Sue Meitner holds the Residential Certified Mortgage Banker (CMB) designation, the mortgage industry’s highest professional credential awarded by the Mortgage Bankers Association. This certification reflects advanced expertise, proven experience, and a deep commitment to ethical leadership in real estate finance.
Because only a small percentage of mortgage professionals nationwide earn the CMB, it signals to homebuyers and real estate partners that Sue brings an exceptional level of knowledge, strategy, and reliability to every transaction. For buyers, it means greater confidence and clarity throughout the lending process. For agent partners, it means working with a trusted advisor who helps deals stay strong, competitive, and on track to close.
What Is a Certified Mortgage Banker (CMB)?
A Certified Mortgage Banker (CMB) is a prestigious professional designation in the mortgage banking and real estate finance industry awarded by the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) — the U.S. national trade association for mortgage lenders and servicers.
Key points about the CMB designation:
- It’s widely regarded as the highest professional credential in the mortgage banking sector, symbolizing advanced knowledge, leadership, ethics, and professional achievement.
- The designation signifies mastery across real estate finance, including loan origination, secondary markets, compliance, risk management, and executive leadership.
- Most CMB designees are senior in their careers — over 89 % hold vice-president roles or higher, reflecting high industry stature.
- Candidates must accumulate points through professional experience, education, industry participation, pass a rigorous written exam, and demonstrate expertise in an oral exam.