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Commonfund Mortgage Corp.

  717 Erie Boulevard West - Syracuse, New York
Tel. 315.422.2325 -
800.724.7748
 

MAKING THE CORRECT DECISION about the financing of your home is critical to your financial present and future. Whether you're buying your dream home, considering new construction or rehabilitation or trying to decide if you should refinance, the Loan Officers at Commonfund Mortgage can provide you with options that will enable you to make a wise decision.

We are committed to customer service and will review your specific situation to choose from the wide variety of programs available ensuring you receive all the benefits that hard work affords you. Our experience includes working with realtors on single and multi-unit home purchases as well as working with co-op and condominium managing agents to help you achieve your goal of home ownership. Call or e-mail us today!

When you work with a Commonfund Mortgage Loan Officer, you'll see the difference. We will guide you through the process step-by-step, so there are no surprises or confusion along the way.
 


 
Meet Our Loan Officers

SYRACUSE, NY - MAIN OFFICE


John Birkmier

birkmierj@commonfundmtg.com  

John has been with Commonfund since June of 2000.

His past professional experience includes mortgage data entry, processing and underwriting, mortgage originator, bank assistant manager and manager, and mortgage consultant.

John likes to get to know his customers, listening to their wants and needs.  He works very closely with them and their Realtor to close their loan as quickly and painlessly as possible.

John is college educated, having worked his way through college.

He enjoys golfing, fishing, and being with his family.


Tyler Cagwin

cagwint@commonfundmtg.com  

Tyler joined Commonfund Mortgage Corp. in January of 2005. His past experience has been in the financial planning, stock brokerage and insurance industries.  He has received extensive training in maintaining client relationships and prides himself on the superior service he provides to his clients on a daily basis.

Tyler is committed to providing individuals, families, and businesses with mortgage products and services that meet their needs.  By keeping up with current industry and product trends and offering outstanding service, Tyler has earned a reputation for integrity and for showing true concern for his clients.
 


Jim Cameron

cameronj@commonfundmtg.com  

Jim joined Commonfund in 2007 and is targeting his outreach efforts in the Finger Lakes area. Jim has a wide range of experience and has worked in the mortgage business, as well as insurance, food service, facility/program management, and human services with a focus on sales, marketing and business management. He has a long history in the Syracuse community where he has built his networking and relationship-building skills. His background has enabled him to work well with diverse people of all ages in a caring and effective manner. Jim is committed to helping people.

After serving in the US Air Force, he was pleased to be able to obtain his Associates in Business Administration from Onondaga Community College. He then completed his Bachelors Degree in Business Administration with a major in Marketing from LeMoyne College.

Jim’s greatest pleasure is found with his family. Of course, golfing is his next passion! He has a keen interest in all areas of sports, music and alternative health care.

Jim wants people to know him as the “Money Man” and is offering ‘M&M’s to everyone – so they remember that he can help them to get the money they need. Let Jim know if you prefer plain or peanut!
 


Joe Corona

coronaj@commonfundmtg.com   

Joe Corona, Jr. joined Commonfund in 2007. Joe has spent the last 6 years in the mortgage industry with the last 3 years running his own company in Florida. A Syracuse native, Joe found himself missing his 3 nephews and 1 niece so after 8 years he moved back to Syracuse.

After graduating from St. Bonaventure University, Joe took a job in customer service. His customer service background has made him a success in the mortgage industry. He prides himself on referrals and repeat business which propelled him to start his own mortgage business in Florida. Joe has brought that work ethic and method to Syracuse and looks forward to starting new relationships with prospective homebuyers and current homeowners looking to refinance. For straight talk and a seamless transaction now and in the future, start a new long lasting relationship with Joe.

 


Sigrid Holben

holbens@commonfundmtg.com 

Sigrid has been with Commonfund for 11 years.  She has recently completed the Nehemiah Training Course to become a "Designated Nehemiah Specialist."

"I am a very good listener and relate well to all types of customers, from first time home buyers to investors with several properties.  Since buying a home can be very stressful, I work very closely with my customers from the first conversation until the point of their closing."

Sigrid began her mortgage/banking career over 12 years ago as a loan officer, after having spent six years working in the computer leasing field.

She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Syracuse University.
 


Debb Parker

parkerd@commonfundmtg.com 

Debb Parker has been with Commonfund Mortgage for over 17 years.

She began her career as an assistant to another loan officer and was able to learn the industry hands on while developing her own philosophy and professional style.

She looks at the mortgage process as an opportunity to educate and counsel buyers on their financial picture.  Her goal is to make people aware that they need to be accountable for establishing their portfolios and to take advantage of what is out there for them.  She enjoys meeting people and having open conversations with them about their goals and objectives.

Debb's past professional credentials include ten years with New York State, and supervising a home for developmentally disabled children.

Debb has an Associates Degree in Business Management and Accounting, is a member of GSAR, and is involved with UNPA.

 


Mike Spirko

spirkom@commonfundmtg.com 

Mike joined Commonfund in May, 2004.

He has learned to focus and manage many tasks simultaneously as a pilot for US Airways since 1981. These skills will be invaluable in the mortgage business where you have to coordinate effectively with attorneys, realtors & credit agencies while being able to develop a high level of trust with your borrowers.

Mike earned a B.S. from Kent State University in 1974 as well as being commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Air Force.

 
 


BINGHAMTON, NY
 

Dave DeCoursey   
decourseyd@commonfundmtg.com
 
 

Dave has recently joined the Commonfund team in Binghamton, New York.

His past professional experience includes mortgage data entry, processing and underwriting, mortgage originator, bank assistant manager and manager, and mortgage consultant.

Dave likes to get to know his Binghamton and Southern Tier customers, listening to their wants and needs.  He works very closely with them and their Realtor to close their loan as quickly and painlessly as possible.
 


AUBURN, NY - BRANCH OFFICE
 

Kim Gage

gagek@commonfundmtg.com 

Kim has been a member of the Commonfund staff for almost five years.

She has past professional experience in the banking industry, as well as having been a Realtor, and Loan Officer/Branch Manager for Commonfund Mortgage.

Kim specializes in residential, first-time home buyers, and multi's.

Kim brings a strong sense of leadership, drive, ethics, and hard work to her position.  She has spent over 13 years in the real estate industry and over nine years in the banking sector.  She has been a commercial and residential manager for five years.

She is college educated, with over 280 hours of continuing professional education in real estate.

She is a member of the Cayuga County Association of Realtors, the New York State Association of Realtors, president of the Seward School PTA (3 years), and Board of Realtors California (2 years). She has been a board member of the Auburn Little League for two years, and is a member of St. Mary's Church. 

Kim spends her free time with her husband and family.  Her son is actively involved in hockey, which takes some of her time.  In addition to her many other activities, she finds time to volunteer with the Salvation Army at Christmas, and is involved with the Christmas Elf Drive.


 

 

 

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