Derek Burkholder
Loan Originator | NMLS# 1503994
Cell: 717-824-2356
1447 York Road, Suite 400, Timonium, MD 21093 dburkholder@directmortgageloans.com
Licensed in MD, PA and VA
Derek Burkholder
Loan Originator | NMLS# 1503994
Cell: 717-824-2356
1447 York Road, Suite 400, Timonium, MD 21093 dburkholder@directmortgageloans.com
Licensed in MD, PA and VA
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About Derek Burkholder
With over 10 years in the mortgage industry, I’ve had the privilege of helping hundreds of families achieve the dream of homeownership. One of the things I’m most proud of is not just guiding clients through the loan process, but helping them build a foundation for their future, creating a place where memories are made and legacies are built.
During my time in the industry, I also served 6 years in the Marine Corps Reserves, balancing military service while building my career in the civilian world. The discipline, leadership, and commitment to serving others that I gained in the Marine Corps continues to influence the way I approach my work and support my clients today.
THE REVIEWS ARE IN…
Matt Showers
1 month ago
This was one of the smoothest transactions, that I have had with a lender. Victoria was on top of all the tasks and was excellent with her communication. Great job and thank you for all your help.
Courtney Schroeder
4 months ago
Blake and his team were phenomenal from the very beginning to closing day. They communicated efficiently and timely to ensure my husband and I were aware of everything needed and what it was for. Highly recommend them for first time and experienced buyers!
Josh Killingsworth
4 months ago
I worked with Dave Fritz on this transaction. He was constantly on top of things and did a great job handling a tough client... He's my guy for life and I would easily recommend him to anyone and everyone I come across even thou it would pain me because I would want to keep him all to myself lol.
Ashley Parkins
6 months ago
I had a wonderful experience working with Direct Mortgage Loans. Blake and Brennan were fantastic communicative throughout the entire process, easy to reach, and consistently working behind the scenes to keep everything moving smoothly. After the appraisal came in, Blake even worked with my realtor to help bring my offer down to match the appraised value, which I truly appreciated. Their dedication and support made the entire process feel seamless.
terry fischer
9 months ago
Outstanding service from start to finish. Donny consolidated all our debts into one affordable mortgage payment and made the process smooth and stress free. Donny went above and beyond for us explaining every step along the way and answering many of our questions while being very patient and professional in this process! We would highly recommend Donny to family and friends!
Victoria Hilderbrand
10 months ago
Entire team was outstanding, but I have to give special shoutouts. Blake and Savannah are rockstars. They were super attentive and answered every and any question I had. I truly appreciate their efforts. They deserve recognition for their customer service. Well done team!
Kyle Lehman
11 months ago
Working with Donny on my first real estate transaction was seamless. Donny was knowledgeable and quick to respond to texts and emails. Just an overall great experience.
Nazie Pooya
12 months ago
Working with David Fritz is always a pleasure! He treats his clients with the utmost professionalism, and his strong work ethic speaks volumes. David is incredibly responsive and dependable—truly the kind of lender you want in your corner. 🙌
Philip Greer
1 year ago
We had an excellent experience working with Blake Hyatt from Direct Mortgage Loans (DML). As first-time homebuyers, we had very little idea of what to expect when navigating the loan process, but Blake made it so much easier. He was friendly, easy to talk to, and incredibly responsive—answering our questions at all times of the day. He took the time to explain loan estimates and the entire mortgage process in a way that made sense, which was a huge help in reducing the stress of buying a home. More importantly, he didn’t just process our loan; he actively worked on our behalf, advocating for us and ensuring all the numbers were accurate, especially when dealing with the title company. The mortgage process can be overwhelming, but Blake’s professionalism, knowledge, and willingness to go the extra mile made a big difference. I’d highly recommend Blake and DML to friends, family, or anyone looking for a loan officer who truly has their best interests in mind.
Greg Moss
1 year ago
Victoria is one of my preferred lenders because she always keeps me updated throughout the transaction and is a great problem solver. Her customer service always makes me look good as a realtor, looking forward to partnering with her with an investor because her knowledge and the products DML provides are first class!
John Mondy
2 years ago
Blake and his team were great! We were dealing with a difficult seller and were behind on some of the items needed for the mortgage. We finally got the last items fulfilled 2 days before the scheduled settlement and were able to close on time thanks to Blake and DML's hard work. Would totally recommend them!
Evan Phillips
2 years ago
Blake and Justin are both very responsive and helpful people to work with. Both of them do a great job explaining the mortgage process and financial picture for the loan you are taking on. They care a lot about making sure you are informed and getting the best possible rate.
Hanna Banana
2 years ago
Donny was an immense help with securing my mortgage. For a first time home buyer with LOTS of anxiety, he took the time to explain things and answered any and all questions I had during the entire process. Thank you so much!!
Nick Daly
2 years ago
The team was highly professional and responsive. They continue to check in with us and make sure that everything was running smoothly along the way. I also greatly appreciated that they were proactive in making sure that we got the best interest rate available. I would 100% recommend them.
Tanja Riddle
2 years ago
The best financing team I have ever worked with! Every one of them did oustanding work. They were professional, courteous, thorough, and patient. Blake went above and beyond the call of duty! So glad my realtor recommended him and his team!
Frederick Redmond
2 years ago
Ms. Menne was very helpful and clarified any and all questions/concerns in a timely manner.
Samantha Wilson
2 years ago
Absolutely genuinely feel like Blake is the best. At one point in the process, we did have an issue and both Blake and Justin were super available and really helpful making everything easy to understand. Could not have gone smoother, and would really be happy to give the team 11/10!
Eyosyas Mulugeta
2 years ago
Julie Wilkinson
2 years ago
DML made the entire process of getting a mortgage as easy as possible! Justin, Vinny and the whole team were very helpful, friendly, and responsive!!
Kyle Bowser
2 years ago
Heather Hudgins
2 years ago
Blake Hyatt is impeccable with his customer service and loan knowledge. The communication was always excellent during the whole process. We had the clear to close super fast and no issues at all. Would highly recommend!
Nathan Johnson
2 years ago
terence kimbi
2 years ago
Lawn Officer and agent were very professional They had alot of patience with me They answered all my questions and guide me through the process Myself and family are so excited with the new house 🏠
Gregory Kadajski
2 years ago
Blake and his entire team were GREAT to work with. Extremely professional and always available to answer questions. This was my first time buying a home, so I had a lot of things I was unsure about. Blake always took the time to talk to me about anything I wanted to know and didn't talk down to me. I would highly recommend him and his team.
Erin Y.
2 years ago
Shout out to Blake and his team for helping me close a SECOND time. They made the process and loan application smooth and effortless. I appreciated the effort they put in me as first time home buyer and now even more as a second time home owner. Thanks so much for all that you do !!
Mathew Saunders
2 years ago
We were referred by the Waldner Winters Team of Keller Williams Realty Center and worked with Victoria through the entirety of our home buying process. She was incredibly responsive, happy to answer questions via text, or hop on a quick call to review anything needed. Additionally, the online portal where all the documents were kept and signed was easy to use and navigate during the entire process. When we did make an offer that was accepted, Victoria picked up the call from the seller's realtor late on a Saturday evening to confirm we were a serious offer and it was accepted the next morning. Thank you Victoria and DML team!
Joe Nolan
2 years ago
Blake and team were amazing! Highly recommend to anyone.
Tim Ryan
2 years ago
Responsive, concise, professional, and friendly are the best ways to truly describe our experience with this talented team. Their availability throughout all of this was one of the main reasons why this process was so smooth throughout. Blake, Justin, Francesca, and Vinny were all extremely helpful right from the get go, and made something that might seem daunting, fairly easy. They were extremely informative and could not come any more highly recommended. This is probably one of the best teams out there to get this job done. We are so thankful for Blake and this amazing team.
Bobbi Farquhar
2 years ago
Perfect transaction! Everything went smooth and on time!!
Krissy Doherty
2 years ago
Blake and his team do a great job of getting the deal to the finish line! Excellent communication and overall just a very smooth process start to finish.
valerie mizansky
2 years ago
Everyone was friendly and energetic! They took the time to answer all of our questions throughout the process! Thank you!
atul rajendran
2 years ago
Very well organized and structured, conditions list was extremely light. Blake and his entire team did a fantastic job!
Parmod Rathee
2 years ago
Great working with Blake and his team. He is always available to answer any questions or concerns we had. We heard that this process can be very overwhelming but thanks to Blake and his team they made the whole process quite easy and relaxed. Hope to have the similar experience throughout the loan life cycle.
Michael Morsberger
2 years ago
When presenting this challenge to them of a quick closing, they were more then willing to help us out. We were able to close in just over two weeks, with barely a hiccup. As a first time home buyer, I was expecting this process to be grueling and hard but it was the easiest and most simple process. Anything I needed weekday or weekend, I was able to receive a timely response. I'm truly in awe of how amazing everyone was and how friendly they were. I would recommend Blake's team to anyone and everyone trying to obtain a home loan. We cannot say enough good things about their hard work and resilience. It was an honor to work with them.
Stacey Bateman
2 years ago
Blake and his team really streamlined the home buying process. They communicated well, explained things when I had questions, and managed expectations along the way. This was incredibly helpful since I was buying from our of state before moving.
Greg Sulin
2 years ago
Francesca is fabulous, she wants the best for her clients and their families. She is thorough, and walks you through the process easily. I could not recommend her enough!
robert young
2 years ago
Victoria and the team at Direct Mortgage Loans of Maryland was not only great to work with but also incredibly efficient. Victoria demonstrated a remarkable level of expertise, guiding us through the process with ease and confidence. She answered all of our questions thoroughly and provided insightful advice along the way. If you're in the market for a mortgage and want a team that is fast, competent, and committed to getting you the best deal possible, look no further than Direct Mortgage Loans of Maryland. They truly exceeded our expectations, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone in need of mortgage assistance.
Eric Woods
2 years ago
Responsiveness of the team was much appreciated through the process. We were impressed by the quick turnaround, a week and a half to close the loan!
Mike Houck
2 years ago
The stereotype of the home buying process being difficult and stressful couldn’t have been less true working with DML. The process was made easy as Vic and Justin walked me through every step of the process with simplicity. 10/10 would recommend to anyone!
Emily Sahadeo
2 years ago
Blake and his team made the mortgage process such a great experience for me. I am a first-time homebuyer, and had many questions before, during, and after the home purchase. Blake did an amazing job of taking time to answer all of my questions and was gracious and friendly when I would call with (sometimes repetitive) questions. Justin was also excellent about making sure I had all the documents I needed, and again answering MANY questions throughout. The whole team was kind and willing to help and made my experience pretty simple and stress-free. I would recommend them to anyone, especially first-time buyers!
Devin Swann
2 years ago
The Direct Mortgage Loan team made our home buying process a breeze. Victoria was available to answer any and all of our questions and made us feel comfortable through ever step of the process!
Josh Plevy
3 years ago
I’ve worked with Victoria Menne of The Hyatt Team on numerous occasions, and she simply just “gets it.” Top tier communicator. She goes much beyond industry standards for her clients. Highly recommend using Victoria as your lender.
Patrick Walters
3 years ago
Blake and his entire team make the mortgage process stress free and easy to complete. They are always available to answer any and all questions you may have, and to guide you through this process. Whether you are new to the home purchase process or experienced, this team is the support system you want on your side. We have done multiple transactions with them and will continue to do so!
MzJaz 2U
3 years ago
I was very nervous coming into the process of buying our first home. But Blake and his team made me feel confident through the process, always answered my questions and picked up my calls always no matter if it was over the weekend. I'm the type of person who always expects the worst and God knows I bother them so much. :) But they made these experiences unbelievably pleasant. We are one happy family 🙂
Dondre Lawson
3 years ago
The Direct Mortgage Loan team was absolutely amazing for our home buying process. We were in the process of selling your house and buying your house and the DML team made it very easy for my families transition. Technology: The DML team utilize an online portal which made it super easy for me and my spouse to upload all of our documentation to help support our loan process. As a technologist, I respected this process, which ultimately made the purchasing process easy for us. The DML team was able to communicate directly with me and my spouse through the portal, which allowed us to have good communications and our loan process quicker. Customer Engagement Team: Blake and Justin Hyatt Made our process of purchasing the home very seamless, and the transition for my family very easy. They were engaged throughout the entire loan process and showing that all of our documentation was in order and was able to Reuse our VA loan on the new home purchase. This entire team during this process was absolutely great, and I look forward to building more relationships with them through purchasing additional homes. To the DML team, keep being great and keep helping people secure the best loans for their families.
Andrew Holmes
3 years ago
Brennan & the whole Hyatt Team at DML made purchasing our new house a breeze. No hiccups at all and always someone there to answer questions or explain things to us. Cant recommend them enough!
Dominic Zarro
3 years ago
The team efficiently responded to all my questions.
Mychael Zaworski
3 years ago
Great experience with Blake, Justin and Team! Process was smooth and all transactions went off without a hitch! When I'm in the market for another mortgage I'll certainly be using them again.
Bobby Macheel
3 years ago
Our experience with the whole Hyatt team has been tremendous. As we were starting the process, Blake was willing to work with our schedule and took all the time we needed to explain different loan options and figures for our house search. He reached out and followed up many times to make sure we were comfortable with everything. As we narrowed things down, everyone on the team including Justin and Francesca especially were super communicative and helpful to get us through the entire buying experience. Highly recommend!!
Rovin Ruven
3 years ago
I cannot praise Direct Mortgage Loan enough! From start to finish, Blake and his team provided exemplary service, guiding me through every step of the mortgage process with expertise and professionalism. The team's communication was impeccable; Blake, Justin, Vinny and Jessica were always available to answer my questions and address any concerns promptly. Their attention to detail ensured that I understood all aspects of my mortgage agreement, leaving me feeling confident and secure in my decision. Not only did they secure me a fantastic rate, but they also tailored the mortgage to suit my specific needs and financial situation. Their dedication to finding the best possible solution and to make my home buying process as smooth as possible was evident throughout the entire process. I would highly recommend Direct Mortgage Loans to anyone in need of mortgage services. Their knowledge, reliability, and commitment to client satisfaction truly set them apart. Thank you for making my home buying journey a smooth and successful experience!
Derek Burkholder
Loan Originator | NMLS# 1503994
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Cell: 717-824-2356
1447 York Road, Suite 400, Timonium, MD 21093 dburkholder@directmortgageloans.com
Licensed in MD, PA and VA