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Aaron Johnston
Loan Officer
NMLS# 209217
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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
Aaron Johnston is the very BEST Loan Officer in the business! His understanding of the interest rate environment and his ability to effectively and efficiently navigate the loan process sets him apart from the competition. His team is top notch and they are incredibly expeditious, professional, and hard working from start to finish. They truly go above and beyond in every aspect of the loan process and I will only work with Aaron and his team at every opportunity!
Great communication and overall amazing experience. Aaron got a difficult loan to the finish line.
Amazing communication and got a difficult loan to the finish line.
Aaron and team kept us informed all along the way and made entire process easy to navigate. Great experience.
Working with Aaron and his entire team was an outstanding experience from beginning to end. While moving ranks among life's most stressful events, Aaron, Amanda, and Lirra transformed what could have been overwhelming into a remarkably seamless process. Their communication was prompt and clear throughout, and their professionalism never wavered. Aaron had a particular gift for breaking down complex details into terms I could easily grasp, which made every decision feel manageable. No matter how many questions I threw his way—and there were plenty—he remained consistently accessible and patient, never once making me feel like a burden. I wouldn't hesitate to work with Aaron & team again!
Every step was smooth and easy. They were so helpful and made our loan process much less stressful then I have had in the past when buying a new home.
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