Andre Shmoldas at Griffin Funding
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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Thank you for stepping in and escalating the loan after a loan officer with your grouop that we were working with left unexpectedly. You saved the deal
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August 24th, 2026 02:26 PM
Hawaii, I appreciate your understanding and patience during the transition. I'm pleased that I could step in and help ensure your loan process continued smoothly.
Andre got the job done and he is someone I'd work with again truley this was such an easy process and I recommend working with him
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August 19th, 2026 08:37 PM
George, I appreciate your kind words and recommendation. I'm glad the process was easy for you, and I look forward to the opportunity to work with you again in the future.
Andre and his team at Griffin Funding were exceptional. They helped me navigate a complex loan under pressure, and their communication, expertise, and advice on the best loan options were top-notch. I truly appreciated how responsive and knowledgeable...
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August 19th, 2026 04:58 PM
Joshua, I'm grateful for your kind words about my team and me at Griffin Funding. It's wonderful to know that our communication and expertise were helpful in navigating your complex loan. I'm happy to have been able to provide the support you...
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Andre was very comunicative and awsered any questions i had in a timly fashion.
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August 19th, 2026 04:55 PM
Brett, I appreciate your feedback and am glad to hear that my communication was helpful to you. It's great to know I could assist you with your questions promptly.
Andre was great at being persistent in finding me the best options and products. I will continue to work with him for my future opportunities.
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August 19th, 2026 04:05 PM
Thomas, I appreciate your kind words and am glad to hear that my persistence in finding the best options was helpful for you. I'm grateful for your continued trust, and I look forward to assisting with your future opportunities.
Working with Andre Shmoldi was a great experience. The loan process went very smoothly and fast. Andre is highly professional, responsive, and patient. I highly recommend Andre to anyone looking for a top loan officer.
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August 3rd, 2026 06:05 PM
Bamboos, I'm glad to hear that you had a great experience with the loan process. It's nice to know that my professionalism and responsiveness met your expectations. Thank you for recommending me as a loan officer.
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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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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Andre is great, very easy to work with
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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.
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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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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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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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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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 DiegoStructural EngineeringBachelor of Science (BS)
Positions
- Griffin Funding Inc - Producing Sales ManagerJul 7th, 2025 - Current
- Allied First Bank - Branch Manager, SalesApr 15th, 2013 - May 15th, 2024
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Year Started
2001
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Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Licenses
- NMLS# 312335
Awards
2025 Leadership Ex...
Hobbies
- Surfing
- Golf
- Spending Time with Family
Disclaimer
Griffin Funding. NMLS 1120111. VA Approved Lender ID: 9088650000. State Licensing: https://griffinfunding.com/state-licensing/. Equal Housing Opportunity Lender. All Rights Reserved. NMLS Consumer Access. Corporate Office 2445 Fifth Ave, Suite 401, San Diego, CA 92101.
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