Christina Kuras
Business Development Marketing Coordinator
365 E Germann Road, Suite 301, Gilbert, AZ 85297
Christina Kuras is excited to kick off her career in the mortgage industry, where she takes pride in helping others achieve one of life’s biggest goals—buying a home. Knowing that her work helps make the process smoother and less stressful is what drives her every day.
A recent graduate of Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX, Christina was a four-year starter and two-year captain on the volleyball team. She was also an active member of Tri Delta and deeply involved in supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
When she’s not working, Christina loves staying active through sports, hiking, and outdoor adventures. She also enjoys crafting, reading, and relaxing by the pool. She’s inspired by the words of Steve Jobs: “The only way to do great work is to love what you do”—a motto she carries into every aspect of her life and career.
THE REVIEWS ARE IN…
Caleb Dyer
15:50 02 May 25
The Direct Mortgage team was a huge help in providing guidance, resources and knowledge through the home buying process. They were always quick to answer my phone calls, texts or emails and even on the weekends! This team was extremely helpful in getting to closing fast and smooth!
Denise beauparlant
02:04 18 Mar 25
Aaron was excellent to work with. Made the process simple and professional. I would highly recommend him!!
Trey Ridenour
23:15 04 Mar 25
I had a great experience with Aaron. He was great at communicating and made the process super easy for my clients. He always kept us in the loop regarding his side of the transaction. Thank you so much sir. Highly recommend.
David Pruitt
13:48 03 Mar 25
Amazing lender. We have done 7 loans with Aaron and his team. Each time they’ve exceeded expectations!
Vituzamine
03:44 24 Feb 25
Aaron Payne is your guy. He understands that not everyone fits into the same financial box, and he doesn’t expect a perfect, cookie-cutter application. While other brokers might turn you away for not having a standard proof of income, or might get frustrated with the complexity of an application, Aaron Payne takes the time to work through the details. He doesn’t expect a one-size-fits-all application—he knows that real life doesn’t work that way. He’s patient, persistent, and genuinely invested in getting things done. If you need someone who actually works for you, not against you, Aaron Payne is the one to call. Aaron Payne is the one to trust. Thank you Aaron, You went above and beyond to ensure everything was successful, and your hard work did not go unnoticed. Your dedication truly made a difference.
John Hornick Chef’s Apprentice
17:06 07 Jan 25
Aaron walked up easily through several complications in our jumbo mortgage process. He was professional, responsive, and easy to work with. Highly recommended.
stacie toma
17:58 06 Jan 25
I have had the opportunity to work with Aaron and his team on several transactions....and they are amazing! They were communicative through the entire process and very timely in responses! Aaron gets the job done and provides great service to his clients....highly recommend!
Robert Covington
04:24 05 Jan 25
Aaron and his team were phenomenal.
Made our dream home come true!!
Would highly recommend him to to anyone, and we will use them in the future 👊🏻
Made our dream home come true!!
Would highly recommend him to to anyone, and we will use them in the future 👊🏻
Kaya Landers
19:50 04 Jan 25
We have completed dozens of Real Estate transactions in multiple states over a 20 year span and the loan process with Aaron Payne was by far THE BEST experience we have ever had. From beginning to end Aaron was professional, creative, on time and exceeded our expectations with his great communication and excellent ability to work seamlessly with all parties involved.
After initially starting with a different lender, they were not going to complete the process in time for us to meet our deadline. Thankfully, I met Aaron who was confident he could get it done for us in the time we had remaining. Aaron helped us complete two transactions in two different states simultaneously all during the difficult pandemic landscape. Even the agents involved expressed how great he and his team were to work with. I would highly recommend Aaron Payne to anyone looking to buy or refinance. 10/10!!
After initially starting with a different lender, they were not going to complete the process in time for us to meet our deadline. Thankfully, I met Aaron who was confident he could get it done for us in the time we had remaining. Aaron helped us complete two transactions in two different states simultaneously all during the difficult pandemic landscape. Even the agents involved expressed how great he and his team were to work with. I would highly recommend Aaron Payne to anyone looking to buy or refinance. 10/10!!
Ashley Carrillo
21:12 03 Jan 25
Aaron and Bart are an incredible team who truly go above and beyond for our clients. Their expertise, professionalism, and personal touch make every transaction a smooth and positive experience. Always available to answer questions and provide guidance, they are committed to ensuring the best possible outcomes. I wholeheartedly recommend Aaron to anyone in need of a reliable and caring lender!
Adam Prather, Prather Home Team
17:13 15 Nov 24
Aaron knows mortgage lending. There isn’t a single client I send his direction that he doesn’t handle with ease and expertise. He is a true experienced advisor. He’s very competitive on rates and will always do the right thing. Exactly what you need from a trustworthy lender.
Janna Nicole
20:59 15 Sep 24
Aaron is great to work with. As a Realtor we often have questions or need assistance around the clock. Aaron and his team are always available to help or send us documents when we need them. I would definitely recommend working with him if you are a realtor or reaching out to him and his team to help you with a loan if you are a home buyer (as a primary residence or an investment property).
Natalie Bohls
23:51 13 Sep 24
Everytime I see a Pre-Qual from Aaron Payne, I’m relieved to know the buyers are in excellent hands! Aaron is a seasoned lender, he always puts his clients first, and his communication is top notch! He goes the extra mile, and I trust him fully with my clients! I highly recommend Aaron!
Kara Pruitt
00:23 13 Sep 24
AP always does a great job! He has helped us, and our clients, on multiple occasions and it’s always smooth sailing. Can’t recommend him enough!
Tanner Crandell Realtor
23:04 12 Sep 24
Aaron Payne and his team are exceptional. They are professional, hardworking, and dedicated to getting the job done. When any hurdles arise, they quickly focus on finding solutions and keeping things on track. Their commitment to ensuring a smooth and timely closing is impressive. If you’re looking for a reliable lender, you can’t go wrong with Aaron and his team. They make the process efficient and stress-free!
Tanner Crandell, Crandell Real Estate Team Lead
Tanner Crandell, Crandell Real Estate Team Lead
Tyler Pruitt
20:47 11 Sep 24
Aaron always goes the extra mile to provide the best service to his clients! He provided many options that had a chart to break down each and talked us through each!
Jody Poling
17:03 11 Sep 24
Aaron has delivered thorough, timely, professional service with a friendly touch every time I have worked with him. He’s knowledgeable and does a great job recommending strategies and products that help his clients save money and strategize long term, on what is typically their biggest purchase. I highly recommend Aaron Payne. He is not only one of the best in the industry, he is also a great human being who does so much for our community.
Patricia Ritchie
03:56 23 Feb 24
Brienne Valliere
23:02 02 Feb 24
Aaron was extremely helpful and made the process so easy! His dedication made the experience incredible!
Jacqueline Pacheco
10:47 19 Jan 24
Provides personalized care and commitment to obtaining the best deal for you on your mortgage!!
Guillermo Ocampo
17:55 20 Oct 23
David Pruitt
15:03 30 Sep 23
Aaron and his team took care of everything so we never had to worry!
Joseph Laxa
13:19 23 Sep 23
From the beginning, working with Aaron was a wonderful and smooth experience! He had great communication and made me and my wife feel at ease! We are so glad to be apart of VIP family! We are excited to be in our brand new house! We would highly recommend VIP when trying to purchase your next home! Thumbs up to the staff also!
Shelby Underwood
17:12 07 Sep 23
Aaron, Bart & Kirsten did an awesome job for my clients. We appreciated how smooth the transaction was and all the communication throughout the process. Thanks guys!
Jake Bull
15:19 27 Oct 22
Aaron and team were professional, knowledgeable, thorough, and excellent communicators throughout our home-buying process. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a smooth and easy process in purchasing a home.
Kellie Miller
01:59 23 Aug 20
Aaron was super helpful and honest during this whole process of becoming a first time home buyer. He explained everything in detail and made the process as smooth and easy as possible. I would definitely recommend Aaron to anyone, and look forward to working with him again in the future!
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