Ryan Colbert

Mortgage Sales Manager

NMLS#284290

1200 West County Rd. E
Suite 200
Arden Hills, MN 55112

Awards

Meet Ryan

“Whether you are buying your first home, building your dream home or refinancing, my passion is educating clients, so they can make an informed decision.”

With over 20 years of experience in both Real Estate and Mortgage, Ryan has had the opportunity to gain a wealth of knowledge and experience in the industry. This can result in a smoother process with reduced stress for his clients. He works hard to provide a hands-on approach by setting goals and educating his customers throughout the mortgage process – helping to make them feel comfortable every step of the way.

When you work with Ryan, you can expect honesty, integrity, loyalty, and professionalism, as well as direct and consistent communication throughout the process.

You are invited to apply online or contact Ryan directly to schedule an appointment – he is happy to come to you. Either way, you will get his immediate and personal attention.

Ryan looks forward to the opportunity to work with you!

"We were extremely satisfied with everyone we worked with at Lake Area Mortgage. We almost didn’t close on time and Ryan came through to make it work! We would definitely recommend Ryan and his team to anyone looking to sell or buy a home."
Kali T.
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"We were first time home buyers and we felt 100% supported by Ryan and his team throughout the whole process. They were professional, timely, informative, and honest. They helped make our first purchase of buying a home so smooth. Would highly recommend!"
Susan T.
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"We've heard many horror stories about how stressful and frustrating buying a home can be; however, Ryan and his team made this process so easy for us. Ryan is extremely knowledgeable in his profession and is, in my opinion, the best in the business. He took the time to explain everything in detail, he was responsive and quick to notify us of any changes, and most importantly, he was transparent, honest, and always gave us straight-forward answers. As first-time homebuyers, we could not be more pleased – we will continue recommending Ryan and the Lake Area Mortgage team at every possible opportunity."
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BUY

Homebuying Solutions

For first-time homebuyers, move-up buyers, second home purchases, and investment properties. Lake Area Mortgage is dedicated to making the entire process smooth and simple.

BUILD

Building Your Dream Home?

Lake Area Mortgage makes financing easy with our Single-Close Construction Loan – one loan, one set of closing costs.

REFINANCE

Thinking About Refinancing Your Mortgage?

We’re here to help you take the next step. Lake Area Mortgage can help you determine whether refinancing is right for you.

REMODEL

Don’t Move. Improve!

The Lake Area Mortgage Renovation Loan provides a simple and convenient way for borrowers to finance home improvements and renovations.

Mortgage Calculators To Help Plan Your Home Purchase

Our Easy Loan Process

Let’s Talk About You

Set up a meeting with your mortgage loan officer to discuss your home financing needs, goals, and current fiscal situation. Be prepared to provide information on your current income, assets, and liabilities. You’ll also need to agree to a review of your credit report. We’ll use this information to provide a pre-qualification for a loan, including the loan amount that you qualify for.

Shopping for a home with pre-qualification is shopping with confidence!

Apply Online

Your loan officer will provide you with a more detailed list of required documents for your official loan application. The documents required to approve and underwrite your loan can vary depending on program, credit score, and job type.

During this step, you’ll also be looking to make an offer on your new home.

Let Us Do The Work

Once your offer to purchase a home has been accepted, your loan officer and their team will begin processing your file for underwriting. During this time, we may request additional items that we need to approve your loan.

Generally, your rate will be locked at this time and an appraisal will be ordered.

Underwriting Process

Our in-house underwriting team will review the file to issue a loan decision. Your approval may require you to submit additional items. Once these extra items are submitted, we’ll be able to obtain final approval in 24 to 48 hours and your loan will be clear to close!

After your loan is clear to close, you will be notified of the exact amount of money you will need to bring to closing.

Clear to Close

Once you sign the final loan documents, the transaction will be completed and closed.
Congratulations!

If your loan was a purchase, you’re a new homeowner! Your real estate professional will have your house keys at closing or schedule a time to deliver them.

If your loan was a refinance, enjoy the benefits of your new loan!

Our History

Lake Area Mortgage is proud to have been a top local lender with a reputation for providing expert mortgage loan services since 2007. Lake Area Mortgage is a division of Royal Credit Union, meaning that by obtaining a Lake Area Mortgage loan you also become a Member of Royal Credit Union. During the loan process, you’ll open a Royal Credit Union savings account as your share in the credit union and gain access to all the accounts, loans, and services that Royal Credit Union offers.

Our #1 Priority is your Satisfaction

All stages of the loan process are handled here, at Lake Area Mortgage. You’ll appreciate our experienced staff, in-house processing, underwriting and closing department to help ensure the loan process goes smoothly.

We pride ourselves on having award-winning loan officers who are dedicated to helping customers land their dream homes. Our local market knowledge can be key during your homebuying process.

Ryan Colbert

Mortgage Sales Manager | NMLS#284290