SOUTHAMPTON — The Applied Mortgage team of HMA Mortgage will open the doors to its new space, designed to better serve and support the community, this month. The business invites community members to attend its open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, April 30 from 4 to 6 p.m. at 15 College Highway, Unit A, Southampton.

The Applied Mortgage team of HMA Mortgage has relocated to a new, first-floor space that offers improved accessibility, greater visibility, and a more open, welcoming environment. The new location supports a hybrid approach to mortgage services by enhancing virtual capabilities while maintaining a strong in-person experience. The updated layout also allows the team to host educational workshops, community events, and industry gatherings, further strengthening its role as a local resource and connector.

The event will include light refreshments, a flower truck from Finch Flower Co., an interactive photo backdrop, a testimonial video station, and an official ribbon-cutting ceremony, offering attendees an opportunity to connect, celebrate, and experience the new space firsthand. This event is free and open to all guests; however, attendees are encouraged to RSVP by clicking here to reserve a spot.

“This move was very intentional,” said Lindsay Barron LaBonte, branch manager of the Applied Mortgage team. “We wanted a space that truly reflects how we serve people today: flexible, accessible, and built for connection. Our new location allows us to meet clients where they are, whether that’s virtually or in person, while also creating room for education, collaboration, and community events. We’re excited to open our doors in a way that feels more visible, more welcoming, and more aligned with the future of how people buy and own homes.”

NORTHAMPTON — The Applied Mortgage team, a branch of HMA Mortgage, wrapped up 2025 with a fourth quarter filled with a series of community-focused events and initiatives, continuing their commitment to giving back and strengthening local connections.

The quarter began with HMA Volunteer Day, during which the team organized and participated in Habitat for Humanity’s Build Day in Greenfield. Team members rolled up their sleeves to help provide safe and affordable housing for families in need.

Next up, the Applied Mortgage team, together with HMA Mortgage, hosted a Lunch and Learn session titled “Inventory Starts Here: Renovation and ADU Strategies,” offering valuable insights for homeowners and industry professionals. The team also supported the inaugural YPS Up Next Summit as a sponsor. Branch Manager Lindsay LaBonte participated on the “Shaping Leaders, Shaping Community” panel, sharing expertise and perspective on leadership and community engagement.

The team is also a year-long community partner business sponsor of Look Park, with LaBonte also serving on the park’s development committee and as a Look Society donor.

Throughout the quarter, the Applied Mortgage team also sponsored numerous additional events across the region, including the RE/MAX client appreciation event at Fern Valley Farms in Wilbraham, the United Way Franklin & Hampshire Region annual kickoff breakfast, the Montessori Children’s Fair, Friends of Children’s Artisan Market, Dollars for Scholars, Give ’em the Bird 5K benefiting the Easthampton Community Center, Moonlight Magic in Shelburne Falls, the Northampton Rotary Children’s Christmas Party and Festival of Trees, and the Hot Chocolate Run for Safe Passage.

Another community initiative that continued was Applied Mortgage’s Local Love Days, which launched in mid-2025 with the goal of supporting small businesses and fostering community connections. During the quarter, Local Love Days featured two events: a caramel apple giveaway at Sally’s Sweet Shoppe in East Weymouth and an evening of shopping, sipping, and snacking at Spill the Tea Sis in Northampton, complete with a gift with purchase from the Applied Mortgage team.

Team members also showed their community support by attending several community gatherings, including the Easthampton Chamber’s Coffee & Connections and Networking at Night, the Amherst Area Chamber’s After 5 and A+ Awards Dinner, the Franklin County Chamber breakfast, Cooley Dickinson’s eighth annual donor appreciation breakfast, and the Massachusetts Conference for Women in Boston.

In addition, they shared their community spotlight and industry knowledge when requested for media appearances with the “Roads Less Traveled” podcast, “Mass Appeal,” the “Mortgage on My Mind” podcast, and Northampton Living magazine.