You are about to make one of the largest financial decisions your business will face, and most people go into it without a clear picture of what a lender actually cares about. We spent years fixing that problem in home financing, then watched it play out again in commercial, where the dollars are bigger, the properties are more complicated, and the timelines are tighter, with heavier penalties for missing them.
To make it harder, the information was tough to get in plain English, right when clarity mattered most.
We had also been on the borrower side ourselves. We've financed buildings, owned investment property, worked through refinance decisions, and waited on lenders while a deal was still moving. That changes how you talk about financing. It's not theoretical when your own closing date is on the calendar.
We created BluRidge to meet the needs of business owners, investors, developers, and property owners who want a clear read on their financing options before they spend money on reports, appraisals, legal work, or due diligence.
Sometimes bridge financing is the best option, other times an SBA loan, a debt fund, private or family office capital, or a more traditional commercial loan is the better fit, and sometimes the deal structure needs to be refined before a lender will take it seriously. Our goal is to help you understand your options, avoid expensive mistakes and missteps, and land financing that meets your goals.
Our Team
Who you'll work with
Alan Blood
Managing Partner, Strategic Finance
When a deal gets complicated, like tight timelines, a unique property, or even your primary bank already said no, you need someone who's seen it before.
Alan has worked in mortgage and real estate financing since 1996, closing thousands of transactions across commercial acquisitions, office, retail, hospitality, and assisted living facilities. He's also been a principal in commercial projects since 2003, so he knows what it feels like to wait on financing while a deal hangs in the balance.
His background in economics from BYU and law from the University of Utah shapes how he works through complex deals and finds solutions when conventional paths don't work. He's a founding board member and former President of the Utah Association of Mortgage Brokers, served as Utah's delegate to the national association, and speaks regularly on market trends and real estate strategy to investor groups.
Alan and his wife Lynette have worked together for the last 25 years in the successful mortgage business they built, and have four kids. Together they love traveling, exploring new places, and trying new food. Latest adventure was frog legs in France (7/10, not great, but not bad).
Finding the right capital for a commercial deal can be the hardest part of getting the deal done. Banks can move slow, terms don't fit, and some great opportunities just don't check the right boxes for traditional lenders. You need someone with real relationships and the creativity and connections to structure capital and financing that works for your specific needs and goals.
Dillan has built and invested in multiple real estate entities across development, funding, and investor education. He knows what it's like to build something from scratch, wait on capital, and make the numbers work when the path forward isn't obvious. Those experiences built the relationships and pattern recognition he brings to every deal.
Dillan founded Summit Home Loans in 2018, which he has grown into one of Utah's largest mortgage brokerages. That experience taught him what actually matters in lending: great pricing, a streamlined process, and doing what you say you're going to do.
Dillan's wife and three kids are his top priority. When he's not working, you'll find him traveling with family, mountain biking, snowboarding, or on the golf course working on his unusual but surprisingly effective swing.
What clients say about working with Alan Blood and Dillan Lewis
Extremely professional and kind. This team works together and makes sure your needs are met. Second to none.
Client of Alan BloodVerified client review
I have known Dillan Lewis for a long time and he's always been professional and honest.
Client of Dillan LewisVerified client review
Incredibly knowledgeable about the industry, rules, and regulations. He answered questions timely and delivered results within the timeline and as initially discussed.
Client of Alan BloodVerified client review
Incredibly responsive and educated. Honest and hardworking, and they will get the job done.
Client of Dillan LewisVerified client review
Moved heaven and earth for us when we got in a pinch and needed to make our closing happen two weeks earlier than scheduled. Responsive, informative, and most of all, they delivered.
Client of Alan BloodVerified client review
Listened to a great educational presentation by him. Definitely worth giving this a shot.
Client of Dillan LewisVerified client review
Extremely informative, professional, and honest. I'm constantly keeping my ears open for people I can refer him to, because of the ethics and knowledge.
Client of Alan BloodVerified client review
Made the entire process incredibly easy from start to finish.
Client of Dillan LewisVerified client review
His knowledge and desire to do what is right for his clients set him apart.
Client of Alan BloodVerified client review
Outstanding performance. Friendly and professional. Made the whole thing easy.
Client of Dillan LewisVerified client review
Honest and direct in helping me realize when it might be better to forgo a refinance. He's helpful, quick, and direct.
Client of Alan BloodVerified client review
I work in an adjacent industry and appreciate the knowledge and communication I've had with Dillan. He truly cares about the people he serves.
Client of Dillan LewisVerified client review
A master of his trade, with his experience and knowledge. We ended up with the best deal, both financially and professionally.
Client of Alan BloodVerified client review
They were incredibly responsive, and the communication was clear and timely the whole way through.
Client of Dillan LewisVerified client review
He made sure to answer any question we had and was more than willing to look at different options to help us be comfortable.
Client of Alan BloodVerified client review
Professional and honest, and clearly focused on doing right by the client.
Client of Dillan LewisVerified client review
If you are looking for someone with your best interests in mind, look no further. Second to none.
Client of Alan BloodVerified client review
Knowledgeable, communicative, and they truly care about the people they serve.
Client of Dillan LewisVerified client review
My loan was on the smaller side, but I never felt overlooked. Professional, friendly, and reliable, and they communicate quickly.
Client of Alan BloodVerified client review
An outstanding experience. Clear, timely communication made the entire process smooth.
Client of Dillan LewisVerified client review
Delivers beyond expectations, over and over. Incredibly knowledgeable, and he answered questions timely and delivered as discussed.
Client of Alan BloodVerified client review
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