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Erika Slayton
Branch Manager/Sr. Mortgage Advisor
Awards
(3)
2025 APM Influencer Award
2000-2025 President's Club Winner
2023-2025 Young Professionals Board Member
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[email protected]I’ve been in the mortgage industry for over 30 years, helping families across the country navigate the home loan process with clarity and confidence. Over the decades, I’ve seen markets rise and fall, guidelines change, and technology evolve—but one thing has stayed the same: people need honest guidance when making one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives.
Before entering the mortgage industry, my life was shaped by constant movement as part of a military family. I grew up moving frequently across multiple states and even overseas. That experience taught me flexibility, resilience, and the importance of having a place to call home—lessons that still influence how I serve my clients today.
I didn’t choose this industry because of numbers—I chose it because of people. Growing up in a family that owned homes at nearly every duty station showed me the value of homeownership and how powerful it is to have stability, roots, and pride in where you live. Helping families achieve that same sense of security became something I truly care about.
Communication is everything in this business. I believe clients deserve clear answers, honest expectations, and regular updates, not silence or confusion. I make it a priority to explain each step of the mortgage process in plain English so clients always know what’s happening and what comes next.
My goal is simple:
No surprises, no confusion, and no unanswered questions.
I work best with clients who want to understand the process and make confident financial decisions. Whether someone is buying their first home, building a custom home, refinancing, or investing, I enjoy working with people who value education and want a partner—not just a lender.
I especially love helping:
First-time homebuyers
Veterans
Families relocating
Self-employed borrowers
Buyers building new construction homes
Clients who were previously told “no” elsewhere
Past clients often tell me they appreciate my honesty, responsiveness, and ability to simplify complicated situations. Many say they feel calmer and more confident once we start working together because they know someone experienced is guiding the process.
The most common feedback I hear:
“You made this easier than I expected.”
What makes my process different is the amount of time I spend upfront understanding each client’s goals. I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all mortgage solutions. Instead, I walk clients through their numbers, options, and long-term plans through my Home Loan Process Meeting so they can make decisions that support their future—not just their immediate purchase. I also stay involved beyond closing. To me, this isn’t just a transaction—it’s a long-term relationship.
The best part of my job is seeing the moment when clients realize homeownership is possible—especially when they thought it wasn’t. Whether it’s handing over keys to a first-time buyer or helping someone save money through refinancing, those moments never get old. Helping people build stability, security, and opportunity through homeownership is what keeps me passionate about this work after all these years.
I believe relationships matter. I take pride in being available, approachable, and genuinely invested in my clients’ success. Many of my clients stay in touch long after closing because they know I’m here to help whenever they need guidance.
Family is at the center of everything I do. It’s one of the reasons I care so deeply about helping people buy homes—because a home isn’t just a structure, it’s where life happens, memories are made, and families grow.
Outside of work, I enjoy creating educational content, connecting with friends and family, crafting and watercolor painting, and travel whenever I can.
Licensed in:
AZ, TX and MO
Specialties:
First Time Homebuyers and DPA
Veterans and VA Loans
Self-Employed Individuals
Investment Properties & DSCR
Construction and Renovation Loans
Move-Up Buyers
Lending Specialties
First Time Homebuyers and DPA
Veterans and VA Loans
Self-Employed Individuals
Investment Properties & DSCR
Construction and Renovation Loans
Move-Up Buyers
Erika Slayton's Awards and Recognition
2025 APM Influencer Award
2000-2025 President's Club Winner
2023-2025 Young Professionals Board Member
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Erika Slayton's team

Matt Stacy
Licensed in TX
18410 US Hwy 281 N #109 Office 7D
San Antonio, TX 78259
Branch License #2659868

Priscilla Montez
18410 US Hwy 281 N #109 Office 7D
San Antonio, TX 78259
Branch License #2659868
Why work with me?
5.0/5 Rating
175 reviews
3,330+
Families helped
22 Days
Average close time
30 years
Of experience
Real clients. Real results.
Loan Programs
Refinance With Purpose
Every refinance starts with a goal. Whether you want to lower your payment, shorten your term, or access equity, we’ll build a strategy around
what matters most to you.
Consolidate Debt
Simplify what you owe. Use your home’s equity to combine high-interest debt into one payment.
Lower Payments
Improve monthly cash flow. Even a small rate adjustment can create savings over time.
Get Cash Out
Access equity with intention. Turn your home’s value into funds for renovations, education, retirement, or financial goals.
Change to Fixed Rate
Stabilize your payment. Move from a variable rate to predictable payments built for long-term planning.
Refinance VA Loan
Use a VA refinance program to improve your terms, access cash, or reduce your monthly payment.
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