San Ramon, CA and Ann Arbor, MI, February 6, 2025 – Gold Star Wholesale (“Gold Star”) and ARIVE are excited to announce that Gold Star has joined ARIVE as its 20th integrated lender partner, further expanding the platform’s robust offerings for independent mortgage professionals. By leveraging this partnership, brokers gain direct access to Gold Star’s versatile product suite, competitive pricing, and service-first approach through the ARIVE platform - enabling them to close loans more efficiently while providing even more options to their borrowers.
“At Gold Star, we know brokers need more than great rates—you need a trusted partner who prioritizes your success and makes the loan process as seamless as possible,” said Christian Butterfield, Vice President of Third Party Originations at Gold Star. “For brokers already using ARIVE, this collaboration delivers effortless access to our competitive pricing, versatile product lineup, and common-sense underwriting designed to help you close loans faster. For those new to Gold Star, we look forward to introducing you to a dedicated team committed to personalized support and your long-term success.”
The ARIVE platform, designed exclusively for independent mortgage professionals, offers a comprehensive suite of technology solutions that simplify loan origination, lender marketplace access, and pricing transparency. By adding Gold Star to its integrated Lender Marketplace, ARIVE continues to expand broker choice and create seamless connections between originators and top-tier lending partners.
“We are thrilled to welcome Gold Star to the ARIVE platform,” said Harish Tejwani, CEO of ARIVE. “Gold Star’s commitment to service, efficiency, and competitive pricing aligns perfectly with our mission to empower independent mortgage brokers with the best tools and lender partnerships available. This integration further strengthens our platform’s ability to provide brokers with the resources they need to succeed.”
Gold Star-approved brokers will immediately gain access to their products and pricing within the ARIVE platform, with additional integrations to follow. Brokers who are not yet approved can explore Gold Star’s prospect pricing in the ARIVE marketplace lenders section. To sign up with Gold Star and access their comprehensive product lineup, brokers can visit: Wholesale.goldstarfinancial.com/arive.
About Gold Star Wholesale:
Built by brokers for brokers, Gold Star Wholesale offers more than competitive pricing and fast underwriting—it delivers a service-oriented culture focused on long-term partnerships. Our industry-leading portal, LaunchPad, simplifies loan management with an intuitive interface, while our “white glove” service ensures a seamless experience from registration to closing. Gold Star Wholesale’s journey is one of ambition, innovation, and resilience. Founded in 2000 by Dan Milstein—a former broker with firsthand industry insight—Gold Star began humbly and quickly rose to become a top mortgage wholesaler in the U.S., achieving the #1 broker ranking by the late 2000s. Combining cutting-edge technology with personalized support, Gold Star Wholesale empowers brokers to grow and succeed in a competitive market. We remain committed to delivering excellence, innovation, and trust every step of the way.
About ARIVE:
Arive, LLC (ARIVE) provides the industry’s first full-stack loan origination platform and wholesale marketplace for mortgage brokers and non-delegated correspondent lenders. ARIVE is supported by multiple top-tier lenders and industry leaders and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Wizni, Inc., an independent provider of creative origination solutions to top-tier lenders and financial institutions. To learn more, visit www.arive.com or contact our team at info@arive.com.