I'm moving to Mars... The Covid Pandemic has impacted everyone's life to varying degrees, and I was certainly no exception to the rule. It was but a moment's notice that I found out that I had to uproot my family from the comforts of our wonderful home and life we had built in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and move to Houston, Texas because my job was transferring me there. My wife and I quickly began the house buying process and listed our home in Baton Rouge for sale. We were matched with a great lender in Texas, and was preapproved for a home we absolutely loved! Our home in Baton Rouge sold relatively quickly, and we signed our beloved home over to the new owners in mid-September. The only issue was our new home in Houston was a new construction build and would not be ready until the end of September. We weren't all too worried---I had been staying in Houston at a corporate hotel since August and my wife and daughter were to go stay with family for the 2 week or so gap between the big move. This is when the issues with our lender started to creep around. With about two weeks left before we were scheduled to close and move into our Houston home---our lender had been promising to call or email us the final things we needed to get us across the finish line, but those communications never came. I was so busy with the new job that I did not have all day to play phone tag, so I assumed that everything was good since we did not hear anything. Well, a week before the close date the lender finally called and it was one of the most disappointing calls I ever received in my life. To boil it all down, the lender basically told me we needed to come up with an additional $15,000 for us to close. I was shocked, I did not understand what was happening. They said, "You have to money" (of course they have your banking information) or you can reach out to a family member and ask for a "gift"--they even sent me a gift letter template to use. Needless to say, I was depressed and felt as if I had let my family down. It was well past 8 pm on the day, and I called my wife to tell her the disappointing news--at that moment it seemed like our home had escaped us. We were staring at a loss of about $6,000 in earnest money and upgrades. We were also now faced with the emotional impact of now shifting our living style to an apartment--something my wife dreaded. It was well past 9 pm now as I sat in my hotel feeling as if I failed my family. I'm a problem solver by nature, so instinctively, my brain began to race for a solution---and somehow/someway Mr. Leeonnas's name popped into my head. I had worked with Mr. Leeonna's and the fine folks at Cross Country Equity on the purchase of my very first home nearly a decade ago. I hate to be the person to call someone when you need them, but boy I sure did need him now so I had to put my pride aside for this one. I quickly searched the depths of my email box to find 8-year-old emails we had exchanged. I sent the email out, and less than 10 mins later Mr. Leeonna's was ringing my phone. We spoke as if we were best friends and had not missed a beat. I got him up-to-date on what was going on, and he assured me he would get me into my home. On that very night, Mr. Leeonna's went back into the office and had my preliminary documents for my home loan sent to me well past midnight! Long story short, Mr. Leeonna's stayed in constant contact and was able to get me and my family in our home in 10 days! He also saved us a ton of money because he got us a better interest rate, and lower downpayment than the previous deal I was getting with the other lender! After this experience, I told Mr. Leeonna's that I don't care if the next house I buy is on Mars--- I will be calling him and his team first to see what they can do for me, and you should too! read more

We had the absolute best experience purchasing our home through Cross Country Equity, LLC. Our personal Loan Officer was Mr. Leeonnas Richardson. He was very professional, respectful, and the young man is one of the smartest financial officers we have ever dealt with during any financial transactions we have made throughout our lives. Leeonnas understands that the home loan process is stressful and requires a lot of paperwork that can sometimes be difficult to understand. So, not only would he send us an email explaining every document he would send to us, but, he called us prior to sending the emailed documents to explain to us exactly what each document contained and how we were to proceed in completing them as well. Every time we called Leeonnas with questions (which was a lot), he responded immediately. In addition to the wonderful things we have already said about Leeonnas, the best and most important attributes he possesses are his honesty, his ability to keep his word, and to always follow through on everything that he said he would do for us. The qualities that Leeonnas possesses are very rare in the world today, especially in the financial industry. Overall, we have absolutely no complaints about our experiences with Leeonnas and Cross Country Equity. In fact, we highly recommend them to anyone interested in purchasing a home in this stressful homebuyer's market. Thank you Leeonnas and Cross Country Equity, LLC. It was a pleasure doing business with you. Barney and Carolyn Gay read more

I have a realtor who knows EVERYONE and when I requested her to refer me to a good lender, she didn't send me a list of names, she sent one name - Leeonnas Richardson. It started with a phone call and from that phone call, I was confident that my needs would be met. If you are looking for a lender who is responsive, choose Leeonnas Richardson. If you are looking for a lender who provides ample information and explains the process so that you can make informed decisions, choose Leeonnas Richardson. If you are looking for a lender who will seek to prioritize you; even when it isn't to his benefit, choose Leeonnas Richardson. If you are looking for a lender who will be your advocate, choose Leeonnas Richardson. If you are looking for a lender who is knowledgeable, responsive, and kind, choose Leeonnas Richardson. My home purchase began in February. We closed on October 18. It was one of the most challenging experiences due to the market and the builder. Mr. Richardson was attentive, he was my advocate, he made me feel like I wasn't just a client but I was family - the family you like. Mr. Richardson held my hand throughout the process. He responded to every call, every text, and every email with speed and clarity. I highly recommend Mr. Leeonnas Richardson to be your lender. You will be glad you chose him! I certainly am! read more

I'm not normally the "review type" but I gotta give credit where it is due: Leeonnas is the man. Got referred to him through my wife, so I decided to check him out...like others have mentioned, I had a ton of questions and scenarios that I presented him with and he handled each one effortlessly and with a high degree of courtesy/professionalism. We had other options for lending, but the energy felt right with Mr. Richardson and decided to give him the business. It's tiring to have to constantly be on guard for folks who over-promise and under-deliver, but Leeonnas wasn't one of them. Once he got a clear picture of what our targets were, he matched us to a competitive bank that was in line with what we were looking for. Any hiccup prior to getting clear to close was handled efficiently. As he predicted, closing day came and it literally took less than 20 min to sign, get fully funded and leave with keys to the house (to the surprise of the old school title co. employee)...ha, probably would have taken less if we didn't have the kids with us. Thanks Leeonnas! *** Summary *** Communication: Excellent Courtesy/Professionalism: Top Notch Location of deal: Texas Our Loan Type: Conventional Highly Recommended read more

I want to THANK YOU from the bare bottom of my heart for being my "Mr. MadeItHappen" and giving me something I never thought I would be able to give my kids. They have always believed I had super powers and never even noticed that some things were truly hard for Momma. But you stepped in and not only restored my faith in myself but kept me as that gleam in their eyes. Your professionalism, late nights, endless efforts, the step by step... never leaving one detail untouched or addressed... SUPERB!!! If there was a hurdle... all you said was "let me stretch, I got this. That's Easy..." I know this message can't come close to the impact that you have made in our lives but trust and believe... there will never be a night that I lay in this home and not give thanks to God for putting you in my equation and asking him to keep his hands on you and bless you abundantly. Which I have done multiply times a day since closing. lol. Forever thankful for you. I tell everyone, I had a freaking Dream Team!!! No one could have done what you & Jenn have for me. Soooo many were ready to throw in the towel at that "bonus pay" but you said "I got you B". And look at God!!! I'm still in awe! read more

I am thrilled to share my experience working with Cross Country Equity, LLC and Leeonnas Jeremiah Richardson, Vice President (NMLS# 109475). From start to finish, Leeonnas has consistently demonstrated exceptional professionalism, expertise, and dedication. Having completed far too many transactions to count, I can confidently say that Leeonnas stands out as a top-tier lender. His deep knowledge of the mortgage industry, combined with his proactive approach and unwavering commitment to his clients, makes him a true asset to anyone navigating the home financing process. Leeonnas's responsiveness and ability to simplify complex situations are unparalleled. He ensures that every detail is handled with precision and care, providing a seamless and stress-free experience. His expertise and personable nature make him a joy to work with. If you're seeking a reliable and highly skilled lender, look no further than Leeonnas Jeremiah Richardson and Cross Country Equity, LLC. I wholeheartedly recommend their services and am confident that you will be just as impressed as I have been. Thank you, Leeonnas, for your outstanding support and for making each transaction a success! read more

When no one local would give me a chance at the age of 22 working a 100% commission job, Mr. Leeonnas J. Richardson provided me the first opportunity as a home owner by securing an affordable mortgage for a single man. 11 years and 4 Homes later and the 2nd from ground up construction, He still delivers a level of service unmatched in the mortgage industry anywhere, with his eye for detail and his uncanny ability to make you feel as if your loan is the only thing in the world that currently exist to him. Late hours, early mornings and even Sunday after Church commitment to making your purchase as seemless as possible for each and every customer. In addition to never "Over Promising and Underdelivering", you become apart of his family and the home purchase is just the beginning courtship of your relationship. My family and I from the bottom of our hearts sincerely appreciate all that you and your family have done for us! I look forward to future endeavors with you as well. Your Dream Home is 1 call away with Leeonnas J. Richardson! read more

Leeonas was referred to us by one of my husbands coworkers. We had tried several times to obtain a mortgage prior to using Mr. Richardson. We were not denied but the offers were not very much, and we have a large family. So we gave him a call and from the first conversation all answer were either I can do it or I can get it done and he did! He was able to offer us more than three times the amount any other company did which gave us the wiggle room we need to find a house suitable for our home needs and still stay in budget. There was never a time where he made us feel like a burden or that he couldn't answer questions for us. In fact I felt like I was the only client he had that is how attentive he was with our needs. I was very skeptical about the home buying process and he made it such a pleasant experience. I would recommend he be anyone give this guy a call before calling anyone else! read more

I wish that I could add another 20 stars for Leeonnas Richardson! I have sold real estate for almost 13 years and Leeonnas is by far the best mortgage professional that I have had the opportunity to work with. He is extremely hardworking, diligent, professional and a man of his word. He consistently OVER delivers each and every time. I cannot tell you how many times I have reached out to him late at night or on the weekends and he makes himself available with no questions asked. He closes loans early---exceptionally early and makes sure that he keeps all parties abreast of the process. He is definitely my go-to mortgage professional and it is a pleasure and an honor to have him as a trusted resource on my team. He makes me look INCREDIBLE and my clients are exceptionally pleased. Thank you, Leeonnas Richardson for all that you continue to do. You are the consummate professional!!! read more

Omggg!!!!Where do I start. I've had one of the best experiences of my entire life. I contacted Leeonnas on January 28th to start my homeowners process. I submitted an application on the same day and he had an approval on February 3rd. Leeonnas was very attentive to my needs, and also stayed in contract with me throughout the entire process. Leeonnas worked around the clock as I would get emails from him at midnight, 1am, 2am 3am ect. Leeonnas was very transparent about everything, he also worked on weekends as well. I would refer him a thousand time over and over again. Throughout the process he kept reassuring me I would be in my home, and on April 14th I became a homeowner for the first time thanks to Leeonnas he is definitely the bomb. And lastly he remained professional at all times. So, if you are reading this review stop here and call I promise you be disappointed!!!! read more

Mmmm when I tell you I'm still looking for the words to express how grateful I am that god blessed me with such and hard working dedicated loan officer. Mr Richardson spent a little over 2 months working hard on my situation which seemed like it would never end. Buying a house can be very stressful and it was many days just the simple small encouraging words Mr Richardson would say kept me with the hope that I was going get through this and finally close on my home. I always believed that god place different people in our walks of life and through one of my stressful moments god blessed me with an hard working, dedicated, positive soul to not just walk with me but to help guide me in a stressful financial situation. I would recommend Mr Richardson with no hesitation.. Thank you for not giving up on me and helping me cross this burning bridge. Sincerely Tamyra Broome read more

If you're in the market for a home, Cross Country Equity, LLC is a great option to consider. My personal Loan Officer, Mr. Leeonnas Richardson, made the loan process a breeze. From start to finish, he was professional, prompt, and knowledgeable. Mr. Richardson had a wealth of information to share about the loan process and was always available to answer any questions that I had. He was able to guide me through each step of the process, and I felt well-informed and confident throughout. He was also able to secure me a competitive interest rate, which was a huge relief. Overall, I had an excellent experience working with Cross Country Equity, LLC and Mr. Leeonnas Richardson. I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking for a home loan. The professionalism, expertise, and customer service was truly amazing! read more

Due to a referral from my realtor Carol Branch, Leeonnas Richardson came into my world and I will never be the same because of it. Being a first time home buyer, I had so many questions and concerns. Words can never express how much I appreciate Leeonnas and all his hard work. Communication is key to success and Leeonnas is everything you want when going through the buying process to make it successful. No matter if it was day or night, he was there for me, to answer ALL my question and break down anything I didn't understand. I knew I had someone on my side that I could trust. Not only did he tell me but he showed me he truly cared about my decisions and what was best for me. I can never thank you enough for all your hard work and dedication!! THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING!! read more

Leeonnas gave my husband and I such an amazing experience throughout this whole process with purchasing our first home. He is truly dedicated to providing the best services he can and made our home buying process a one to remember, in a positive way. We heard so many scary stories when purchasing a home, however, working with Leeonnas honestly felt like one of the easiest processes we have ever had to go through. He was very detailed, timely, and prompt with responses and made sure we knew everything possible before we agreed to anything. He was very quick to get back with us with any questions we had and also easy to communicate with. I will defiantly recommend him for anyone trying to buy a home and know that he will not disappoint! Thank you again Leeonnas!!!! read more

My husband and I are forever grateful to Leeonnas and his team! As we began this process, I prayed to God to send us help (Psalm 20:2) and he honored this prayer by sending Leeonnas across our path (literally riding his bike down Pines Rd). I told my husband this was "a sign". Just shortly after seeing him, he called my husband and jokingly we told him we'd be talking to him soon. That was the beginning of an awesome journey that brought us to our closing date orchestrated by God! Leeonnas is GREAT at what he does and he'll tell you "this is what I do!" He is truly a Godsend to us, walking us through this process step by step and answering ALL of my questions and concerns! We can't thank him enough for all he has done for our family. We are forever GRATEFUL! read more

Leeonnas Richardson has truly displayed the definition of what excellent Customer Service should be! Back in May, I reached out to Mr. Richardson, seeking his assistance in helping my client obtain her first home. From that initial contact, to closing, Mr. Richardson was there to guide my client through the home buying process, not missing a beat! I then reached out to him again in November to assist with another client I was working with. And again, he conveyed top-notch professionalism!! He assisted my client by ensuring she obtained her dream home and was available to answer any questions we had, no matter the time of day!! I would highly recommend Mr. Richardson to anyone who is in the market to buy a house! You won't be disappointed!! read more

My lending officer, Leeonnas Richardson was truly amazing and such a blessing. Even before I actually applied for my home loan, he was very responsive and helpful with any concerns or questions I had. Once I applied and was approved for my loan he was there to answer any questions and encouraging every step of the way while I was searching for a home in a competitive market. He truly worked overtime to get everything approved and processed in a timely manner. The most important attribute Mr. Richardson possesses is that he genuinely cares about the customer's individual needs and concerns. I truly believe he's very passionate about each and every customer. I highly recommend. And I look forward to working with Mr. Richardson in the future. read more

My dilemma...find a home and close within a 30 day deadline.  Having no idea how to proceed I was sent an angel in Leeonnas Richardson.  When I spoke to Mr. Richardson about my situation he never wavered, day one, from the positive.  Throughout the process and my numerous periods of uncertainty this gentleman was professional, courteous, respectful and knowledgeable.  What more could one ask for in a lender!  Another outstanding aspect that I found comforting was Mr. Richardson's office hours surpassed the 9 to 5 standard.  Be it telephone, text or email he was there to guide and assist.  Oh, did I mention, got the loan and closed on the home in record time!!!  Thanks Mr. Richardson for being a super fantastic businessman! read more

Purchasing a home is a dream every family wants to become reality. It's very important for my wife and I to do business with someone we both like and trust. Leeonnas Richardson brought top level professionalism and experience to the table. He took time to educate us during the process. Anytime something was needed, he explained what it was and how it would benefit our situation. We never had to wait on a call he would beat us to the punch with updates about the status of our deal. He had given us a projected date to close on our home and we closed on it a week or so sooner! I could not have asked for a better experience. We are blessed to have used Cross Country Equity and plan to utilize them in the future. Larry Lister read more