About Steven

 

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Steven Rude

Branch Manager – CROSSCOUNTRY MORTGAGE

Greeting, my name is Steve Rude. I am a Regional Branch Manager at CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC in Plano, Texas and Carlsbad, California; the Founder of SJR Capital, Inc.; and a California native. My mortgage and real estate experience spans over 28 years, ranging from regional management roles with national Fortune 500 companies to ownership in some of the finest mortgage banking operations in the region. My extensive business development skills, coupled with a passion to continually create value and support for our elite loan officer teams, enable me to realize my vision of growing and expanding the Dallas, Texas and San Diego, California markets.

I believe in leading by example, both in my life and in business. As an entrepreneur since the age of 20, I consistently drive for excellence by being a visionary and thought leader among my peers and business associates. In addition to my managerial position, I also apply my comprehensive knowledge in sales development to my daily role as an active, top-producing Loan Officer.

I look forward to working with you.

Meet the SR Team

REBECCA EALY

Loan Partner / Client Concierge

Many loan officers can get you a loan—my mission is to get you the right loan for YOU. With over 25 years’ experience in the real estate industry and 20 of those years originating mortgages, I can see things that other industry professionals may overlook. This experience enables me to find solutions and options for most scenarios.

I believe a mortgage should be about building relationships, and helping my customers achieve their home financing goals…it’s not just a transaction. And I look forward to helping you achieve your financial goals!

SHERYL WOODRUFF

Sr. Loan Processor

I have been in the “lending” business for over 23 years. I started off in Real Estate, and quickly realized that my passion was more on the “lending side” As a Loan Processor, It is very rewarding to start a loan, gather the documentation, and see it through to the final signing of the loan documents! Knowing that I shared a little part of someone, being able to buy their dream home is a wonderful feeling! I am the liaison between the Loan Officer, who is out on the front lines, and the Underwriter who is behind the scenes, making the final decision for the loan. With the depth of my experience, I am able to foresee the beginnings of a loan, build what is needed and deliver it to the Underwriter for the final stamp of approval! I look forward to processing your loan too!

 

ZACHARY KOENIGSBERG

Loan Officer Assistant

Hello! My name is Zachary Koenigsberg. I am the SR Teams Sales Assistant/Loan Officer Assistant for CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC in Plano, Texas. I started my mortgage career in 2015 where I was able to complete several internships at First Choice Loan Services located in New Jersey. In that position, I was assisting all departments, from loan officers and funders to processors, through the loan application process.

Being part of the SR Team has been a dream. Our team is very diligent and very willing to help everyone achieve the American dream of purchasing a home. Whether it’s a refinance or purchase, we look forward to assisting you real soon!

JAMES MALONE

Sr. Loan Processor

Equal Housing Opportunity. All loans subject to underwriting approval. Certain restrictions apply. Call for details. CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC. NMLS3029 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org). This office is licensed and examined by the Office of the Consumer Credit Commissioner of the State of Texas.​​​​​​

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Steve and team we owe you. Thank you all very much. And just after Memorial Day weekend. I am personally feeling very blessed and honored by your support and collective service. Thank you all and please pass that to all in your team not on this message.

 

Nick Borrelli

I had just heard this last night ….but felt the way you do as far as the dates…gives us a little more breathing room for the sale of her property…etc etc….haha and we had to hassle getting them in place …why change now. Can’t tell you what a pleasure it is to work with someone as “on it” as you are !!!

Sunny B

We thank all of you for the tremendous team you are and how quickly and easily everything went through!! I especially liked having my hand held and things explained so carefully. We love our new home and thank you all so much for helping in every way to get the deal closed!! Love your team!!! And a special thanks to Jan and Will for the beautiful Beatriz Ball bowl. It is beautiful and will look grand in our new home!! I may have left someone out so please let them know as well everything worked perfectly!!!

Sharon & Fred  

Steve … needless to say ….amazing what you and your team do…..and in working with multiple agents and lenders and our agents the last two weeks on our listings….IT IS AMAZING HOW MANY LOAN OFFICERS AND AGENTS TOLD ME THERE IS NO WAY TO DO A FINANCED transaction in under 21 days….and that they would prefer 24 or 25…… basically guaranteeing their client loses out on a property……

JR Phillips

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