EAU CLAIRE, Wis. – Royal Credit Union (Royal) has been recognized as a recipient of the 2026 Freddie Mac Home Possible RISE Award in the category of HFA Advantage Greatest Volume.
The Freddie Mac Home Possible Recognizing Individuals for Sustained Excellence (RISE) Awards program annually honors organizations demonstrating excellence in affordable mortgage lending. Royal was recognized for helping make homeownership more accessible for borrowers in Wisconsin and Minnesota.
“We are proud to help individuals and families take the next step toward homeownership,” said Matthew Gerber, Vice President of Mortgage Lending at Royal. “Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions a person can make, and our team is focused on providing the guidance and support Members need throughout that journey.”
The RISE Awards program recognizes outstanding performance in the origination of Home Possible and HFA Advantage® mortgages, which are designed to increase access to affordable housing for low- to moderate-income borrowers.
This recognition reflects the combined efforts of Royal’s Mortgage Department and Lake Area Mortgage- A Division of Royal Credit Union.
