Finding a lender for first time home buy

[Jacob Willett]

I am looking to obtain pre-approval so I can start really searching for my first deal. However, as I am a student with an inconsistent employment situation, I expect this will present a challenge. I am looking for a lender that offers FHA loans so I can take advantage of the low down payment as I will be living in part of the property.

Have you had a great/ terrible experience(s) with a mortgage lender in the southwest Ohio area? How did you find your lender? Do you prefer large banks or small banks/ credit unions?