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Lindsey McDonald

Lindsey McDonald

VP of Mortgage Lending/ Branch Manager · NMLS# 315070

5.0(1007 reviews)
Rating5.01007 reviews
Satisfied98%1016 reviews

I’m what you would definitely call a “difficult” client. I went through months of going under contract of homes and backing out. Many times I backed out and Lindsey supported me the ENTIRE time! If Lindsey can get me a loan and everything done she can do it for anyone! I highly suggest going with Lindsey and her team!

Ross H.

Lindsay's knowledge & communication with us was phenomenal! And her guidance eased our minds throughout the process.

Andrew H.

The best of them all—highly reliable and with a processor of impeccable quality.

Cristian C.

The communication was good, the process was completed on time even with a tight schedule, and transferring information was seamless and easy."

Scott R.

Excellent work.

Milagros R.

Lindsey McDonald made the entire home‑buying experience feel effortless and genuinely enjoyable. She brings a rare combination of charisma and professionalism—always prompt, incredibly efficient, and impressively detailed in every step of the process. Her thorough approach builds confidence from day one, and her friendly, upbeat energy turns what could be a stressful journey into something you actually look forward to. Working with Lindsey didn’t just make purchasing a new place easier; she made it a joy.

Meridith M.

Lindsey McDonald was fantastic to work with. She was responsive, knowledgeable, and kept everything moving smoothly throughout the loan process. Her clear communication and proactive approach made the experience easy and stress-free. I would highly recommend Lindsey to anyone looking for a reliable and supportive lender.

Hannah J.

I had a very unique situation being self-employed and Lindsey was very patient and helpful in guiding me and my accounting firm to make it work.

Andrew W.

Lindsey was great at answering my questions and sending me different reports when I asked for them. She got us a great mortgage that was a good fit for our needs.

Kylie C.

Lindsey was so helpful all the way through this process. Great communication and made things simple for us.

James S.

It was timely and relatively annoyance-free.

Stephen Y.

It was a long process deciding on getting a house but Lindsey stuck with us the whole way. Communication was great and we had to move fast once we found the house and she wasted no time at all.

Nathan W.

Yall did great and worked hard to get us the house.

Lance H.

Lindsey is an amazing person! She definitely works miracle!! definitely will be sticking with her for future home purchases

Kelly H.

She Trouble shoots like a Loan Whisperer! Super-Heroish

Gary M.

Fast and efficient

Ulziikhishig S.

Great communication and we felt supported throughout the entire process.

Madison B.

This was the first team we've worked with that was able to get it done! They were reasonable, logical, and easy to work with.

Caden B.

The whole process very smooth

Casey O.

ALWAYS a great experience working with Alexis and Lindsey.

Brandon M.

They always took care of us and made it the simpliest process.

Bridger J.

The entire team is knowledgeable, prompt and great to work with. We love working with NAF!

Sara J.

We had a very complicated and ongoing cash out refinane that took almost 8 months to complete. Lindsey was so very helpful and understanding of our situation and made our dream of retaining our house a possibility.

Andrew T.

There was always a line of communication! Lindsey and Alexis were hoth extremely good at communicating and keeping us up to date with everything! Even at times they would take our calls are respond to us even when they were out of the office doing other things ! I always felt valued and that they kept my intreat at geart throughout the whole process!

Wyatt T.

She is so kind and punctua! it's easy to see that she loves what she does and that make us a wonderful experience!

Solomon T.

They worked hard for my famil. I was able to close on my house at great rate.

Daniel S.

Communication and very accommodating when things changed.

Lance R.

Lindsey was with us every step of the way. She's amazing and got us a no money down loan, which we didn't think was possible. She was prompt, commuicative, and exceeded our every expecation. I highly recommend her and the entire New American Funding Team.

Rodney G.

Great communication throughout the whole process.

Paul W.

and response of this was always top notch!

Christian P.

Lindsey and her assistant, Alexis, were amazing to work with! They responded to any emails and questions we had. Everyone we contacted and worked with made us feel super welcome and everyone was very excited for us to be purchasing this home! We will absolutely recommend New American and Lindsey to everyone we know!

Jaydalyn L.

Lindsey was great! We will definitely work with her again

Peyton M.

Buying a home is always a big decision, but for our family, it was more than just a transaction—it was the beginning of a new chapter. From the very first interaction to the moment we received our keys, Lindsey was the steady, guiding presence who helped make that transition seamless, secure, and truly joyful. What made it great? It was Lindsey’s unwavering commitment to us from day one. She didn’t just process a loan—she partnered with us through every twist and turn, never once dropping the ball or losing momentum. She stayed fully engaged the entire time, even when things got complicated. That alone sets her apart. There were many points during our process that required deep analysis and patience. The numbers had to make sense—not just on paper, but in the bigger picture of our lives. Lindsey went above and beyond to make sure they did. She worked through countless scenarios with us, re-running projections, modeling different buy-down structures, and explaining each detail with care and clarity. She never rushed us. She never brushed off a concern. She welcomed every question and treated each one as if it mattered—because to her, it did. She had an incredible ability to blend technical precision with human connection. She understood our financial goals and was committed to finding solutions that didn’t just check boxes but felt right to us. When we hit roadblocks or felt unsure, she didn’t disengage—she leaned in. She advocated for us behind the scenes, stayed in close communication, and made sure we were never in the dark. In a world where communication is often lacking, Lindsey was consistently proactive. We never had to chase her down for updates. She anticipated our needs before we could voice them. She followed up when others didn’t. She sent reminders, explanations, and even words of encouragement just when we needed them most. We always knew where things stood—and more importantly, we always knew she had our back. There’s also something to be said for emotional steadiness during a process like this. Buying a home—especially across states, in the middle of a family relocation—is exciting, but it can also be stressful. Lindsey was the calm in that storm. Her demeanor was warm, professional, grounded, and positive. She brought an energy of reassurance into every conversation. That alone was invaluable to us. But above all, what made this experience great was that Lindsey cared. You could feel it in every interaction. This wasn’t just another transaction for her—it was a relationship. She celebrated wins with us, navigated complex decisions with patience, and carried the details as if they were her own. That level of personal investment is rare—and we’ll never forget it. We walked away from this experience with not only our dream home, but with deep gratitude for the part Lindsey played in making it happen. We would recommend her without hesitation to anyone looking for a lending partner who is smart, strategic, communicative, kind, and fully committed to your success from beginning to end. Thank you, Lindsey, for being our anchor, our advocate, and our trusted advisor. You’ve left a lasting impression on our family—and we’ll be singing your praises for years to come.

Adam C.

It was a smooth process and felt supported throughout.

Jake W.

Lindsey is so kind, professional and help ensure the trasaction ended smoothly. Very easy to talk to. I woul dlove to ork with her again.

Esther S.

Lindsey McDonald made the experience great. Patient , attention to detail, caring but also very professional.

Ana C.

Don't know where to start But we been communicating for some time now and finally closed the deal. Linsey by far the best loan offiscer/ lender. Definitly recommending to friends and family😊

Humberto C.

Lindsey made it great she is the best. I will recomend everyone to her. She is an angel

Ray W.

she was very friendly and it was always fast at responding when I needed an answer to a question and very helpful to make it more understandable

Dawndi Z.

Love this team! So helpful!

Eric O.

Kept me updated each step of the process and not only emailed me but also called and text me to make sure everything was understood and submitted in a timely manner to close on time. Great experience!

Luke J.

Everything was fast and any questions were answered right away

Starr K.

Lindsey and her team are amazing!

Vincent M.

Lindsey was great to work with and kept me informed

Cindy M.

I feel like Lindsey always has the clients best interest in mind, she is very responsive and a pleasure to work with. I have had an overall great experience with New American Funding throught the years.

Glenda P.

everything and everyone

Luke O.

Lindsey went above and beyond for us. We were told no by others in the past and she did opposite of that. She had great communication and worked her magic to get us into out forever home. I would definitely use her in the future and refer all friends and family to her.

Brooke M.

Lindsey and her staff made everything easy and understandable.

Luis M.

I have worked with Lindsay several times and have never had any issues it is always so quick and easy. She is absolutely amazing

Cindy N.

Very responsive and informative to questions. Made a faster than usual close go very smooth.

Jason H.
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