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Andre Shmoldas at Griffin Funding - Producing Sales Manager in San Diego, CA

Andre Shmoldas at Griffin Funding

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Producing Sales Manager

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4.91
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Griffin Funding
University of California, San Diego
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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Mortgage Loan Officer
Griffin Funding
University of California, San Diego
University of California, San Diego
Contact Info
(619) 903-6653
San Diego, CA
https://griffinfunding.com/our-team/andre-shmoldas/
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  • 5.0
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    Mehak R
    Torrington, CT
    Posted on July 19th, 2026 07:57 PM
    Andre Schmoldas made my third Griffin loan the smoothest one yet. This was a DSCR cash-out refi with a few wrinkles — I was on vacation across the country during closing — and Andre never missed a beat. Quick replies even over the holiday weekend,...
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    Reply from Andre Shmoldas at Griffin Funding
    July 21st, 2026 07:58 PM
    Mehak, I'm grateful for your kind words and pleased to hear that your experience with this cash-out refinance went smoothly. It's good to know that my efforts to provide clear communication and support, even during your vacation, were helpful....
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  • 5.0
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    Derrick G
    Decatur, IL
    Posted on July 14th, 2026 06:08 PM
    Andre is great, very easy to work with
    Reply from Andre Shmoldas
    July 16th, 2026 06:09 PM
    Derrick, I'm happy to hear that you found it easy to work with me. Your positive feedback means a lot, and I'm grateful you chose Griffin Funding for your cash-out refinance.
  • 5.0
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    Malcolm T
    San Diego, CA
    Posted on June 28th, 2026 08:33 PM
    the time Andre took my call, he was a wealth of knowledge and really wanted to see me in my new home. Even though he entered into my deal a little bit late in the proces, Andre never wavere. Two weeks ag, we closed thanks to him and his amazing...
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    Reply from Andre Shmoldas
    June 30th, 2026 08:34 PM
    Malcolm, I'm grateful for your kind words and pleased to know that my knowledge could assist you in reaching your goal of closing on your new home. Even joining later in the process, I'm happy that my team and I were able to provide the support...
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  • 5.0
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    Candace R
    Lynchburg, VA
    Posted on June 24th, 2026 10:47 AM
    Griffin Funding, with Andre and his team have been phenomenal in helping my family get into our new home. Their efficiency and expertise has been outstanding. Andre Shmoldas is so very good at what he does, and has been more than receptive...
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    Reply from Andre Shmoldas
    June 26th, 2026 01:50 PM
    Candace, I'm truly grateful for your kind words and recommendation. It's wonderful to know that my team and I could assist your family in getting into your new home efficiently. Your positive experience is important to us, and I'm pleased we...
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  • 3.5
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    HOWARD B
    Hilo, HI
    Posted on June 8th, 2026 09:01 PM
    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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  • 5.0
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    Jim J
    Ormond Beach, FL
    Posted on June 4th, 2026 04:44 PM
    Great rates and service
    Reply from Andre Shmoldas
    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.
  • 5.0
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    Kenneth B
    Culver City, CA
    Posted on June 3rd, 2026 01:52 PM
    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.
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    Aaron S
    Lincoln, NE
    Posted on June 3rd, 2026 10:23 AM
    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.
  • 5.0
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    Araceli B
    Danville, CA
    Posted on June 2nd, 2026 08:34 PM
    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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  • 5.0
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    Sabrina H
    Orlando, FL
    Posted on June 2nd, 2026 04:30 PM
    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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    Reply from Andre Shmoldas
    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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    About
    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 $27M, 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
    Mortgage Refinance
    Non-QM
    DSCR Loans
    Self-Employed Mortgages
    Second Mortgages-Bank Statement
    Bank Statement Mortgages
    Interest-Only 40-Year Mortgage
    Home Equity Loan
    Profit & Loss Only Mortgage
    1099 Income Loans
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    Education
    • University of California, San Diego
      Structural Engineering
      Bachelor of Science (BS)
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    Positions
    • Griffin Funding Inc - Producing Sales Manager
      Jul 7th, 2025 - Current
    • Allied First Bank - Branch Manager, Sales
      Apr 15th, 2013 - May 15th, 2024
    Addresses and Serving Areas
    Primary Serving Area
    Del Mar, CA

    Year Started

    2001

    Time Zone

    Pacific Standard Time (PST)
    Licenses
    • NMLS# 312335
    Awards
    2025 Leadership Ex...
    Hobbies
    • Surfing
    • Golf
    • Spending Time with Family