Home equity loans are a great way to gain some extra cash for home improvements, debt consolidation, or other big purchases you’re looking to make. Like any loan, it’s important to understand how a home equity loan works before getting one.
I have lived in Brighton for the last 25 years with my husband and twin daughters. Both girls are graduates of Brighton High School and Michigan State University and are nurses. We have loved living in Brighton and raising our family.
After many years of owning and operating a local fitness center, I set my sights on an even grander vision of how I could help people and thus entered the mortgage industry. My past experience has set me up for great success as a Mortgage Professional for the last 8 years by helping others achieve their goals. My focus has shifted from keeping my clients physically fit to financially fit.
My top priority is to help my clients by developing strong relationships and to understand their financial goals. Whether they are consolidating their debt, refinancing their home, or buying their first home, I want to educate them along the way, making the process as simple and pleasant as possible.
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Mortgage Center helped me get my first house! My MLO was super friendly and knowledgeable, and our closers were very helpful as well.
Madi W., Credit Union Member
We have worked with Mortgage Center for many years and for many different things. They are always on top of everything and do such an amazing job making sure you are satisfied with your loan. I would recommend them to anyone.
Joshua E., Credit Union Member
Our experience with the Mortgage Center was fantastic. The entire process from filling out the application to close went very smoothly and was so easy. Our team worked very hard to make the process as stress free and quick as possible. They were all very knowledgeable and kept us informed from start to close. I would absolutely recommend them!!
Mario G., Credit Union Member
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* $1,500 Closing Cost promotion is on purchase and refinance transactions and saves you $1,500 on the closing costs for your home loan. Borrowers are responsible for any third-party costs including but not limited to: title, tax certificate, and appraisal. Application must be taken between September 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025. Mortgage amount must be between $40,000 and $806,500 to be eligible. Mortgage rates current as of 08/26/2025, and assume a detached, owner-occupied property with a loan to value ratio of 75% and a credit score of 780. A loan with a 30 year term and an amount of $225,000 at an interest rate of 6.375% and an APR of 6.56% has a payment of $1,403.71 with 0 points due at closing. Payment does not include property taxes/insurances; actual payment will be higher. Up to date rate information can be found at mortgagecenter.com/laketrust/rates/.
Offer applies to Residential Conventional First Mortgages financed with Mortgage Center and excludes government loans, investment properties, home equity loans and HELOCs. This offer can only be used once in a 24-month time period. Offer may not be combined with any other promotion or discount. The promotion has no cash value. This offer is non-transferrable. Terms are subject to credit and mortgage approval. Other restrictions may apply.