Panelist
Panelist
Ms. Bonnie Stewart
Vice President/Senior Loan Originator CalCon Mutual Mortgage
Bonnie is a highly skilled, top-producing loan originator with over 25 years of experience in mortgage lending. Ranked in the top 10% of loan officers nationwide, she has a proven track record of success, maintaining an impressive 98% closing ratio of pre-approved buyers throughout her career.
Specializing in residential lending—including FHA, VA, Conventional, Jumbo, and a variety of niche programs—Bonnie is dedicated to empowering her clients through education, providing detailed insights and sound financial advice tailored to their unique homeownership goals. Her commitment to exceptional service ensures that clients receive loan solutions that best fit their personal and financial needs.
Bonnie has made a significant impact in the Affordable Lending space, specializing in affordable homeownership initiatives. She is highly experienced in down payment assistance and grant programs, helping buyers access upwards of $60,000 toward their home purchase. As the top-producing loan originator for organizations such as Invest Atlanta, Atlanta Housing Authority, and Atlanta Land Trust, she has played a key role in advancing affordable housing efforts in the region.
In addition to her hands-on work with homebuyers, Bonnie is a recognized advocate and thought leader in the mortgage industry. She regularly collaborates with housing agencies, nonprofit organizations, and real estate professionals to expand access to homeownership opportunities for underserved communities.
Bonnie is a licensed NMLS loan originator and Vice President at CalCon Mutual Mortgage. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business from Northeastern State University and is an active member of several industry organizations, contributing her expertise to initiatives aimed at promoting financial literacy and equitable access to home financing solutions.
Bonnie’s philosophy is simple yet powerful: “Do your best for each client you serve, regardless of loan size.” Her passion for helping individuals achieve the dream of homeownership drives her to deliver outstanding results with integrity and professionalism
Speaking at
Tue Feb 25
3:30 PM — 4:30 PM (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time
Hilton Atlanta, Grand Ballroom A, Level 2
Closing the Racial Homeownership Gap
Homeownership among Black, Hispanic, and Native American households remains lower than that of white households across all U.S. states. This panel will explore how data-driven actions and targeted strategies can help close this gap. Specifically, we will examine the critical roles of assessments and appraisals, the opportunities created by strategic partnerships and proactive investments, and how the real estate community is developing better offerings to support local wealth creation.