Duane Buziak

“Duane was the first person to reach out to me when I first started looking for loan information when buying my first house. From the first call I knew he was extremely knowledgeable and connected with the right people to make home-buying an efficient process. He walked me through all the details, how things worked, and explained it to me so well. On top of that, he was friendly and made me feel like I was talking to a buddy, rather than a salesperson. Highly recommend Duane to all going through the loan process, ESPECIALLY new home-buyers like me who are less than familiar with how it all works.”

“Duane and his team made our home purchase process the easiest we’ve been through over the years. The knowledge combined with the lightning fast response times to any question we had made us feel comfortable at all times, and always kept us informed throughout the entire process. 5 star service and 5 star results!! I would highly recommend giving him a call for your next purchase!!! Thanks Duane!!!”

“I have sold and purchased many homes over the years, and this this transaction with Duane was the best I've ever experienced! From beginning to end, he kept me updated immediately through the entire process. Duane is available day and night. Impeccable customer service and attention to detail! HIGHLY recommend!!”

“I worked with Duane during the purchase of my first home. The level of care, attention to detail, and professionalism demonstrated by Duane and his team far surpassed my expectations. As a first-time home buyer, I really appreciated his honesty and transparency throughout the mortgage process. His team stays on top of every detail and is there for you every step of the way to answer any questions and address any concerns. I highly recommend Duane and his team.”

“What can you say about Duane that everyone hasn't already stated? He's incredible. If communication is important to you, then look no further. He takes as much time as needed to ensure proper expectations are understood on the application, lending process and closing! Truly incredible response times with Duane. I've worked with lenders in the past who took 2 or even 3 days to get back with a few questions I had. 15 out of 10 recommend Duane Buziak! Thank you!”

“As a realtor in Charlottesville i give Duane highest ratings. His passion is the buyers and realtors he works with diligence 7 days 18-20 hrs day. My buyers also adore him with his rates, knowledge , creativity and passion to please A realtor of 42 yrs who in past owned RE/MAX franchise gives him best mortgage lender Ive worked With. Continued success ”

“Duane has done a lot for me as I work through a complex economic environment and try to find a pre-retirement home in any of three states. Cannot thank Duane enough!”

“Duane has been absolutely fantastic to work with - we are closing on a refinance this week that Duane worked his tail off to fit us! Super appreciative of him, and I'd recommend him to anyone looking to get a mortgage or refi. He took such great care of us!”

“Duane and his team are fantastic! They are always incredibly responsive and available to assist with anything you need. It was our first home purchase and Duane made the process simple and enjoyable. We closed right on time. I can't recommend Duane & his team highly enough!”

“I am so glad we got to work with Duane on the purchase of our new house! He made himself available at all times and was always quick to respond to any questions I had. Duane was able to answer any of my questions and explain the process. He worked tirelessly throughout our purchase through closing. His straightforward approach was easy to work with for me and I would highly recommend Duane to anyone looking for a mortgage! Top Notch dude too! Thanks Duane, I appreciate your work.”

“I have had the best experience with Duane! He knows his stuff and teaches you along the way. I got an outstanding interest rate and I feel like I have a new friend too! Thank you Duane for helping my home ownership dreams come true. His entire team was great to work with. Even the title company lady said they were fantastic on her end too! I will be telling everyone about Duane! He is the real deal!”

“I had referred two past clients to Duane and both times, they reported back with glowing reviews. On top of that, I have reached out to him on several occasions with questions and he is the BEST at communicating! It doesn't matter on what platform - text, phone, PM, whatever. Duane will always respond and gets the job done. I will continue to recommend Duane for mortgage needs. His personality is the cherry on top!”

“I was in a unique situation ... a licensed realtor buying my own home. So I used Duane as a realtor and was at the same time, a client. What a fantastic experience! Duane is 24/7, as he says. Anytime we had a question about the loan process, he made himself available. If he did not have an answer, he would go above and beyond to go find the answer! He was super prompt with responses. He knows the loan products very well and will compete with anyone. If he cannot offer the best for the client, he will refer them out. That is not something many in the business will do. The process was smooth and the communication was outstanding through each step. I loved his commitment to get us to closing on time. And for the first time ever in our home buying experiences, we had the loan officer show up at closing! He truly cares about his clients and his efforts did not go unnoticed. Thanks, Duane for the best home buying experience we've had in our 20 years if being a home owner. You do truly rock!”

“There are not enough positive things I an say about Duane. The biggest concern for any Realtor or consumer is wondering if your interests will be forefront or if the person you are working with is only looking out for themselves. Consistently, time after time Duane puts the people who seek loans through him in the best position possible while informing them along the way, even if that means sending them somewhere else where they are connected with a capable connection. When Duane says a transaction is going to go through he does everything in his power to make it happen; and his track record proves it. He is completely focused on putting together high quality packages that help people realistically achieve their goals without puffing things up. He's a straight shooter and stands behind his work. You couldn't ask for someone more solid. He's available and helps others make connections in their businesses too.”

“As a lifetime business coach I relish working with someone as savvy as Duane. He knows how to market, how to add value and deep sell the benefit. Ultimately Duane connects with people in a way very few can. Business success in the financial field such as Duane excels in is closely mirrored by that ability to truly connect, planting sincere roots. Cannot recommend him any higher. If looking for someone with not only the knowledge and passion but a genuine interest in helping you or your company succeed there simply is no better or more highly driven individual”

“Hands down the best in the business. Not just dripping in knowledge conviction purpose and passion but the ultimate care level to get things done. Duane is a marketing genius, a pure visionary that has put every company he works for on the map. I never heard of Movement Mortgage, but I know Duane. Even my attorney colleagues talk up Movement now as a result! If Duane decides they are good enough to work for then they are good enough for me to send referrals to. I don't know how they lassoed you in at Movement but give props to them for I am sure you are paying heavy dividends”

“Whenever I think mortgage I think honesty, integrity, communication, respect and knowledge. No is more deserving of these accolades. Duane's work ethic is ridiculous! The breadth of his background outpaces anyone else in the business. He will obviously go far with that passion for helping people which is always on display. Duane is the only one I entrust sending my people to. Any smart company should make it their emphasis to hold onto him for life”

“I really appreciate that Duane is available weekends! Real estate is not a Monday through Friday occupation! He always answers instantly and does his best to pre approve the clients I have sent him. His customer service is excellent and I totally recommend his services!”

“I can highly recommend Duane for all your mortgage and refi needs. I have only known Duane a short time but his passion in this business is rare and Duane is there to find the loan that Is best for you and makes the most sense. Duane has gone door knocking with me for listings and leads which none of my other lenders have even replied to when asked to come. He will show you he is not the ordinary lender and has a different approach that he is here to help. Duane will work hard to find the right loan for you as well as his attention to detail is outstanding. He is still following up on leads that are months old knowing every client is important. Duane is always willing to talk to clients on your schedule and knows this business runs all hours. If you are looking for a lender who is a cut above the rest then just give him a call as I think you will be presently surprised... Mark ”

“Duane is one of those lenders every realtor looks for. He is passionate, honest and an excellent communicator. If you are looking for a great lender with great programs who will not only get the job done, but make your clients feel like they were treated exceptionally, Duane is the lender you have been looking for! My last client called me just to say how much he enjoyed talking with him and looked forward to working with him. Now that's customer service.”

“I have had the pleasure of networking with Duane over the past few months in various networking groups. His energy level and charisma are off the charts. What a pleasure it has been to get know this hard worker. If you haven't sat down with Duane, you should. He will work hard to help you meet your goals and achieve your dreams in the finance industry. Before that happens his positive attitude will make you smile! ”

“Duane is a high energy, get the job done professional. He reaches out and stays in contact. I look forward to doing business with him soon!”

“I am happy to report that, thanks to your persistence, my Turtle Creek listing is under contract. The buyer is using the loan officer at Union Bank that you found for me. You had nothing to gain but good will on this one yet you spent parts of 2 days working on it!!! Wish all in our industry were as professional and helpful.”

“Duane is top notch. He is very professional, very proactive, and an excellent communicator. You can definitely trust him to be take care of you from start to end and beyond. He's an excellent connector and will work hard to get you the solutions that you need in a timely way. Serving his clients is his ultimate priority - he will go over and beyond the call of duty to help you reach your goals. You can't go wrong with this superb loan officer and I am privileged to be able to do business with him. ”

“Duane is someone who makes a immediate impact in the professional and volunteer communities with a generous and positive spirit! I have had the pleasure to work with him in a business networking group, as a volunteer on New Year's Eve, and his enthusiasm is contagious, his intelligence is humble, his commitment is unwavering, and his record of success is rich. He is a rare professional gem that is created by the many years of his academic and business achievements who can make an organization shine bright!”

“Duane is the definition of a "go-getter" and uses his excellent communication skills, combined with his powerful networking abilities, to find solutions to challenges that may arise. Duane comes from contribution and is the first to lead in creating events for his local community. Above all, Duane is a man who exemplifies character, dedication, and integrity. I believe Mr. Buziak will be an asset to the company who is fortunate enough to have him on their payroll. ”

“Not sure how this works as never did this before but here's what I have to say. Even though I don't know banking or finance, I know what makes someone I trust. Duane you are the most trusted person I know and I sent you my friends and family. I can't say that about many other bankers. Every time I send you someone you take care of them, they rave about you as go out of your way to make sure they are treated right. Your knowledge and your passion is without hesitation some of the best I've seen. If you don't have the answer you find someone who does and than always follow up. The reason I refer you and can't wait til your working again so can refer you again is because you are the best at what you do. But more than that they entrust you and so do I. That should say a lot about who you choose to bank with.”

“To whom it may concern: I first met Duane online, through a mutual friend on Facebook. He was new to the area yet seemed to be more plugged in already to local goings on than I was – and I’ve lived here for more than 15 years. In the few months since first becoming acquainted with Duane, I’ve been impressed by how quick he is to connect with people and be a resource for further connection – he’s introduced me to other people who share my interests, which is so helpful. He started an online community in Charlottesville dedicated to providing a calendar for events – and is always promoting, talking about what’s happening and what he’s going to. I’ve learned about a lot of new restaurants (and some old ones), concerts, and markets from his site. He is plugged in, always positive, and a fabulous resource. Duane appears to me to be the ultimate community builder. He is open to ideas, willing to share what he learns, and knows how to generate excitement. Sincerely Nica Waters ”

“Most of my experience with Duane has been related to various business networking groups. Duane is an energetic, enthusiastic individual who has a wonderful grasp on networking. There is no doubt in my mind that he can quickly and effectively get a company's message out into the community!”

“Duane would be a remarkable asset to any company. His drive and passion show in whatever task he is presented with. He has amazing people skills, strong ties to the community and that unique ability to close the deal.”

“Dear Sirs and Madams, There are people that come in to your life that you know from the moment that you meet them that they are different from most everyone else that you know. They stand out in the crowd. Duane Buziak is one of those people. He naturally draws people to him making everyone feel welcome and having a winning attitude. Duane holds himself to a higher standard and you can see that in the way that he interacts and communicates with people. He has that charisma that draws people to him when they are looking for guidance, to work with him, to participate in community activities. He has a welcoming demeanor and great attitude towards life. Duane has the right mindset and takes responsibility for being a leader professionally as well as in the community. He is a man of his word – he does what he says he will do. In today’s world, that is a major benefit for any business to have. He sees the big picture while still being able to focus on the details and knows how to gain people’s trust. He is a mentor and a leader. What Duane learns, he shares and teaches with others. He helps other to be a better just by knowing him. Duane is deeply committed and connected to the community. He networks with everyone regardless of their status and promotes causes that benefit others. He builds lasting relationships that create mutual respect and friendships where each benefits. Duane would be a great asset to any company. He is an upstanding, trusting person that lives life with passion. Sincerely, Angela Gurley ”

“Duane Buziak is a fantastic bank manager! Every time I went into the Charlottesville Capitol One, he made me feel at home. He was warm and friendly and always helpful. He met all of my customer service needs quickly - and always with a smile on his face. He seemed to love what he did, and was clearly good at it. He brought a positive, lively energy to the Charlottesville branch.”

“Cannot express enough gratitude for the business acumen and dogged determination of Duane to get me started with my new business. He not only helped critique my plan but put me in touch with all the right people and even got me to the right hands for financing when everyone was saying no. Duane is highly intelligent, very driven, and personable as they come. I cannot recommend him highly enough! Duane will prove a very prized asset and a tremendous resource with intelligence and savvy not often seen these days”

“Duane is one of the most personable bankers I've ever had the pleasure of meeting! He genuinely cares for the people around him, and at one point, after just meeting him, he volunteered to help with a fundraiser we had for the Roar on the River. That was greatly appreciated, and hopefully, we'll see him again soon in spite of the distance due to his promotion.”

“Duane is incredible to work with. Knowledge, passion, extremely personable. I am not sure how else to describe Duane's impact on me personally as I needed business and marketing advice other than 1) he truly cares and cares deeply about me and my business and 2) he knows his business (all angles) better than almost any other bank manager I have ever worked with. What else can I say about someone that acts more like a vested partner more than a banker?”

“While almost every business owner on the planet claims to put his/her clients' needs above their own, Duane Buziak is one of who actually does. He's blesed with a warm personaltiy, tremendous creativiity, initiative and excellent follow-through.”

“Duane is one of the hardest working people I have ever met. Once he sets his mind to doing something for you he always delivers. He is very focused on customers and lives by “doing the right thing” for them every time. I entrust Duane to not only deliver on his word but also to go above and beyond what is expected. He has a penchant for making things work, delivering the best value possible and is very ethical, something that separates him in this business. Duane es sumamente trabajador. Es un hombre de palabra y tiene un enfoque dirigido hacia sus clientes para lograr y recomendar lo mejor para ellos. Tengo plena confianza de que Duane cumple su palabra y que hace todo lo necesario para lograr sus compromisos. Todo esto en un marco ético inquebrantable, característica que lo diferencia de los demás.”

“Duane is an outstanding individual in both his personality, business relationships and referal partnerships. Duane has sustained an open mind in the market, using and recommending innovative solutions to his clients making his attributes a valuable assett in the marketplace. I would highly recommend Duane in business. He brings value and innovation to your business while establishing and building an enduring relationship with his clients.”

“I worked with Duane when he was with BB&T. He is a hard-working, detail oriented person who is looking out for the best interests of his clients. I recommend Duane to all of my clients that are opening new businesses.”

“I was looking for a job and Duane was very helpful in assisting me in my search. In part because of Duane's help I was able to get a substitute teaching position in Henrico County and can now work toward becoming a full-time teacher. I would recommend Duane to any individual or business who is looking to streamline their business operations,become more efficient,and compete in today's challenging marketplace. Sincerely, Gary Workman”

“Duane is an incredibly dedicated individual. He works hard for his clients and has worked to make himself a one-stop shopping point to help make his customer's lives easier. Duane has been a wealth of knowledge and has helped with leads and solid introductions to clients that would require my services - building win-win situations for all involved.”

“Duane provided my client a quick and effective solution. I was impressed by his dedication, attention to detail and turn around time on the proposal. Professional in every way.”

“Duane is one of the hardest working people I know He is always there to help his clients and is a great person to network with. Open and honest with a great sense of humor.”

“One thing I have learned about Duane is that he will try his best to assist you however he can. Sometimes, that is all a person can ask of another and know that there is sincerity behind the 'try'.”

“I have nothing but great things to say about Duane, he is great with customers and is diligent to find how to meet there needs. I appreciate the foot work he has done for me and I highly recommend him professionally and personally.”

“Duane is one of the hardest working and committed people I have met that does Merchant Services. Duane's background and experience is a key to why I am happy to recommend him to any client that needs Merchant services anywhere in Virginia.”

“If you're looking for someone who truly values your relationship and someone who will do everything possible to reciprocate and help you... Duane Buziak is that person. I met Duane when he visited my BNI group and shortly after for coffee. Duane hired my previous company to do a job for him and he's stayed in touch ever since. Even with this little amount of interaction, Duane has consistently referred me and kept my best interest in mind by looking for opportunities to get me more business. I highly recommend Duane as a business and networking partner.”

“We are a local firm and have met with Duane to discuss what our businesses could provide for each others clients. He is sincere in his desire to provide his clientele with good payroll and merchant service options.”

“Duane is customer focused, a professional, and very passionate about the products and services he represents. Duane is definitely be at the top of my list of people in the Merchant Services industry to consult with.”

“I would not hesitate to refer business to Duane Buziak. I have been very impressed with his high level of customer service and knowledge base. I look forward to continuing to work with Duane in the future.”

“Duane Buziak is someone who any company seeking to be more cost efficient and effective needs to meet. He is excellent with follow-up and will ensure you receive the highest level of customer service in the market. Duane not only cares about your company or business, he cares about you. Duane has been in the banking and financial business for quite some time and his experience speaks for itself. I would definitely recommend Duane to my clients and therefore I am also recommending Duane to you!!! Give him a call today!!!”

“Duane is serious and intelligent man who follows through on his word and is both honest and forthright in his business dealings. I enjoy working with Duane in networking environments and he is good for adding interest and cohesion to any conversation. I had a particularly memorable experience working with Duane where he did not know the answer to a question I posed to him--and it was not a simple question. He continued to dig and research until he found an answer and he kept me updated all along the way. Duane is expert at what he does and he knows when to refer or defer something to someone else. Duane's primary concern is with achieving mutual success--he is a very win-win oriented professional.”

“Duane has an uncanny ability to leave a wonderful first impression. With not only his command presence and vast financial knowledge, but with a light-heartedness that projects trustworthiness and dependability. It is clear why Duane carries such a stellar reputation.”

“Duane has helped my wife and I with an Equity Line and was extremely knowledgeable and moved the process forward expeditiously and professionally. I strongly recommed Duane for all of your banking needs!”

“When Duane started working with us, I was instructed to train him on our program's tasks. He was in just a short time not only taking on many of the tasks; he was also making suggestions on how to improve things. If you know Duane, you quickly realize that he just doesn't take any job for the moment. He learns, absorbs, takes charge, and improves anything in front of him. If he didn't love the banking industry as much as he does, I would try to drag him to my team.”

“I worked with Duane at Bank of America as a Recruiting Coordinator (for Tellers) while he was the Banking Center Manager (hiring manager) for a very busy and lucrative store. Duane is the consummate professional who develops strong relationships with his employees and customers. His unending spirit and desire to succeed with the ability to instill the same in his employees is phenomenal. He is fair, just and makes work fun. He is a great asset to any company.”

“While on my team at Paloma Systems, Duane exhibited resourcefulness, a keen analytical mind, and the desire to do whatever was necessary to serve the customer. I appreciated his attention to detail and spirit of cooperation. If there was something that needed to be "fixed" I only needed to turn Duane loose on it. It was a loss for the project, and for me personally, when he finally moved on to another opportunity. I highly endorse Duane.”

“Duane is one of the most hard working, motivated and dedicated managers I've ever encoutered. Duane's innovation and initiative enabled him to consistently exceed expectations as a Banking Center Manager at Bank of America. His ability to lead by example and with heart endeared him to his employees - enabling him to lead them to breakthrough performances. Several of Duanes employees have moved on to leadership positions in other areas of the company - a direct reflection of Duane's dedication to growing and developing his employees.”

“Innovative, driven and intelligent describe Duane. His ability in managing and influencing teams to not only reach, but exceed their goals has been recognized by the financial institutions that have entrusted him to do so. Duane intuitively knows how to get projects completed and deliver stellar results. You would definately want him in your corner.”

“Duane is outstanding. With experience in both banking and retail, he really understands his banking clients. He's outgoing, driven, and personable. You're going to like working with Duane.”

“Great guy. i banked with bank of america and he sure knows his stuff and what the client is looking for?”