Brendan Hickey

Brendan Hickey

Senior Mortgage Banker NMLS #47876

5.00
16 reviews

With more than 30 years of experience in residential lending, Brendan Hickey is a highly respected leader in the mortgage industry, known both locally and nationally for his expertise, integrity, and long‑standing commitment to customer success. He has been with Total Mortgage since 2023 and has earned the company’s prestigious Presidents Club award every year since joining.


Brendan began his mortgage career with Chase Manhattan in 1990 before moving to Approved Home Mortgage in 1997, where he later became owner in 2003. Over the next two decades, he guided the company through multiple successful mergers—including with the Bank of Maine and later Camden National—before reestablishing Approved Home Mortgage as an independent brokerage. In 2023, he partnered with Total Mortgage Services, continuing to expand his reach and impact in the industry.


A graduate of Bowdoin College and a former collegiate hockey All‑American, Brendan brings the same discipline and leadership from the rink into his professional life. Outside of work, he is deeply involved in his community—coaching youth sports, serving as an assistant high school hockey coach, and volunteering for more than 30 years as Regional Director for Ice Skating with Special Olympics of Maine.


Brendan’s career is defined by longevity, consistency, and a genuine dedication to helping clients navigate the mortgage process with confidence. He remains a trusted partner for borrowers, real estate professionals, and colleagues alike.

What my clients say

Brendan & his team always do a great job. We have partnered with these guys for purchases, and re-fi’s. Highly recommended!!

Anna L.

thelenderlist

Brendan and his team worked hard at making sure the process was simple and as easy as could be with the priority of getting you to that closing date. Would recommend them to everyone.

Cameron P.

thelenderlist

Great service and very helpful

Kenneth A.

thelenderlist

Can't say enough about Brendan Hickey. Great guy. Always available and tough as nails. Strong endorsement.

Doug H.

google

Brendan was tremendous. Never give up guy. Will happily work with him again.

Douglas H.

thelenderlist

Brendan and Meaghan were great! They worked hard to make the mortgage happen at a good rate! I highly recommend.

Carla M.

thelenderlist

Working with Total Mortgage was such a refreshing experience! This is my third time buying, but the first time I felt like my mortgage company was truly on my side. Every step of the way, Brendan and his team were there to promptly answer questions, solve problems, and to keep as much stress off of my plate as possible - allowing me to focus on the very long list of other things to worry about while buying and selling a home. The process was so seamless that I was often surprised to see notifications coming through that various milestones had been completed with so little effort on my part. Whenever I did start to get anxious, Brendan was there to reassure me that we were on track and would make it over the finish line. I really can't recommend Total Mortgage enough, and if I buy again or refinance, I will choose them again without question!

Ryan L.

google

Working with Total Mortgage was such a refreshing experience! This is my third time buying, but the first time I felt like my mortgage company was truly on my side. Every step of the way, Brendan and his team were there to promptly answer questions, solve problems, and to keep as much stress off of my plate as possible - allowing me to focus on the very long list of other things to worry about while buying and selling a home. The process was so seamless that I was often surprised to see notifications coming through that various milestones had been completed with so little effort on my part. Whenever I did start to get anxious, Brendan was there to reassure me that we were on track and would make it over the finish line. I really can't recommend Total Mortgage enough, and if I buy again or refinance, I will choose them again without question!

Ryan L.

thelenderlist

This is my third time buying, but the first time I felt like my mortgage company was truly on my side. Every step of the way, Brendan and his team were there to promptly answer questions, solve problems, and to keep as much stress off of my plate as possible - allowing me to focus on the very long list of other things to worry about while buying and selling a home. The process was so seamless that I was often surprised to see notifications coming through that various milestones had been completed with so little effort on my part. Whenever I did start to get anxious, Brendan was there to reassure me that we were on track and would make it over the finish line. I really can't recommend Total Mortgage enough, and if I buy again or refinance, I will choose them again without question!

Ryan L.

zillow

Mr. Hickey really helped to pull me out of the weeds. When things were looking bleak for my home loan, Brendan swooped in and saved me. He gave me lots of options and found me a fantastic deal. I would recommend him to anyone looking at getting a home loan.

Wyatt G.

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