620 Treeline RD., Kalispell, MT 59901

Montana's Trusted Mortgage Team

Where Montana Home Ownership Begins

Grizzly Mortgage is a Kalispell-based mortgage brokerage proudly serving buyers across the Flathead Valley and all of Montana. We work with multiple lenders to find the right loan for your situation — not just the easiest one.

Local Expertise. Independent Access.

Darel Handley moved to the Flathead Valley in 2016 and quickly made Montana home. Today, he leads a team of local mortgage professionals who all live and work right here in the valley, bringing firsthand knowledge of the market and a strong commitment to the community.

As a mortgage brokerage team, we aren’t tied to a single lender’s products — we shop multiple lending institutions on your behalf to find the most competitive rate and the right fit for your situation.

That independence, paired with a genuine, hands-on approach from a team that truly cares, is what sets Grizzly Mortgage apart. Whether you’re buying your first home in Kalispell, building on land near Whitefish, or refinancing your current home, our local team will guide you through every step of the process.

Why Montana Home Buyers Choose Grizzly

Personal

You work directly with Darel and his team from application to closing. No handoffs, no surprises — just clear communication every step of the way.

Top Rated

Voted Best of Flathead in 2024 and 2025. Hundreds of five-star reviews from Montana buyers who trusted us with one of the biggest decisions of their lives.

Local

Our team lives and works right here in Montana, so we’re deeply connected to the communities we serve. You’ll see us showing up — supporting local events, working alongside neighbors, and investing back into the Flathead Valley.

Always Responsive

We understand life doesn’t always happen on a 9–5 schedule. Darel and the team make it a priority to be responsive and available when you need them, because your timeline should drive the process — not the clock.

More Lenders. More Options. Better Outcomes.

As an independent mortgage broker, Grizzly Mortgage isn’t tied to any single bank or lender. That means we can shop your loan across multiple lending institutions to find the best rate and terms for your unique situation.

For you, that translates to more options, less guesswork, and a loan that actually fits — not just the one that’s easiest for us to close.

“It’s not about closing another loan — it’s about being there to guide and support you every step of the way.” — Darel Handley

Your Road to Homeownership

Six steps from conversation to keys.

01

Pre-Approval

We review your income, credit, and goals to determine what you qualify for.

02

Home Shopping

Armed with your pre-approval, you work with your agent to find the right home.

03

Under Contract

Your offer is accepted — now your loan process formally begins.

04

Processing & Underwriting

We gather your documents and finalize the details with the lender.

05

Clear to Close

Final approval is issued. We review all numbers together before closing day.

06

Closing Day

You sign, we fund, and you get the keys. Welcome home.

Our Vision

To be the most trusted and uplifting mortgage team in Montana — where faith, relationships, and hometown service create wins for every client, every time.

What Our Clients Say

Darel was incredible to work with. Extremely helpful throughout every step of our home buying process, and just as enthusiastic and excited for us to succeed as we were! He helped us get the best loan option based on all the details of our purchase, and even now he is always available and happy to answer questions that we have. Top notch service that I would be surprised to find elsewhere.
Brittney Stevens
Darel was an exceptional lender to work with for our first home buying experience. He gave us great advice and was always realistic with expectations regarding the market and current rates. He went above and beyond with communication, was always available and found answers to every question and concern we had. We will definitely recommend him to family and friends!
Dylan Hahn
Darel has helped me twice! He was very professional, super quick to answer all my questions and concerns, and always willing to go the extra mile to make sure my loan went through quick as possible and hassle free! I can’t wait to buy my next home and call him up to help me again!
Katie Storm