Mike Buffler, a 13-year veteran of the entertainment banking industry, has joined Rate to provide flexible, strategic mortgage solutions for its athlete and musician clients nationwide. 

Based in Franklin, Tennesse, Buffler will use his expertise to offer clients broader access to home financing options. 

“Through my work with athletes and entertainers, I have had the privilege of advising borrowers and their management teams on how to incorporate leverage into their wealth strategies effectively,” Buffler said. “It is fulfilling to see an athlete retire or a musician return from touring, knowing they are returning to a home financed not out of necessity, but as part of a well-considered, strategic plan — one that ensures their financial future is built on a solid foundation.” 

“We are thrilled to welcome Mike Buffler to the Rate family,” Rate Chief Production Officer-East Jeff Nelson said. “With over a decade of mortgage lending expertise specializing in the sports and entertainment industry, Mike brings unparalleled knowledge and passion to our team.”