Our Originating Team
Choose an originator below to connect with them.
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- Scott Voelkel
- NMLS: 297779
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- Cathy Ortega
- NMLS: 66988
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- Chuck Pearson
- NMLS: 295955
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- Randy Sims
- NMLS: 562936
Borrower Testimonials
I appreciate all of the information and guidance Scott and his team provided me with throughout my home buying journey. Scott has a wealth of knowledge that he shared and explained in a way that not only made sense, but made the process easier.
Scott lender was fantastic to work with from start to finish. He was incredibly responsive, knowledgeable, and made the entire process feel easy and straightforward. He kept us informed every step of the way, answered all of our questions quickly, and helped make what could have been a stressful process feel seamless. We couldn’t have asked for a...
Chuck Pearson is the most professional lender I have dealt with. He is very responsive and a great communicator which makes the process easier. His knowledge of the industry is second to none. The process is seamless and the service outstanding. I highly recommend him."
Chuck is very good with giving me a update on my loan and help with anything I needs about the house I refinance or purchase. This is my 3rd loan I am doing with Chuck and looking forward to working with him again. Thank you so much Chuck for all your help
All the staff was very helpful , friendly , kind and understanding . Staff also took the time to help me understand and explain what was going on even when having to repe what I'm sure they had already told me a few times
It was jst a complicated process,many things were asked for repeatedly.
Chuck worked diligently to ensure we had everything we needed and to make sure we understood the whole process.
I was guided what type of loan was best for me. Also i was kept alert on any changes on the market which could affect my loan due to changing interest rate. My questions were answered on time
Stick to it- ness.... Scott didnt give up despite hurdles.
Scott Voelkel has made this experience pleasant and approached the project with the highest professionalism. He took time to understand the nuances of my situation and made sure that we approached the planning in the most diliberate way possible to get the net result we are looking for. I will use his services as often as necessary and he came hi...
Made everything clear and not confusing for a first time home owner
Working with Chuck was an excellent experience from beginning to end. As a first-time homebuyer, I had a lot of questions, and he was always patient, responsive, and willing to explain every detail. He kept the process organized, communicated proactively, and made sure I understood each step. I truly appreciated his honesty, professionalism, and co...
It was a pleasure to work with Scott! My fiance and I were pretty nervous diving into this seller's market for our first home, but Scott was able to make our lending experience as smooth as possible. We knew this process was going to be overwhelming, especially being first time home buyers, but Scott provided clear explanations and answered all que...
I had a great experience working with my loan officer, Scott throughout the homebuying process. He was very knowledgeable, professional, and always took the time to answer my questions and explain everything clearly. As a first-time homebuyer, that gave me a lot of confidence throughout the process. The underwriting stage was definitely the most c...
Scott was an exceptional communicator and stayed hands on in this transaction . I liked working with him not only for his expertise with these types of loans but his compassion to assist my buyer to purchase her first home ! I knew he really cared and enjoyed working with him and his team !
Scott is an amazing person that went out of his way to make sure that I was taking care of the entire home buying process. It was a long process and he made sure that I didn't get disappointed and give up on my dream home. He knows what he is doing and I would recommend him to any and everyone I meet that is looking to buy a home. He is awesome!
Communication was excellent! Processed moved along quickly
A pleasure to work with!
Scott took the time to review every possible corner of the homebuying process with me before I placed an offer. He and his team were there everyday following up on paperwork and emails to ensure I had everything I needed to close on my first house. I have and will continue to refer him to future buyers.
I appreciate the great communication with Scott & staff and the ease of using the app to transmit forms. Thank you for helping me get a great deal...including a grant...to get my first home!
Buying my home was a long and difficult process. When we started my credit wasn't great and the sellers made things difficult. However, Scott helped me learn how to fix my credit. He and his team stood beside me through the whole process and had everything ready to go. When the sellers decided to kick it into gear, Scott's team had my loan ready to...
scott is awesome
They all are great. They were all very helpful and patient.They helped us get through it all. Couldnt ask for any better than these people. Anyone looking for a house contact them.
I wish I had gone to Scott earlier. His staff is knowledgeable, hard working and delivered exceptional customer service. Scott took the time to meet with me and go over everything. He guided me through the down payment assistance process and had a wealth of knowledge about down payment assistance. I would highly recommend Scott and his team.
I believe scott was helpful in his advice he gave us especially for me because I am a first time home buyer. He was supportive in letting me know on how I can make a wise decision when it comes to buying a home. I consider him 100 percent preferable and would definitely recommend EVERYONE to use him!!! Great Job!
Scott did! He was amazing to work with and helped us understand everything we needed to sting the process. Super helpful and reliable. He helped us find the best things that worked for us.
Scott is professional, insightful and leaves you empowered to make the best decision. His team worked hard to make the process very easy. We highly recommend him.
I was in the process of refinancing through a larger scale company. Scott reached out at the perfect time and got me a lower rate than the "big box" store did. Premier makes it so easy to work with, they make you feel a sense of calm and worry free. I have recommended Scott to a coworker and they used him for their mortgage. I already have told...
Scott is one of the most knowledgeable lenders I know! He always takes the time to answer any questions my clients or I have and proactively comes up with solutions. His understanding of loan products, grants, tax credits, and down payment assistance funds is unparalleled in the Columbus market!
Great team to work with and everything was done online without having to go anywhere except at closing. Thank you Scott and your team for doing a great job. 👍🏼
I honestly can't believe how helpful and knowledgeable Chuck was. My goodness, he made this experience as simple for me as he possibly could. Thank you, Chuck!!
This loan closed on schedule during unprecedented times. Many thanks to all involved in the process.
Chuck is the best, great communication, timely responses and follow up when necessary. Chuck is the only one I call for my lending needs.
Everything was handled promptly and the entire process was very easy thanks to chuck.
Smooth transaction
Thank you chuck for making things a lot quicker and easier for me to close in three weeks.
Chuck kept us informed every step of the way.
Chuck highly surpassed my satisfaction! He helped me every step of the way and answered all my questions, no matter the time of day. I will definitely recommend!!
My client remarked at closing that she was extremely impressed with the personalized service and attention she received from Chuck. From contract to closing the process was smooth and Chuck was there every step of the way willing to provide information and answer questions.
Well my experience with Chuck meant the world to me. He made my it very easy for me to understand and answered all the questions I had for him. I also saw in him his professionalism which made me feel confident that he was the man for the job. Also he has a great personality that made me and my girlfriend feel like he had been a friend for a long ...
Everything like they working hard for client
Chuck was incredible. He was very accommodating of my second shift work schedule and answered every question I had along the loan process completely and in a very timely manner. He went above and beyond to make sure I qualified for the house I wanted. I’ve been nothing but impressed at every turn
Chuck was always available to answer questions and keep our loan moving forward. I appreciate his flexibility and willingness to connect whenever needed.
Chuck is just Awesome! He really went the extra mile for me and my family.
Randy is the best!
Dear Randy, Thank you so very much for the wonderful service that you and your co-workers (Dan and Rane) provided Lynn (Yvetta). You all were wonderful! You treated Lynn and her transaction with the same professionalism, care and respect that you would have given had this been a million dollar sale. That means a lot to me. Plus, I am sure it ...
Randy’s communication throughout this process was stellar! Thanks for the clear to close almost 14 days earlier than anticipated!
I could have done without the craziness of the market but we can't control that. Everything went pretty smoothly.
Randy was so patient, kind, and full of information. He always returned my calls no matter how late I called, and was always there with my numbers, reminding me of my budget I set for myself. He treated me like an individual and not another client. He is Terrific.
Randy was extremely knowledgeable and patient throughout the process. He kept me well informed on what was needed and when. He was very personable and made me feel comfortable.
Randy and his team was a blessing to work with everything went smooth .Thank you so much.
Great communication, and closed on time!
Randy did a great job helping me get ready to buy my first home!! We hit some hiccups because of COVID but he let things on track and helped me get the house I wanted!!
Randy was involved in every aspect of our home buying process. He went out of his way to help us with everything!
Randy was great throughout the entire refinancing process. He is so knowledgeable and works so hard. I would recommend him to anyone.
Randy was a god send in my opinion. I was very uninformed about any benefits I could receive for being a first time home buyer. He helped me by educating me and getting me to closing with no issues what so ever! He also helped me save quite a bit of money at closing. He’s a very intelligent and kind man! I’d recommend him to anyone in need!
Randy goes the extra mile for my clients every time!
This is my second time working with Randy. Each time Randy stays ahead of everything and keep you in the loop on all the details. You can tell he is every experienced and understand people making them feel relaxed. I would say Randy checks all the boxes and more!
The personal attention that was given to me. I felt like I was being assisted by a close family member. I was kept well informed during each step of the process.
Had a great interest rate that has reduced my monthly mortgage payment significantly and a great service from Randy. He was clear, convincing, and prompt in answering all my questions. Actually he made the refinancing process more easier than I expected.
Randy was great to work with, he was with my client's every step of the way!
Cathy was friendly, knowledgeable, personable, and punctual! It was a joy to work with her, and she made the process smooth and easy. Thank you Cathy!
Cathy was in constant contact and made special trips to accommodate our signing process when the software failed.
Cathy helped give me information and helped solve any problems that came up. I would recommend her to anyone!
Buying our first house was a very daunting task and Cathy did a great job helping us along the way. She made our experience very smooth and answered all of our questions in a timely manner. We would recommend Cathy to anyone looking to purchase a home!
Very thorough with the process. Kept me well informed the entire time.
Cathy was always at our beck and call throughout the entire process! My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed working with her.
Cathy Ortega is what made the experience great. She is extremely knowledgeable and remains current on all new changes in Lending. Cathy is very personable approachable easy to work with no question is a dumb question when you're working with Cathy. She always seems to put the most skittish buyer at complete ease. When it comes to real estate transa...
Cathy is responsive and takes care of business!
Cathy is AMAZING. She worked on my first mortgage and my refinance. She is great at explaining all of the different options and does the research to make sure everything is accurate!
Cathy was amazing through the whole process. She went above and beyond to make things as easy as possible for me and she always had my best interests in mind with every step of the way. As a first time home buyer I felt very comfortable with Cathy, I was well educated and knew I was in good hands. I absolutely recommend her to anyone seeking a mort...
Cathy made it great!!!!!
Mrs Ortega-Contreras was extremely competent and always willing to assist me through the process of obtaining a mortgage. I could wish everyone was as great as she.
Cathy always answered her phone or called back quickly to update me on the loan status.
I was impressed!
Very friendly and helpful service
Cathy does a phenomenal job with her clients! She keeps everyone informed with updates as the process goes along. Great communicator which is key in this business!!
Cathy is absolutely amazing! She was very knowledgeable, professional and always easily accessible to answer any questions or concerns I had during the home loan process. Cathy worked very hard to ensure I received the most update information concerning every step of the process and was always happy to explain anything I did not understand. Her kin...
Cathy worked with us each step of the way. She provided great advice which led to us buying our first home. I would recommend her to my family and friends. I will forever be grateful for the level of commitment she gave to us.
I have purchased multiple homes and this was by far the easiest process. Cathy was very responsive to all my questions and moved the loan along very quickly. She was very professional and made the whole process stress free. Cathy, thanks so much for all you work!!
Cathy was very hands on and walked me through each step. She made sure I understood everything. I was able to call her at anytime if I needed assistance. She made me feel as if I was her only client. Working with her made my experience less stressful.
Chuck was friendly and professional. He made the process easier by providing me with information on what to expect and how to navigate my way through. He assisted me with obtaining down payment assistance and the programs available to me.
Everytime I've reached out to Randy for different lending scenerios he immediately accepts the challenge and reassures me he has a loan program to offer! Randy takes the time to talk to clients and the follow through with his team from the first conversation to closing was excellent. Highly recommend!
Highly recommended.! He is very helpful
Cathy is a great communicator and very professional. She follows up when needed in a timely manner and works as a team.
Cathy kept on top of information needed and kept in contact with me throughout the entire process
Cathy is so friendly and responsive. She was wonderful to work with!
Very professional and communicated updates as the loan was processing.
Weekly follow up was very good
Worked with me and helped me get through the best way possible.
quicker and more consistence communication
Worked with me to get a great rate and complete the loan process.
Good guy, smooth process. Would work with again.
Cathy was a great communicator and made the process smooth for my client.
Pleasant, informative, helped us find the best options!
It would be great if you could identify your client with each correspondence.
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