

The Nick Barta Team
Regional Manager


University of Nebraska at Kearney
Security First Financial (NMLS#2704365), a division of Golden Empire Mortgage, Inc.(NMLS#2427) is a privately held, full-scale mortgage banker. We close home loans - it's what we do.™ With offices in Colorado and around the country. Home L... Show More
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super friendly and fast at replying
Reply from Nicholas Barta
March 16th, 2026 03:10 PM
It's good to know you found the communication friendly and prompt, Dominic. If there's anything else I can help you with or if you have future questions, just let me know.
It was a straightforward and surprisingly easy process!
Reply from Nicholas Barta
March 14th, 2026 01:00 PM
I'm pleased to know that you found the process straightforward and easy, Midori. If you ever have additional questions or need further assistance in the future, please feel free to reach out.
All questions i had about getting approved were answered quickly, that helped me not stress as i am always so Yeah great Job!
Reply from Nicholas Barta
March 12th, 2026 05:35 PM
I'm pleased to hear that I could assist in addressing your questions about getting approved, Freddy. It's important to feel at ease during the process, and I'm glad I could contribute to that. If you have any more questions or need further...
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Easy experince from start to end. Electronmic communication made the process fast.
Reply from Nicholas Barta
March 2nd, 2026 07:14 PM
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Mario. I'm glad that the electronic communication made your experience smooth and efficient. If there’s anything else I can do to assist you, please feel free to reach out.
Quick, Responsive, Helpful, and willing to make the information digestible !!
Reply from Nicholas Barta
February 25th, 2026 11:29 PM
I appreciate your feedback, Aspen. I'm glad to hear that you found the process quick and the information clear. If you ever need further assistance or have any more questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Very informative, very willing to help, gave me all the information I asked for or needed and helped meet my financial needs!
Reply from Nicholas Barta
February 23rd, 2026 07:18 PM
I'm glad that I could assist with meeting your financial needs, Tomas. Providing all the necessary information and help was my pleasure. If there's anything else you need or any other questions come up, feel free to reach out to me directly....
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First off I want to say thanks to the entire team for making I was updated and in the know about the entire process . Nick as while as Drue answered any questions I had in a timely manner I look forward to continuing this relationship for years...
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Reply from Nicholas Barta
February 13th, 2026 06:26 PM
Thank you James. We love working with Veterans. We are so glad we could be part of your journey. Enjoy your new home.
Nick wasn't shy about getting on a call and explaining things as we worked theough through the process. It helped me feel more comfortable in the decisions I was making.
Reply from Nicholas Barta
February 13th, 2026 06:28 PM
Thank you Jared. It was great to work with you again. It is always nice to see a past customer come back to work with us again. We appreciate your loyalty.
Every person I spoke with was efficient, kind, communicative! They truly wanted what was best for me. Everyone was readily available to answer questions and help!
Reply from Nicholas Barta
February 13th, 2026 06:29 PM
Thank you Kayla. It was an honor working with you. We love being part of your mortgage journey.
Easier than buying a house lol
Reply from Nicholas Barta
February 13th, 2026 03:26 PM
I'm pleased to hear that the refinancing process felt straightforward for you, Cory. If there are any other ways I can assist you or if you have more questions, please don't hesitate to reach out.
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Security First Financial (NMLS#2704365), a division of Golden Empire Mortgage, Inc.(NMLS#2427) is a privately held, full-scale mortgage banker. We close home loans - it's what we do.™ With offices in Colorado and around the country. Home Loans. Simplified. Since 1987!™ Colorado's number one down payment assistance lender with CHFA and Metro DPA. Nick Barta is the #1 FHA lender in Colorado as well. We love helping First Time home buyers. If you need to buy your first home or your 4th home or if you need to refiance or get an equity line of credit Security First Financial is the place to work with.
Products & Services
Mortgage Loan Officer
FHA Home Loan
VA Home Loan
Jumbo Home Loan
Down Payment Assistance
Mortgage Refinance
Fixed Rate Mortgages
USDA Loans
Non-QM
Self-Employed Mortgages
Cash-Out Refinances
Specialities
First Time Homebuyer programs and down payment assistance programs like CHFA, Metro DPA and others.
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Education
- University of Nebraska at KearneyAccounting and FinanceBA management

Positions
- Security First Financial - Regional ManagerSep 29th, 1997 - Current
Memberships
- Mortgage Bankers Association
- Habitat for Humanity Board Member
Addresses and Serving Areas
Primary Serving Area
Other Serving Areas
Year Started
1987
Time Zone
Mountain Standard Time (MST)
Licenses
- NMLS# 25540
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Achievements
- Ranked the #1 FHA loan officer in the United States by volume of loans closed
- Ranked in the top 15 loan officers in the United States for number of closed transactions
- The top Down Payment Assistance Loan Officer in Colorado
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Hobbies
- Hiking
- Side by Side exploring
- Dirt Biking
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