Merle Watkins
- Loan Officer
- Sioux Falls, SD Branch
- NMLS#: 2828947
Licensed in: SD
Merle is a native South Dakotan who is proud to be back home after 25 years living out of state. Having grown up in Aberdeen and several smaller communities across the state, Merle returned in 2025 to be closer to family.
Before joining the mortgage industry, Merle built a career in journalism and libraries, where a passion for helping people find reliable information to make informed decisions was at the heart of every role. That service-minded approach continues today as a loan officer, with a commitment to providing clear communication, honest guidance, and personalized support throughout the home financing process.
Merle is honored to help individuals and families achieve their homeownership goals while serving the South Dakota communities that have always felt like home.
