Cookies on BBB.org

We use cookies to give users the best content and online experience. By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to allow us to use all cookies. Visit our Privacy Policy to learn more.

Cookie Preferences

Many websites use cookies or similar tools to store information on your browser or device. We use cookies on BBB websites to remember your preferences, improve website performance and enhance user experience, and to recommend content we believe will be most relevant to you. Most cookies collect anonymous information such as how users arrive at and use the website. Some cookies are necessary to allow the website to function properly, but you may choose to not allow other types of cookies below.

Necessary Cookies

What are necessary cookies?
These cookies are necessary for the site to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you that amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in or filling in forms. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not work. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.

Necessary cookies must always be enabled.

Functional Cookies

What are functional cookies?
These cookies enable the site to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.

Performance Cookies

What are performance cookies?
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies we will not know when you have visited our site, and will not be able to monitor its performance.

Marketing Cookies

What are marketing cookies?
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant content on other sites. They do not store personal information directly, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser or device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.
Share
Business Profile

Mortgage Broker

Amerifirst Financial Inc

Headquarters

This business is NOT BBB Accredited.

Find BBB Accredited Businesses in Mortgage Broker.

About

Important information

  • Government Actions:
    Government Action: BBB reports on known government actions involving business’ marketplace conduct:
    California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation v Amerifirst Financial Inc

    The following describes a government action that has been resolved by either a settlement or a decision by a court or administrative agency. If the matter is being appealed, it will be noted below.

    On September 9, 2022, Amerifirst Financial Inc entered into a Settlement Agreement with the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation. The Agreement settles allegations that the business charged borrowers interest on loans for a period in excess of one day prior to the disbursement of loan proceeds in violation of Financial Code section 50204. Under terms of the order, the business is ordered to immediately discontinue the violations and immediately refund any excessive per diem interest that it charged borrowers along with interest at the rate of ten percent per annum. The business was ordered to pay an administrative penalty in the amount of $165,600.

    This action is final.

About This Business

This business offers mortgage services.

Business Details

BBB File Opened:
4/2/1990
Business Started:
5/11/1989
Business Incorporated:
5/11/1989
Type of Entity:
Corporation
Alternate Names:
Amerifirst Foundation
Amerifirst Financial
Business Management:
Mr. Eric M Bowlby, President / Director
Mr. Paul Klimke, Branch Manager
Mr. Kenneth Bowlby, Secretary
Ms. Sherlie Hindley, Operations Executive Assistant
Mr. Steve Larsen, CFO
Mr. German Salazar, Vice President
Mr. Richard Flanagan, Manager
Mr. Chip Larson, Regional Director
Ms. Lindsay Gin, Regional Director
Mr. J P Ciudad, Compliance Officer

Additional Contact Information

Principal Contacts
Mr. Eric M Bowlby, President / Director
Mr. Kenneth Bowlby, Secretary
Mr. German Salazar, Vice President
Mr. Chip Larson, Regional Director
Ms. Lindsay Gin, Regional Director
Customer Contacts
Mr. German Salazar, Vice President
Mr. J P Ciudad, Compliance Officer
Fax numbers
Primary Fax: (480) 344-1901
Other Fax: (480) 344-3001
Additional Phone Numbers
Other Phone: (480) 344-3676
Other Phone: (480) 682-6676
Other Phone: (480) 339-1561
Other Phone: (480) 289-7600
Other Phone: (480) 339-1585
Other Phone: (623) 217-2105
Other Phone: (480) 339-1406
Other Phone: (480) 682-6600
Other Phone: (480) 797-6092
Other Phone: (888) 597-8931
Other Phone: (480) 339-1840
Other Phone: (480) 339-1430
Other Phone: (602) 996-2424
Other Phone: (480) 718-2188
Other Phone: (928) 783-5343
Other Phone: (760) 212-2268
Additional Email Addresses
Primary: Email this Business
Complaint: Email this Business
Inquiry: Email this Business
Sales: Email this Business

Licensing information

This business is in an industry that may require professional licensing, bonding or registration. BBB encourages you to check with the appropriate agency to be certain any requirements are currently being met.

Additional Information

Referral Assistance
Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI)
2910 N. 44th Street, Ste. 310
Phoenix AZ 85018
Phone Number: (602) 364-3100
Fax Number: (602) 381-1225
https://difi.az.gov
consumers@azinsurance.gov

More Resources

BBB Business Profiles may not be reproduced for sales or promotional purposes.

BBB Business Profiles are provided solely to assist you in exercising your own best judgment. BBB asks third parties who publish complaints, reviews and/or responses on this website to affirm that the information provided is accurate. However, BBB does not verify the accuracy of information provided by third parties, and does not guarantee the accuracy of any information in Business Profiles.

When considering complaint information, please take into account the company's size and volume of transactions, and understand that the nature of complaints and a firm's responses to them are often more important than the number of complaints.

BBB Business Profiles generally cover a three-year reporting period. BBB Business Profiles are subject to change at any time. If you choose to do business with this business, please let the business know that you contacted BBB for a BBB Business Profile.

As a matter of policy, BBB does not endorse any product, service or business. Businesses are under no obligation to seek BBB accreditation, and some businesses are not accredited because they have not sought BBB accreditation. BBB charges a fee for BBB Accreditation. This fee supports BBB's efforts to fulfill its mission of advancing marketplace trust.