Oklahoma City’s
Mortgage Professors
We’re not a 1-800 number. Professor Lending’s Oklahoma team partners with 25+ of the nation’s premier lenders to find you the best rate — with real, local advisors in your corner from pre-approval to closing.
Meet Conner —
OKC’s mortgage team
Conner McMakin is an Oklahoma native and OU grad — Boomer! He serves buyers across Oklahoma City, Edmond, and the broader metro as Professor Lending’s Oklahoma Regional Manager. With experience at AmeriSave Mortgage and PNC Bank, Conner brings institutional knowledge and a deep understanding of the local market to every transaction.
Before joining the mortgage industry, Conner served as a pastor in West Michigan. That background — patience, clarity, genuine care — shapes how he works with every client. No runaround. No pressure. Just straight answers.
Why OKC homebuyers choose
a broker, not a bank
A bank offers one set of products at their rates. Professor Lending partners with 25+ of the nation’s premier lenders — evaluating pricing across all of them for every loan. That competition works in your favor. Conner and Chris know the OKC market, the neighborhoods, and the local dynamics that affect what your budget can actually buy.
See How We Work →Every program.
One broker.
From first-time buyers in Edmond to veterans near Tinker AFB to investors adding to their portfolio — we have the right program for your situation.
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Common questions from
Oklahoma City, OK buyers
No. Conventional loans start at 3% down, FHA at 3.5%, and VA or USDA loans require zero down for eligible borrowers. We also have down payment assistance programs. We’ll match you to the right fit — not just the easiest approval.
Absolutely — VA loans are one of our most frequently used programs in the OKC market. Zero down payment, no mortgage insurance, and competitive rates make the VA benefit exceptionally powerful. Conner knows the VA process inside and out and can verify your eligibility same-day.
Yes. Several communities on the outskirts of the metro — including parts of Canadian, Grady, and Logan Counties — may qualify for USDA’s zero-down program. Eligibility is based on the specific property address. We can verify any address for free in minutes.
A bank offers one set of products at their own rates. As an independent broker, Professor Lending partners with 25+ of the nation’s premier lenders — leveraging established relationships to access pricing and programs that retail banks simply can’t offer. We work for you, not a quota.
Most clients have a pre-approval letter within 1-2 hours of submitting their application with required documentation. We are always committed to reviewing within 24 hours.
Yes. Professor Lending holds Oklahoma Broker License MB017351. Conner McMakin (NMLS #1488182), Chris Gibson (NMLS #2734348), and Aidan Sims (NMLS #2721963) all serve Oklahoma clients directly. Aidan is an OBU alum and brings additional local roots to the team.
Ready to buy in Oklahoma City?
Let’s find your best rate.
Free quote. No credit pull. Pre-approval in 24 hours or less.