Our Team

With Family Mortgage Planners, you can be confident that you’re working with real people who care about serving you well.

Family Mortgage Planners isn’t just a name

Family is how we operate.

As a true family-run team, we believe your mortgage deserves clear communication, honest advice, and guidance that looks out for your long-term well-being.

Many of our clients become repeat clients because we take the time to understand their goals, keep them consistently updated, and recommend what’s truly best — even if that means advising them to stay with their bank.

We’ve helped thousands of Canadians achieve the dream of homeownership. We look forward to serving you, too!

– Mark, Joel, and Jonah
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Meet the Family Behind Family Mortgage Planners

Mark Kostelyk

Mark Kostelyk

Founder & Licensed Mortgage Broker

Mark has been a licensed mortgage broker since 2002. What began as a new opportunity quickly became a career built around helping families accomplish one of life’s biggest milestones — homeownership.

Over the past two decades, Mark has helped hundreds of Edmonton and Sherwood Park homebuyers secure the right mortgage for their situation. His approach has always been steady and relationship-focused: clear explanations, honest advice, and guidance that looks beyond just the immediate rate to the long-term impact.

Clients often describe Mark as calm, thoughtful, and easy to talk to. He is honored to have the trust of his clients that lasts well beyond the closing date.

Joel Kostelyk

Mortgage Broker

Joel is known for his professionalism, patience, and ability to navigate more complex situations with calm confidence. Whether working with tight timelines or unique financial circumstances, he approaches each file with thoroughness and care.

Clients appreciate his steady guidance and willingness to go the extra mile — sometimes literally — to ensure everything stays on track from application to funding.

Joel Kostelyk - Sherwood Park and Greater Edmonton Mortgage Broker
Jonah Kostelyk - Mortgage Planner

Jonah Kostelyk

Mortgage Broker

Jonah brings a strong attention to detail and a proactive communication style to every file. Clients frequently mention how responsive he is — quick to answer questions, clarify options, and keep things moving smoothly.

He enjoys helping first-time buyers feel confident and informed, ensuring they understand every step of the process. His focus is simple: make the mortgage experience clear, organized, and stress-free.

Together, we’re here to help you navigate the mortgage process with a team you can trust every step of the way.

I’d recommend them to
anyone I know without hesitation.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

“Family Mortgage Planners definitely delivered a 5 star experience. They went above and beyond, making this the easiest, most professional experience I had securing a mortgage. They were exceptionally friendly and very helpful in getting me the absolute best rate for my mortgage. I would, without hesitation, refer anyone I know to them for their services. Makes one get the true feeling of a family operated business and know your account matters to them.”

Donna M.

Why our Team Structure Matters

At Family Mortgage Planners, your mortgage is supported by our entire team, not just one person.

Many mortgage “teams” are simply individual brokers working under the same brand — each managing their own clients and files.

Because we work as a team, you get:

  • Multiple experts reviewing your file — helping catch details early and avoid surprises.
  • Collaborative problem-solving — we work together to find the best mortgage for your situation.
  • Faster responses — because you’re supported by a full team, not a single broker’s schedule.
  • Help when you need it — call, text, or email and someone is ready to jump in.

The result is a mortgage process that feels clearer, faster, and far less stressful — with a team that’s truly looking out for you.

Their approach is unbeatable.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

“I’ve used Family Mortgage Planners several times now, and have recommended them to friends who have also utilized their services. They’re conscientious, friendly approach to what can be intimidating subjects is second to none, and what I appreciate most. Their ability to get great rates doesn’t hurt either. I will continue to emphatically recommend them, as well as use their services personally in the future.”

Robert M.

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  • Mark has been a pleasure to work with. Competitive rates and valuable advice. Thought I would try a discount mortgage provider direct and If I chose him instead I would have saved a lot of money as rates dropped and now I’m locked in! Very happy with his service and value... read more he bring to the table

    Alex Hogg Avatar Alex H.
    January 18, 2021

    Joel Kostelyk and Mark Kostelyk of Family Morgage Planners provided us high quality service. Mark told us the processing of our application would take less than a week and he was right because we got the conditional approval a day after we submitted all the required documents. They found the... read more lender who could give us the best interest rate and great loan feautures. Mark guided us to the easy documentation process of our application up to the end. Not only that, they still offered after-sale service to answer any questions even though the mortgage has already been released. They were very helpful, and honest/transparent to every detail of the transactions. I will definitely recommend them to my family members, coworkers, and friends. Five star for you and more power!

    8. Jhun Guerrero 008 GmailCom Avatar 8. J.
    February 14, 2021

    Had the pleasure of working with Jonah and I cannot recommend him enough! From the moment we started the mortgage process, Jonah was knowledgeable, responsive, and truly had my best interests as the top priority. Buying a home can be overwhelming, but the team made everything seamless and stress-free. Thank you!!

    Davis DiSciglio Avatar Davis D.
    April 7, 2025
  • Had a great experience at Family Mortgage. I was working with Jonah and he was very knowledgeable and always quick to respond to my questions.

    Crista Avatar Crista
    April 4, 2025

    Excellent and convenient service! Their website makes uploading the necessary documents safe and easy. They are very responsive and work efficiently. My financing was the last thing I felt I needed to worry about in the purchase of my first home. Going with family mortgage planners for my mortgage really... read more helped relieve stress and reassure that I was getting a competitive rate in the current market.

    Cormack Chapdelaine Avatar Cormack C.
    April 22, 2022

    If you are looking for a mortgage, then look no further then Mark and Joel. They will treat you like family and will go above and beyond what you would expect. Highly recommend this team!

    Jon Avatar Jon
    October 16, 2021
  • Mark was fantastic to work with. After dealing with a bank and having a less than positive experience, Mark had me pre-approved in less than an hour in a better deal than I thought possible. I would recommend them in a heartbeat!

    Tiffany Labrash Avatar Tiffany L.
    November 16, 2021

    Highly recommended! As first time home buyers it was a great experience having Joel handle our mortgage. He was so helpful and knowledgeable. He knew what lenders would work for our particular situation and got us great rates. Also he clearly communicated what we should expect at each... read more stage and helped ease any worries we had. He was easy to get a hold of and continued to touch base throughout the process to make sure everything was in order. Thanks Joel and the Family Mortgage Planners for a great experience and helping us get our mortgage for our first home.

    Stuart Shelley Avatar Stuart S.
    March 1, 2021

    Joel and Mark were excellent and were always there to answer any questions I had!

    Joseph Robalo Avatar Joseph R.
    November 16, 2021
  • Mark and his team were super helpful when it was time for me to renew my mortgage. They provided helpful, non-judgemental answers to my questions and provided excellent options for my situation. Thank you so much!

    Josh Kempe Avatar Josh K.
    August 28, 2025

    Jonah walked us through the whole process and we ended up exactly where we needed to be. Both him and Mark are quick to respond and help out. Plus you can get everything setup from where ever you are.

    Jeremy Teeuwsen Avatar Jeremy T.
    November 15, 2025

    We have been working with Mark and Joel for years. They always work hard for us, and take all the stress out of renewing our mortgage or signing up for a new one. They are always there to answer questions no matter what. Mark, Joel and the rest of the... read more team are amazing!

    Lisa Macdonald Avatar Lisa M.
    August 16, 2021
  • FMP was good to work with and very helpful for us!

    Bill Dowhun Avatar Bill D.
    September 10, 2023

    Joel and Mark were great to work with. Knowledgeable, kind and understanding of our situation as a business owners. Thanks again guys!

    Brandley Payne Avatar Brandley P.
    September 16, 2021

    Mark, Jonah and Joel really made getting the right financial institution for our mortgage easy and without stress. They were exceptional from start to finish and I am certainly looking forward to working with them in the nearest future. Thank you Family Mortgage planners.

    Afolabi Damilola Avatar Afolabi D.
    November 14, 2023
  • Jonah is amazingly knowledgeable and answered all my questions.

    Mark Poechman Avatar Mark P.
    May 10, 2024

    Mark and Joel were competent and always available to answer questions throughout the entire process. Our financing was approved and went through without any problems whatsoever. We’re very thankful to Mark and Joel!

    Benjamin Wiebe Avatar Benjamin W.
    April 2, 2025

    It definitely was a team effort from the "Family Mortgage Team". Mark and Joel both helped us through our home search. They always had an answer for us and gave sound advice. They are very accessible and prompt. We recommend you talk with them and give "Family Mortgage Team" a... read more chance to earn your business. Jamie and Janine.

    Jamie Davidson Avatar Jamie D.
    December 16, 2021
  • Incredible service and support. Highly recommend!

    felicia star Avatar felicia s.
    September 10, 2023

    Glad I found family mortgage planners. They are 100% reliable and they go all the way for you and also with you all the way through the process. I will recommend them without thinking twice.

    Charles Dare Avatar Charles D.
    December 14, 2023

    Recently got a mortgage through this company. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Quick response to any questions I had. We had a fairly tight deadline but they made the whole process very quick and easy, highly recommend.

    Meredith Kennedy Avatar Meredith K.
    May 10, 2024
  • My husband and I bought our first home through the Family Mortgage team. From the get go, Mark and his team provided us with great client service and answered all of our questions. As soon as we locked in on a home they were immediately on it and helped us... read more close the deal within a week. They answered our calls after working hours and reassured us that we would close the deal. I couldn’t be happier with the service we got. Moreover, they continuously worked hard to get us the lowest rates possible. I highly recommend the Family Mortgage Planner team.

    Priyanka Avatar Priyanka
    January 14, 2024

    Awesome group to deal with. Easy to understand their advice. Would definitely recommend to my friends and family. Thanks again for all your help.

    Jim Forcade Avatar Jim F.
    September 14, 2023

    The team at Family Mortgage Planners are exceptional. They got us a great rate on our house when we first purchased back in 2015, and got us an even better rate when we refinanced in 2020. They are super easy to communicate with and are very helpful at answering any... read more questions or concerns. We will continue to use them for our mortgage needs and I drop their name to all of my friends who are looking for mortgages.

    Beau Williamson (Beau Danger) Avatar Beau W.
    February 14, 2021
  • The team at Family Mortgage led by Mark are great and highly professional, l did not experience any issues working with them. Joel and Jonah did a great job making our mortgage process smooth, l particularly loved the fact that they respond to messages timely and answer any questions... read more l had. I will highly recommend Family Mortgage for your mortgage needs.

    Opeoluwatosin ope Avatar Opeoluwatosin o.
    September 14, 2023

    Working with Joel at family Mortgage was a wonderful experience, will be recommending to my friends and family.

    Sovdi Media Avatar Sovdi M.
    December 11, 2025

    Working with Joel and team at Family Mortgage Planners made the entire mortgage process so much less stressful. They were super patient, knowledgeable, and always quick to answer our questions (even the small ones). They explained everything clearly and helped us understand what we actually qualified for. Thank you for your... read more help!

    Maria Toro Avatar Maria T.
    November 29, 2025
  • Quick, efficient, easy. It was our first home purchase and Family Mortgage Planners made the mortgage side of things as painless as possible—THANK YOU!

    Royal Avatar Royal
    March 18, 2025

    I had an outstanding experience with family mortgage team. Jonah and Joel were very professional and they made this whole process super easy and stress free. The communication was top-notch during the process and they responded timly manner to my emails and texts. I would recommend family mortgage team to... read more anyone whos in mortgage needs around me. Thank you so much!! You guys are best!!

    MK Avatar MK
    October 4, 2025

    We received the most excellent service! Joel was thorough and patient with the particularities of my situation and the whole process went smoother than I could have hoped for. Our real estate lawyer even commented to me that my mortgage broker did an amazing job because it had been ages... read more since he had seen a lower mortgage rate. Hats off to this incredible team at Family Mortgage Planners!

    Kristin Berg Avatar Kristin B.
    February 8, 2023

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