Top Rated Mortgage Company In Detroit Lakes

 

Brian Merritt is very well known in Detroit Lakes as the "Drone Guy," but he is also the "LOAN GUY!"   As a mortgage broker, he goes above and beyond the call of duty to help you achieve your dream - and normally closes home loans in less than 15 days!

Brian Merritt - Minuteman Mortgage

Brian Merritt is a seasoned professional with more than 24 years in the mortgage business.  Licensed as a broker in 4 States, he listens carefully to what you want and aims to exceed your expectations.  Whenever possible, he will answer your phone call anytime you have questions along the way -  Your loan Pre-Approval letter can often be just a few minutes away from clicking the APPLY NOW button.

Give Brian Merritt a call at:

Brian

NMLS# 292485

$350 M

in loans funded to date

13-DAY

average closing

100%

customer satisfaction rate

Home Loans Made Simple

You are in good hands when calling Brian Merritt to assist you with your home loan.  The first thing he normally wants to find out is what is going on in your life and what prompted the need for a new home.  He will also listen carefully to your story and make recommendations that are tailored to your scenario and will make your home purchase much easier.

But sometimes, you might want to explore options on your own - Brian has published a book that might make understanding the process of getting a home loan much easier.

Loan Options

Finding the right home loan requires careful consideration of your needs, finances, and history. We are here to guide you through the process.

Drone Options

If you need to sell your house first, effective marketing is a must!  Drone video is becoming a primary tool to present homes for sale.

Our clients are the foundation of our success

  • Excellent service

    K Ray Ellison Avatar K Ray Ellison
    September 7, 2021

    I used them for my refi. Robert Groves is very responsive, knowledgeable, helpful & efficient. I've referred MANY people to him specifically (along with other reputable lenders I've worked with... read more

    Bren Case Avatar Bren Case
    September 7, 2022

    Moses has been an amazing resource for me today over the last 5 years. He is the reason we chose minuteman and the only reason !! Even though we... read more

    Rick E Mallette Avatar Rick E Mallette
    September 7, 2021

    We have been working with Tai for the last 5 years and every experience has been excellent. Once you establish the goal, Tai is responsive to questions, is clear on... read more

    Greg Mattie Avatar Greg Mattie
    September 7, 2021
  • Robert Groves did an incredible job. He was knowledgeable, helpful, and prompt. He went over our options with us and helped us find the perfect fit.

    Nathan Sosa Avatar Nathan Sosa
    September 7, 2022

    Robert Groves at Minuteman Mortgage was great to work with. He took complete ownership of our loan from origination to closing, making us feel valued and in trusted hands. He... read more

    Brandt Oxley Avatar Brandt Oxley
    September 7, 2021

    As first-time home buyers, we really wanted to work with someone who would provide a lot of support and guidance during the process and who we could easily communicate with... read more

    Em Elizabeth Avatar Em Elizabeth
    October 7, 2022

    The team at Minuteman Mortgage makes the loan process effortless and truly worry free. Sarah and Robert were able to get my loan Cleared to Close in just 2 hours!

    Mary Hanson Avatar Mary Hanson
    January 7, 2023
  • Thank you Jerry Martinez for working so hard for me and my family we appreciate all your knowledge and dedication.

    Perla Munoz Avatar Perla Munoz
    September 7, 2021

    Robert Groves is AWESOME. Let me say that again: Robert Groves is AWESOME. He was extremely helpful through my first home purchase (which closed May 4, 2022), from start... read more

    Marlon Sumagaysay Avatar Marlon Sumagaysay
    September 7, 2022

    Robert was great. Knowledgeable and very responsive. Always available for questions and made the whole experience as painless as possible. I have and will continue to recommend Robert and his... read more

    Samantha Ridderbusch Avatar Samantha Ridderbusch
    September 7, 2022

    Moses with Minuteman Mortgage is your go to guy when it comes to home lending. He explains all your options and takes you step-by-step through the process. You want Moses... read more

    Dustin Slack Avatar Dustin Slack
    September 7, 2021
  • After locking at peak rate, Brian continued to work to get us a lower rate as they came back down before we closed. Thanks Brian!

    Brent Fleming Avatar Brent Fleming
    April 7, 2023

    Great experience with Brian. He really does go the extra mile to work with you and help. Not many people are willing to work with challenges, but that did not... read more

    Adrian R Avatar Adrian R
    September 7, 2021

    Kamila Borucki is amazing! 5 Stars!!! (I would give more stars if I could) EXEMPLARY ATTENTION TO DETAIL AND SERVICE! CLEARED TO CLOSE IN LESS THAN A WEEK!... read more

    Kristine Shirley Avatar Kristine Shirley
    September 7, 2022

    Easy five stars. To make a long story short, my wife and I bought a house beginning of August through Brian and it couldn't have been a better experience. Brian... read more

    Nicolai DeFrees Avatar Nicolai DeFrees
    September 7, 2021
  • He Brian, nice to meet someone who cares so much about our Vets. It is great finding a VA Loan specialist here in Oregon. Most of the lenders that pop... read more

    Terry Crandall Avatar Terry Crandall
    September 7, 2021

    Don Williams helped my husband and I with our recent re-fi of our home. He helped us every step of the way making it a smooth swift process. ... read more

    Billie Cotton Avatar Billie Cotton
    September 7, 2021

    Brian is great! Very helpful, if you want the best rates Brian is your man.

    Jeffrey Lorenzo Avatar Jeffrey Lorenzo
    September 7, 2021

    Robert Groves is awesome and what he does! Really quick to reply and made the process so much easier than previous ones. Love the work and service that... read more

    Lansen Villanueva Avatar Lansen Villanueva
    September 7, 2021