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Aaron Johnston
Loan Officer
NMLS# 209217
About me
HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN DOING WHAT YOU ARE DOING?
19 years
HOW DID YOU ARRIVE AT THIS BUSINESS? WHAT PATH BROUGHT YOU HERE?
I have been interested in personal finance for as long as I can remember. After studying finance in college, I started working in the banking industry. I quickly realized that I enjoyed building professional relationships with clients and helping them work through the process of planning their mortgage as part of their overall financial goals.
DESCRIBE THE MORTGAGE THAT YOU’RE MOST PROUD OF CLOSING.
The most recent one that has funded.
WHERE CAN WE FIND YOU WHEN YOU'RE NOT WORKING? WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE WAY TO SPEND A WEEKEND OR A SUNDAY AFTERNOON?
Spending time with my wife Jessica and kids Isla (9) and Parks (5), training at Beaverton CrossFit, socializing with friends, or punishing myself on a mountain bike at one of the great trails we have in the area.
ANY NONPROFITS YOU LOVE? WHY?
Make-A-Wish Foundation: Seeing what a granted wish can do for the many children and their families who are affected by life-threatening medical conditions is amazing. I love hearing stories on how Make-A-Wish Foundation is brightening the lives of those it serves. I have been fortunate enough, with the generous help of my clients, to grant seven wishes during the "Season of Wishes.” One for each seven that I’ve been involved with Make-A-Wish.
Keala Foundation: A program that inspires a community to support the youth of Hawaii. My wife and I visit Kauai as frequent as possible, and although it is paradise that we see, there are many challenges that youth in the area face, such as drug and alcohol abuse. This program provides year-round support to help empower kids to maintain a healthy life.
WHERE DID YOU GROW UP AND WHY AREN’T YOU THERE NOW?
I grew up in Florence, Oregon but I wanted to live in a larger city. I still enjoy visiting Florence as often as possible to see family and spend time on the great dunes, ocean and lakes.
WHY HAVE YOU CHOSEN TO LIVE IN PORTLAND? WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT PORTLAND?
Portland has the perfect mix of large-city amenities with a smaller-city feel, and it’s in a perfect location to do many of my free-time hobbies. There is always something to do here, whether it is trying a new restaurant or enjoying one of my favorite outdoor pursuits. In under two hours, I can be at the beach, in the mountains or on a great biking trail.
MY GREATEST LIFE ACHIEVEMENT IS…
I married my wife Jessica in 2008
MY GREATEST BRUSH WITH FAME WAS...
Tom Cherones (director of 81 episodes of Seinfeld, my all-time favorite show) came to a birthday party of mine in Florence when I was 24 or 25 and told everyone about crew members and deleted scenes.
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Testimonials
The team is nice, patient and helpful. Three qualities you really want when making this big of a decision. The full process felt clear from the start, and there was constant communication throughout so we always felt informed. Would highly recommend this team to our friends and family.
The consistent communication from your team.
Aaron was a huge help in our home buying process! He was very communicative, super helpful and informative, and overall made our first time home buying experience extremely smooth. Can't recommend his services enough!
As was stated above, we really appreciate the support and guidance that was provided throughout this process!
Aaron and his team always provide top notch service! I've used them for my own personal transactions and also refer friends, family and clients. Having been in the business for two decades, they know how to find the solutions that best meet your needs. Give them a call, you will be in great hands!
We recently had the pleasure of purchasing a second home, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional, thanks to Aaron Johnston and his assistant Amanda Harvey. Their professionalism and commitment to clear, consistent communication made the entire mortgage process remarkably smooth. They were always prompt and thorough in their responses, ensuring that we were well-informed at every stage. Most impressively, Aaron and Amanda were able to expedite the closing process by a week and a half, accommodating necessary repairs on the property. This adjustment not only saved us valuable time but also resulted in considerable financial savings, which we deeply appreciated. Their expertise and dedication transformed what could have been a stressful process into an enjoyable and seamless experience. We highly recommend Aaron and Amanda to anyone in need of a mortgage broker team that exemplifies excellence.
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