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Brian Kesler

Brian Kesler

Loan Originator | NMLS #104387

Cell: 410-303-2953 
11011 McCormick Road, Suite 400, Hunt Valley, MD 21031
bkesler@directmortgageloans.com
Licensed in MD

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Brian Kesler

Brian Kesler

Loan Originator | NMLS #104387

Cell: 410-303-2953 
11011 McCormick Road, Suite 400, Hunt Valley, MD 21031
bkesler@directmortgageloans.com
Licensed in MD

Apply Now

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About Brian Kesler

Brian Kesler began his mortgage career over 22 years ago, developing a deep expertise in down payment assistance programs and financing solutions for self-employed borrowers. His focus has always been on making homeownership accessible, helping buyers navigate complex lending options with confidence.

Brian and his team are dedicated to supporting both homebuyers and real estate partners throughout the entire loan process. With a strong emphasis on communication, fast closings, and strategic follow-up, he ensures that transactions move forward smoothly and efficiently. In today’s competitive market, he helps realtors strengthen their clients’ offers with aggressive pre-approvals, strategic financing solutions, and direct communication with listing agents to give buyers an edge. Through co-marketing opportunities, joint events, and hands-on collaboration, he works alongside realtors to strengthen client relationships and drive business growth.

A Baltimore native, Brian takes pride in serving his hometown and the greater Maryland area. Outside of work, he enjoys live music, hiking, and spending time with his two children, friends, and family.

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Ben Van De Water
21:56 14 Feb 26
Working with Brian for our refinance in Fed Hill was a great experience! He was thorough and thoughtful, diligently working with us over a long period of time and monitoring interest rates to ensure we were taking action at the right time. We would definitely recommend him and his team.
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Ilona Fisher
18:33 14 Feb 26
Brian Kesler made the entire mortgage process feel easy and stress-free from start to finish. He was incredibly responsive, explained every step clearly, and always had our best interest in mind. Even when issues popped up, he handled them quickly and confidently so we never had to worry. I would absolutely recommend Brian to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and trustworthy mortgage broker.
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Trae Rodgers
20:25 12 Feb 26
We had an outstanding experience working with Direct Mortgage Loans throughout our home buying process in Baltimore County. Brian and his entire staff were friendly, responsive, and super helpful from start to finish.

They helped us secure a conventional, fixed-rate loan and were extremely thorough in gathering information and clearly presenting our options, making sure we understood every step along the way.

The process felt organized, transparent, and never overwhelming. What really stood out was how supportive they were through the entire process-all the way to closing.

We always felt confident that we were in good hands and that they truly had our best interests in mind. We highly recommend Direct Mortgage Loans to anyone looking for a smooth, professional, and stress-free mortgage experience. Brian and his team were fantastic to work with.
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David Smokler
15:09 12 Feb 26
I got a 30yr fixed mortgage at a great rate, thanks to Brian Kesler at Direct Mortgage Loans. We bought our dream home in Baltimore County, Maryland, and he was amazing every step of the way: attentive, knowledgeable, and able to provide many different scenarios and products to choose from. I've bought and sold 4 houses and Brian is the best mortgage professional I've ever worked with.
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Jenn Letzkus
01:24 14 Jan 26
As a professional in the title industry, I work with lenders every single day and see firsthand how complicated the refinance process can be. When it came time for my own refinance, I chose to work with Brian Kesler and his team at Direct Mortgage Loans, and I couldn't be more impressed.
Brian and his team provided what was, hands down, the most incredible and seamless transaction I’ve experienced. Because I understand the 'behind-the-scenes' of mortgage lending, I have high standards for communication, accuracy, and efficiency—and they exceeded all of them. They navigated the process with total transparency and kept everything moving ahead of schedule.
It is even more meaningful to have such a flawless experience when you know exactly what it takes to get a deal to the finish line. If you want a loan officer and a team who truly know the intricacies of the business and treat your loan with the utmost care, look no further than Brian Kesler and Direct Mortgage Loans. Even for those of us who do this for a living, they manage to make the process feel effortless. Thank you to the entire team for a perfect experience

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