Kevin Brierton - Branch Manager CLA, CMPS, NMLS 599873

Your No Excuse Lender

As YOUR NO EXCUSE LENDER, we provide clear communication, great follow-up, and on-time closings—no excuses. Our mission is to empower families and partners with a more confident mortgage experience. We’re not just here for the pre-approval and loan process; we’re committed to guiding our clients for the next 30 years, helping them grow wealth through smart mortgage strategies

Clear. Consistent. On-Time. = No Excuses

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Kevin Brierton Team

The Kevin Brieton Team is committed to helping our clients grow their wealth and better understand their holistic financial situation, not just to give them debt. 

Whether you need a Conventional loan, FHA loan, VA loan, Jumbo loan, Reverse Mortgage, Renovation loan, Home Equity Lines of Credit ( HELOC ) or a non QM Portfolio loan we are here to educate and serve you! Learn more about Loan Types

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You Deserve More.... You Deserve a No Excuse Mortgage Process

Are you sick of excuses from lenders & banks? We are too!

We have built a No Excuse Mortgage Process backed by a No Excuse Promise designed to provide an process that provides clear communication, great follow up and on time closings with no excuses.

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Families Not Files

Our loan files are titled FAMILIES rather than "files" because the team understands that a family trusts us behind all that paperwork.

We work towards getting these families a place to call home now and into the future. Kevin Brierton Team is here to create lifelong clients with our world-class services.

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FREE Mortgage Payment Calculator & Mortgage Rate Updates

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Why Your Home Equity Still Puts You Way Ahead

If you’ve seen headlines about home prices dropping, it’s easy to wonder what that means for the value of your home too. Here’s what you really need to know. Even with small price declines in some markets, data shows you’re likely still way ahead. And that’s thanks to your home equity. The Relationship Between Home Prices and Equity Home…

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Are Builders Overbuilding Again? Let’s Look at the Facts.

If it feels like you’re seeing new construction signs pop up everywhere, you’re not wrong. Builders have been busy. And it’s left some people wondering: Are we overbuilding like we did right before the 2008 housing crash? No matter what you may hear in the news, there’s no reason for alarm. In reality, data shows builders aren’t racing ahead, they’re…

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The New “Location, Location, Location”: Borrow Smart, Repay Smart™

For decades, real estate success was defined by one phrase — location, location, location.But today, the smartest homeowners and advisors know the game has changed.The new mantra is Borrow Smart, Repay Smart™. True financial success isn’t about where you buy — it’s about how you borrow, manage, and repay. The old “location” used to refer…

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The VA Home Loan Advantage: What Every Veteran Should Know Right Now

If you’ve served in the military (or if your spouse has), you have access to one of the most powerful homebuying tools out there. The chance to buy a home without having a down payment. Unfortunately, 70% of Veterans (that’s 7 out of every 10) don’t know about this benefit, according to Veterans United. And that’s a big…

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Inside Lending: Affordability Improving, Buyers Notice.

Affordability Is Improving—And Buyers Are Taking Notice

Inside Lending – Week of November 10, 2025 QUOTE OF THE WEEK “When we ask for advice, we are usually looking for an accomplice.”—Saul Bellow, Canadian-American writer   NATIONAL MARKET UPDATE Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist noted that in the current market, on a median-priced home, a homebuyer could “save thousands annually compared to earlier this year,…

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What a Government Shutdown Really Means for the Housing Market

There’s been a lot of talk lately about how a government shutdown impacts the housing market. You might be wondering: Is it causing everything to grind to a halt? The short answer? No. The housing market doesn’t stop. It keeps moving. Homes are still being bought and sold, contracts are still being signed, and closings are still…

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Rates Down, Inventory Up—Buyers Regain Leverage

Inside Lending – Week of November 3, 2025  QUOTE OF THE WEEK   “Most of what we call management consists of making it difficult for people to get their work done.”—Peter Drucker, Austrian American management consultant   NATIONAL MARKET UPDATE September’s Pending Home Sales index of signed contracts on existing homes was unchanged for the month, and…

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🏡 The Emotional Home vs. The Financial House

Most people buy a home with their hearts—but it’s the house that impacts their financial future.Borrow Smart University teaches that understanding the difference between these two perspectives is one of the first steps to becoming a truly informed homeowner. The Emotional Home Your home is where you live your life. It’s where your family grows,…

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Thought the Market Passed You By? Think Again.

If you stepped back from your home search over the past few years, you’re not alone – and you’re definitely not out of options. In fact, now might be the ideal time to take another look. With more homes to choose from, prices leveling off in many areas, and mortgage rates easing, today’s market is…

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Winter 2025 / 2026 - Buying & Selling Guides

Thinking About Buying a Home?

The process of buying a home can be overwhelming at times, but you don’t need to go through it alone.

You may be wondering if now is a good time to buy a home…or if interest rates are projected to rise or fall. The free eGuide below will answer many of your questions and likely bring up a few things you didn’t even know you should consider when buying a home.

Simply fill out the form below to receive your copy of the eGuide, and feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.

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Thinking About Selling Your House Soon?

It’s difficult to know when is the best time to sell, or how to get the most money for your house, but you don’t need to go through the process alone.

You may be wondering if prices are projected to rise or fall…or how much competition you may be facing in your market. The free eGuide below will answer many of your questions and likely bring up a few things you haven’t even thought about yet.

Simply fill out the form below to receive your copy of the eGuide, and feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.

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