Calhoun County · NMLS #137016
Battle Creek Mortgage Broker
One call, speak directly to the owner, cut out the commissioned loan officer. We are one of Michigan’s top producing mortgage companies for a reason, we look forward to earning your business.
Get a real number for Battle Creek before you make an offer, payment and taxes included. Jason Yourofsky shops 50+ lenders and picks up the phone himself.
- Michigan’s premier mortgage company
- 28 years · $2B+ funded
- 50+ wholesale lenders
- 83 reviews on Birdeye
Battle Creek at a glance
The numbers that actually move your monthly payment here.
Home values: Zillow Home Value Index, July 31, 2026. Millage: Michigan Dept. of Treasury, 2025. Tax figure is an estimate based on Michigan taxable value being about half of market value — not a quote. Your bill depends on your taxable value and school district.
How property taxes work when you buy in Battle Creek
A quick check here protects your approval amount.
- The homestead rate here is 48.52 mills against a state median of 29.65.
- On a $187,207 home that is roughly $378 a month once the taxable value uncaps at sale.
- Michigan caps taxable value while one owner holds the home; the cap comes off when you buy, so budgeting from the listing figure understates your payment.
Two homes in Battle Creek can carry different tax rates
- Battle Creek covers 5 school districts: Climax Scotts Comm S; Lakeview; Harper Creek Comm S; Battle Creek Public S.
- Pennfield carries the highest rate here at 53.90 mills; Climax Scotts Comm S the lowest at 48.52.
- On a $187,207 home that is roughly $42 a month between them — the same house, the same income, a different approval amount.
- Ask which district an address falls in before you write the offer, not after.
Who Atlantis works with around Battle Creek
Battle Creek has about 52,392 residents and a median household income of $51,699. Roughly 65.1% of homes here are owner-occupied. 7.2% of workers are based at home, which tracks closely with the kind of self-employed income a bank reads badly.
Across Calhoun County there are 7,115 businesses with no paid employees, concentrated in personal & repair services (1,041); construction & trades (831); administrative & support (714). That figure counts tax filings rather than people. Those owners are the files Atlantis writes most.
What are you trying to do?
Pick the closest one, or just call and describe your situation.
Why Battle Creek borrowers call Jason
- A broker, not a bank. A bank has one rulebook. Atlantis shops 50+ wholesale lenders, so a file that does not fit one lender moves to another instead of dying.
- The owner works your file. 28 years, more than $2 billion funded, and he picks up the phone himself.
- Built for tricky income. Self-employed, 1099, business owners and investors are the core of what Atlantis does, not an exception it tolerates.
- Licensed and verifiable. Company NMLS #129429, Jason NMLS #137016 — check both at NMLS Consumer Access. 83 reviews on Birdeye
What clients say
“Outstanding customer service. Jason and his team always had our family in mind… We will be Atlantis customers for life!”
Atlantis client · Birdeye“This man works miracles and is amazing to work with. He’s honest, hard working and will always put your needs first!”
K.M., Wayne MI · NextdoorQuick questions
How do I reach Jason?
Call or text 248-408-2555. That is his own line, not a call center. No application is needed to ask a question.
Do you have an office in Battle Creek?
Atlantis Mortgage is at 30110 Orchard Lake Rd in Farmington Hills and is licensed across Michigan, plus Florida, Texas and California. Most of the process runs by phone and secure upload.
Can I get a mortgage in Battle Creek if I am self-employed?
Yes. Atlantis places these files with lenders that qualify you on 12 or 24 months of bank deposits, 1099s or assets instead of tax returns. It is the core of what Jason does.
Why will my property taxes go up when I buy?
Michigan caps a home’s taxable value while one owner holds it, and the cap comes off at sale. At $187,207, a Battle Creek principal residence runs about $378 a month once it uncaps. Estimate only.
Get a straight answer today
Tell Jason what you are trying to do. No application needed to ask.
Last updated September 10, 2026. Sources: Zillow Home Value Index (July 31, 2026); Michigan Department of Treasury millage rate report 2025; U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.
This page is general information, not mortgage, tax or legal advice. Not a commitment to lend. All loans subject to credit review and approval. Program availability and terms vary. Consult a licensed tax professional about your own property tax situation.
Atlantis Financial Group, Inc. dba Atlantis Mortgage — NMLS #129429. Jason Yourofsky, President — NMLS #137016. 30110 Orchard Lake Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48334. Licensed in Michigan, Florida, Texas and California. Equal Housing Lender.