About Travis Tjaden
Advice for New Home Buyers
Take your time with the find and talk with your loan officer every step of the way.
Timely, available, and trusted
“Great experience; I have already started working with Travis on financing another project. This will be the 4th closing with him. I find him professional but approachable.”
—Joel Braman from Denver, CO
Awesome
“So, my wife was trying to re-fi for lower rates...she kept getting bad run around service. When she told me I reminded her Travis was our man to go to. And just like an old friend he came thru in record time. So, she will remember to ask Travis to take care of us. ( sorry she forgets a lot)”
—Charles & Maryann from Clarkdale, AZ
Great service, fast hassle-free closing
“We had a wonderful refinancing experience with Travis at NBKC bank recently. He was not only very professional but also prompt at responding to our queries and providing helpful suggestions. I would highly recommend Travis and NBKC bank for great rates and a hassle-free closing.”
—Puja Upadhyay from North Ridgeville, OH
Outstanding lending customer service
“I am very pleased with NBKC and Travis. This is my second transaction with NBKC and with Travis. My positive first experience gave me the impetus to do a repeat transaction. Was able to get a rate lock during the first call itself - less than 20 minutes with estimate of closing costs. Travis smoothened the process of getting to a successful close within the agreed upon timeline and ensured I was updated continuously throughout the process. He is extremely responsive to questions and clarifications. I will, unhesitatingly, recommend Travis and NBKC for home mortgage and refinance.”
—Jake K from Salem, OR
Our lender for life
“Once you find someone who is easy to work with, he's a keeper. This is our second mortgage with Travis and hope this last one is the last mortgage for us, but if not, we've got Travis' number! Thank you, Travis, for being professional and responsive to our needs.”
—hidalgoel from Albuquerque, NM
Always Attentive
“This is our 3rd loan we have completed with Travis and, as always, he is attentive to detail, available, and closes on-time. Travis is our go-to guy now and is patient to explain each part of the process. He makes it about as easy as it can be with the amount of paperwork involved in such large transactions. Thank you for another great experience, Travis!”
—Stacie from Lake Havasu City, AZ
Travis Tjaden
“Travis Tjaden was absolutely great to work with and explained everything I did not understand every step of the way. He is patient, positive attitude, informative, considerate of my time and was responsive to any/all questions I had about the loan, rates, process, filling out forms, etc. He was responsible and emailed me financials quickly and efficiently. He will give you a variety of options and perspectives if you ask him but does not pressure you into a commitment until you are ready. A friend of mine recommended him having had a great experience with him. I also checked out other lenders offering similar deals but felt like Travis was the most honest and forthcoming. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a loan.”
—jlum737 from Honolulu, HI
Professional, friendly & competent!
“Travis took care of everything we needed to get our loan refinanced. He always responded to our calls/emails immediately. Our process was quick and smooth. This is our second time working with him, and we would highly recommend him!!”
—sandiedugas from Parker, CO
Get to know Travis
What is your motto or personal mantra?
Hard work pays off.
What is your favorite sports team?
My son's 3rd grade football team the Cardinals.
What is something that people would be surprised if they knew about you?
In my free time I enjoy a good fiction book.
What's your alma mater?
Northwest Missouri State University
What is on your bucket list?
Build a shop at my house.
What aspect of your job are you most passionate about?
Resolving obstacles with minimal stress to my client.
Where did you grow up?
Rolfe, Iowa on a 320 acre farm.
What are some of your hobbies?
Camping, Fishing, ATV riding, Wake-boarding, Coaching Wrestling and researching.
Before working at NBKC, what was the most unusual or interesting job you've ever had?
My most interesting job was in the abatement line of work of clearing old building of hazardous materials. Many buildings I worked in had been abandoned for decades. While clearing them out we would find all sorts of interesting things—like a large sealed off floor in a 16 story building, or a lost picture.