Wells Fargo was originally conceived in New York in 1852, and has been operating here ever since. The New City branch is one of 26 home mortgage stores in New York. Its goal is to help you find the best option for your home loan. It can help you by figuring out how large a loan you are eligible for, and will give you a free pre-approval letter that will prove you're serious about getting into a new home. As the nations number one refinance and home buyer lender, it has the tools and experience to help.