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Churchill Mortgage Expands in California

Aug 01, 2018
Churchill Mortgage has announced its acquisition of Elev8 Mortgage

Churchill Mortgage has announced its newest branch in San Dimas, Calif. Mike Hardy and Rick Mount will both serve as Regional Managers for Churchill’s operations in Southern California. Working together as a team since 2010, Hardy and Mount have more than 45 years of qualified experience in the mortgage industry. Hardy’s background also includes experience as a Financial Advisor which allows him to better understand his borrower’s individual financial needs. Mount, prior to his work with Hardy, held several senior positions responsible for all aspects of the loan process.
 
Other members of Churchill’s San Dimas office include Melissa Chavez and Emily Holtzclaw as Production Managers; Ira Newman and Alana Smock as Senior Processors; Alyssa Torske as a Processor Assistant; Kristin Whitmer as Marketing Coordinator; and Ayman Botros, Christine Gilmartin, Randy Harrington, Mathew Herrera, Jonathan Jaidar, Geoffrey Kautzman, John Harsh, Gabriel Lozano, Jessica Martinez, Kevin Sprague and Troy Alexander as Home Loan Specialists.
 
“In a market as competitive as California, Rick and Mike’s leadership will be vital to helping borrowers make well-educated, thoughtful decisions regarding their next home purchase,” said Mike Hardwick, President of Churchill Mortgage. “We look forward to supporting their team as we continue to expand our Southern California presence.”

 
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