Andre Shmoldas
Producing Sales Manager
University of California, San Diego
With 22+ years in mortgage lending, Andre Shmoldas is a Producing Sales Manager at Griffin Funding and a specialist in non-QM financing. Since entering the industry in 2003 after graduating from UC San Diego, he has closed 700+ loans, inclu...... Show More
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Maintaining some kind of consistency for communications, I'm not sure who to deal with as started with Griffin, to Deephaven, to Figure lending. I understand my contract can be sold, but then the axis of communicatin changes, risking losing...
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Great rates and service
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June 6th, 2026 04:45 PM
Jim, I'm pleased to hear that you appreciated the rates and service. Thank you for your kind words and for choosing Griffin Funding for your cash-out refinance.
Andre understands how to navigate the complicated and sometime annoying process of underwriting
Reply from Andre Shmoldas
June 5th, 2026 01:52 PM
Kenneth, I appreciate your recognition of my ability to navigate the underwriting process. It's important to me that I make this experience as smooth as possible for you. Thank you for your trust and positive feedback.
Griffin Funding acts quickly and has the best options available
Reply from Andre Shmoldas
June 5th, 2026 10:24 AM
Aaron, I'm glad you found Griffin Funding's options to be the best for your needs. Your feedback on our efficiency is greatly appreciated.
i really liked Andre's positive and creative attitude for my specific situation He is a good listene, which makes a great Sales person He explained the process to me thoroughly and I felt very comfortable moving forward with him on my loan...
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Reply from Andre Shmoldas
June 4th, 2026 08:35 PM
Araceli, I'm grateful for your thoughtful review and pleased that my approach resonated with your needs. It's wonderful to hear that you felt comfortable and valued during the process. I look forward to continuing our work together in August...
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If I could give more stars I would. This was my first home loan. Andre made sure that everything ran smoothly and I always felt like he was in my corner. He explained the process perfectly so that I knew exactly what was needed and when. He...
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June 4th, 2026 04:30 PM
Sabrina, I'm grateful for your wonderful feedback and the opportunity to assist with your first home loan. It's great to know that you felt supported and well-informed throughout the process. Thank you for your kind words, and I look forward...
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The 2nd time around is always better & easier, as was the case
Reply from Andre Shmoldas
June 2nd, 2026 03:24 PM
Zayd, I'm pleased to hear your second experience went smoothly! Thank you for trusting me again with your cash-out refinance.
Andre has been the most professional lender or mortgage broker I have ever worked with. He is not a paper pusher, but somebody who actually understands the needs of his client. He does not waste your time with back and forth and gets the deal...
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Reply from Andre Shmoldas
May 30th, 2026 05:52 PM
Jack, I appreciate your kind words about my approach. I'm glad to know that my efforts to understand and meet your needs made a positive impact on your refinance experience. Thank you for taking the time to share this feedback!
Great experience
Reply from Andre Shmoldas
May 30th, 2026 04:06 PM
Christopher, I'm glad to hear you had a great experience! Thank you for sharing your feedback.
Andre did a great job with my jumbo refinance. It was a very easy process and he was able to get my loan completed quickly. I am very happy with the low rate and impressed with how seamless everything was. Andre is professional and gets the...
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With 22+ years in mortgage lending, Andre Shmoldas is a Producing Sales Manager at Griffin Funding and a specialist in non-QM financing. Since entering the industry in 2003 after graduating from UC San Diego, he has closed 700+ loans, including 400+ FHA, conventional, and VA transactions. Since joining Griffin Funding in 2025, Andre has funded 57 loans totaling $22M, with expertise in DSCR ($7.7M), Bank Statement ($5.3M), and home equity loans ($3.9M). Known for his consultative approach, he helps real estate investors, self-employed borrowers, and homeowners navigate complex financing strategies. Andre is licensed in 14 states and lives in Encinitas with his wife and three children.
Products & Services
Mortgage Loan Officer
VA Home Loan
Jumbo Home Loan
Mortgage Refinance
Adjustable Rate Mortgages
Non-QM
DSCR Loans
Self-Employed Mortgages
Bank Statement Mortgages
Bank Statement Loans
1099 Income Loans
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Education
- University of California, San DiegoStructural EngineeringBachelor of Science (BS)
Positions
- Allied First Bank - Federal Mortgage Loan Originator
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- NMLS# 312335