JOHNSON CITY, TN / ACCESS Newswire / March 17, 2026 / CMG Home Loans, the retail arm of the well-capitalized and privately held mortgage lender, CMG Financial, announced today the opening of a new branch: Johnson Lending Powered by CMG Home Loans. The branch will be led by Lucas Johnson (NMLS ID# 1569262), a rising leader in Tennessee's residential lending space with a decade of experience helping home buyers navigate the mortgage process.

A graduate of University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Johnson began his mortgage career at Movement Mortgage, where he spent nearly ten years helping clients throughout Tennessee achieve their homeownership goals. Known for his client-focused approach and strong relationships with local real estate professionals, Johnson has built a reputation for helping borrowers navigate the mortgage process with transparency and personalized guidance.

"I'm excited to work for CMG because the systems are so simple and user-friendly," said Johnson. "Everyone in the company seems to have a jump-in-and-help mentality, which I think builds a special culture that is atypical in the mortgage industry."

"Lucas brings a commitment to service and valuable experience to our market," added Lisa Rogers, Branch Manager. "I am thrilled to have him join CMG Home Loans. Looking forward to the impact he will make helping clients achieve their homeownership goals."

With the addition of Johnson Lending, CMG Home Loans continues to expand its presence across Tennessee, creating new opportunities for loan officers and real estate partners to grow alongside the company.

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About CMG Home Loans
CMG Home Loans is a privately held, well-capitalized mortgage lender founded in 1993. Known for its proprietary technology, retail innovation, and customer-centric approach, CMG focuses on empowering homeownership through smarter lending solutions.
CMG currently operates in all states, including the District of Columbia, and holds approvals with FNMA, FHLMC, and GNMA. CMG is widely known through the mortgage banking and housing markets for responsible lending practices, industry and consumer advocacy, product innovation, and operational efficiency. (CMG Mortgage, Inc. NMLS ID# 1820 (http://www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org) Visit: https://www.cmghomeloans.com/

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SOURCE: CMG Financial