Meet the Team

Brad Christensen

Mortgage Loan Originator NMLS# 290074

Brad Christensen is a Mortgage Loan Originator and works to help clients through the pre-approval and loan process. He is energized by travel and helping others accomplish their home-buying dreams. When he isn’t at work you can find home...probably still working! He loves his job that much. But on the rare chance he isn’t helping clients, you might catch him at a karaoke night singing “Rocky Mountain High” by John Denver.



Fun Facts: I have never had a bowl of cereal, a cup of coffee, or a can of pop. I am adopted. I was the breakdancing champion in 7th grade at Nativity of Mary School.

Mary Klotz

Processor

My main goal is to give our clients the best lending experience I can. Communication is key to keep our clients aware of each step of the process so there are no surprises. I know how to tackle any potentials problems right away so there will be no last-minute issues that could delay a loan closing.

I have been in the mortgage industry over 20 years and can still say I love what I do. 😊

Fun Facts: Huge Vikings fan, SKOL, I do a mean Carlton dance!

Matt Criego

Branch Manager NMLS#8626

Matt Criego is a Branch Manager at Luminate Home Loans. He is a team player, he is transparent, and he strives to create a positive work culture. Matt was working as a Manager for nine years for Mystic Lake Casino and wanted to find something more challenging. Matt eventually began working as a loan officer for 6 months and was promoted to a branch manager position and now runs a team of 12 loan officers and hasn’t looked back since. At work he loves communicating and helping his team achieve their goals. Outside of work you can often catch him wakeboarding or snowboarding-depending on the season.

Fun Facts: My favorite car is the 1965 Shelby Cobra. I played professional football as a kicker. I love dogs, I currently have two rescues, Shadow (Black Lab) and Nalla (Rottweiler).

Stewie Christensen

Director of Pawsitivity

Stewie is the Director of Pawsitivity for the Brad Christensen Team at Luminate Home Loans. He’s an absolute expert at his job and gets tons of support from his co-woofers.

Stewie loves staying pawsitive for clients, especially if there are belly rubs and treats involved! In his spare time, you’ll likely find him taking a nap in his favorite spot, chewing his favorite toy, or running very pup-ular meetings

Fun Facts: My father is a Golden Retriever from the UK. I once ate 2 sticks of butter. I was October 2021 "Dog of the Month" at my doggy daycare facility.