LEND WITH ALOHA
Meet the Ohana
Brian Fung
President of Lend with Aloha
Brian's professional career began in 2015 where he managed over 100+ residential properties located in the East Coast, remote from the West Coast. In 2017 he decided to make a switch into the lending industry where the company he worked for grew to becoming one of the top lenders in the industry. He grew to become a top producer and was fortunate to be a part of the Company's success while it was one of only a few lenders in the space at the time to lend over $1 billion in a single year. In 2021 Brian opened the doors to Lend with Aloha with the goal to work with full-time or aspiring full-time real estate investors. Back story (if you care to continue)... Brian was born and raised on the Island of Oahu in the Aloha State: Hawaii. Growing up in a state where land is so finite, Brian saw first hand how many people struggled to afford real estate, and how many wealthy people owned real estate. Brian read Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki for the first time when he was in high school. From then on, Brian knew that real estate was going to give me the best odds of reaching financial freedom. His real estate experience was built from the ground up starting in repairs and maintenance of rental properties, then property management, hard money/private money lending, and real estate investing. Every decision Brian has made in real estate had one goal in mind: become a better real estate investor. When he was fresh out of college he read an article that said, "If you want to be a great real estate investor, start in lending." The author's argument was that the bulk of the money that any investor is going to use for a transaction is not going to be their own money, but rather, other people's money (OPM). Brian searched for direct lenders to work for as a loan officer that could provide him with a deep understanding of how real estate finance worked. As he worked for these lenders he started to understand that we couldn't be GREAT at everything. There's a flagship product the drives the bulk of the business and then other products that are onboarded to help round out the product line and serve the existing customers without those customers having to work with multiple lenders. Lend with Aloha is here to help with this by being a place that links you up with the flagship products of each lender.
Miguel Vazquez
Senior Account Executive
Miguel was born and raised in Los Angeles to parents who emigrated from Jalisco, Mexico. Like most, Miguel was not exposed to concepts like financial freedom, financial stability, or generational wealth. Influenced by his father's strong work ethic, Miguel became an elite athlete, excelled in school and has been dedicating his career to helping full-time and aspiring full-time investors achieve financial freedom through real estate. After college, Miguel seized a unique opportunity to join an exclusive training program, specializing in servicing fix & flip, ground-up construction, short-term, and long-term real estate investors. He quickly became part of a team that achieved recognition as one of the highest producing hard money/DSCR loans providers in the nation. As a key member of the our Ohana, Miguel maintains a white-glove service, offering Lend with Aloha's extensive product line to his clientele. By maximizing leverage, Miguel helps his clients scale up and achieve their real estate investment goals.
Karen Serrac
Loan Processor
Karen is a seasoned professional with five years of expertise in loan processing, specializing in Small Business Administration (SBA) loans tailored for real estate investors. As a processor dedicated to customer service, Karen ensures a personalized and supportive experience for clients throughout their real estate investment journey. Drawing from her background as a quality analyst, Karen maintains a commitment to precision, compliance, and process optimization. Her proven track record attests to her ability to contribute invaluable expertise, fostering successful loan transactions and leaving clients thoroughly satisfied. Trust Karen to guide you through the complexities of real estate financing, delivering a service that is both reliable and tailored to your unique investment goals. With her wealth of experience, Karen is ready to make your real estate investment journey smooth and successful.
Jerika Ito
Loan Processor
Jerika is an accomplished loan processor with extensive experience in the real estate industry. With a proven track record spanning several years, Jerika brings precision and efficiency to the loan process placing the client experience above all. Known for her meticulous attention to detail, Jerika specializes in processing various loans, catering specifically to real estate investors. Jerika is committed to delivering exceptional service, characterized by integrity and reliability. Clients can rely on Jerika for a streamlined and stress-free loan application process, backed by clear communication and prompt responses.