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Sarena Talbert at CrossCountry Mortgage
Regional Sales Manager / SVP Mortgage Lending | NM...

Your homeownership journey deserves personal guidance. As a dedicated mortgage loan officer in Newport Beach, CA. I’m here to give you just that. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer looking for a mortgage lender or a Veteran homeowner con... Show More
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8:30 AM to 5 PM
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8:30 AM to 5 PM(Open now)
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Sarena and Michelle and team are the best! They made the process smooth and easy and free of stress. 10 on a scale of 1 to 10!!
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February 13th, 2026 11:06 PM
So happy we could help Josh! Hoping this is a great start to 2026 for you :)
I reached out to discuss my financial situation and loan options, and the experience was outstanding. The call lasted about 30 minutes and was spent genuinely listening and walking through the details of my situation. Instead of trying to push...
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February 10th, 2026 04:25 PM
Thank you so much for the kind words Carter! It was a pleasure chatting with you and learning about the new home you are building. If any of your circumstances change and I can be of help in the future or you just need a second set of eyes,...
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Great experience, highly recommend
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February 13th, 2026 11:06 PM
Thanks Christina :) It was our pleasure helping you to finance your first home :)
First time home buyer. Sarena and her team were great! Very knowledgeable, professional, and patient. i Didn't think homeownership was possible for me but she made it happen. I highly recommend
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February 6th, 2026 04:11 PM
Could NOT be happier for you in your new home. You DID it and I am so happy we could be with you through this process. All the best :)
Cross Country communication was excellent.
Reply from Sarena Talbert
February 13th, 2026 01:34 PM
I appreciate your positive feedback on the communication, Dennis. It's important to me that our interactions are clear and beneficial throughout the process. Should you have any questions or require assistance in the future, feel free to reach...
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We've used them twice and have been impressed with the service. Dave Pennington kept us informed throughout the process and worked hard to get us a lower rate .
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February 13th, 2026 11:07 PM
So happy that Dave and the entire team could be here to assist you!
Dave Pennington kept us informed throughout the process and worked hard to get us a lower rate .
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February 5th, 2026 07:43 PM
So Happy that Dave Pennington and team did such a great job for you :) All the best!
Sarena and her team were wonderful to work with. Would definitely recommend
Reply from Sarena Talbert
February 2nd, 2026 05:26 PM
Justo, thank you for your kind recommendation. I'm pleased to hear you had a positive experience working with me and the team. If there's anything more I can do for you in the future, don't hesitate to reach out.
From the start, I felt like I was your only custome, although i Know that's not true , that how you entire office made me feel.Nikki constantly reassured me that everything would be ok , and it was. Sarena, you as well were constantly at my...
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December 16th, 2025 01:23 AM
Jose - We are so pleased that you had a wonderful experience. Nikki is the BEST at what she does and I am so happy to hear that it shined through to you! Thank you for your glowing review and for the opportunity to help with your financing...
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The process was exactly as described. The ability to set expectations and then follow through is missing in the mortgage world.
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November 11th, 2025 09:29 PM
We are so happy you had a great experience and thank you for the 5 Star Review. Please let us know if there is anything that we can do for you in the future :)
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Your homeownership journey deserves personal guidance. As a dedicated mortgage loan officer in Newport Beach, CA. I’m here to give you just that. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer looking for a mortgage lender or a Veteran homeowner considering a refinance, I provide a selection of mortgage loan options to fit your goals. FHA loans, VA loans, conventional loans, and jumbo mortgages are just a few I offer to help you navigate home financing with confidence. From application to closing, I’ll give you a transparent process with clear communication and expert advice every step of the way. Together, we’ll bring your homeownership dreams to life. NMLS #1043739 | Branch NMLS #2340465
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FHA Home Loan
VA Home Loan
Jumbo Home Loan
Conventional Home Loan
Construction Loan
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Reverse Mortgage
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Conventional Loan
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Jumbo Loan
Fixed Rate Mortgage
Adjustable Rate Mortgage
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USDA Home Loan
FHA 203k Limited Refinance
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- CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC - SVP Mortgage LendingJan 1st, 2020 - Current
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Year Started
1998
Time Zone
Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Licenses
- 1043739
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- Mortgage Executive Magazine’s Top 1% Mortgage Originators in America 2024
Hobbies
- Hiking
- Resin Making
- Tennis
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CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC
2160 Superior Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44114
NMLS3029 | MB.803095