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Vice President - Top 1% Mortgage Originator | 1st ...

At 1st Class Mortgage Group, we strive to bring value and innovation to the people we serve, and are committed to a collaborative culture that delivers an exceptionally high level of service for each and every customer.
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8 AM to 6:30 PM(Open now)
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8 AM to 6:30 PM
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8 AM to 6:30 PM
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Brian and his team were absolutely incredible throughout the process. Him and his team were knowledgeable, friendly, professionally and made our transaction very smooth! Thank you for a great experience!
Reply from Owner
November 22nd, 2025 12:00 AM
Thank you for your fantastic feedback, Manny! We're thrilled to hear that Brian and the team's service exceeded your expectations. We always strive to make the process as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Your kind words will certainly motivate...
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Brian and has team did an excellent job with our loan! Super thankful for how informative and helpful they were during the process.
Reply from Brian C Lykins
November 15th, 2025 03:30 PM
Thank you so much for the amazing review, Manny — we truly appreciate it. It’s been a privilege working with you again and helping your family with their home financing. As a trusted multi-state mortgage broker serving Florida, Kentucky, and...
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1st class mortgage did an outstanding job on our refinance! Brian, Sarah, and Crystal were always attentive to our needs. Everything was done in a timely manner. Also giving advice along the way to help point us in the right direction. This...
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Reply from Brian Lykins
November 15th, 2025 03:50 PM
Thank you so much for the amazing review — We truly appreciate you Jeff and Stephanie, it’s been a privilege working with you and your family over the years and helping you through multiple transactions. Your continued trust in me, Brian C...
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I was a first time home buyer and Brian made the entire process seamless and made sure that I was always informed and if I didn’t understand something, he took the time to explain. Will always be grateful for him!
Reply from Brian C Lykins
September 16th, 2025 09:27 PM
Thank you, Kristin. You and Sherett were such a pleasure to work with. I'm really glad your home-buying journey went smoothly and that I could help make the process clear. It was a pleasure working with you, and I appreciate your kind words....
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Had a great experience! Brian made the impossible happen, in an incredibly short amount of time! Everyone was very helpful, and cared about what they were doing.
Reply from Brian Lykins
April 25th, 2025 07:56 PM
I'm thrilled to hear that you had a great experience, Micah. It was my pleasure to assist you and ensure everything went smoothly. Thank you for your kind words and for acknowledging our team's efforts.
Preston Ellis has done the loans on my last 2 home purchases, and I can say without hesitation that he is the BEST! He is extremely knowledgeable in the industry and up to date on the loan markets and trends. The entire process was seamless,...
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Reply from Owner
September 22nd, 2025 12:00 AM
Thank you for your wonderful review, Andrea! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience with Preston and that he made the loan process seamless for you. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we appreciate you taking the time...
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5 star experience from top down. Very informative and easy to work with. Would highly recommend!
Reply from Owner
September 22nd, 2025 12:00 AM
Thank you for the fantastic review, Fantasy Chefs! We're thrilled to hear that you had a 5-star experience and found us easy to work with. Your recommendation means a lot to us! We look forward to serving you again.
I’ve used Brian’s services many times and I can say he has been the best lender I have had the pleasure of dealing with. In the last 2 years alone I’ve done close to $3 million in deals with him and expect to do another $3 to $5 million in...
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Reply from Owner
March 29th, 2025 12:00 AM
Thank you so much for your kind words and positive review! It truly means a lot to me and our team. We’re grateful for the opportunity to work with you and look forward to assisting you again in the future. Please don’t hesitate to reach out—day...
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Preston was absolutely amazing!! I had an outstanding experience with 1st Class Mortgage Group, LLC! From the very first interaction, they were professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly responsive. They made the entire home buying process...
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Reply from Owner
September 22nd, 2025 12:00 AM
Thank you so much for your glowing review! We’re thrilled to hear that Preston and the team at 1st Class Mortgage Group, LLC were able to make your first homebuying experience smooth and stress-free. Helping first-time homebuyers like you is...
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Preston and the team were great and made things seamless for us. Would recommend 100%
Reply from Owner
September 22nd, 2025 12:00 AM
"Thank you so much for your kind words, Dan! We're thrilled to hear that Preston and the team made the process seamless for you. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we're grateful for the opportunity to assist you. If you ever need...
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At 1st Class Mortgage Group, we strive to bring value and innovation to the people we serve, and are committed to a collaborative culture that delivers an exceptionally high level of service for each and every customer.
Products & Services
Mortgage Loan Officer
FHA Home Loan
VA Home Loan
Jumbo Home Loan
Down Payment Assistance
Conventional Home Loan
Home Renovation Loan
Mortgage Refinance
Fixed Rate Mortgages
Qualified Mortgage Pre-Approvals
Non-QM
Specialities
Mortgage Loans
Super Jumbos
Bank Statement
DSCR
Purchase and Refinance
Conventional
Jumbo
USDA
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Memberships
- NMLS
- Kentucky Colonel
- Bluegrass Dive Club
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Year Started
2003
Time Zone
Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Licenses
- nmls# 7659
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Awards
Achievements
- Scotsman's Guide - Nationally Ranked for most loans closed 2019,2020,2021,2022,2023
Hobbies
- Scuba Diving
- Sailing
- Traveling
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Disclaimer
This information is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial advice. First Class Mortgage Group is not responsible for any errors or omissions in the content provided here. All financial decisions should be made after consulting with a qualified professional. We are licensed mortgage brokers; however, we do not represent all products available in the market. Our service does not include providing legal or tax advice. Please consult your attorney or tax advisor for such services. We love our referral partners and clients and we're always here to help guide you in the right direction.