Supreme Lending, a nationwide mortgage lender, has expanded its Midwest territory with a new branch in Kansas City. Industry veteran Scott Somerville has been selected to manage it.
Somerville, who has built a reputation for fast, personalized service, has been originating residential mortgages for 17 years, according to a press release. He provides hands-on client service that includes meeting with every single client in person and being present at loan closings. Somerville has strong knowledge of the full range of government, conventional, non-conforming and jumbo mortgage products.
“Our goal is to go from application to final approval in under 20 days,” Somerville said in the release. “As a team, we routinely close loans in four weeks. The majority of our loans this year have closed in that timeframe. And, that includes all loans. We are not picking and choosing, leaving out more challenging loan types that typically can take longer. Not many competitors can say that.”
Somerville cites Supreme Lending’s advanced technology, open corporate structure and loan originator support as key factors in his quick turn times.
“We use technology to expedite the process and enhance the borrower’s experience, but we balance that with a personalized approach that includes face-to-face meetings and attending closing,” he said. “Buying a home is a major life event for most people. We’re there in person to celebrate that. It’s critical for me to be available to answer questions and provide explanations. My clients know they can rely on me.”
Scott Somerville plans to grow the Kansas City branch by adding more loan originators to his team over the next several years.