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Cherise MacPherson

Cherise’s personal commitment to professional excellence, coupled with a strong desire to help others, is the common thread to her passion for the mortgage industry. She brings over 20 years of mortgage experience in all facets of the industry, with a strong emphasis in accounting, human resources, and compliance. Her favorite part of the mortgage […]

Annette Frese

Annette Frese joins the AdvantageFirst Lending family as a multitalented and proven Operations leader. She brings a unique ability to effectively execute processes and workflows, leading to increased productivity and high volumes of production. One of Annette’s specialties includes processing development. She has a successful track record of guiding employees in change management, increasing productivity […]

Sam Perle

With 15 years of hands-on experience in the mortgage industry, Sam has immersed himself in every facet of the loan process, gaining a deep understanding of the mechanics that drive success. Leveraging this comprehensive foundation, he specializes in business strategy, marketing, and technology, focusing on improving operational efficiencies and championing innovations that support scalable growth. […]

Jeff Ravenstine

Jeff Ravenstine joins the AdvantageFirst Lending family with a wide range of Sales, Upper-Level Underwriting, and Operations Management experience. Jeff has built teams from the ground up varying in sizes and several teams at some of the largest banks. He has managed large teams of employees while breaking down barriers with various departments, focusing on […]

Kurt Cymerint

BRE #01467751 Kurt Cymerint is the founder and CEO of AdvantageFirst Lending. With almost 20 years of mortgage experience, he is one of the most respected mortgage professionals in Southern California. Kurt has guided thousands of happy families through some of the most tumultuous real estate markets in history and helped them find the perfect […]