Springfield native Michael Pitts graduated from the University of Missouri Business School with dual emphasis in finance and realestate. During his years at the university Michael also ran on the MU Track/Field team.

Upon graduation he went to work for Community Mortgage Group and served clients there for three years. Michael left to pursue his own mortgage business, Ultra Mortgage Group, with friend and colleague Jeff Kraft.

When not meeting new clients Michael is probably participating in one of his many community activities such as Business Network International where he is the current Tiger Team President or making his mark as a member of the Columbia Kiwanis Club. On the weekends Michael is always sure to schedule time with his little brother whom he met as a volunteer with Big Brothers/Big Sisters.

Michael has also worked on continuing to better himself and his business through continuing education as a graduate of Sandler Sales Institute Presidents Club.

Among all these activities he still finds time to take part in outdoor recreation such as playing a few rounds of golf, running or walking with his soon-to-be wife, Monica, and their black lab mix, Maybe.

Growing up in Missouri's state capital, Jeff attended Helias High School. Later he attended Southwest Missouri State where he double majored in business management and psychology. Here Jeff also competed in D1 college tennis.

Jeff moved to Columbia in 1998 starting in the mortgage business soon after. In 2005 he started his own mortgage business, Ultra Mortgage Group, with friend and colleague Michael Pitts.

As a member of Columbia Chamber of Commerce and an affiliate member of the Columbia board of realtors, Jeff spends his evenings socializing and networking. He also makes time to lend a hand in the Columbia community by volunteering for the optimist club and the Phoenix House.

To better himself and his business Jeff has chosen to attend continuing education and is a graduate of Sandler Sales Institute Presidents Club.

Jeff has a 12-year-old daughter, Maddisson, and a brindal mastiff, Sam. In what free time he can find, Jeff enjoys staying active by golfing and playing tennis. On the weekends and the occasional evening Jeff works on rehabilitating houses.

I am a Native of the area as I was born in Columbia, MO and grew up in Hallsville, Mo. After graduating from Hallsville School District R-IV, I attended Grandview College in Des Moines, IA. I lived in Des Moines for 4 years and returned to Columbia, MO to start my Sales Career with MFA Tire Division. From there I went to work for Safety-Kleen Corp., Columbia, MO and after 11 months was promoted to Branch Sales Manager. After having built a strong sales force in Columbia Branch I was offered a Great Challenge of turning around the Safety-Kleen Branch in Des Moines, IA. As it was rated # 166 out of 167 branches it was in need of some major improvement. After 9 months I was able to turn the branch around and it was rated # 57 out of 167 branches.

I have always found the world of Professional Sales to be very rewarding due to the fact that I believe strongly in having my clients best interest at the heart every decision I make when it comes to helping my clients solve their problems and thus removing unwanted stress from their lives. Unlike the unprofessional sales person who is just a con artist looking to make a quick dollar by telling you what you want to hear, all the time knowing they are not going to be able to deliver on their words.

This is why I became a Mortgage Consultant, I know firsthand what it is like to be taken advantage of by a Predatory Lender and it cost me dearly. I vowed to learn the Home Mortgage Business so that I can prevent my costly and painful experience from becoming your costly and painful experience!

The home buying experience is stressful enough without having to worry about major surprises at the closing table. I will remove the stress and surprises by helping you understand the home mortgage process so that your closing goes smoothly and moving into your new home can be the joy filled experience it is meant to be, for you.
My motto is “Don’t buy their hype, get the truth, it is FREE!”

I still believe in the old fashion way of doing business where we meet face to face, eye to eye, so that you get to know me and I get to know you. That way you and I can make an informed and intelligent decision, based on who I am, who you are and see if there is a reason for us to do business together. So, feel free to give me a call at 573-442-5240, extension 206.

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