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Tim Hoban

Loan Officer
NMLS #144617
5.0 Rating (20 Reviews on Experience.com)

Scranton Branch
220 Penn Avenue, Suite 100
Scranton, PA 18503

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

Timothy Hoban was truly amazing to work with from start to finish. From day one, he treated our concerns as if they were his own and guided us through every step of the home-buying process. Even after closing, he continued checking in to make sure we were settling in well and were happy with our new home. One piece of advice he gave us early on has stayed with us: “Don’t fall in love with a house—only fall in like until it’s yours.” That simple perspective helped us stay focused, manage our expectations, and made the entire process much less stressful. Tim’s knowledge, honesty, patience, and genuine care made all the difference. He was always available to answer our questions, kept us informed every step of the way, and truly had our best interests at heart. My husband and I couldn’t be happier with our experience. We are incredibly grateful to Tim and his entire team for helping make our dream of homeownership a reality. If we ever refinance or purchase another home, we won’t go anywhere else. Thank you, Tim, for making this journey such a wonderful and memorable experience. We highly recommend you to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and trustworthy.
Amal H A.
SWOYERSVILLE, PA
July 28, 2026
Tim was great, helped every step of the way!
Katelyn L.
DALLAS, PA
June 9, 2026
He is a ROCK STAR!
SARAH M A.
TUNKHANNOCK, PA
June 4, 2026
The entire MyCity team did an excellent job . Very pleased
Ralph C.
Bluffton, SC
June 3, 2026
They were very prompt and providing me with the information I needed to obtain the loan. They were very pleasant to deal with.
Deborah Ann H.
DALLAS, PA
June 1, 2026
Tim and everyone on his team are very compasionate and knowledgable. They are very good at communicating what is happening throughout the process and made things easy for this first time home buyer!!!
Ida K.
Hanover Twp, PA
May 19, 2026
Great and easy experience!
Nichole C.
TUNKHANNOCK, PA
May 10, 2026
This was my 2nd mortgage with Tim. Both were easy and he always goes the extra mile during the loan process.
Cody C.
TUNKHANNOCK, PA
May 10, 2026
EXCELLENT!!!!
Anny Penelope L.
Avoca, PA
May 7, 2026
Very easy to work with, and there's a great team working with him.
Anthony L.
SOUTH ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA
May 4, 2026
Tim and team did great work behind the scenes securing the loan for my family. They provided clear timelines for me along way, which led to a successfull closing.
David B.
JIM THORPE, PA
April 29, 2026
Tim was available 7 days a week for us !!ready to help us with any questions we had.
Joy R.
Tunkhannock, PA
March 29, 2026
I had a great experience with Tim Hoban. He was professional, responsive, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Tim went above and beyond to help me every step of the way, and I truly appreciated his guidance and support. Highly recommend!
William M.
Kingston, PA
March 24, 2026
Tim was super helpful and answered all my questions! Timeframe didn't matter could be early or late he would answer or at a minimum let me know when he would get back. Great working with him!
Tannon Lejeric K.
Dupont, PA
March 17, 2026
I did not feel overwhelmed and they explained everything to me. And make sure I was understanding the process step-by-step. If I did not understand something, they did not make me feel uncomfortable to ask any questions. They answered all my questions that I needed. And made me feel very comfortable very nice and made sure I was happy with my decisions the process went very quickly and if I were to call or text or email, they would get back to me with a quick response i definitely recommend them to other people and had a great experience to the fact, I would definitely come back to them. If I need it to.
Tammy D.
Wilkes Barre, PA
March 16, 2026
As first time buyers, the process was made very understandable and easy to complete in a timely and user-friendly manner.
Christine Y.
Wilkes Barre, PA
March 15, 2026