

Tai Boutell
Producing Branch Manager Loan Officer


California State University, Chico
I am a local home loan expert with national resources. Serving Santa Cruz County and all of CA since 1999 and working closely with local Real Estate pros.
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9 AM to 5 PM(Open now)
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9 AM to 5 PM
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9 AM to 5 PM
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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.
Reply from Tai Boutell
October 8th, 2026 09:44 PM
Thank you, Aaron!! I appreciate your business and the nice review.
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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October 8th, 2026 09:44 PM
Thank you Teresa!! So much appreciated the opportunity to work with you.
Above and beyond service!
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October 8th, 2026 09:44 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
October 8th, 2026 09:44 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
October 8th, 2026 09:44 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
October 8th, 2026 09:44 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!!
I am totally confident that Tai will be the best choice for me and my clients!!!
Reply from Owner
March 16th, 2026 10:02 PM
Thanks for the awesome review, Rhonda! We appreciate you! :)
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
October 8th, 2026 09:44 PM
It was great working with you. Thanks again for putting your trust in us.
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About
I am a local home loan expert with national resources. Serving Santa Cruz County and all of CA since 1999 and working closely with local Real Estate pros.
Products & Services
Mortgage Loan Officer
Conventional Home Loan
Specialities
Home Loan programs
Refinance opportunities
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Education
- California State University, ChicoB.A. Political ScienceAug 1987 -Jun 1991

Positions
- Mason McDuffie Mortgage - Producing Branch Manager Loan OriginatorMay 5th, 2017 - Sep 1st, 2026
Memberships
- Santa Cruz County Association of Realtors
- Outrigger Santa Cruz
- Kua Nalu Canoe Club
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Addresses and Serving Areas
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Other Serving Areas
Year Started
1999
Time Zone
Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Licenses
- Mortgage Loan Originator licensed by the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry 254438
- Department of Real Estate DRE 01263154
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Awards
Presidents Club
Achievements
- Hosted multiple homebuyer workshops and lender panel discussions
Hobbies
- Outrigger Canoe Paddling and competitive racing
- Telemark Skiing
- Mountain Biking
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Additional Information
Payment Methods
- Financing Available
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