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Derek McGowan
#1 Loan Officer at the #1 Mortgage Broker in the country - Nexa Mortgage
I shop 280+ of the best Banks and Lenders to find our clients the best financing and lowest rates 📉
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There team is great they worked together to get my heloc funded in 9 days, when I was on a time crunch!!
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February 12th, 2026 05:54 PM
Thank you for your review! We’re proud our Kansas City mortgage team could work together to get your HELOC funded in just 9 days especially with a tight deadline. At McGowan Mortgages, we prioritize clear communication and fast closings to...
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If you want a mortgage lender who is responsive, sharp, honest, and relentless, Max Disser is the guy.We purchased our home in November 2024, and since this was my first home purchase, I expected the process to be stressful and confusing. On...
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Reply from Owner
February 12th, 2026 05:55 PM
Thank you for such a thoughtful review and for trusting Max and the McGowan Mortgages team with your first home purchase in November 2024. We are honored to serve veterans in Kansas City and take great pride in helping clients navigate the...
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Derek and his team worked to find a tailored solution for my circumstance. Responsive and detailed team that will work to find the best product that meets your goals. I would highly recommend this company!
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February 12th, 2026 05:56 PM
Thank you for your recommendation. We are glad Derek and the McGowan Mortgages team could create a tailored mortgage solution that fit your unique situation and long term goals. Our Kansas City mortgage professionals focus on responsive communication...
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Derek and his team worked to find a tailored solution for my circumstance. Responsive and detailed team that will work to find the best product that meets your goals. I would highly recommend this company!
Reply from Owner
March 7th, 2026 12:00 AM
Thank you for your recommendation. We are glad Derek and the McGowan Mortgages team could create a tailored mortgage solution that fit your unique situation and long term goals. Our Kansas City mortgage professionals focus on responsive communication...
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Derek and his team preformed beyond our expectations. They took on this task as if it was personal to them. They always ensure the process is going smoothly.
Reply from Derek McGowan
February 8th, 2026 07:14 PM
Gary, it's great to know that the service you received exceeded your expectations. Taking a personal approach to each task is important to me, and I'm pleased that you felt well taken care of throughout the process. Thank you for sharing your...
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Derek has a great team, and while the process wasn't without hiccups, his team was great to work with and helped every step of the way.
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February 8th, 2026 07:14 PM
I appreciate your feedback, Jacob. It's good to hear that my team was supportive and helpful throughout the process, even if there were a few bumps along the way. I'm glad that we could assist you effectively, and I'm always here if you need...
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Derek got us set up and approved fast so we could put in offers on homes quickly. We got our place and the experience was great. Also during the process as questions or concerns came up he answered quickly and was very professional . We look...
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February 8th, 2026 07:14 PM
I'm pleased to hear that everything went smoothly with your home buying process, Matt. Speed and professionalism are essential when making offers, and I'm glad I could help you secure your new place efficiently. If you have any future investment...
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Our entire experience from start to finish with Derek and his team was absolutely amazing. We were first time homebuyers and honestly had no clue what we were walking into. We had been researching how getting a mortgage can be very stressful...
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Reply from Derek McGowan
December 7th, 2025 09:02 PM
It's wonderful to hear that your first home buying experience went so smoothly. I'm pleased to know that I could help ease your anxieties and provide clarity throughout the process. It's important to me that clients feel informed and supported,...
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Not good experience. Wrong information was provided throughout and forms not being filled on time and correclty. tow amendments had to be filled to be able to close due to misinformation. There seems to have been massive miscommunication within...
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Derek and his team did a great job on our refi. No games, transparent pricing and outstanding service. Would absolutely use him and his team again.
Reply from Derek McGowan
December 7th, 2025 09:02 PM
Happy to hear you were pleased with the refi process, Jeff. Providing transparent pricing and straightforward service is always my goal, and I'm glad that came through for you. Should you need assistance again, I'm here to help.
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#1 Loan Officer at the #1 Mortgage Broker in the country - Nexa Mortgage
I shop 280+ of the best Banks and Lenders to find our clients the best financing and lowest rates 📉
We have an award-winning team that provides 5-star service to our clients and Realtors 🌟
McGowan Mortgages looks forward to working hard in finding your family's best home loan!
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- McGowan Mortgages - Loan OfficerJun 8th, 2016 - Current
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2016
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- AL, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, MD, MI, MN, MS, MO, NE, NV, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WA, WV, WI
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- 2025: #1 Mortgage Company in Kansas City (awarded by The KC Star)
- 2024: #1 Loan Officer at NEXA Mortgage (out of 3,000+ LO's)
- 2024: #1 Best Home Mortgage in Kansas City (awarded by The KC Star)
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McGowan Mortgages is an Equal Housing Lender. As prohibited by federal law, we do not engage in business practices that discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, because all or part of your income may be derived from any public assistance program, or because you have, in good faith, exercised any right under the Consumer Credit Protection Act. Disclaimer: Programs subject to change without notice. All borrowers must qualify per program guidelines.