We believe homeownership is foundational to strong families. These families make great neighbors and communities, which is where we live with our very own families, so we've got a vested interest in your success.
But we know homebuying and financing can be stressful and frustrating. We've heard the horror stories. The common themes are unfortunately not uncommon: no communication, no transparency, no consistency, and no expertise. That's why our founder decided to start Professor Lending. After a decade in various roles in the mortgage industry, he couldn't overlook them anymore. It was time to create a new solution.
Ever since, our team has been committed to eliminating the horror stories of home buying. You shouldn't need your own PhD in finance to buy a home for your family (that's why we have one!). It should be our job to solve mysteries, not create them. At Professor Lending, we build trust, respect, and a future for our community. We want to leverage your home for your family's current and future success by educating and empowering you.

Jordan Steffaniak is President and Founder of Professor Lending. He has over a decade of experience in the mortgage industry, helping to close thousands of loans. He has a PhD, ThM, MDiv, and is currently working on an MBA from UNC Wilmington. He got his start in mortgage at AmeriSave Mortgage before moving to PNC Bank and then to Enact M
Jordan Steffaniak is President and Founder of Professor Lending. He has over a decade of experience in the mortgage industry, helping to close thousands of loans. He has a PhD, ThM, MDiv, and is currently working on an MBA from UNC Wilmington. He got his start in mortgage at AmeriSave Mortgage before moving to PNC Bank and then to Enact Mortgage Insurance. His varied experience has uniquely equipped him to help you on your home-financing journey. Jordan has been happily married to Sarah since 2015 and they have three boys. He also leads an educational non-profit that he co-founded in 2019 which includes a University Press.

Conner McMakin is the Oklahoma Regional Manager and a Loan Originator for Professor Lending with years of experience in the industry (AmeriSave Mortgage and PNC Bank). He served as a pastor in West Michigan before moving back to Oklahoma. His diverse skill sets make him especially equipped to serve people in finding the most helpful mortg
Conner McMakin is the Oklahoma Regional Manager and a Loan Originator for Professor Lending with years of experience in the industry (AmeriSave Mortgage and PNC Bank). He served as a pastor in West Michigan before moving back to Oklahoma. His diverse skill sets make him especially equipped to serve people in finding the most helpful mortgage products for their unique financial situation. Conner and his wife Emily have been married since 2014 and have three children. Conner is licensed in Michigan, Oklahoma, and Indiana.

Chris Gibson is a Loan Originator with Professor Lending. Chris has decades of real estate experience, specializing in investment properties. Chris has a PhD from Gateway Seminary and is also a counselor and provides genuine care for those in need. Chris is licensed in Oklahoma.

Aidan Sims is a Loan Originator at Professor Lending. Aidan currently is a middle school Bible teacher at Village Christian Academy in Fayetteville, NC and he also serves as the Student Director at his church. Aidan is from North Texas and is married to his wife Katie. He enjoys doing almost anything outdoors, reading books, and going to the movies.

Robb is Director of Strategic Partnerships at Professor Lending. Robb lives in Wake Forest, NC but is from sunny central Florida where he grew up on the beach. He is currently finishing a PhD in Old Testament. He is married with two daughters and prefers to spend his free time with them exploring nature, watching a good movie, or visiting
Robb is Director of Strategic Partnerships at Professor Lending. Robb lives in Wake Forest, NC but is from sunny central Florida where he grew up on the beach. He is currently finishing a PhD in Old Testament. He is married with two daughters and prefers to spend his free time with them exploring nature, watching a good movie, or visiting the Public Library. In addition to spending time with his family, Robb has many hobbies: exercising, reading, hanging out with friends, traveling, and more.

North Carolina (Broker License: B-224880)
Michigan (Broker License: FL 0026522)
Florida (Broker License: MBR7822)
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Oklahoma (Broker License: MB017351)
Virginia (Broker License: MC-8044)
Pennsylvania
South Carolina
Texas
Colorado
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