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You can’t escape the numbers, but the right partner will help you walk through yours.

You don’t have to stick to the most well-worn path, you don’t have to settle for anything less than what’s ideal for you and you don’t need to earn your mortgage MBA to get there.

Our Team of Experts

Austin Herbert

Lighthouse Lending

  • What’s your background?
    I grew up in Cary, NC, where my life revolved around sports. I was a goalkeeper, playing soccer games and tournaments every weekend, which led to a Cary High School state championship soccer title while also honing my talent for kicking a football. I earned dual accolades in high school as an all-state goalkeeper on the soccer team and as a kicker on the football team. I was blessed with a 4-year scholarship to play kicker/punter on the football team at NC State, participating in every game over my 4-year career and attending 4 bowl games. Go Pack! I earned academic All-ACC honors and graduated with honors from NC State with a major in finance and a concentration in entrepreneurship.

    Why did you make the switch to mortgage lending?
    There's no industry quite like it! I dedicated a year to training and trying out with various NFL/CFL/Arena league football teams. Then, I stumbled upon the mortgage business. A local mortgage company, with ties to my alma mater, was in growth mode and frequently advertised on sports radio. After a few months of learning the ropes from some fantastic mentors, it dawned on me that I could potentially earn more money using my mind than my foot 😊. Thus, I decided to hang up the kicking cleats and go all-in on the mortgage industry.

    Why do you do what you do?
    My core belief has always been to do right, and profits will follow. For me, this translates to treating a customer off the street just the same as I would my own family – understanding them and their goals, and offering individualized financing solutions based on their needs. I don't believe in selling them something they don't need, and I refuse to confine them to a 'box' dictated by my company's sales goals or corporate agenda. My commitment is to provide the best interest rate and loan terms possible. Sometimes, it means earning their business. Sometimes, it means referring them to a competitor offering a better solution. Either way, it's about what's best for the customer.

Daniel Miller

Miller Lending Group

  • What’s your background?
    I come from a real estate background, representing the third generation in the industry. With a degree in engineering, I bring a blend of skills and perspectives to my current role. Having grown up in the area, my roots run deep in the community. Prior to transitioning into the real estate field, I gained valuable experience in manufacturing and consulting.

    Why did you make the switch to mortgage lending?
    I made the switch to mortgage lending due to a longstanding intrigue stemming from growng up in a household where my father was involved in the industry. After spending time in workforce roles unrelated to mortgages, I decided to take a leap and give this a shot. This rest is history!

    Why do you do what you do?
    Helping individuals navigate one of the most substantial financial decisions of their lives – mortgages – is truly fulfilling for me. Whether it's guiding them to their dream home or easing their financial burdens by lowering their payments, I take pride in providing a positive and meaningful experience throughout the process.

Kodaah Hansen

Lighthouse Lending

  • What’s your background?
    I grew up doing gymnastics, which led me to a career as a gymnastics instructor. I pursued this path from the age of 16 until around my 26th birthday when COVID happened. At that point, I was already connected with Glenn Astolfi, who helped me secure a job with Lighthouse Lending.

    Why did you make the switch to mortgage lending?
    I sought to find a way to fund my future endeavors. While being a gymnastics coach is my passion, it is not very lucrative. I aspire to own a gymnastics gym. I dream of creating a tiny home community for college students and opening an animal rescue. All these endeavors require a significant amount of upfront capital. My goal is to be able to afford to pursue all the things.


    Why do you do what you do?
    I do what I do to help people like myself—people who didn't have a lot of opportunities starting out but want to get the best out of their lives. I aim to assist individuals who have worked their entire lives to reach where they are and desire to have something they can call their own. My goal is to educate not only my friends and family but also those who place their trust in me, guiding them through one of the biggest life decisions they will make. By the end of this experience, I want people to consider me their friend and to know they can call on me for assistance in any way I can provide.

What Our Clients Say…

Miller Lending Client

“Thank you for making this process a smooth one and setting accurate expectations from the beginning.”

Lighthouse Lending Client

“We will remember you forever as the guy who made it possible for us to be homebuyers.”

Lighthouse Lending Client

“Without you we wouldn’t have been able to pull off this closing. We’re now living the American dream because of your team’s efforts.”

So How Can We Help?

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