Meet the team

Austin McKnight

Loan Originator / Team Lead

NMLS #322977

In mortgage finance since 2007, with a deep focus on government construction loans — FHA 203(k), VA One-Time Close, and USDA Renovation. As National Construction Sales Leader at PRMI, Austin guides the team strategy while staying close to his own files so the day-to-day expertise stays sharp.

Cheryle Paluska

Construction Processor

Cheryle handles all things construction and builder-side: builder registrations, the construction package for appraisal, construction underwriting, and everything in between. She also works directly with our PRMI branch partners across the country, facilitating their construction-lending needs and answering their questions so projects keep moving.

Elizabeth (Liz) Grant

Director of First Impressions

Liz is the first voice most clients hear. She handles incoming calls and inquiries, routes people to the right resources to get their questions answered, and makes sure every new lead has a clear next step. If you call our office, chances are you’re going to talk to her first.

The newest member of the team, Kimberly brings nearly 30 years of banking experience. She works alongside Austin reviewing application documents, following up with clients, and keeping everyone — borrowers, agents, builders, and the team — in the loop on what’s happening next.