New Britain, CT – December 6, 2010 – The McCue Mortgage Company received the University of Connecticut’s 2010 “Family Business of the Year” award at a ceremony at the University’s Storrs campus on December 1.

The award is given annually by the University Of Connecticut School Of Business as part of their Family Business Program. This year hundreds of nominations were received according to Program Director Priscilla Cale. “McCue Mortgage’s application rose to the top, showing outstanding achievements in business success, positive family/business linkage, and contribution to community and industry…key criteria in the evaluation process.” said Cale.

Other criteria for the award included demonstrating family involvement across multiple generations. Founded in 1949 by the late William D. McCue and now operated by his son William J. McCue, the company is in its second generation of family leadership. The third generation in the person of Katherine A. McCue will soon assume the primary leadership position.

“This award recognizes our company’s 60 years of commitment to our customers and the communities we serve,” noted President William J. McCue. “The many years spent building a business that serves Connecticut families positions us well for continued success in the future.”

Company President William J. McCue with daughter Katherine A. McCue who will soon assume the primary leadership position of the company.

About the McCue Mortgage Company

The McCue Mortgage Company, with headquarters in New Britain, CT, is a leading provider of mortgage lending services in Connecticut, employing 80 mortgage professionals. Founded in 1949, McCue Mortgage has a long history of helping Connecticut homebuyers at every level of the financing spectrum, from first-time homebuyer to those refinancing their mortgages. The Company caters to the needs of all borrowers, providing conventional, adjustable rate, FHA, VA, and CHFA loans. McCue Mortgage closes over $600 million in loans annually, and services approximately 11,000 homeowner’s mortgages, representing over $1.5 billion. For more information please visit www.mccuemortgage.com or call 800-382-0017.