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About Starboard Financial

Starboard Financial is committed to client trust and satisfaction through every stage of the loan process. We are a full service lender offering products to meet all home financing needs. We embrace a unique loan process enabling us to close loans in as little as 10 days. Our philosophy is simple; Underwrite first – Close fast!

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Now may be the perfect time for you to consider a refinance! Take advantage of this low rate market while it is still available. You may be able to lower your monthly payments or reduce the time it takes to pay off your loan. Turning your home’s equity into cash may also be an option for you…learn more

Ready to take your casual house hunting to the next level? Locating the appropriate mortgage for your needs is just as important as finding the perfect dwelling. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer, shopping for extra square footage or bedrooms, or downsizing due to changes in your lifestyle, Starboard Financial has a wide range of products to fit any situation…learn more

A Reverse Mortgage, also known as a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM), is a unique lifestyle product that offers seniors access to the established equity in their home without having to leave their residence. As long as the borrower maintains the home and pays their property taxes and insurance, the borrower will make zero payments for the rest of their life…learn more

Our Client Testimonials

“My wife and I purchased our first home and I have nothing but great things to say about Starboard. Our lender Jim was awesome! He walked us through every step and made all of the confusing details easy for us to understand. Thanks so much!”

– Tony W.

Queen Creek, AZ

I recently worked with Starboard Financial to purchase my first home and I was so pleased with how comfortable they made me throughout the entire Process. My Credit was not the best but they worked with me to find the best rate available and locked it in. I just moved into my first house with my wife and kids last week and will be sure to recommend the professionals at Starboard Financial to all of my friends and family.

Tony H.

Gilbert, AZ

I recently purchased my first home using Starboard Financial as my lender. They made the process clear and easy. The communication between me and my mortgage consultant was great. He was quick to respond and always offered the clarification I needed. The online portal for signing documents contributed to the ease of the process. I signed everything and uploaded it to the site without ever leaving the comfort of my own home. I would definitely use Starboard Financial in the future and I always recommend them to people I know.

Crystal M.

Scottsdale, AZ

Starboard Financial was a pleasure to finance our home purchase with. They were professional at all times and their communication exceeded expectations. The kept their word in getting the loan completed on time.

Lowell and Rita E.

Goodyear, AZ

Thank you so much for making our mortgage go so smoothly and quickly. I can’t believe that from the day we found the house and applied for the mortgage to the day we moved in was three weeks. We’ve bought and sold quite a few houses and it’s never been that easy and fast.
We’ll be in touch soon to talk about refinancing and if anyone asks for a referral for a mortgage, we’ll send them right to you.

Nick and Nancy V.

Phoenix, AZ

Thank you again SO SO MUCH. Between you and the (Starboard) team there, and (my realtor), this process has not been as big of a headache as I thought. I really do appreciate everything. I know it is your job and all, but every time I talked with you or anyone at Starboard, I honestly felt like each person took a personal interest in me. That is a big deal to me. Also on a side note for you, I did recommend you by name to my boss. He told me he is either in the market for a house or will be soon. I told him you are very easy to work with and I will sing your praises and that of Starboard to anyone else I know.

Roman Y.

Hanover Park, IL

Meet Our Team

Carolyn Litton

Loan Officer | NMLS 552578

Carolyn Litton is a senior loan officer with Starboard Financial. She has been in the mortgage business for over 10 years. Her knowledge and experience has earned her the ability to have pre-approval authority for the loan programs that Starboard Financial has to offer. Carolyn is proficient when it comes to mortgage knowledge and provides superb customer service. She is a top producing loan officer in the company, and multiple time recipient of Chicago Magazine’s 5 Star Professional Award.

Judi Gustin

Loan Originator | NMLS 249245

Judi Gustin is a Senior Loan Officer at Starboard Financial with 25 years’ experience, where she takes great pride in assisting home buyers from start to finish, from application to closing and beyond. She can do just about any loan out there such 2^nd home purchases, VA Loans, FHA Loans, Conventional & Jumbo Loans. Builder and Construction loans are her specialty. Judi is the preferred lender for several New Home Builders. She is licensed in Arizona, California, and New Mexico.

Sara Blodgett Waggoner

Loan Officer | NMLS 973193

Sara has always been drawn to industries of customer service and has found her true niche as a loan originator. Trust is Sara’s main motivator. The more she is trusted, the more she is driven to serve. She works tirelessly to make the process as worry-free as possible. Sara loves her job because it provides her with the opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives. Sara specializes in residential lending on all mainstream products, tailored program options, and niche product portfolio lending. She holds state licensing in Arizona, Texas, Washington, and Idaho.

Community News & Information

How to Find and Buy Your Dream Home Online

May 12, 2020 | Uncategorized

This article is written by guest contributor Katie Conroy from Advicemine. Looking for a new home? Well, if you intend to start looking in the next few months, you should know that house hunting has never looked so different! With COVID-19 lockdowns still in...

Buyer’s Market Paradigm Shift

Apr 7, 2020 | Uncategorized

There's a buyer's market hidden beneath the veneer of current events. The rush on home buying, refinancing, and mortgage loans should be just as dramatic as the rush on toilet paper. Fear and uncertainty create problems for the economy. The system that proliferates...

Why the Coronavirus is Perfect for Homeowners and Home Buyers

Mar 17, 2020 | Uncategorized

HOMEOWNERS AND HOME BUYERS ARE SAVING MONEY Discretionary expenses have dropped due to the pandemic. With the recent freeze on just about anything—restaurants, bars, social events, life—Homeowners and Home Buyers are saving money. COV-ID 19 became a public health...

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Contact Us today if you would like to discuss the purchase process further or if you have any inquiries about our product offerings. If you do not have any questions and are ready to submit your information for a loan decision, please Apply Now.

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