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Preferred Lender & Mortgage Loan Officer Partners
Trusted financing professionals supporting our REALTORS® and their clients. Select your market to see the lending partners who serve it.
Why a trusted mortgage partner matters
A strong loan officer does more than quote a rate. They pre-approve buyers so offers are taken seriously, match each client to the right loan program — conventional, FHA, VA, jumbo, or first-time buyer options — and keep everyone informed through underwriting so closings stay on schedule.
For our agents, a reliable lender partner means fewer surprises and a smoother path to the closing table. And because many of these relationships travel with you anywhere in Texas, a referral three hours away doesn't mean starting over with someone you've never worked with.
Find a lending partner in your market
Choose a Texas region to see the partners who serve it. Partners licensed statewide appear under every region.
Market Selector
Which market are you working?
Select a region below, or view partners licensed across all of Texas.
Showing all preferred lending partners.

Jeff Shealey
Branch Manager
Movement Mortgage
Statewide TexasServesAll Texas regions · Office in Greater Houston
Mobile: 832-867-6747
Email: jeff.shealey@movement.com
Web: justseejeff.com

David Clark
Mortgage Loan Originator
Motto Mortgage | Odyssey
Statewide TexasServesAll Texas regions · Office in Greater Houston
Mobile: 281-748-4585
Email: david.clark@mottomortgage.com
Web: Motto Mortgage Odyssey – Kingwood

Ava Morrison
Loan Officer
Lend Mortgage, LLC
Statewide TexasServesAll Texas regions · Office in Greater Houston
Mobile: 936-499-0744
Email: ava@lendmtg.com
Web: avalender.com

George Shumate
Principal / MLO
Lend Mortgage, LLC
Statewide TexasServesAll Texas regions · Office in Greater Houston
Mobile: 281-726-6227
Email: george@lendmtg.com
Web: lendmtg.com

Jennifer Valdez
Senior Loan Officer
CMG Home Loans
Statewide TexasServesAll Texas regions · Office in Greater Houston
Mobile: 360-721-3779
Email: jenniferv@cmghomeloans.com
Web: Jennifer Valdez – CMG Home Loans

Cristi Voan
Loan Originator
Motto Mortgage | Odyssey
Statewide TexasServesAll Texas regions · Office in Greater Houston
Mobile: 281-223-4494
Email: cristi.voan@mottomortgage.com
Web: Motto Mortgage Odyssey – Kingwood
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We're actively building our partner network here. In the meantime, reach out and we'll help make a connection — or select Statewide Texas to see partners licensed across the entire state.
Contact UsAre you a lender who works this market?
Preferred partner positions are limited by category and by region. We look for responsiveness, a track record alongside real estate agents, and a willingness to support our agents through education and training.
How our agents use this list
A preferred partner list is only useful if it changes what you actually do on Monday.
Build a short bench
Pick two or three you'll work with regularly, and actually meet them. A lender who knows how you operate catches problems before they reach your client.
Ask about the local market
Statewide licensing isn't the same as local familiarity. Appraisal timelines, windstorm and flood insurance, and survey practices differ across Texas — ask directly about the area your client is buying in.
Use it for referrals
When a past client relocates within Texas, select their new region here and hand them to a partner you already know instead of a stranger.
Frequently asked questions
How does the market selector work?
Choose any Texas region and the list updates to show the lending partners who serve it. Partners licensed to originate loans anywhere in Texas are marked Statewide Texas and appear under every region you select, so you always see the full set of options available in that market.
What does the Statewide Texas option show?
It shows only the partners who can originate loans anywhere in the state. Use it when you want to see the lenders whose reach isn't tied to a single region — helpful for referrals, relocations, and clients shopping across multiple markets.
If a lender is licensed statewide, does that mean they know my local market?
Not automatically, which is why it's worth asking. Licensing is statewide, but appraisal timelines, windstorm and flood insurance considerations, survey practices, and typical closing timelines vary meaningfully across Texas. Ask any partner directly about the specific area your client is buying in — a good one will tell you plainly where they're strongest.
What does a mortgage loan officer do?
They guide buyers through financing — pre-approval, choosing a loan program, submitting documentation, and coordinating with underwriting through closing.
When should a buyer get pre-approved?
Before house hunting. A pre-approval sets a realistic budget and makes an offer far more competitive.
Do I have to use a preferred lender?
No. These partners are provided as a convenience only. Buyers are always free to choose their own lender, and comparable services are available from other providers. No one is required to use any partner listed here.
What loan programs are available?
Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, jumbo, and first-time homebuyer programs, depending on the lender. Program availability, terms, and qualification requirements vary by lender and by borrower.
How does a lender become a preferred partner?
Partner positions are limited by category and by region. We look for responsiveness, a track record working alongside real estate agents, and a willingness to support our agents through education and training. Start with the partnership inquiry link on this page.
Does a partner pay to be listed here?
No. No partner listed on this page has paid any fee, or provided anything of value, in exchange for placement or referral. Inclusion is based on working relationships with our agents, not on payment.
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