Meet Our Mortgage Loan Officer David Johnston

Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to refinance, our team of experienced professionals is here to guide you through every step of the process.

David Johnston

Mortgage Loan Officer

(19 Reviews)

Patient & Supportive

Clients feel completely supported throughout the mortgage process, especially first-time home-buyers, he thoroughly explains every detail and answers all questions, ensuring they are confident and informed every step of the way.

Client-Focused Expertise

With a dedication to understanding each client’s unique needs, David provides tailored mortgage solutions that ensure clients receive the best rates and personalized service, making the entire home-buying experience smooth and stress-free.

About David

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Patient, Supportive, Knowledgeable

Client Advocacy & Problem Solving

A proud veteran and Richmond, Virginia native, David brings integrity, discipline, and a deep commitment to service. With decades of experience in customer care, he believes that putting people first is the foundation of great relationships and successful outcomes.

Every mortgage faces unique challenges, but David Johnston works tirelessly as your personal advocate throughout the entire mortgage process. David Johnston views His clients as friends, advocating on your behalf to ensure the process is seamless, documents and commitments are met, appraisal are reviewed, and loan conditions are cleared efficiently. When you need a lender who is on your side every step of the way, you need David Johnston.

Your Trusted Local Lender

Clients consistently praise David for his professionalism, strong communication, and dedication. Known for making the mortgage process clear and stress-free, he earns trust by being dependable, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in each client's success.

David Johnston is a local lender in your community, which has real advantage in the Virginia market. At Southern Trust, David Johnston can provide you with more than rates, you can gain valuable insights into local property taxes, locality specific programs, and connections with trusted local professionals. This specialized community focus ensures that everyone involved in your homebuying process is not only your team but also your neighbor and friend. David Johnston’s local expertise helps clients make smarter financial decisions when buying their home.

Strong Guidance and Experience

With over 30 years in finance and more than 16 years in the mortgage industry, veteran David Johnston delivers expert guidance in every transaction. He offers personalized solutions across VA, FHA, USDA, Conventional, and JUMBO loans to help clients secure the right financing.

David Johnston is more than just a loan officer, He is a dedicated financial partner to making your homeownership goals a reality, He is passionate about empowering first-time homebuyers in the community, offering guidance every step of the way. From pre-approval to closing, buyers who have worked with David Johnston have confidently navigated the process and felt prepared for homeownership. His commitment extends beyond the closing table, offering regular mortgage check-ups and refinancing advice to help clients build long-term wealth through home equity.

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Testimonials

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David was incredibly straightforward, honest, and communicative throughout the entire process. And he even showed up to our closing with the most precious gift basket! Highly recommend!

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Jessica Bruce

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It’s been years since we closed on our home but I will never forget how David Johnston came through for us. He is an exceptional loan officer who knows his stuff and truly cares for you as a home buyer. He makes thingst happen despite all hurdles. I am recommending him to all my friends and family.

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David is an incredible person. Very professional and knowledgeable. He listens to you and takes the right action for your client. He is always available when needed. He knows how to make possible home mortgage funding that others cannot.

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Jo Rasberry

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David was professional and listened to my financing needs. He updated me as the process moved along. I have done two loans with David. I will use him again.

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Hal Dalton

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I genuinely cannot say enough to express how fantastic my experience with David was. As a young, first time homebuyer, David was able to guide me step-by-step through the process and explain each step in a way that someone with no prior knowledge regarding home-buying could understand. He always made sure that I was comfortable with where we were in the process, answered all of my questions, and was able to work with myself and my realtor to make it an easy process. David is someone you can work with and trust that you are in fantastic hands! Thank you, David!

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Sarah M

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David and his team are the best. The closing for his purchaser was smooth and seamless due to the deliberate care they gave to the process. I am honored to work with a real estate partner of this caliber.

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Juanita Jordan

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David Johnston was truly outstanding in processing this loan for me; there were a lot of parts of the loan I did not understand, but David patiently broke it down to me to help me understand what I must do to effectively secure this loan. I really appreciate David for helping me obtain this loan and helping me to continue my journey and dream in real estate investing. I will definitely reach out to him again for my next purchase he was awesome, thank you so very much David for being a part of my team!!!!! I look forward to working with you again!!!!

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Aldreena Ferebee

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Working with David was wonderful. He worked tirelessly through everything that happened with the seller. He went above and beyond with everything and got us into our house. I would recommend David to anyone looking to buy a home. He makes the process easy and hassle free. Thank you so much David!

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Rhonda Atkinson

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Wonderful to work with. Explained everything and communicated every detail of the process. Would / will absolutely recommend David Johnston and Southern Trust Mortgage to everyone. I am very grateful to David!!

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Cheryl Robertson

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David worked with me through 3 successful transactions and I would definitely recommend him to others. He is friendly and professional…gets you what you need with little or no hassle. He communicates with you throughout the process. I would call him in the future if needed.

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