VISION
We believe it’s our responsibility to foster passion in ourselves and in others through our brand, our culture, and our product. We strive to provide more than mortgage lending, and in that same vein we realize that our biggest asset is our people. So while the rest of the mortgage industry is interested in short-term gains, we’re investing in technology and training our team—always having one hand in the future.
The Hallstead Mortgage Group is committed to assisting our clients and referral partners find meaningful solutions in an ever changing housing and financial market. Whether you need financial guidance towards realizing your dream of first time homeownership or seek a personalized plan for your refinance or reverse mortgage, we specialize in a large range of options including purchase, jumbo products and refinancing for active military, veterans and potential homeowners who value service.
At the Hallstead Mortgage Group, we realize it's always the people who make the most impact
on others.
We love our staff and they love to help people like you.
Hallstead Mortgage Group
MEET THE PARTNERS
JONATHAN HALLSTEAD
SVP, Retail Lending Strategy
NMLS 229557
jonathan.hallstead@cardinalfinancial.com
(949) 296-2205
Our VPs
Mike Benton
Mark Malmberg
VP, Division Manager Retail Lending
NMLS 1606849
mike.benton@cardinalfinancial.com
(719)-331-5443
Mortgage lending is more than selling loans. It's about helping people achieve their homeownership goals. Whether that's helping them reach a better financial position or connecting them to the home of their dreams, it's about guiding them to the finish line. My industry experience has taught me to take the time to understand my customers: What's their story? How can I help them in their pursuit of a home? When I see my customers as real people with real goals, needs, and dreams, I get to match them with the best loan product and create a truly seamless lending experience.
VP Retail Market Leader
NMLS 222760
mark.malmberg@cardinalfinancial.com
(949) 280-4082
For nearly 21 years, I have been guiding new clients, friends and families, to a properly architected mortgage solution. As a tenured mortgage professional, I have extensive experience in creating unique solutions dependent on each clients personal short and long-term financial goals. A successful Loan Origination career has led me to my current role, as VP of Retail Market Lending for Cardinal Financial. As an Orange County native born and raised, I care deeply about the local community as well as the financial well-being of the families in our community.
OUR BRANCH MANAGERS
Tamara Pulido
Branch manager
NMLS ID#1655776
Heater Reiter
Producing Branch manager
heather.reiter@cardinalfinancial.com
(612) 836-8558
tamara.pulido@cardinalfinancial.com
(209) 204-3795
Diandrai Webb
Branch manager
diandrai.webb@cardinalfinancial.com
(913) 215-0090
John Obradovich
Producing Branch Manager
john.obradovich@cardinalfinancial.com
(775) 848-3064
Nestor Santamaria
Branch manager
nestor.santamaria@cardinalfinancial.com
(775) 298-4449
Michele Adkisson
Branch manager
Augustus Bukowski
Producing Branch Manager
michele.adkisson@cardinalfinancial.com
(360) 367-8667
LOAN ORIGINATORS
With Tyler Lacey, it’s all about authenticity. Going beyond the often transactional experience clients might have with other lenders, Tyler works to build genuine, long-term relationships with each and every homeowner he serves, becoming a trusted guide as they make what is often their largest and most important investment.
With 23 years in the mortgage industry, including 15 years of branch management experience, Gene Avakian loves helping clients get into new homes, whether they’re first-time homebuyers or experienced owners moving on to their next home.
With nearly 2 decades of lending experience, Peter Howell has become a mortgage and refinance expert, channeling a passion for his community to help clients achieve their dreams of homeownership.
OUR SUPPORT TEAM
Cory Carter
Loan Originator Assistant
Elizabeth Hurbanis
Branch Operations Manager
elizabeth.hurbanis@cardinalfinancial.com
(832) 699-9358
For the last 12 years my sole focus has been business development through building and launching customized marketing strategies.
My collaborative and comprehensive approach ensures whatever channel we are developing — be it Podcast, Blog, Website, Social Media, Video, PPC, or PR — is positioned to produce marketing qualified leads and full
pipelines.
My role at Cardinal Financial on the Hallstead Mortgage Group is to support the entire group and their marketing efforts. This includes Websites, Social Media Planning, Email assistance, Graphics, Presentations and more.