in the housing economy. 

“I am very excited to be appointed to this board by the Governor of Virginia,” said Joe Dunn. “In my 31+ years in the lending industry, it is very important to my business and our housing economy to have licensed and qualified individuals performing appraisals to ensure that our borrowers and our lenders are protected. Having the best available professional opinions of value is key to making sound and fair lending decisions.” 

Joe’s expertise and practical understanding of the industry will help guide the board’s decisions and strengthen its commitment to protecting all parties involved in real estate transactions across Virginia.