Sports Afield Mortgage

Sports Afield Mortgage We are committed to providing customers with mortgage services that exceed their expectations. Co. NMLS 2492909 | Equal Housing Opportunity

Why choose a local lender?Working with a local lender means personalized service, faster communication, and a team that ...
06/05/2026

Why choose a local lender?

Working with a local lender means personalized service, faster communication, and a team that understands your local market. When questions come up, you can count on real people to answer them - not an automated system or endless phone prompts.
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Contact Chrissy today! Call (618) 494-6430 or email [email protected]
∙Chrissy Lockwood | Mortgage Loan Originator | NMLS #863333
∙Sports Afield Mortgage, LLC. | NMLS #2492909
∙Equal Housing Lender

Before you start scrolling listings and scheduling home tours, take the first step toward a confident home purchase. Mee...
06/02/2026

Before you start scrolling listings and scheduling home tours, take the first step toward a confident home purchase. Meet with Chrissy for a simple conversation about your budget, monthly payment goals, and financing options.

Understanding what you can comfortably afford and getting preapproved before you begin your home search can save time, reduce stress, and help you make stronger offers when you find the right home.

Reach out today to schedule an appointment and start your homebuying journey with confidence.
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Contact Chrissy today! Call (618) 494-6430 or email [email protected]
∙Chrissy Lockwood | Mortgage Loan Originator | NMLS #863333
∙Sports Afield Mortgage, LLC. | NMLS #2492909
∙Equal Housing Lender

If we helped you get into your home, we'd love to hear about it. 🏡Reviews mean the world to a small team. They help othe...
06/01/2026

If we helped you get into your home, we'd love to hear about it. 🏡

Reviews mean the world to a small team. They help other buyers trust the process and know they're in good hands, and honestly, they help us keep doing what we love.

If you had a good experience, take two minutes and leave us a review. We read every single one, and we're always grateful.
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Contact Chrissy today! Call (618) 494-6430 or email [email protected]
∙Chrissy Lockwood | Mortgage Loan Originator | NMLS #863333
∙Sports Afield Mortgage, LLC. | NMLS #2492909
∙Equal Housing Lender

Sports Afield Mortgage serves new homebuyers, current homeowners, and real estate agents with lending, refinancing, and ...
05/22/2026

Sports Afield Mortgage serves new homebuyers, current homeowners, and real estate agents with lending, refinancing, and organizational tools designed to simplify the mortgage process.

We offer a variety of loan programs for purchases and refinances, with a focus on fast, professional, and personal service throughout the home-buying process. Give us a call to see what we can do for you!
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Contact Chrissy today! Call (618) 494-6430 or email [email protected]
∙Chrissy Lockwood | Mortgage Loan Originator | NMLS #863333
∙Sports Afield Mortgage, LLC. | NMLS #2492909
∙Equal Housing Lender See less

The weekend is here, and the weather is getting nicer. You know what that means — prime house hunting season is official...
05/08/2026

The weekend is here, and the weather is getting nicer. You know what that means — prime house hunting season is officially in full swing.

If you've been thinking about making a move this year, there's no better time to start getting out there and seeing what's available. And if you haven't talked to a lender yet, that's actually the best first step before you fall in love with something.

Have a great weekend, and happy house hunting!
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Contact Chrissy today! Call (618) 494-6430 or email [email protected]
∙Chrissy Lockwood | Mortgage Loan Originator | NMLS #863333
∙Sports Afield Mortgage, LLC. | NMLS #2492909
∙Equal Housing Lender

Your real estate agent is one of the most important people in your home buying journey, so it's worth being a little sel...
05/06/2026

Your real estate agent is one of the most important people in your home buying journey, so it's worth being a little selective. Here are a few things to keep in mind when choosing one:
🏡 Look for someone who knows your local market well. Neighborhood knowledge makes a real difference when it comes to pricing and negotiations.
🏡 Ask about their communication style upfront. You want someone who keeps you in the loop and is easy to reach when things move fast.
🏡 Read reviews and ask for referrals. A great agent will have plenty of people who are happy to vouch for them.
🏡 Make sure they listen to what you actually want, not just what fits neatly into their schedule.
A good agent and a good lender working together makes the whole process smoother for everyone. Sports Afield Mortgage loves partnering with great agents to get buyers to the finish line.
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Contact Chrissy today! Call (618) 494-6430 or email [email protected]
∙Chrissy Lockwood | Mortgage Loan Originator | NMLS #863333
∙Sports Afield Mortgage, LLC. | NMLS #2492909
∙Equal Housing Lender

Getting pre-approved is a big milestone, but what you do after matters just as much as getting there. Here are a few thi...
05/01/2026

Getting pre-approved is a big milestone, but what you do after matters just as much as getting there. Here are a few things to avoid between pre-approval and closing:
🚫 Don't open new lines of credit or apply for new credit cards
🚫 Don't make any large purchases like furniture, a car or appliances
🚫 Don't change jobs or make any major shifts to your income
🚫 Don't move large amounts of money between accounts without talking to your lender first

Your financial picture needs to stay as consistent as possible until you're at the closing table. When in doubt, just ask. Sports Afield Mortgage is always a call or email away.
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Contact Chrissy today! Call (618) 494-6430 or email [email protected]
∙Chrissy Lockwood | Mortgage Loan Originator | NMLS #863333
∙Sports Afield Mortgage, LLC. | NMLS #2492909
∙Equal Housing Lender

Here's something worth understanding before you start the home buying process: the difference between being pre-qualifie...
04/29/2026

Here's something worth understanding before you start the home buying process: the difference between being pre-qualified and pre-approved.

Pre-qualification is a quick, general estimate of what you might be able to borrow based on basic information. Pre-approval goes deeper. It involves verifying your income, assets and credit, and it gives you an actual number a seller can take seriously.

They sound similar, but they carry very different weight in the eyes of a seller. When you're ready to make a move, pre-approval is the one that matters. Sports Afield Mortgage can walk you through both and get you to the right place fast.
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Contact Chrissy today! Call (618) 494-6430 or email [email protected]
∙Chrissy Lockwood | Mortgage Loan Originator | NMLS #863333
∙Sports Afield Mortgage, LLC. | NMLS #2492909
∙Equal Housing Lender

Buying a home is a big deal, and you deserve a lender who actually shows up for you throughout the process.That means an...
04/27/2026

Buying a home is a big deal, and you deserve a lender who actually shows up for you throughout the process.

That means answering your questions without making you feel like you're bothering anyone, explaining things in plain language, and being reachable when something comes up. Because something always comes up.

We aren't a fan of the "submit your info and wait three days for a response" approach. If you're working with us, you have our number, and we actually answer it. That's just how this should work.
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Contact Chrissy today! Call (618) 494-6430 or email [email protected]
∙Chrissy Lockwood | Mortgage Loan Originator | NMLS #863333
∙Sports Afield Mortgage, LLC. | NMLS #2492909
∙Equal Housing Lender

If you bought your home when rates were higher, or your financial situation has changed since you closed, refinancing mi...
04/26/2026

If you bought your home when rates were higher, or your financial situation has changed since you closed, refinancing might be worth a conversation.

Refinancing basically means replacing your current loan with a new one, and people do it for all kinds of reasons. Lowering their monthly payment, shortening their loan term, tapping into their home's equity or getting out of a higher interest rate are all common ones.

It's not the right move for everyone, but it's worth knowing your options. A quick conversation can tell you pretty fast whether the numbers make sense for your situation.
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Contact Chrissy today! Call (618) 494-6430 or email [email protected]
∙Chrissy Lockwood | Mortgage Loan Originator | NMLS #863333
∙Sports Afield Mortgage, LLC. | NMLS #2492909
∙Equal Housing Lender

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Alton, IL
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