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Mike Gillett
Mortgage Broker | Founder | CEO
NMLS #362285
30 Years of Mortgage Lending Experience You Can Trust
Mike Gillett is the Founder and CEO of Mortgage Marketplace and has been helping homebuyers, homeowners, veterans, and real estate investors achieve their real estate goals for 30 years. Based in Salem, Oregon, Mike serves clients throughout Oregon, California, Washington, Idaho, Texas, Florida, and Montana. His experience spans a wide range of financing needs, from first-time homebuyers purchasing their very first home to seasoned homeowners refinancing, upgrading, downsizing, or expanding their investment portfolios.
Mike works with a diverse range of borrowers, including veterans, active-duty military members, educators, healthcare professionals, first responders, law enforcement officers, retirees, self-employed borrowers, and real estate investors. He helps clients explore financing solutions such as Conventional loans, FHA loans, VA loans, USDA loans, Jumbo loans, HELOC, DSCR loans, Alternative Income loans, and Investment Property loan programs.
Known for his transparent communication and client-first approach, Mike believes that every borrower deserves clear guidance, personalized recommendations, and a financing strategy tailored to their unique goals. His focus is not simply on helping clients secure financing, but on building long-term relationships and serving as a trusted resource throughout every stage of homeownership.
Mike is also the creator of Housing Oregon’s Heroes, a program designed to support eligible teachers, healthcare professionals, first responders, law enforcement officers, veterans, and military families through discounted lending costs when purchasing or refinancing a home.
Whether you’re buying your first home, refinancing your current mortgage, purchasing an investment property, or planning your next move, Mike is committed to making the financing process straightforward, transparent, and stress free.
Why Clients Choose Mike
30 Years of Mortgage Lending Experience
Founder & CEO of Mortgage Marketplace
Licensed in OR, CA, WA, ID, TX, FL, and MT
Specialist in First-Time Homebuyer Financing
VA, FHA, Conventional, Jumbo, HELOC, DSCR, and Investment Property Financing
Creator of Housing Oregon’s Heroes
Personalized Guidance and Clear Communication
Long-Term Relationship Focused Approach
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Answers Before You Ask
What states does Mike serve?
Mike serves borrowers in Oregon, California, Washington, Idaho, Texas, Florida, and Montana.
Does Mike work with first-time homebuyers?
Yes. Mike helps first-time homebuyers understand their loan options, buying power, down payment choices, and next steps before making an offer.
Does Mike help veterans and active-duty military?
Yes. Mike works with eligible veterans, active-duty military members, and qualifying spouses who may be able to use VA home loan benefits.
Does Mike work with real estate investors?
Yes. Mike helps real estate investors compare financing options for investment properties, including rental and DSCR loan scenarios when applicable.
What loan types does Mike help with?
Mike helps with VA, FHA, Conventional, Jumbo, HELOC, DSCR, and investment property financing.
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