Meet our Team...
Greg Kalanjian
Mortgage Broker - Co-Founder
Principal Broker
FSRA #M16000014
Greg brings his clients over 18 years of banking, investment, and real estate financing experience.
Greg enjoys working closely with his trusted partners and referral sources to develop long-term relationships and thrives on providing excellent customer service and finding the best deals for his clients. He’s an expert in dealing with difficult situations where alternate or private financing may be required.
Dan Mizrahi
Mortgage Broker - Co-Founder
FSRA #M16001564
Dan is a seasoned mortgage broker with 7 years of experience.
As a top producer for 2022, Dan is committed to providing every customer with the best care and service when purchasing or refinancing the home of their dreams.
Dan spent 18 years as a former interest rate trader, including 3 years on the floor of the Montreal exchange pit. This experience has given him valuable insights into the financial industry and uses this knowledge to benefit his clients.
Dunya (Getti) Farhadi
Mortgage Agent L2./Underwriter
and Director of Operations
FSRA #M21003947
Dunya is an accomplished mortgage agent with over five years of experience in mortgage underwriting and fulfillment. Holding a BA in International Relations and Economics from Mount Holyoke College, USA, she brings a solid educational foundation to her work. Fluent in Dari/Farsi, Urdu, and English, she ensures effective communication with clients from diverse backgrounds. With her expertise in mortgage underwriting, she navigates complex financial landscapes and provides exceptional service
Marlon Valencia
Mortgage Agent L1.
FSRA #M22000621
Marlon Valencia is a highly skilled Spanish-speaking mortgage agent, holding a BA in Political Science with a passion for helping individuals and families achieve their dreams of homeownership. With over five years of banking experience, Marlon brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role. Marlon uses logic and relationship building to navigate through complex mortgage lender policies to ensure borrowers receive the best strategy
Greg Kalanjian
Mortgage Broker - Co-Founder
Principal Broker
FSRA #M16000014
Greg brings his clients over 18 years of banking, investment, and real estate financing experience.
Greg enjoys working closely with his trusted partners and referral sources to develop long-term relationships and thrives on providing excellent customer service and finding the best deals for his clients. He’s an expert in dealing with difficult situations where alternate or private financing may be required.
Dan Mizrahi
Mortgage Broker - Co-Founder
FSRA #M16001564
Dan is a seasoned mortgage broker with 7 years of experience.
As a top producer for 2022, Dan is committed to providing every customer with the best care and service when purchasing or refinancing the home of their dreams.
Dan spent 18 years as a former interest rate trader, including 3 years on the floor of the Montreal exchange pit. This experience has given him valuable insights into the financial industry and uses this knowledge to benefit his clients.
Dunya (Getti) Farhadi
Mortgage Agent L2./Underwriter
and Director of Operations
FSRA #M21003947
Dunya is an accomplished mortgage agent with over five years of experience in mortgage underwriting and fulfillment. Holding a BA in International Relations and Economics from Mount Holyoke College, USA, she brings a solid educational foundation to her work. Fluent in Dari/Farsi, Urdu, and English, she ensures effective communication with clients from diverse backgrounds. With her expertise in mortgage underwriting, she navigates complex financial landscapes and provides exceptional service
Marlon Valencia
Mortgage Agent L1.
FSRA #M22000621
Marlon Valencia is a highly skilled Spanish-speaking mortgage agent, holding a BA in Political Science with a passion for helping individuals and families achieve their dreams of homeownership. With over five years of banking experience, Marlon brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role. Marlon uses logic and relationship building to navigate through complex mortgage lender policies to ensure borrowers receive the best strategy
Saileen Fernades
Mortgage Agent L2. and Underwriter
FSRA #M21004403
Saileen is a highly skilled Mortgage Agent and Underwriter at Choice Financial, where she has a wealth of expertise in mortgage underwriting and fulfillment. With over three years of dedicated service, Saileen has consistently demonstrated her proficiency in finding solutions for clients. Through hands-on experience and a genuine passion for the industry, Saileen has acquired a comprehensive knowledge of lender policies across various sectors, including the A-side, alternative lending, and private lending space. She is fluent in English and proficient in Hindi.
Glen Goncalves
Mortgage Agent L1.
FSRA #M20001951
Glen is a skilled Mortgage Agent with Choice Financial. Glen has many years of experience and extensive knowledge of Real Estate, specifically, Investment properties.
Highly skilled in Business Loans, and Glen has even created software that he shares with his clients to assess and analyze properties to ensure they are good investments. His primary goal is to help his clients secure the best possible mortgage to ensure they save the most money and secure favourable terms, always looking to make sure the client comes first.
Paul Fournier
Mortgage Agent L2.
FSRA #M20001077
Paul brings years of real estate investing and business knowledge to the table. His knowledge of different mortgage products, communication, attention to detail, and integrity help his clients find the right product on the way to their perfect home. His goal is to make the process of applying for a mortgage as smooth as possible.
Deepak Kumar
Mortgage Agent L1.
FSRA #M15001539
Deepak brings with him an impressive background of valuable insight and real estate and mortgage market knowledge spanning over a decade.
Throughout his career, he has catered to a wide range of clients, including first-time home buyers and seasoned real estate investors, and has gained insightful knowledge about the various financing options at their disposal.
Excellent negotiation skills and effective communication are the benchmark of his success. He is organized, patient, and his client’s strongest advocate. His top priority is to provide an incomparable level of service regarding each transaction.
Saileen Fernades
Mortgage Agent L2. and Underwriter
FSRA #M21004403
Saileen is a highly skilled Mortgage Agent and Underwriter at Choice Financial, where she has a wealth of expertise in mortgage underwriting and fulfillment. With over three years of dedicated service, Saileen has consistently demonstrated her proficiency in finding solutions for clients. Through hands-on experience and a genuine passion for the industry, Saileen has acquired a comprehensive knowledge of lender policies across various sectors, including the A-side, alternative lending, and private lending space. She is fluent in English and proficient in Hindi.
Glen Goncalves
Mortgage Agent L1.
FSRA #M20001951
Glen is a skilled Mortgage Agent with Choice Financial. Glen has many years of experience and extensive knowledge of Real Estate, specifically, Investment properties.
Highly skilled in Business Loans, and Glen has even created software that he shares with his clients to assess and analyze properties to ensure they are good investments. His primary goal is to help his clients secure the best possible mortgage to ensure they save the most money and secure favourable terms, always looking to make sure the client comes first.
Paul Fournier
Mortgage Agent L2.
FSRA #M20001077
Paul brings years of real estate investing and business knowledge to the table. His knowledge of different mortgage products, communication, attention to detail, and integrity help his clients find the right product
on the way to their perfect home.
His goal is to make the process of applying for a mortgage
as smooth as possible.
Deepak Kumar
Mortgage Agent L1.
FSRA #M15001539
Deepak brings with him an impressive background of valuable insight and real estate and mortgage market knowledge spanning over a decade.
Throughout his career, he has catered to a wide range of clients, including first-time home buyers and seasoned real estate investors, and has gained insightful knowledge about the various financing options at their disposal.
Excellent negotiation skills and effective communication are the benchmark of his success. He is organized, patient, and his client’s strongest advocate. His top priority is to provide an incomparable level of service regarding each transaction.
Gaurav Dange
Mortgage Agent L2. and Underwriter
FSRA #M21004403
Gaurav Dange is a seasoned mortgage agent and real estate investor specializing in commercial and business financing.
With a robust background in finance and a passion for real estate, Gaurav brings a unique perspective to his clients, combining his experience as both an investor and a mortgage professional.
His goal is to help entrepreneurs and investors navigate the complexities of commercial financing, whether they're acquiring properties, expanding their businesses, or seeking to optimize their real estate investments.
He also has the ability to leverage private financing when traditional financing is not an option.
Michael (Rocky) Rothfeld
Mortgage Agent L2.
FSRA #M22003945
I have over 35+ years in the real estate business. With expertise in financing, construction, acquisitions, land use planning and property management.
What sets me apart is my direct, transparent approach. I prioritize honesty, ensuring my clients fully understand the services and options available. I leverage my expertise and extensive network to meet your needs, whether institutional or private funds are required in residential, commercial, construction, and development financing.
Andrew Motta
Mortgage Broker
FSRA #M20003569
Prior to joining Choice Financial as a Mortgage Broker, Andrew worked for two of the Big 5 as a Financial Advisor before transitioning into full-time entrepreneurship. With over a decade of experience in finance and business development, Andrew leverages his extensive bank relationships to develop smart, customized mortgage solutions for his clients, securing the best rates, and empowering them to build equity and maintain cash flow in a challenging economy.
Kristen Vettraino
Mortgage Agent L2.
Underwriter
FSRA #M13001668
Kristen is an award-winning and experienced agent and underwriter. With a passion for listening and teaching, she aims to educate people about their mortgage options and help take the stress out of buying and refinancing. She enjoys working cooperatively with lender partners and being of service to our clients.
Gaurav Dange
Mortgage Agent L2. and Underwriter
FSRA #M21004403
Gaurav Dange is a seasoned mortgage agent and real estate investor specializing in commercial and business financing.
With a robust background in finance and a passion for real estate, Gaurav brings a unique perspective to his clients, combining his experience as both an investor and a mortgage professional.
His goal is to help entrepreneurs and investors navigate the complexities of commercial financing, whether they're acquiring properties, expanding their businesses, or seeking to optimize their real estate investments.
He also has the ability to leverage private financing when traditional financing is not an option.
Michael (Rocky) Rothfeld
Mortgage Agent L2.
FSRA #M22003945
I have over 35+ years in the real estate business. With expertise in financing, construction, acquisitions, land use planning and property management.
What sets me apart is my direct, transparent approach. I prioritize honesty, ensuring my clients fully understand the services and options available. I leverage my expertise and extensive network to meet your needs, whether institutional or private funds are required in residential, commercial, construction, and development financing.
Andrew Motta
Mortgage Broker
FSRA #M20003569
Prior to joining Choice Financial as a Mortgage Broker, Andrew worked for two of the Big 5 as a Financial Advisor before transitioning into full-time entrepreneurship. With over a decade of experience in finance and business development, Andrew leverages his extensive bank relationships to develop smart, customized mortgage solutions for his clients, securing the best rates, and empowering them to build equity and maintain cash flow in a challenging economy.
Kristen Vettraino
Mortgage Agent L2.
Underwriter
FSRA #M13001668
Kristen is an award-winning and experienced agent and underwriter. With a passion for listening and teaching, she aims to educate people about their mortgage options and help take the stress out of buying and refinancing. She enjoys working cooperatively with lender partners and being of service to our clients.
Fariba-Fara Afzali
Mortgage Agent L2.
FSRA #M17000850
With over 10 years in the financial industry, she combines lending expertise with her artistic creativity to craft solutions tailored to each client. Fluent in three languages—English, French and Farsi —she connects with clients from diverse cultures through genuine relationships. By carefully selecting lenders and strategies, she simplifies complex decisions while delivering client-focused service in today’s evolving housing and financial markets.
Christine Ayshoua
Mortgage Agent L1.
FSRA #M21003350
With over 10 years in the financial industry, she combines lending expertise with her artistic creativity to craft solutions tailored to each client. Fluent in three languages—English, French and Farsi —she connects with clients from diverse cultures through genuine relationships. By carefully selecting lenders and strategies, she simplifies complex decisions while delivering client-focused service in today’s evolving housing and financial markets.
Dianne Dela Cruz
Mortgage Agent L2.
FSRA #M23007662
With over 10 years in the financial industry, she combines lending expertise with her artistic creativity to craft solutions tailored to each client. Fluent in three languages—English, French and Farsi —she connects with clients from diverse cultures through genuine relationships. By carefully selecting lenders and strategies, she simplifies complex decisions while delivering client-focused service in today’s evolving housing and financial markets.
Yasmin Aliziloubaf
Mortgage Agent L2.
FSRA #M22002857
With over 10 years in the financial industry, she combines lending expertise with her artistic creativity to craft solutions tailored to each client. Fluent in three languages—English, French and Farsi —she connects with clients from diverse cultures through genuine relationships. By carefully selecting lenders and strategies, she simplifies complex decisions while delivering client-focused service in today’s evolving housing and financial markets.
John Leonard
Mortgage Agent L1.
FSRA #M1800182
Christine Ayshoua
Mortgage Agent L1.
FSRA #M21003350
Dianne Dela Cruz
Mortgage Agent L2.
FSRA #M23007662
Yasmin Aliziloubaf
Mortgage Agent L2.
FSRA #M22002857
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