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Your Local CrossCountry Mortgage Loan Officer

Mike Johnson

  • Branch Manager
  • Mokena, IL Mortgage Loan Officer
  • NMLS # 2452395
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Finding and financing dream homes

Hi, I’m Mike, and I’m dedicated to making your mortgage a win! I love serving my Mokena, IL community as a loan officer, bringing homeownership dreams to life in the place I call home.

Whether you’re buying or refinancing, the mortgage process might seem stressful. But that’s not the case with CrossCountry Mortgage. My team and I have years of experience helping clients close with confidence. I’ll answer your questions in simple terms, help you through each step in home financing and do everything in my power to help you go from getting pre-approved to relaxing at home in no time.

With CCM, you get more than a smooth process – you get more mortgage options, too. We have client favorites like conventional, FHA, VA, and USDA loans, plus a selection of programs you won’t find anywhere else.

Ready to take the first step toward your homeownership dreams? Reach out to me and make your mortgage a win with America’s #1 Retail Mortgage Lender!

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The Fed dropped its benchmark interest rate.

What does this mean for you? Mortgage rates typically move in the same direction, although they aren’t tied directly to the Fed decision.

If you want to buy a home or refinance, understand your mortgage choices with a pre-approval. Getting ready now means you can move quickly when you find the perfect home or the rate that makes a refi work for you.

  • Get pre-approved for a purchase
  • Get pre-approved for a refinance
  • Calculate equity for a cash-out refi

Want to learn more about our expert take on lower rates?

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Buying Now Means Saving Later

Don’t fixate on rate

Get the home you want now. If rates fall in the future, you can refinance to the lower rate after 6 full payments. And, with a lender credit of up to $1,500*, you’ll save upfront and thousands down the line. 

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For full terms and conditions, visit ccm.com/buynowrefilater

Ready to Buy Your First Home?

Our wide range of mortgage options can help first-time homebuyers achieve homeownership with reduced down payments, closing cost assistance, or temporary rate relief. 

Financing options: 

  • Home loans with as little as 3% down 
  • Temporary buydowns to lower your mortgage rate at the start of your loan 
  • Down payment assistance from national and state programs 
  • Personalized home financing solutions 

Bonus: If your household’s qualifying income meets the standards for your county’s area median income, you may be eligible for a lower mortgage rate!  

Take the first step toward homeownership. Let’s discuss your options today. 

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It’s your time to buy.

Homebuying is always in season. You may be thinking of a first home. Or it could be time for a vacation home or investment property. Start now with a pre-approval and you’ll be ready to buy when you see what you want. No matter the home, we’ve got the loan.

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Frequently asked questions

  • 1. Pre-qualify for a home loan

    2. Check your credit report

    3. Meet with a CCM loan officer

    4. Establish your homebuying budget

    5. Get pre-approved

    6. Work with a real estate agent

    7. Find your dream home

    8. Submit your mortgage application

    9. Make an offer

    10. Get a home inspection

    11. Close your loan

    12. Move into your home!

  • It depends on the home loan. For example, conventional loans require a minimum credit score of 620. But VA and FHA loans may allow homebuyers to qualify with a credit score as low as 500. It’s important to note that lower credit scores often come with additional requirements or higher interest rates.

  • It typically takes a few months to buy a home. The exact length of the process will depend on the market, home and other financing factors.

    At CrossCountry Mortgage, we’re dedicated to making the mortgage side of homebuying smooth and stress-free – offering full approvals quickly through our FastTrack program.

  • First, let’s see if you qualify for certain government-back loans. If you are a Veteran or Service Member, VA loans require 0% down. Same goes for rural homebuyers with USDA loans.

    Second, talk to a CCM loan officer about local, state and national down payment assistance programs that may cover your down payment costs.

  • That is more about you than the market! You’ll want to consider if you are ready to take on the homebuying process and then calculate your purchasing power with a CCM loan officer. Once you know your homebuying budget, it’s time to house hunt and explore your desired community for the home of your dreams.

  • Before you find your dream home, it will help to have:

    • Your credit score
    • Proof of employment and income
    • Cash or assistance for a down payment
    • The right loan
    • A homebuying budget
    • An expert real estate agent
    • Your dedicated CCM loan officer

  • Refinance costs vary, but typically range from 2% to 6% of your loan amount. For example, refinancing a $300,000 mortgage may cost $6,000–$18,000. Costs include appraisal, title and lender fees. A CCM loan officer can help calculate your break-even point and long-term savings.

  • A cash-out refinance lets you replace your current mortgage with a new one for more than you owe — taking the difference in cash. Use it for renovations, debt consolidation, tuition, or unexpected expenses by tapping into your home’s equity.

  • Refinancing makes sense when you can lower your interest rate, shorten your loan term, switch to a fixed rate or access equity for cash. If your current mortgage no longer fits your financial goals, it may be time to refinance.

  • To refinance, meet with a CCM loan officer, review your credit, apply for your new loan and submit required documents. After approval, you’ll schedule a closing and start fresh with your new mortgage terms and payment structure.

  • You can typically refinance after six months, but timing depends on loan type, lender and your financial situation. A CCM loan officer can help determine if now’s the right time based on your equity, credit and current interest rates.

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