Customized loan programs tailored to educators
Tradition Mortgage is proud to be the endorsed lender for Minnesota’s education professionals. Teachers, administrators, and school staff are the backbone of our communities shaping young minds and helping build a stronger future for the next generation. We are truly grateful for the dedication, care and impact you bring to our children every day. As a small way of saying thank you, we’re honored to offer exclusive discounted rates and loan fees for educators. We would love the opportunity to support you with your home financing needs. Please contact Tom to learn more about how we can help you take the next step toward homeownership.
CONVENTIONAL | NEW CONSTRUCTION | VA | FHA | USDA | DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE
Your Team
Tom Buslee
Senior Partner
Tom is one of the founding members of Tradition Mortgage. He prides himself on a “client for life philosophy” providing a thorough review and sound advice on your financing options. Tradition’s knowledge, resources and professionalism are unsurpassed in the industry. Tom and his team will guide you through the entire financing process to ensure a smooth and efficient experience for his customers.
Tom lives on Lake Marion in Lakeville. He has three children, boy/girl twins Max & Drew, and daughter Elliet. When he’s not working, he enjoys spending time with his children, family, and the occasional round of golf.
NMLS #374309
Dane Larson
SENIOR MORTGAGE CONSULTANT
Dane is a Senior Mortgage Consultant at Tradition Mortgage with more than a decade of experience helping clients navigate the home financing process with mortgage solutions tailored to their unique goals. He is passionate about guiding homebuyers through every step of the financing journey—from pre-approval to closing—and takes pride in seeing the excitement on their faces when the dream of homeownership becomes a reality.
Dane earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from Luther College, and has been originating mortgages since 2012. He now resides in Woodbury, MN with his wife, son, and daughter. When not in the office, Dane enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and watching sports.
NMLS #929689
Corey McKenzie
MORTGAGE CONSULTANT
Corey McKenzie joined Tradition Mortgage in October of 2021 after 14 years working in Information Technology sales. Corey has teamed up with one of Tradition’s founding Partners, Tom Buslee, and is well versed in mortgage products to serve clients and business partners. Corey prides himself on his professionalism, attention to detail and customer service through each and every transaction.
Corey graduated from Saint John’s University in 2002 and currently lives in Spirit of Brandtjen Farms in Lakeville, MN. Corey and his wife Mandy have two children, Hudson & Asher. Away from the office, Corey enjoys spending time with family and friends as well as coaching his two boys in hockey & baseball.
NMLS #2231587
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Leadership Testimonials
Denise Specht
Former President, Education Minnesota
Shelley MacDonald
Former President, Education Minnesota ESI