COLUMBUS, Ohio—Dec. 16, 2008 -- Residential Finance Corporation (RFC) (http://www.residentialfinance.com), a nationwide mortgage lender specializing its latest round of promotions as the company continues to expand operations.

Residential Finance Corp. Senior Vice President, David Stein, said, "Despite the current economic climate, Residential Finance Corporation provides attractive FHA refinance options to a growing number of qualified borrowers who are taking advantage of today's lower interest rates. As the company continues to grow, we are widening departmental infrastructure and are pleased to announce the promotions of Marcus Hitt as Customer Service Coordinator, Celso Oliveira as Marketing Analyst, and Andrea Rower as HR and Legal Compliance Coordinator. These individuals will help support our fast-paced marketing and maintain our ongoing commitment to delivering fast and exceptional service to our borrowers."

Celso Oliveira has been promoted to the position of Marketing Analyst, overseeing lead distribution and performance analyses for the mortgage lender. Oliveira received an MBA in Marketing from Pepperdine University, and holds an undergraduate degree in Information Systems from The Ohio State University.

Marcus William Hitt has been promoted to the position of Customer Service/Legal Compliance Coordinator.

Andrea Rower has been promoted to HR and Legal Compliance Coordinator, to coordinate administrative functions of the Human Resources and Legal Compliance departments.

About Residential Finance Corp.  

Residential Finance Corporation (RFC) is the nation's premier home mortgage company specializing in refinance. Founded in 1997 and now serving 26 states, RFC is "Full Eagle" certified by the FHA, offering refinancing borrowers the security and great rates of government-insured home mortgage loans. RFC's investor relationships include some of the nation's largest and most diverse investment banks. From headquarters in Columbus, OH and numerous regional offices, RFC employs hundreds of knowledgeable Home Loan Consultants dedicated to helping consumers find the right home mortgage loan--with the best mortgage rates, terms and costs--to meet each homeowner's unique needs, including individuals with less-than-perfect credit, and those who may have been turned down by other lenders.

For more information, contact Residential Finance Corporation, at 800-930-7334.