About Us

Kind Lending, founded in 2020 by industry leader Glenn Stearns, is a fast-growing, independent mortgage lender headquartered in Santa Ana, California. We've built a unique identity in wholesale mortgage lending by blending best-in-class technology with the warmth of human connection. Our Kind Movement isn’t just a tagline—it’s how we treat our brokers, borrowers, and each other, with empathy and excellence at the core of everything we do.

What We Offer

• Unmatched Growth & Scale
• In May 2025, we topped over $1 billion in funded loans, marking the highest monthly volume in our history. That’s a testament to our momentum and brokers’ trust in us.
• Leading-Edge Tools & Partnerships
• We collaborate with LendingPad to power our Kwikie Broker Portal—enabling real-time pricing, submissions, and seamless workflows for brokers.
• Diverse Loan Programs
• Our offerings include Non-QM, Elevate Jumbo, National DPA, FHA, VA, USDA, Conventional, and more—plus our Top Dog Program rewards for top-performing partners.

Why Choose?

• Culture That Cares
• We believe kindness is proactive—and “People Before Profits” isn’t just a motto; it’s how we operate. Our vibrant workplace is built around collaboration, compassion, and fun.
• An Award-Winning Workplace
• In 2023, Kind Lending was honored as one of the Best Mortgage Companies to Work For, based solely on employee feedback
• Engaged, Empowered Employees
• As of June 2025, 90% of our employees say this is a great place to work—significantly higher than the national average.

Join Our Team

We’re on an upward trajectory—and we want passionate, purpose-driven professionals to grow with us. If you're excited about redefining the mortgage experience, embracing innovation, and building with integrity, we’d love to meet you. At Kind Lending, you’ll do more than work—you’ll make an impact.