When the management team at Sidwell Mortgage Company formed its first partnership at a kitchen table in January of 1994, there was no way of knowing that over 25 years later we'd still be going strong. Yet here we are a quarter century later with the same team in place.

While musing on our 25th year in business we couldn't help but think if this were a traditional marriage (and in some ways business partnerships are similar) it would be the Silver Anniversary. Silver Anniversaries are symbolized by brilliance, radiance, and celebration of long term relationships.

We've enjoyed the ride and are excitedly looking forward to the next 25 years.

And just for good measure we thought we'd gift ourselves a bouquet of Irises -- the flower that celebrates 25 years. Kudos to us for surviving, and to you, our dear clients, who have entrusted us with what is often the largest transaction of your life, financing a home. We're grateful.