20+ Years of Experience

Locally Owned In Rochester

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Your Local Mortgage Broker in Rochester, Michigan

BrightSide Lending is an independent mortgage broker located in Rochester, Michigan, helping homebuyers and homeowners throughout Southeast Michigan find the right financing for their goals. We offer Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, jumbo and other mortgage options while providing straightforward guidance, competitive loan options and personal service from application through closing.

Homebuyers

Buying a home? Explore mortgage options tailored to your goals, budget, and down payment. Explore Buying Options

Mortgage Rates

Wondering what rate you qualify for? Explore your mortgage rate options with personalized guidance. Check My Rate Options

Refinance

Looking to lower your payment, access equity, or change your loan? Let’s explore your options. Explore Refinancing

Ask an Expert

Have a mortgage question? Get honest answers and personalized guidance from a local expert. Ask a Mortgage Question

What are you waiting for?

Getting started is easy. We offer very competitive rates, have great service, and always close on time. Request a quote

Local Loan Options

Whether you’re buying your first home, moving to your next home, refinancing or using your home equity, BrightSide Lending offers mortgage options for borrowers throughout Rochester and Southeast Michigan. Explore some of our most popular loan programs below, or view all of our home loan options to find the financing that fits your needs.

FHA Loans

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Home Refinance Loans

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VA Loans

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Jumbo Home Loans

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Conventional Loans

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Home Purchase Loans

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Mortgage Questions? Start Here.

Buying your first home, comparing mortgage options, or planning your next move? Find straightforward answers in our Michigan mortgage guides. Explore All Mortgage Guides

What our clients are saying about BrightSide Lending

  • We were planning to go with another lender, but Jeff from BrightSide contacted us and gave us a much better offer. He saved us money and helped us every step... read more

    Allan Kenitz Avatar Allan Kenitz

    Jeff at BrightSide Lending was great to work with, very knowledgeable and made it a smooth process. Would definitely recommend!

    Emily Lock Avatar Emily Lock

    I worked with Jeff from BrightSide Lending and he is awesome. Not just helpful, available and reliable, but offers rates that are hard to beat! My experience with him and... read more

    Peter Aradi Avatar Peter Aradi

    Jeff Kaltz was super helpful and made the re-finance process easy!

    Jodi Teutsch Avatar Jodi Teutsch
  • Jeff was very knowledgeable, kept us up to date on whole process. Came to our home whenever there was paperwork to be signed Wonderful experience

    andrew malyszek Avatar andrew malyszek

    Jeff K and the team helped my wife and myself get our first house. They took all the nightmare stories we heard about and made it very comfortable and exciting.... read more

    Donald Boyd Avatar Donald Boyd

    Jeff was a pleasure to work with. Very professional and personable. Highly recommend him and BrightSide Lending.

    Andy Lauridsen Avatar Andy Lauridsen

    Jeff was referred to my wife and I by our realtor, Brian Stecker. We will be forever grateful for the quick response time and amazing customer service during the whole... read more

    Conner Clarke Avatar Conner Clarke
  • Had a great experience working with Jeff K. and brightside lending. I'd highly recommend for anyone looking to close fast and efficient. Definitely would work with again in the... read more

    Jeff Schattner Avatar Jeff Schattner

    Jeff was very helpful during the buying process of our new home. He was there for us when we had any questions or concerns. It was a very smooth process... read more

    Kimberly Klimek Avatar Kimberly Klimek

    Jeff was knowledgeable and professional. I would recommend working with Jeff for any home financing needs

    Gary Trombley Avatar Gary Trombley

    Great company to work with. Jeff was amazing to work with. Highly recommend.

    Linda junod Avatar Linda junod
  • Great to work with. All parties involved commented on how great BrightSide Lending was to work with during the process.

    Erick Avatar Erick

    I can’t recommend Brightside Lending enough! We started our journey to home buying over 2 years ago and then took a pause due to family things. They reached out every... read more

    Joseph Rippolone Avatar Joseph Rippolone

    My husband and I just started discussing the option of refinancing. Spoke with Jeff who was very knowledgeable and professional. From my first conversation with Jeff til the time of... read more

    Pam Hilton Avatar Pam Hilton

    My wife and I are moving back to Michigan and found a place on line and after deciding to get it we shopped lenders. After we talked on the phone... read more

    Randy Sweet Avatar Randy Sweet