About Rick Elmendorf
Hi, I'm Rick Elmendorf. Thanks for being here. If you're looking into buying a home or using your VA loan benefits, you're in the right place. I've spent more than 20 years helping active-duty service members, veterans, and military families navigate the homebuying process, and my goal has always been simple: make it clear, honest, and as stress-free as possible. A little about me: I grew up in a military family and was born in Bangkok, Thailand while my father was serving as an Air Force pilot during the Vietnam War. Service, discipline, and showing up for people were part of everyday life in our home, and those values still guide how my team and I work with our clients. I started in the mortgage business at 22, working out of a small brokerage in Maryland. Before everything was automated, I learned this business from the ground up. That experience taught me how loans really work, not just how to talk about them. Early on, I chose to focus on VA home loans because helping military families build long-term stability through homeownership mattered to me. Over the years, my team and I have helped thousands of families buy homes across the country. We've consistently ranked in the top 1% of loan officers nationwide since 2000, including a top national ranking for VA loan production. What matters most to me, though, is making sure clients understand their options and feel confident in their decisions. When you work with us, you can expect: * * Straight answers and clear explanations * * Deep experience with VA loans and military relocations * * Fast, organized approvals and strong purchase strategies * * Tools that help you see the full picture, not just the payment * * A team that cares about what's right for you long term * Whether you're dealing with a PCS move, buying your first home with VA benefits, or looking for a home that better fits your life today, I'm here to help you think it through and run the real numbers. I also love teaching. I've written *The Loan Officer Revolution* and *3% Lower*, and I share practical homebuying and VA loan education on my YouTube channel so people can learn at their own pace and feel more prepared before they ever pick up the phone. Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RickElmendorf Rick Elmendorf and **The Elmendorf Team** are here to help, answer questions, and guide you every step of the way. **The Elmendorf Team** Rick Elmendorf (NMLS# 485091) Jake Elmendorf (NMLS# 2092422) Steven Johel (NMLS# 2151848) David Kontsevenko (NMLS# 1968174) Abtin Vaziri
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