Business Details
47 Years
experience
Your Trusted Commercial Mortgage Partner in Salt Lake City
The Clawson Group has been a trusted leader in commercial mortgage lending since 1979, specializing in financing income-producing commercial real estate. Founded by John A. Clawson and now led by his son Johnny Clawson, the company combines generational expertise with a commitment to tailored solutions for clients nationwide. Our team works closely with borrowers and lenders to structure financing packages that meet the unique needs of each property while maintaining the highest standards of integrity. With a focus on the Mountain States and Intermountain West, we leverage relationships with major life insurance companies, banks, pension funds, and CMBS providers to deliver competitive financing options. Recognized as Lender of the Year multiple times, our track record of excellence is built on decades of experience, industry certifications like CCIM, and a finance degree-holding team that prioritizes client satisfaction.Our streamlined underwriting, processing, and servicing ensure a high closing rate and exceptional service quality. We serve clients nationally while maintaining our principal office in Salt Lake City, where all operations are coordinated. Our leadership team, including President Johnny Clawson and Executive Director Trent Snarr, brings deep expertise in debt procurement and capital markets. By combining personalized service with access to diverse capital sources, we help clients achieve their investment goals through sound, customized financing strategies. This dedication to professionalism and results has solidified our reputation as a premier commercial mortgage lending firm.
Services
Office Building Financing
Retail Property Loans
Industrial Real Estate
Multifamily Housing
Self-Storage Facilities
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of specialized expertise in commercial real estate financing.
- Our team includes CCIM-certified professionals with deep industry knowledge.
- We maintain partnerships with major life insurance companies and CMBS providers.
- We provide nationwide service with localized market expertise in the Mountain States.
- Our high closing rate reflects our commitment to efficient, reliable service.
Associations and certifications
- CCIM
Services
Office Building Financing
We provide tailored financing solutions for multi-tenant and single-tenant office buildings. Our expertise includes structuring deals with major lenders to meet specific property requirements while ensuring competitive rates. Clients benefit from our deep relationships with life insurance companies and CMBS providers.
Retail Property Loans
Our retail property financing solutions cover shopping centers and standalone commercial retail spaces. We leverage partnerships with banks and pension funds to deliver customized loan structures that maximize investment potential and cash flow optimization.
Industrial Real Estate
We specialize in financing industrial properties including warehouses and distribution centers. Our team connects clients with capital sources that understand logistics market dynamics, ensuring terms that align with operational needs and market conditions.
Multifamily Housing
Our multifamily financing services cater to apartment complexes and mixed-use developments. We offer competitive rates through GSEs and institutional lenders, with flexible terms that accommodate both stabilized and value-add properties.
Self-Storage Facilities
We provide specialized financing for self-storage facilities, leveraging our market expertise to structure deals with lenders that understand this unique asset class. Solutions include both balance sheet and securitized debt options.
People
Johnny Clawson
President & CEO
CCIM-certified leader with 25+ years in commercial real estate finance. Serves as President since 2006, maintaining top producer status while overseeing operations and strategic growth initiatives.
Trent Snarr
Executive Director
18+ years in commercial real estate capital markets. Specializes in debt procurement for diverse property types, leveraging relationships with GSEs, CMBS providers, and life insurance companies to deliver optimal financing solutions.
Valorie Wagstaff
Loan Processor
25+ year veteran of The Clawson Group. Manages loan packaging and presentation processes with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring seamless lender communications and efficient transaction execution.
Kevyn Aldrich
Closing Officer
15+ years of management experience in mortgage closing operations. Coordinates between lenders, legal counsel, and borrowers to ensure timely, accurate loan closings while maintaining office operations oversight.
Questions
What types of commercial properties do you finance?
We specialize in office buildings, retail centers, industrial facilities, multifamily housing, and self-storage properties nationwide.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
While we operate nationally, we maintain specialized expertise in the Mountain States and Intermountain West regions.
What lenders do you work with?
We partner with major life insurance companies, banks, pension funds, and CMBS providers including Aegon, John Hancock, and Principal Mutual.
What sets your services apart?
Our 45+ years of experience, CCIM-certified professionals, and streamlined underwriting process deliver reliable, customized financing solutions.