John Martin
Meet The Team: John Martin
John started in the mortgage business in 1992 immediately after going through the process of buying his own home. He has become an experienced loan officer working with every type of mortgage and in locations all over the state of Massachusetts, specializing in Hampshire and Franklin counties. John works to educate borrowers, make them comfortable, get them qualified and help them through the entire home purchase or refinance process, from finding the right home to closing. He has a proven ability to work with local realtors, attorneys and other real estate professionals to make the process smoother and easier for every client. John has also spent a number of years working as a controller and compliance officer giving him a unique perspective of every phase of the business.
John was born and raised in Springfield and has lived and worked in the Northampton area for for over 30 years. He graduated Cathedral High in Springfield and Brandeis University with a degree in economics. His work before the mortgage business included playing professional basketball in Europe, then as a carpenter in Atlanta before coming back to Western MA and working in the investment and automotive fields. John spends his off hours’ time with his wife Sydney and their "kids", 3 Lab mix dogs and 2 cats, all rescues. He also enjoys working around the house and golf.
John Martin
JMartin@harborone.com
What People Are Saying
“John K. Martin is a Class guy. Thanks”
— Robert
“John Martin is more than helpful. He goes far beyond anything I expected to serve his clients. I was informed of all that was happening every step of the way. I couldn’t be happier. I have worked with John on three mortgages. John knows all the new rules and is never at a loss for knowledge. He is a true professional and makes the process enjoyable. I absolutely recommend John Martin for all your mortgage needs.”
— John J.
“We’ve worked with John since 1998 on 3 seperate occasions. He’s always helped us get the financing we need, even in sticky situations like our last one. We had found our dream home, a little cottage on a lake, but hadn’t sold our first home yet, and other offers were on the table. He got back to me right away, got us the approval we needed, and we were able to submit a timely offer and are now living the dream! He makes the banking experience personable and friendly and is highly responsive to questions. It’s such a different experience than dealing with a big bank that passes you off to whoever answers the phone. I’m always amazed at the level of care and detail he puts into his work. I recently recommended him to a friend with a different situation and housing requirements and he did the exact same thing for her!”
— Cheryl H.
Q & A
What is your favorite local restaurant?
Eastside Grill
If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Pasta, any version
What is your theme song?
You get what you give - New Radicals
What is the furthest you've traveled?
West - Hawaii East - Holland
What is your favorite TV show?
24
What is the last book you read?
Bill O'Reilly
What is your favorite type of car?
Porcshe 911
Cats, dogs or cats & dogs?
Cats & dogs
What are you most grateful for in life?
Health & Happiness
