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Interstate Home Loans and Over South Real Estate Team Up to Support Tunnel to Towers Foundation
At Interstate Home Loans, giving back to the community is a core part of who we are. Recently, Mortgage Loan Originator Eric Braun proudly partnered with Danielle McLaughlin of Over South Real Estate for an evening that combined networking, relationship-building, and charitable giving—all in support of a meaningful cause.
Danielle McLaughlin generously donated $500 to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, an organization dedicated to honoring the sacrifices of first responders, military service members, and their families. Inspired by her commitment to making a difference, Interstate Home Loans stepped up to match the donation dollar for dollar, bringing the total contribution to $1,000.
The Tunnel to Towers Foundation has a long-standing mission of providing mortgage-free homes to Gold Star and fallen first responder families, building specially adapted smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans and first responders, and helping America never forget the sacrifices made by our nation’s heroes. Supporting organizations that create a lasting impact is something both Interstate Home Loans and Over South Real Estate are proud to stand behind.
To celebrate their partnership and shared commitment to giving back, Eric Braun and Danielle McLaughlin gathered with colleagues and friends for a fun-filled evening at Topgolf. The event provided an opportunity to strengthen professional relationships, connect with members of the community, and recognize the positive difference that can be made when businesses work together toward a common goal.
The evening was a reminder that successful partnerships extend beyond real estate and mortgage lending—they can also create meaningful opportunities to support causes that matter. Through collaboration, generosity, and community involvement, Interstate Home Loans and Over South Real Estate demonstrated how local businesses can come together to make a lasting impact.
Interstate Home Loans is proud to support initiatives that strengthen our communities and looks forward to continuing partnerships that help make a difference, both inside and outside the homebuying journey.

