Ali Schellenberg

Sr. Loan Officer

NMLS #759461

Senior Loan Officer Ali has been in the mortgage industry since 2001. She has mastered the homebuying process and is proud to offer extensive knowledge of the VA, FHA, conventional and jumbo home loan guidelines. She enjoys the challenge of finding the best loan for a family's individual needs. She especially loves educating and guiding first-time homebuyers throughout the entire loan process as she knows it can seem daunting. Ali comes from a family with strong military ties: both of her grandfathers served - one in the Army and one in the Air Force - with her uncle and nephew also serving in the Marines. She is dedicated to helping Veterans utilize their VA loan benefit! In her spare time, she spends time with her husband and three daughters and goes on runs with her black lab. They love being outside and staying busy with their daughters' athletic pursuits in soccer, volleyball and basketball!

Wendy Edde

Sr. Loan Officer

NMLS #1200036

Wendy Edde brings decades of financial, lending and banking experience to the homebuying journey. As a Senior Loan Officer licensed in Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland, California, Nevada and Oregon, she helps borrowers explore VA, Conventional, FHA, VHDA and USDA loan options with confidence. Wendy earned her MBA and bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Utah, and she pairs that strong financial background with a deeply personal approach. She takes time to understand each buyer’s goals, timeline and financial picture, then helps guide them through the mortgage process with clarity, care and steady support. With a true appreciation for the military lifestyle, Wendy is passionate about serving Veterans, service members and their families. Her goal is simple: make sure every borrower feels heard, respected and supported from the first conversation to the closing table. Outside of work, Wendy loves hiking, traveling and spending time with her husband and their seven children.

Julie Sutherland

Loan Specialist

NMLS #2136045

Loan Specialist Julie Sutherland joins the Auburn team from Utah, bringing with her an enthusiasm to help Veterans navigate their own homebuying adventure. Familiar with the highs and lows of a military lifestyle, she is well-equipped to serve those who served our country. Julie lives by a personal philosophy that there is joy in the journey, and she works hard to alleviate stress and ensure her borrowers enjoy their experience. This adventurous spirit follows Julie home, too, where she loves to tackle DIY projects, spend time in the mountains or road trip to the Oregon coast with her husband, their three kids and two dogs.