

Tai Boutell
Branch Manager | NMLS # 254438

A mortgage consultant since 1999, Tai’s motto is simple. Experience. Results.
Tai moved to Santa Cruz in 1984, before graduating from California State University, Chico with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1991. After several years managing a...... Show More
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Tai does it again!! We were able to close escrow in 15 days!! Tai Boutell and his team at Santa Cruz Lending Group did an outstanding job. Exceeded expections and the end result is, very happy clients.
Tai was fantastic. From out first conversation to the very end of escrow, Ty was always available, knew what he was doing, and had great customer service. I would definitely recommend Tai.
This was my first time working with Tai Boutell and his team at Santa Cruz Lending Group and they were fantastic! Informative, responsive, and quick to action. Was a great experience and pleasure. Highly recommend and will be utiizing them...
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Above and beyond service!
Reply from Tai Boutell
April 27th, 2026 11:17 PM
Thank you, Kathie!! Really appreciate your business.
Tai is always ready with answers and support for any of our clients. He and his team are knowledgeable, creative and quick to respond. We recommend them always.
Reply from Tai Boutell
April 27th, 2026 11:18 PM
Thank you, Carol!! I really appreciate the review and kind words. We love working with your team.
Working with Tia over the past two years has been an absolutely incredible experience, and I truly cannot recommend him highly enough. From the very beginning, he was patient, knowledgeable, and completely dedicated to helping me navigate the...
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Reply from Tai Boutell
April 27th, 2026 11:20 PM
Thank you, Casey! Such a wonderful endorsement and testimonial. Happy to be part of your journey, and really happy for you and your family. The 2 years went by fast!!
Constant communication, genuine care and professional advocacy. Overall great customer service.
Reply from Tai Boutell
March 16th, 2026 08:59 PM
Thank you so much, Andrew. I really enjoyed working with you once again. And very much appreciate your business.
Helping families strategically finance their homes not only provides secure housing, but also helps build wealth over time. I am so grateful for these opportunities.
Reply from Tai Boutell
January 7th, 2025 11:22 PM
Thank you very much!!
From beginning to end Tai gave us exemplary service and advice! My first time home buyers really appreciated the extra care and patience with their concerns.
Reply from Tai Boutell
March 16th, 2026 06:18 PM
It was great working with you. Thanks again for putting your trust in us.
I am totally confident that Tai will be the best choice for me and my clients!!!
Reply from Owner
March 26th, 2026 12:00 AM
Thanks for the awesome review, Rhonda! We appreciate you! :)
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About
A mortgage consultant since 1999, Tai’s motto is simple. Experience. Results.
Tai moved to Santa Cruz in 1984, before graduating from California State University, Chico with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1991. After several years managing a whitewater raft company in the Sierra Nevada foothills and a ski resort near Donner Summit, he returned to Santa Cruz to begin his successful career as a mortgage consultant in 1999.
Products & Services
Mortgage Loan Officer
FHA Home Loan
Mortgage Refinance
Specialities
Mortgage Consultations
Investment Property Purchases
Strategic Mortgage Planning
CalHFA
FHA
Refinance Loans
Conventional Home Loans
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Positions
- Santa Cruz Lending Group - Branch Manager, Santa Cruz Lending Group. Powered by Mason McDuffie Mortgage Corp. NMLS #1141Jun 1st, 2017 - Current
- Santa Cruz Lending Group - Mortgage Consultant, Branch ManagerJun 1st, 2017 - Current
Memberships
- Santa Cruz County Association of Realtors, Affiliate
- Outrigger Santa Cruz -- Club President
- Capitola Soquel Chamber of Commerce
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Addresses and Serving Areas
Year Started
1999
Time Zone
Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Licenses
- NMLS # 254438
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Achievements
- Top 1% Mortgage Originators
- Presidents Club
- Best of Santa Cruz winner and runner-up
Hobbies
- Outrigger Canoe Paddling
- Telemark Skiing
- Mountain Biking
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