




When you work with The Katalyst Team at ETHOS Lending, you're not just getting a loan officer, you're getting a true big-picture lending advisor. We come alongside you and look at all the options for your situation so that you can make the right decision for you and your circumstance.
We don’t push products - we find the loan that fits you. Whether you’re buying, refinancing, or pulling cash out, we’ll help you discover options you didn’t know existed.
Our digital dashboard makes getting pre-approved simple. Upload documents securely, compare rates easily, and get full approval — often within 48 hours.
We shop dozens of lending partners - from household names to innovative newcomers - to secure the best possible terms for your goals and situation.
From pre-approval to keys-in-hand, your ETHOS Loan Expert keeps the process smooth, personal, and on schedule, so that you never have to worry about what's going on.
Unlock your equity, make. non-contingent offers, and only move once - all before you sell your current home.
A Katalyst Team exclusive - we'll buy down your rate 1% for the first year, creating significant savings.
See the benefits and costs of a 3, 2, or 1 year buydown option, including wording on how to present to a seller.
A strategic refinance could help you save on your monthly payment, pay less interest over the life of the loan, and become debt-free faster.
John Smith has been helping families achieve their homeownership dreams in the greater Phoenix area for over 12 years. As a Senior Loan Officer with The Katalyst Team, John specializes in making the mortgage process simple, transparent, and stress-free—especially for first-time homebuyers and growing families looking to upgrade. His approach is built on education first: ensuring every client understands their options, their numbers, and the path forward before making one of life's biggest financial decisions.
With a track record of over 800 successful closings totaling over $1 billion funded, John has earned a reputation for being responsive, reliable, and results-driven. He's particularly skilled at navigating complex scenarios—whether it's self-employed borrowers, investment properties, or creative financing solutions that make the impossible possible. John's clients often comment that he feels more like a trusted advisor than a loan officer, and many return to him again and again as their financial needs evolve.
When he's not closing loans, John enjoys hiking with his wife and two kids, coaching youth soccer, and volunteering with Habitat for Humanity.
Specialties: First-Time Homebuyers | FHA & VA Loans | Self-Employed Borrowers | Investment Properties
NMLS #: 123456 | Years in Business: 12+ | Loans Closed: 800+


