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Heather Ducker is a Producing Branch Manager with CMG Home Loans, NMLS #544769. Eugene Branch NMLS #2476492, 2911 Tennyson Avenue Suite 304, Eugene, OR 97408. Mortgage services are offered through CMG Home Loans and are subject to applicable licensing, qualification, underwriting and program requirements. Equal Housing Opportunity.
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