Mortgage Broker | Wake Forest, NC | Professor Lending
Professor Lending
Professor Lending Independent Mortgage Broker · 14 States

The HomeFinanceProfessors

Clear guidance. Smart options. Confident decisions.

We’re an independent mortgage broker—we work for you, not a bank’s quota. We shop 25+ lenders to find the best rate and the right loan for your family’s specific situation.

25+
Lenders shopped for every borrower
40+
Years combined real estate experience
$0
Hidden fees. Ever.
Professor Lending
Jordan Steffaniak
Jordan Steffaniak, PhD
Founder · Mortgage Professor
“You shouldn’t need your own PhD to buy a home for your family. That’s why we have one—it’s our job to solve mysteries, not create them.”
VA Loans FHA Loans Conventional USDA / Rural DSCR Investor Loans Doctor Program Down Payment Assistance Self-Employed Programs Farm & Land Loans New Construction Debt Consolidation VA Loans FHA Loans Conventional USDA / Rural DSCR Investor Loans Doctor Program Down Payment Assistance Self-Employed Programs Farm & Land Loans New Construction Debt Consolidation
Pre-approval in 24 hours or less
No hidden fees—ever
Free quote—no credit pull required
We work for you, not a bank

A broker who fights for you, not a bank’s quota

Banks offer one set of products. We shop the entire market—25+ nationwide and local lenders—to find you the best rate and terms for your specific situation, every time.

We believe homeownership is foundational to strong families. We live in these same communities and have a genuine vested interest in your success. That’s not marketing—it’s why we built this.

Meet the team →
01
Seasoned

40+ years of combined real estate experience. Expert guidance that helps you qualify smoothly and avoid surprise delays at closing.

02
Straightforward

No hidden fees. No bait-and-switch. A transparent process from application to keys in hand—you’ll always know where things stand.

03
Strategic

We explain every option in plain language so you can make a confident, informed decision—not just accept what a banker pushes.

04
Swift

Pre-approval in 24 hours or less. We don’t work 9–5 because you don’t either. Fast closings, clear communication.

Solutions for every situation

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Meet your Mortgage Professors

Full bios →
Jordan Steffaniak, PhD—Founder
Jordan Steffaniak, PhD
Founder & Mortgage Professor
NMLS #2353843

PhD, ThM, MDiv. Founder of Professor Lending with 10+ years in mortgage and a genuine commitment to borrower education and transparency. NMLS #2353843.

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Aidan Sims—Mortgage Professor
Aidan Sims
Mortgage Professor
NMLS #2721963

VA loan specialist serving military families throughout the Cape Fear region. Bible teacher and community servant. NMLS #2721963.

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Chris Gibson, PhD—Mortgage Professor
Chris Gibson, PhD
Mortgage Professor
NMLS #2734348

PhD. 20+ years real estate experience as owner and professional. Serving OK. NMLS #2734348.

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Chandler Warren—Mortgage Professor
Chandler Warren
Mortgage Professor
NMLS #2768159

PhD Cand. Knoxville, TN where he pastors. Helping clients navigate the process from application to closing with clarity and care. NMLS #2768159.

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Robb Coleman, PhD Cand.—Director of Strategic Partnerships
Robb Coleman, PhD Cand.
Strategic Partnerships
NMLS #2801523

Director of Strategic Partnerships. PhD Cand. in Old Testament. Based in Wake Forest, NC. NMLS #2801523.

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Homeowners: What’s your home worth?

Track your home’s value, equity, and loan details every month—powered by Homebot. See the real impact of extra payments, refinancing, or selling.

Buyers: Find your next home

See what you can afford, browse listings, and get personalized guidance on your home search—no pressure, no obligation.

Have a rental property in mind?

See the short-term rental income potential for any address—a quick way to size up a property before you buy.

We serve borrowers
across 14 states

Professor Lending is actively licensed across the Southeast, Midwest, and Mountain West—and adding more. Don’t see your state? Reach out and ask.

NC
North Carolina
SC
South Carolina
FL
Florida
AL
Alabama
MI
Michigan
IN
Indiana
ID
Idaho
OK
Oklahoma
TX
Texas
PA
Pennsylvania
CO
Colorado
AR
Arkansas
VA
Virginia
TN
Tennessee
NM
Pending
GA
Pending
MO
Pending

Applications submitted for NM, GA, and MO.  Don’t see your state? Ask us →

Did You Know?
14 states
licensed & growing
+3 more pending — NM, GA & MO
NMLS 2644699

We don’t just lend here.
We live here.

From the Wake Forest 4th of July to local markets and realtor events—we’re out in the community because that’s who we are.

Jordan Steffaniak speaking at Wake Forest Independence Day celebration
Wake Forest Independence Day Celebration
Professor Lending at local community event
Local Community Events
Downtown Wake Forest, NC
Jordan Teaching—AI & Homebuying Seminar
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Your dream starts here.
Let’s find your loan.

Free quote—no credit pull, no obligation. Pre-approval in 24 hours or less.

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