Meet our Loan Officers | CUSO Home Lending - Maine, New Hampshire, and Florida

Meet CUSO’s expert loan officers serving Maine, NH, and FL. Experience personalized home buying guidance with our dedicated team.

Faith Smith

Mortgage Loan Officer
NMLS #: 525166

Faith Smith, with over 30 years of experience in the banking industry, has a deep understanding of the financial landscape and a strong commitment to meeting clients’ needs. Throughout Faith’s career, she has served on numerous boards and committees across southern Maine, focusing on areas such as new account openings, maintaining relationships, and branch operations, including small business and residential lending.

Faith recognizes that home financing is one of the most significant financial decisions you will make. Without the guidance of a knowledgeable partner, navigating the mortgage process can quickly become overwhelming. That’s why Faith is dedicated to working with you to secure the right loan, ensuring your loan process is smooth, stress-free, and thoroughly satisfying every step of the way.

When Faith is not working, she enjoys camping, spending time with her dogs, and embracing her new role as a first-time grandmother!

Simon Churchill

Mortgage Loan Officer
NMLS #: 2563835

Simon Churchill, with over 12 years of experience in the mortgage industry, is a dedicated loan originator. He has worked with CUSO since 2014, focusing on servicing, collections, and commercial lending before transitioning to his current role as a mortgage loan officer. Simon holds a BA in Business Administration from the University of Maine at Presque Isle. His passion lies in helping clients achieve their homeownership dreams by providing personalized mortgage solutions. When not assisting clients, Simon enjoys golfing, hiking, and traveling.

Nicole Savage

VP, Business Development & Residential Sales Manager
NMLS #: 500170

Nicole Savage joined the CUSO Home Lending team in March 2022, bringing with her a wealth of expertise from an early career in finance with a special focus on credit unions and lending. With over 15 years as a loan officer and a dedication to mortgage lending since 2014, she has earned accolades such as the Realtor Affiliate of the Year award. In her current role, Nicole oversees all of CUSO’s residential mortgage sales operations. She ensures that our customers receive personalized guidance to best benefit from our great rates and loans tailored to their specific needs. Her primary focus is on driving CUSO’s marketing strategy, setting sales objectives for our residential mortgage program in Maine and New Hampshire, and fostering the growth of new residential mortgage business while strengthening existing relationships.

Jordyn Cote

Mortgage Loan Officer
NMLS #: 2561084

Jordyn Cote is your trusted partner in the journey to homeownership. She comes to CUSO Home Lending from a background in healthcare. Jordyn brings a unique perspective to the mortgage industry. Her experience in patient care has instilled a deep commitment to serving others, which she now applies to helping clients navigate the home buying process. She understands that buying a home is one of the most significant decisions a person can make, and she is dedicated to providing the same level of care and attention to her clients that she did to her patients. As a mortgage loan officer, Jordyn has a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of the lending process. She prides herself on her ability to make each client feel like a top priority. Her approach is always client-centered, ensuring that the loan process is transparent and that all timelines are met.

Whether you’re a first-time home buyer, looking to trade up, deciding to downsize, or simply wishing for a change, Jordyn can help.

Jordyn’s goal is to ensure that you feel confident and informed at every step of the loan process. She is committed to providing exceptional service and making your home buying experience as smooth and stress-free as possible.

No one knows Maine quite like CUSO

As one of the leading lenders in the region, it’s no wonder more and more real estate professionals are recommending CUSO Home Lending to their buyers. We not only offer an array of outstanding mortgage products, we’re locals, which means we know the market like no one else. Most importantly, our lending experts are there with dedicated, personalized service and expert guidance every step of the way. Best of all, quick online applications and pre-qualification mean your homebuyers can search for their dream home with complete confidence.

Information needed on your application

Current YTD paystub and most recent 2 years’ W-2s
Most recent 2 years’ Federal income tax returns with schedules
Latest 2 months’ financing institution statements (on funds being used for closing)
Signed contract of sale and legal description
Tax bill/insurance policy on all real estate owned

Our Loan Officers