Our Team · Mares Mortgage

Real people. Local experts. In your corner since 1993.

Our experienced loan officers guide you through every step, from first question to closing, with a transparent, stress-free process and a client-first approach.

5.0 from 1,385 reviews
100,000+ homes financed
Oldest mortgage broker on the West Coast

Find the right loan officer for your next move

Buying, refinancing or opening a HELOC, every Mares loan officer knows Orange County and puts your goals first. Pick someone below to call, text or email directly.

Bridget Odden

Senior Loan Originator

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Cameron Brinkman

Mortgage Loan Originator | Asset Manager

Christian Hernandez

Senior Loan Originator | Associate Broker

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Colby Morillo

Mortgage Loan Originator

Cubie Hernandez

Senior Loan Originator | Associate Broker

Cutberto Hernandez

Founder | Senior Loan Originator

Eduardo Mendoza

Senior Loan Originator

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Ernie Vique

Senior Loan Originator

Evan Yoder

Mortgage Loan Originator

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Jeffry Shindler

Senior Loan Originator

Michael Olmos

Senior Loan Originator

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Natalye Lopez

Business Development M | LOA

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Riley Smith

Senior Loan Originator

Behind Every Closing

Meet your Processing Team, the in-house specialists who set up, condition, close and fund every Mares Mortgage loan so your file moves smoothly from application to keys.

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Processor | Jocelyn Granados

Condition Specialist, Closer and Funding Lead

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Sr. Loan Processor | Brenda Muñoz

Disclosure and Setup Team Lead

Affordable rates, flexible options for you

Whether you’re purchasing your first home, refinancing, or looking for a personal loan, we make the process simple and stress-free. Explore competitive rates, flexible terms, and personalized solutions designed to fit your financial goals.

"Mares is a very knowledgeable lender. They took every question I had (and I had a lot of them) and answered them thoroughly.They are very honest and trustworthy."
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Sue Kehl

A Lovely Homeowner

"I just closed my fifth real estate deal with Cubie Hernandez and the Mares Mortgage team, and I can confidently say I will never use anyone else!"
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Karen Pietsch

Realtor, Coldwell Banker

"Mares Mortgage is fast/efficient, has the best rates and has a safe portal for submitting documents plus tracking loan processing status."
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Janice Bies

Coolest Customer

"I called Christian on a Saturday, we were on a very short timeline.  He worked thru the weekend, by Wednesday we had approval and cleared to closed on Friday."
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Vincent Moneymaker

Small Business Owner

"We love working with Mares Mortgage they're all awesome specially Jocelyn and Brenda!
Smooth transaction! love them!!!
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Tess Still

Homebuyer and client

"Mares Mortgage is fantastic!! We had Cubie on our podcast & he was able to share a plethora of insights.  for consumers looking buying a home & looking to get a loan."
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Danielle Aglio

Realtor, Blue Island Homes, NY

"Bridget is professional and stays on top of the current rates. She answers all questions and we would not have been able to close this deal without her. She is a huge asset and an incredibly kind person."
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Katherine Brocke

Realtor, Bon Life Real Estate

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