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Nick Zajaczkowski

Loan Officer
NMLS #426662

Warren Branch
9139 E Market St
Warren, OH 44484

CUSTOMERS Come First

Whether you dream about purchasing your first home, or third, we are here to help your homeownership dream become a reality—which is why we’ve made buying a home easier than ever with our leading-edge technology, alleviating piles of traditional paperwork.

When you work with Novus Home Mortgage, you can close on your home simply faster with our digital mortgage application process. 

Why Homebuyers Love Working with NOVUS

Buying or refinancing a home is a big decision. You deserve straight answers. No jargon. No guesswork. You get clear explanations, real guidance, and consistent updates from pre-approval through closing.

Your goals, budget, and timeline are unique, so your mortgage should be too. Whether you are exploring:

• Conventional financing
• FHA (Federal Housing Administration) loans
• VA (Department of Veterans Affairs) loans
• USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) loans
• Investment property loans
• Second home loans
• Construction loans
• And more!

We help you compare your options and choose a loan that fits your life.

You should never feel like just another name on a list. With Novus, you get a loan officer who truly listens, cares about your goals, and guides you through every step with clarity and support. We blend personal care with smart technology to make your experience easier long after the closing table.

Learn how to Buy Your First Home

Buying a home is a big step — and I’m here to make it easier. I’ll walk you through your options, answer your questions, and help you find the right loan to fit your life and goals.

Our Services

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Home Purchase Loans

Expert guidance through the home buying process
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Refinancing Options

Solutions to lower your interest rate or monthly payments
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Personalized Consultations

One-on-one meetings to discuss your financial goals
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Loan Program Guidance

Detailed explanations of different loan programs available

In Our Community

Our work doesn’t stop at helping families buy homes—we’re committed to strengthening the places we live and work. From sponsoring youth programs to supporting local charities, we’re proud to give back to our community.

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Proudly Giving Back

We volunteer, sponsor local events, and support programs that strengthen our community.
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Local Food Drives

We partner with local food banks to fight hunger, sponsoring community drives that help families in need.
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Youth Sports Sponsorships

We’re proud to support local youth sports programs, helping kids build teamwork, confidence, and lifelong skills both on and off the field.

Estimate your mortgage

See estimated monthly payments based on your loan details. Compare scenarios to find what best fits your budget.

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Steps to Easy Home Buying with Novus

Buying a home is a major milestone. You deserve a path to homeownership that feels clear and supported at every step. The Novus Path brings together experienced loan officers, innovative technology, and industry-leading knowledge in both traditional and Non-Qualified Mortgage (Non-QM) lending.

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Get Pre-Approved

A Novus pre-approval gives you a clear idea of what you can afford, helps you understand your loan options, and strengthens your offer when it is time to make a move.
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Explore Your Loan Options

From conventional, FHA, VA, and USDA loans to Non-QM, jumbo financing, and down payment assistance programs, we help you compare options and choose the one that fits your goals.
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Find the Right Home

With your pre-approval in hand, you and your real estate agent can focus on homes that match your budget and priorities. Your loan officer stays connected throughout your search to answer questions and offer guidance.
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Apply and Submit Documents

Our technology makes it easy to apply, upload documents, and see what’s next. Your loan officer will walk you through exactly what is needed and help you stay organized to keep your application on track.
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Processing and Underwriting

Our team reviews your file, verifies your information, and prepares your loan for underwriting. Underwriting is the step where a loan expert reviews your financial details to make sure everything meets the guidelines for your loan. We keep you updated throughout the process and let you know if anything else is needed to keep your loan moving.
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Closing, Getting Your Keys, And Beyond

Once your loan is cleared to close, you’ll sign your final documents and celebrate becoming a homeowner. Your Novus loan officer is here for you long after closing, whether you need answers, updates, or help with future financing.

Real Stories from Real Owners

Nick has always been transparent and trustworthy.
Amanda B.
North Jackson, OH
December 19, 2025
Nick was beyond awesome! He was extremely prompt on answering any questions I had along the way with my mortgage process and was there for anything I needed. I've already recommended him to family and friends and will continue to do so! Thanks again Nick for the easy, painless home-buying process!
Hayley A.
Pierpont, OH
December 15, 2025
Everything was fine
Rebecca D.
Warren, OH
December 14, 2025
We have gone through Nick for several mortgages and he has been great to work with every time!
David G B.
North Jackson, OH
December 11, 2025
Nick is a great Loan Officer
Lisa C.
Hubbard, OH
December 10, 2025
The way he explained everything to me on paper work for me to understand what was what
Keith D.
Youngstown, OH
December 10, 2025
Nick Zajaczkowski was very professional & understood how important it was for my fiance & I to close on the house in a timely matter. He did what he needed to do when responding to emails & explaining all the paper work he needed, in order to get the process to the finish line.Thank you Nick Zajaczkowski for all the hard work to help us purchase our first home.
Bgrace3308
Austintown, OH
May 19, 2022
I can honestly say that Nick Zajaczkowski first home buying experience a very pleasant one. From our first conversation he explained each and every option that was available to me and i never felt pressured into any decision. My phone calls were handled professionally and in a timely manner. And now that the deal is done i couldnt imagine it being any easier. And if i had any questions I would still feel comfortable calling Nick with any questions.Thanks for everything Nick
Beverlee Gearhart
Warren, OH
April 2, 2022
Nick made this experience extremely smooth and less traumatic than I’ve always heard it was. This is my first time purchasing a home and I was extremely nervous about the process but it was completely benign. When I was freaking out (for no reason) Nick understood and answered all my questions. He’s phenomenal and yes, he ALWAYS answers his phone!
Janis J.
Youngstown, OH
December 2, 2021
Nick was fabulous! I'm not that smart when it comes to all of this stuff and he made it easy and explained everything and was patient with all my questions…. And he's a nice guy.
Gccc44
Niles, OH
February 5, 2021
Nick taught me alot and went the extra mile to help. Because of that i got a super low rate. Ive never met anyone with a rate this low and it would not have been possible without Nick.
Alexcorley2525
Cortland, OH
October 2, 2020
I can honestly say Nick Zajaczkowski made my first home buying experience a very pleasant one. From our first conversation he explained each and every option that was available to me and I never felt pressured into any decision. My phone calls were handled in a professional and timely manner. All in all I really couldn't imagine my home buying process being any easier. Even now that the deal is done I would still feel 100% comfortable calling Nick with any questions. Thanks for everything Nick!! "
Christina Thompson
Warren, OH
February 26, 2019
Nick and the Waterstone team are absolutely amazing to work with. They truly were an answered prayer to me and my wife's initiative to start our first home purchase and first mortgage. I highly recommend this company to anyone that is looking for a great lender to help them with a home purchase. They are extremely professional, easy to work with, friendly, and are very helpful. Thank you guys again for making our very first home purchase a reality!
Seancbn
Grove City, PA
January 30, 2019
I would recommend Nick to everyone! I didn't have the greatest credit score when applying for pre approval.He told me exactly what to do to get it where it needed to be and a week later I was pre approved and signing a contract to purchase a home. During underwriting they asked for to be done and Nick knew exactly what to do to get me approved. Not only that he was very friendly and professional.I could contact him at anytime and he would respond quickly and answer any questions I had.In less then six weeks I went from thinking it wasn't possible for me to buy a home to closing on my home and it was all because of Nick's hard work.
Danielle
Newton Falls, OH
January 30, 2019
Nick was AMAZING to work with!!! The entire loan process of buying our new home was seamless! Outstanding communication; fast, easy, effortless experience! Would recommend Nick to family, friends, and anyone interested in buying! Nick and the team at Waterstone made the VA loan process truly stress-free. Don't believe the VA loan horror stories; just go see Nick and his team. Lower rate and less closing costs than we expected! Really a great experience!
Chuck & Toni Ciapala
Warren, OH
January 30, 2019
Nick at waterstone was super easy to work with and was very helpful for this first time home buyer! He was very knowledgeable and took time to answer all of our questions!
Painterlt
Grove City, PA
January 30, 2019