Welcome Home At First Heritage Mortgage, we understand that your home represents peace of mind for your family, a sense of community belonging, and in many cases, your most significant financial investment. Work with our team of lending experts for greater simplicity, honesty, and fairness throughout the mortgage process. Our History Founded in 1996, First Heritage Mortgage was designed to be the premier source of mortgage financing in the Washington DC metro area. By working hard to prove ourselves on every loan, we have gained a reputation for our ability to provide innovative mortgage solutions, customized to the unique needs of each borrower.