Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage

Mortgage Companies

About us

Formerly known as RMG/Residential Mortgage. The home buying and home financing experience should be stress free. The highest compliment I can receive from my clients is that “It was so easy- all I did was show up and sign some papers!”. We've taken the guess work out of questions like– “How quickly can I get approved?" and "How much will it cost and can I close on time?” by being the only lender in town that offers Guaranteed Closing Costs (to the penny) and an Approval Guarantee of $10,000 to submit to the seller when you make your offer. We have never failed to close a loan we said we would, so we offer peace of mind as well. RMG combines unparalleled service with unquestioned product integrity for customers, industry partners and investors. You’ll find that when you work with Kim, Nancy or Brigitte there is no doubt we have your best interest at heart. We all work hard on your behalf to guide you through the hundreds of loan options available making sure everything is explained well so that we are sure you understand the process. We will always be there with gentle reminders so that you are assured nothing is missed. We never lose sight of the personal touch that makes you, our client, the most important piece of the home financing process.

Business highlights

30 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Mortgage financing - first & second, primary residence, second homes, vacation homes, investment properties


Accepted payment methods

Check

Photos of past projects

Reviews

5.072 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
97%
4
1%
3
0%
2
1%
1
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.9
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 51-72 of 72 reviews

Katelin M.
01/2017
4.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
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Description of Work: .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

DOUGLAS A.
02/2015
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Helped us refinance our home. Great to work with.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Jim S.
02/2012
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
We started in mid January and closed mid February. Application, forms and data needed were all all accomplished by email, fax or in one case snail mail. Every person we dealt with was pleasant, professional and very organized, nary a snafu or wasted time and effort was required. They keep you informed every step of the way. Closing was as smooth as silk by a very organized and cheerful person and took less than 30 minutes. Wow! Great experience with the entire staff.
Description of Work: Used RMG to refinance our remaining mortgage at 2% less than previous rate. They set up the mortgage, did the requisite credit checks and income verification and set up the closing with Stewart Title.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

Response from Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage
Thanks so much for posting a report about your experience with us! Kim McLean, Paula Anderson, Nancy Bergdahl, Brigitte and I really enjoyed working with you as well. We hope to have the opportunity to work with you again sometime:-) - Sunny Nelson

Jay M.
02/2012
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
The whole process took less than a month, start to finish. It was great.
Description of Work: RMG is a first-rate group. Kim, Nancy, Paula and the rest of the people there were consistently helpful, honest and punctual. They did what they said they would do, when they said they would. Refinancing was painless. I would recommend them to anyone!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage
Kim McLean and the rest of the Team went on and on about what a pleasure you were to work with. Thanks so much for taking the time to post a report! - Sunny Nelson

Lonnie W.
02/2012
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
Working with Sunny and Kim was a great experience. They got us approved for a FHA mortgage and kept us on schedule and in the loop with our progress. This was my first home (my wife's second) and I felt at ease to ask questions along the way. People tell you to expect stress and headaches when buying a home, but with Sunny's team we never felt that. They were great and we'll use them again if we move.
Description of Work: RMG provided our mortgage for our new home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1

Response from Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage
Why thank you.....you totally made my day! My Team strives to make the process stress free for borrowers and your kind comments are affirmation that we are reaching our goal. It was wonderful working with you and we appreciate you taking the time to spread the word about us:-)

Kevin C.
01/2012
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
Outstanding service! Very simple process. I would use again.
Description of Work: consolidated a first mortgage and a home equity loan.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

Response from Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage
Thank you so much! Glad you felt the process was easy. That is the goal of our Team:-) Sunny Nelson

Jamison L.
12/2011
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
Sonny and her team provided a great experience! Right from the beginning the communication was very thorough, quick and reliable. During the process, they worked very hard to make sure the underwriters understood our finances correctly. And, at the close, Sonny showed up to make sure everything went smoothly. (Oh, and She was also so kind to our little 2 1/2 year old, who assumed Sonny was there just to talk to her.)
Description of Work: Used Sonny and her team to get a 30 year fixed jumbo mortgage.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage
Thank you so much for taking the time to post a comment about your experience with us, it is very much appreciated! We hope you and your family are enjoying your lovely new home. It was wonderful to meet all of you at closing:-) Sunny Nelson

LeeAnn M.
11/2011
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
Well, from my first late eve email to Sunny, which she responded back to even though she was on her way out the door to enjoy some family time on vacation, I was impressed with the warmth and friendliness she immediately demonstrated. I don't know anything about refinancing a mortgage so I am super grateful these people connect the dots as close as they do! It's like Mortgage refinancing for dummies!! Step by step they led me through the process and not once, no matter how many confused emails or phone calls I made to them did they get frustrated. They always treated me with much patience and kindness. And, best yet, they always had a perfectly succinct answer that put my worries to rest or helped me with the next step. Whether it was Kim, Brigitte, Nancy or Sunny, they all were so very knowledgeable, efficient and just sweet to work with. They made a rather complicated, intimidating process painless and understandable. On top of being clearly a very strong, well run and organized business with a very personal touch during the closing I was given 4 local charities to choose from that they would donate a portion of the fees to in my name!! Seriously?! You need to re-fi? Look no further, you've found your team! You're still not sure? Well, I have a family member who is a mortgage broker and I still went with RMG. You can't beat the price for the level of service you get. Did I say they were amazing yet? No? Well, I love them...need I say more?! I will be recommending them to everyone. Oh, I do have one con to all the pros here...I have no reason to talk to these nice people anymore :( Sadness.
Description of Work: This was a simple mortgage re-fi w/ cash out. So, what these wonderful ladies all did besides orchestrate and facilitate every aspect of that is beyond me...that's why I hired them! It's all Greek to me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

Response from Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage
Wow.....you totally made my day, and maybe even my career! Thank you so much for your kind words. You were an absolute delight to work with as well:-) You can feel free to stay in touch, even though you don't "need" us anymore. We are always available to answer questions you may have. We won't go away just because your loan has been closed. Sunny Nelson

Kris O.
09/2011
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
RMG is great. From getting a estimate for the mortgage rate, closing costs, points, etc, to the closing appointment, they were super responsive, highly organized, friendly, efficient and knowledgeable. Just what you need so that you don't worry that all the paperwork will be ready in time for a smooth closing. They kept us informed each step of the way. At the closing meeting they provided us with a couple bits of useful information that others didn't offer or weren't aware of. Impressive staff of friendly competent people. Highly recommend.
Description of Work: Mortgage for a new house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage
Thank you so much for your kind words. Congratulations on your new home! Kim McLean, Paula Anderson, the rest of the Team and I really enjoyed working with you too! Sunny Nelson

Vince J.
09/2011
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
Fantastic! Wonderfully efficient, organize and professional. Highly recommend them to anyone looking to refinance. We were able to lock low rates and refinance all within three weeks.
Description of Work: Refinanced two mortgages.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,000

Response from Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage
Thanks for the great feedback! You were organized and wonderful to work with too. Hope you are enjoying your nice low rates:-) Sunny Nelson

JACK S.
09/2011
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
RMG was very responsive. They provided a very competitive rate and fees. They made the process as easy on us as I think was possible. Was very happy working with them.
Description of Work: Refinanced a first and second mortgage into a fixed 15 year loan while pulling some money out for debt consolidation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

Response from Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage
Thank you so much for your kind words! Kim McLean and I and the rest of the Team really enjoyed working with you. Call us anytime if you ever have questions. Sunny Nelson

Ryan M.
09/2011
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
Interaction with the staff at RMG was fantastic. They were incredibly helpful and responsive. My entire refinance was done, start to finish, in 2 weeks. Was probably about as hassle free as a refinance could possibly be.
Description of Work: Helped me refinance my home mortgage with a 15-year fixed rate loan. Advised me on options available including the government's HARP program, locked in a fantastic rate, set up a home appraisal, and set up the closing meeting.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage
Thank you so much your follow up! Kim McLean, myself and the rest of the Team really enjoyed working with you as well. We are happy that you are happy:-) Sunny Nelson

Sheila H.
09/2011
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
Jan was wonderful. She was very professional and helpful. She even helped me with some other projects. She was very thorough and friendly. They were the most reasonably priced and responsive. Ultimately I decided not to refinance.
Description of Work: I worked with Jan Fitzer to look into refinancing my house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Shirley V.
01/2011
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
This is the third time that I have refinanced my home, and I must say that RMG, led by Ms. Sunny Nelson, is the most efficient and professionally managed residential mortgage company that I have dealt with. The fact that it is a women owned and managed firm was icing on the cake to this senior citizen feminist!
Description of Work: I was in the process of contacting firms to refinance my home in Maryland when I was called to Minnesota for an extended stay. Fearing that I was going to miss the window of opportunity for lower interest rates, my daughter referred me to the Residential Mortgage Group (RMG) located in Minnetonka, MN, who had handled her refinancing. Refinancing is a complicated process, but my mortgage consultant, Paula Anderson, and her colleagues, Brigitte Heimerd and Nancy Bergdahl, helped me explore my options and patiently walked me through the process to obtain the best deal available. All the staff members willingly answered all of my questions promptly and facilitated the assessment and closing process so that it was a seamless operation. When the closing costs came under the original estimate, I promptly received a refund check for the difference. Their "to-the-penny" closing cost guarantee is a reality!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000

Peter A.
01/2011
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
It was a great experience. I was unsure whether to refinance or just pay more per month as my goal was to reduce the original 30 yr term. Jan was very patient with me, answered all my questions and sent me all the data I needed to make an informed decision. The closing went smoothly and I am extremely happy and RMG even sent $100 to the charity of my choice. On top of the great service, RMG had lower closing costs than all those more aggressive mortgage companies.
Description of Work: I refinanced my house with Jan at RMG. i took out a first mortgage with RMG (Steve S) in 2003. Both went very smoothly and I would recommend RMG to anybody.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

John T.
11/2010
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
Alex Stenback was very informative with all of our options. He explained the process thoroughly, and everything went according to plan. I enjoyed working with him.
Description of Work: We refinanced with them.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

BRAD W.
09/2010
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
I initially started my financing with a friend of a friend, who worked for one of the larger mortgage companies. I quickly dismissed them for failure to answer some basic questions on concerning their business. I found RMG on Angie?s list and my only concern is that my comments will be so positive people may hesitate to believe them. In summary: I was most impressed with RMG?s knowledge, skills, professionalism, that was further complimented by warm and friendly service. This held true for Management and staff. My thanks to Sunny Nelson, and her impeccable staff. Their attention to details, promptness and ability to answer my numerous questions was the best I have experienced in over 20 years from any financial services organization. The difficult housing market initially resulted in a relatively short time between initial loan application and closing date. When RMG said they were going to do something they simply did it. This was true for closing dates and for providing information and documents as requested. When a notable change prompted by me came up, they were again very prompt to reply and came thru with shining colors. Many Thanks to RMG !
Description of Work: Mortgage Financing and Assistance in closing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000

KATE A.
07/2010
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
We worked w/ Randi Livon, she was very patient explaining the refinance process and secured us a lower interest rate for our mortgage.
Description of Work: RMG handled our original mortgage in 2006 and refinance in 2009.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Atul B.
06/2010
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
Fantastic. I'd been pre-approved from a major bank and had thought to close with them. But when it came time to lock in the rate and set-up a closing, they said they needed 6 weeks. Jan with RMG was able to meet a 3 week deadline and because of that we saved on the purchase price. Fantastic execution, incredibly responsive and great advice on rate lock.
Description of Work: Located a mortgage lender for a Fannie Mae conforming loan at an attractive rate, advised on when to lock rate, and set up/coordinated closing with realtors.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Kelly S.
10/2008
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
All went well. Julia was professional, prompt to respond to our concerns/questions, and kept us updated throughout the process. She was not pushy at all. I felt comfortable working with her and her assistant. Our only disappointment is that Julia was unable to make it to our closing, due to a scheduling conflict. She helped us be prepared for closing, however, and we had no problems.
Description of Work: This company helped us purchase our first home. We worked with them from pre-approval through closing. Our representative was Julia Helgesen.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Don S.
10/2008
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
Sonny Nelson is the representative that we use and she is the absolute best. I can't say enough about her.
Description of Work: This is the company that we have used for refinancing.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

RACHELLE M.
08/2001
5.0
mortgage broker
  + -1 more
ERIN WAS ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS, IN FACT, OUR CLOSER AND REAL ESTATE AGENT WERE ALSO THRILLED WITH HER WORK AND PROFESSIONALISM. VERY DETAILED ORIENTED - EVERYTHING WENT OFF WITHOUT A HITCH - EXCELLENT!
Description of Work: MORTGAGE COMPANY - PREAPPROVAL THROUGH CLOSING

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
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Contact information

11100 Wayzata Boulevard Suite 570, Minnetonka, MN 55305

http://www.financewithkim.com

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FAQ

Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.
Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage accepts the following forms of payment: Check
No, Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage does not offer free project estimates.
No, Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage does not offer a senior discount.
No, Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage does not offer emergency services.
No, Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage does not offer warranties.
Kim McLean & Team - Alerus Mortgage offers the following services: Mortgage financing - first & second, primary residence, second homes, vacation homes, investment properties

Contact information

11100 Wayzata Boulevard Suite 570, Minnetonka, MN 55305

http://www.financewithkim.com