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Advice for New Home Buyers
Do as much research as possible when selecting a real estate agent and mortgage loan consultant to work with. They are your trusted advisors when it comes to purchasing your home.
“We had an amazing experience working with Lori as our loan officer during the purchase of our first home! From start to finish, she was incredibly responsive, kind, and helpful every step of the way. As first-time homebuyers, we had a lot of questions, and she always took the time to explain everything clearly and make us feel comfortable throughout the process. Her communication, professionalism, and genuine care made what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and manageable. We truly appreciated all of her support and would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy a home!”
—Elaina from Hartland, WI
“Lori was exceptional at executing my loan. She was always available to answer any questions I had & extremely helpful in explaining certain terms of my loan that i was unfamiliar with. She is very patient with those that may be experiencing a "first time" situation. She made me feel confident that I was in the best hands, I thoroughly enjoyed working with Lori. ~Stephaney Scott ”
—Stephaney Scott from Ocean Isle Beach, NC
“Lori was incredible to work with as a first time homebuyer. She was very responsive to any and all questions. She went above and beyond with helping us navigate unexpected obstacles out of our control during the process so that we could still close on time. I am very grateful for Lori's support! ”
—juliaaacraig from Henrico, VA
“Lori was recommended to me by a friend when I first bought my home in 2024, and she helped me successfully close on my house. Recently, I worked with her again to refinance my home, and once again, she was there for us every step of the way. Lori is extremely knowledgeable, honest, and straightforward. She tells you upfront if something isn’t doable and always provides other options instead of wasting your time. She explains everything clearly and makes the whole process much less stressful. She is also very responsive and always available to answer questions whenever needed. If you’re looking for a professional, trustworthy lender who truly cares about helping you, I highly recommend Lori. ⭐”
—Prabhat Raut from Methuen, MA
“We were working with another lender for 2-3 months that had been messing up documents and purposely gouging us for money, when my neighbor recommended I reach out to Lori. As soon as we reached out to Lori it was game over for the other lender. Lori immediately cared more about ensuring we were taken care of and if this refinance made sense at all for us. Her early and consistent communication with information and honest recommendations was a breath of fresh air. There was none of this getting passed around to multiple people where the information is so disjointed that it purposely stresses you out to the point you almost give in. We had an absolutely wonderful experience working with Lori on our refinancing! From start to finish, she was knowledgeable, responsive, and incredibly thorough. She took the time to explain every step of the process, answered all of our questions with patience, and made what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and straightforward. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care truly set her apart. We are so grateful for her support and would highly recommend her to anyone considering refinancing!”
—Chucktown-Islanders from Johns Island, SC
“I cannot recommend Lori highly enough. I shopped my loan with multiple lenders and she consistently came back with the strongest combination of pricing, responsiveness, and expertise. What really stood out was her ability to navigate a complex transaction while keeping me informed every step of the way. She was proactive, transparent, and always quick to answer questions. When issues arose, she focused on solutions and kept the process moving forward. Beyond the numbers, Lori genuinely cares about her clients. She took the time to explain options, helped me evaluate tradeoffs, and made sure I was comfortable with every decision. I always felt like she was looking out for my best interests rather than simply trying to close a loan. If you are looking for a lender who is knowledgeable, trustworthy, responsive, and willing to go the extra mile, Lori is an excellent choice. I would absolutely work with her again and would confidently refer family and friends to her.”
—Maryann Wolf from
“Lori was great to work with throughout the mortgage process. She was very responsive, easy to reach, and always quick to answer questions. What I appreciated most was her professionalism and clear communication. She set clear expectations, stayed on top of every detail, and kept everything moving efficiently. She is knowledgeable, honest, and dependable, and I always felt confident in where things stood. I would definitely recommend working with her.”
—user4194065 from New Smyrna Beach, FL
“I was first-time home buyer and Lori went above and beyond to help me understand the entire process of buying a home. She was quick to respond no matter the time of day. She made me feel care for in all of her responses & earned my trust through the whole process. My seasoned realtor said Lori is one of the best lenders he's worked with. I highly recommend working with her :). ”
—Sierra Lindman Marsh from Pasadena, CA
“Lori was truly amazing throughout the home-buying process. As a first time homebuyer, Lori’s guidance was invaluable. Compared to other lenders we spoke with early on, Lori stuck out due to the time and care she took to work with us, understand our situation, and determine the best option for us. She answered questions that I didn’t even know I had and helped us understand every step of the process. When we faced some unexpected hurdles, Lori was extremely patient, understanding, and supportive. She was always eager to help and really went above and beyond to help us figure everything out and ensure that we were able to close on time, even with a tight timeline. I cannot recommend her more highly! ”
—Hannah Schroyer from Henrico, VA
“It my second time working with Lori. She is the Greatest Of All Time. She is the type of person that will always make a difference. She will always protect you, look for the best option. She is always available, she always responds and she lives for her clients. This is my second property where she has help me and every communication made me feel like if we were family or best friends. She comply with the time goal that are set. She does everything PERFECT and make things happen. ”
—James Rivera from Spring Hill, FL
“Live daringly, boldly, fearlessly.” “Look for the best in others. Treat others the way you want to be treated. Choose positive influences. Speak words of kindness. Forgive yourself and others.”
My favorite sports teams are the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals and the Green Bay Packers.
I have been playing tennis since I was 5. I went to high school in Iowa and I am a two time state doubles champion in tennis.
UMKC – (University of Missouri – Kansas City)
It is on my bucket list to visit every continent. I have visited Europe and Asia thus far and the experiences I had while visiting those countries have been life changing for me.
Helping my clients with one of the most important financial investments they will make. I love all aspects of the home loan process but my favorite part is getting to know each client and being available to answer any questions that they have day or night
I was born in Ames, Iowa and I lived there until I was 10. I then moved to Red Oak, Iowa until I graduated high school. I have been living in Kansas City since 2002.
I love to work out which includes; playing tennis, doing yoga or circuit training at the gym. I also enjoy spending time with family and friends and I love to travel.
I have been a mortgage loan originator since 2005 and that has been by far the most interesting job I have had. Every day is difference since you get the opportunity to work with so many different clients across the US.