About Mortgage 1 Downriver

Your Local Lending Powerhouse

Why Us?

At Mortgage 1 Downriver, a proud branch of Mortgage 1 Incorporated, we don’t just work in the community; we are part of its fabric. While big-box banks treat you like a number, our branch is staffed by Downriver natives who understand the local streets, the home values, and the people who live here. We have built our reputation on being the “Best of the Best,” ensuring that when a seller sees a pre-approval letter from our Woodhaven office, they know the deal is as good as closed.


Purchase: Your Fast-Track to the Downriver Dream

Buying a home is about securing your future in our community. Our team specializes in making your offer stand out in a competitive market:

  • MSHDA Experts: We are a top-producing branch for Michigan Down Payment Assistance, helping local families move in with less cash out-of-pocket.

  • VA Loan Specialists: We take great pride in serving our local veterans with specialized VA financing that honors their service.

  • The “Fast Pass” System: Using our Pro SNAP digital appbacked by the national resources of Mortgage 1 Incwe combine high-speed technology with the certainty of local human expertise to get you to the closing table faster.

  • Total Accessibility: We don’t believe in “banker’s hours.” Our team is available to support you and your Realtor day or night.

Refinance: Keep Your Hard-Earned Money Local

Why overpay for your home? If market rates have shifted, our branch is here to help you maximize your monthly cash flow.

  • Strategic Analysis: We analyze your current loan to find “hidden money” in your budget that could be better spent on your family or your future.

  • Honest Advice: We run the numbers with transparency; if a refinance doesn’t clearly benefit your financial situation, we will tell you to stay exactly where you are.

Cash Out: Fuel Your Next Community Project

Your home is your biggest local investment—it’s time to put that equity to work for you.

  • Home Improvement: Fund that long-awaited renovation or addition using your home’s built-up value.

  • Financial Freedom: As an established branch of Mortgage One Incorporated, we help neighbors use a Cash-Out Refinance to consolidate high-interest debt or invest in new properties right here in Michigan.

  • Smart Access: We ensure you access your home’s value safely, keeping your long-term financial goals as our top priority.

     

Ready to partner with the branch voted #1 in the region? Powered by the trusted mortgage1 network we are more than just a lender; we are your neighbors and your partners in growth. Contact our Woodhaven office today to experience the difference that local expertise makes.

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Servicing the Community for Over Two Decades

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Our Team

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Joe Migliaccio

Producing Branch Manager

NMLS #: 940908
Cell: 734-341-4322
Email: jmigs@mortgageone.com

Alex-Polakowski

Alex Polakowski

Branch Manager

NMLS #: 131261
Cell: 248-346-3265
Email: apolakowski@mortgageone.com

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Zachery Grew

Loan Officer

NMLS #: 2148806
Cell: 734-363-2855
Email: zgrew@mortgageone.com

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Steve Caldwell

Loan Officer

NMLS #: 1532143
Cell: 734-301-9932
Email: scaldwell@mortgageone.com

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Alex Sweet

Loan Officer

NMLS #: 1709450
Cell: 734-778-1483
Email: asweet@mortgageone.com

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Rudy McDowell

Loan Officer

NMLS #: 940908
Cell: 313-410-1344
Email: rmcdowell@mortgageone.com

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Rick Kruger

Loan Officer

NMLS #: 1743184
Cell: 313-622-4710
Email: rkruger@mortgageone.com

Helen

Helen LaBeau

Loan Officer

NMLS #:141634
Cell: 734-497-8351
Email: hlabeau@mortgageone.com

Larry

Larry Sakalas

Loan Officer

NMLS #: 2128119
Cell: 734-931-2117
Email: lsakalas@mortgageone.com

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Fadi Zarka

Loan Officer

NMLS #:2592993
Cell: 313-657-9564
Email: fzarka@mortgageone.com

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