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Michael McDermott
Mortgage Loan Originator | NMLS 184065
Arizona State University
Michael McDermott is a Phoenix mortgage broker with The McDermott Team at NEXA Lending. One application and one credit report, and he shops the file across 300+ lenders while staying the lender.
He works purchase, refinance, HELOC, cash-ou... Show More
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Michael and his team are possibly the greatest team ever assembled for all your mortgage needs! They are the '96 Bulls of the mortgage industry. They made the process seamless and stress-free, leaving us to plan the logistics of moving across...
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August 17th, 2026 04:35 PM
Tayler, thank you so much for the kind words—this made our day!Comparing us to the ’96 Bulls is high praise we’ll take every time. Our whole goal is exactly what you described: take the stress off your plate so you can focus on the important...
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Dawn and I would like to thank Michael and his team for all of their hard work to make the purchase of our new home a success. The process was swift and we were on top of what was taking place at every turn. Thank you from the bottom of our...
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Reply from The McDermott Team
August 17th, 2026 04:36 PM
Thank you so much for the kind words — it truly means a lot. We’re glad the process felt swift and that you always knew exactly where things stood. That’s exactly how we want every client to feel. It was a pleasure helping you get into your...
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Working with Mr. McDermott made me feel incredibly lucky to have him as my Mortgage Loan Originator. He made the transition flow easily and walked me through every step till the end. I would recommend Mr McDermott to anyone with full confidence...
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Reply from The McDermott Team
July 3rd, 2026 03:18 PM
Thank you so much for your kind words, Mildred. I'm glad to hear that the process was smooth and that I could guide you every step of the way. Your confidence in my work means a lot, and I truly appreciate your recommendation.
The only team I rely on for my home purchases is Mike McDermott, and team! They have never failed me. My financing experience is always smooth, professional, patient with all my questions, and there’s never any last minute surprises ! Whenever...
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Reply from The McDermott Team
June 4th, 2026 09:56 PM
Raquel, I'm grateful for your trust and continued support. It's wonderful to hear that you've consistently had smooth and professional experiences with us. Thank you for recommending us to your friends, family, and colleagues. If you ever have...
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Michael McDermott is an exceptional agent. Before working with him on our VA loan, we had spoken with a few other lenders and quickly realized they lacked both the knowledge and urgency we were looking for.From the moment we connected with...
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Reply from Michael McDermott
June 4th, 2026 09:57 PM
Syndee, I'm grateful for your kind words about my service. It's wonderful to hear that you found my assistance with your VA loan both knowledgeable and responsive. Your satisfaction is important to me, and I'm glad I could be there for you...
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Michael and his Team did an awesome job walking us through a challenging home purchase from a Family Trust. It was the second time in 10 years he helped us close a deal. Every time we thought the deal might not get done on time, his Team met...
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Reply from Owner
October 9th, 2026 08:18 PM
Brian, thank you, and please thank your wife for us too. A purchase from a Family Trust has a lot of moving parts, and I know there were moments when the timeline felt shaky. You both stayed patient while we worked through each one, and the...
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Michael and the McDermott team did an excellent job! Especially for my situation of first time home buyer 👍 I'm truly grateful 🙏
Reply from Owner
October 8th, 2026 04:20 PM
Mario, thank you! Buying your first home is a big deal, and it was a pleasure helping you through every step. Congratulations on the new place, and enjoy it!
This team moved fast and basically told us what to expect step by step, I would recommend them if you are looking to refinance or buy a home.
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September 30th, 2026 05:08 PM
Sharon, thank you for leaving this review! Moving fast only works if you also know what’s coming next — glad both pieces landed. Grateful you’d recommend us to anyone looking to buy or refinance. We’re here if you need us again.
What a great team to work with! Made everything easy and even was able to work around our work schedule to get a notary to our house. Very responsive and knowledgeable with all the questions we had. My wife and I were so impressed we recommended...
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Reply from Owner
September 30th, 2026 03:10 PM
Ed, this one’s a favorite! Making it easy and getting a notary to the house around your work schedule is the kind of detail we try not to skip. Glad the questions were straightforward to work through — and it means even more that you trusted...
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About
Michael McDermott is a Phoenix mortgage broker with The McDermott Team at NEXA Lending. One application and one credit report, and he shops the file across 300+ lenders while staying the lender.
He works purchase, refinance, HELOC, cash-out, DSCR, and renovation files for homeowners and Realtors. Licensed in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, and Texas. NMLS 184065. Originating since 2002.
Products & Services
Mortgage Broker
FHA Home Loan
Jumbo Home Loan
Conventional Home Loan
Home Renovation Loan
Construction Loan
Home Equity Loan
Down Payment Assistance
Mortgage Refinance
Home Purchasing Assistance
Specialities
First-Time Homebuyers
VA, FHA, USDA Loans
Conventional & Jumbo
Purchase & Refinance
Renovation & Construction
Responsive Communication
Realtor Partnerships
Complex Loan Scenarios
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Education
- Arizona State UniversityBiology/Biological SciencesAug 2001 -Dec 2013
Positions
- Nexa Lending - The McDermott Team - Mortgage Loan OriginatorMar 2nd, 2026 - Current
Memberships
- National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB)
- Arizona Mortgage Lenders Association
- Certified Mortgage Planning Specialist (CMPS)
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Other Serving Areas
Year Started
2002
Time Zone
Mountain Standard Time (MST)
Licenses
- NMLS # 184065
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Awards
MPA Young Gun
Top 1% Loan Origin...
Achievements
- Top 1% Originator for 10+ Years
- 2015 Mortgage Professional America Young Guns Award
Hobbies
- Hiking Arizona Trails
- Hiking Rocky Mountain 14ers
- Fitness & Outdoor Adventures
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Compliance & Licensing Information:
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