Brandon Born has over 15 years experience in the Chattanooga real estate development and mortgage lending community. After graduating from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga with a degree in Management, Brandon decided to pursue a career in residential development.  As a developer and student of the overall real estate industry, Brandon and long time friend, Matt Hamilton, decided to form Platinum Financial Funding in June, 2008.  To date, there are five locations that have a combined 150 years of mortgage experience.

Hello everyone, my name is Dale Whaley. I have over 12 years in The Lending Industry here in the Chattanooga and surrounding areas. Prior To this I held a position in Finance and Insurance for over 10 years.

A native of Chattanooga, Tennessee Michelle has been a leader in the mortgage industry since 1996. Michelle takes pride in finding the right loan product to suit the need of each and every customer.  She is committed to delivering the best customer service possible and is available seven days a week. Whether you are refinancing or considering buying a new home, call Michelle for personalized, confidential, and professional service.

NMLS 175518 and TN License 58484

Damian Garbiras has 13 years experience in the mortgage industry as an owner and branch manager. He has assisted thousands achieve the dream of home ownership while developing and working with some of the most talented loan originators in the industry. Given his past service in the Marine Corp, Damian constantly emphasizes the value of integrity and discipline within his branch as well as the organization.  His dedication and commitment to excellence provides a solid foundation in the Knoxville market as well as for Platinum Financial Funding as whole.

NMLS 149889 and TN License 57904

Matthew Carter has 13 years experience in the mortgage industry as an branch manager and personal mortgage provider. Matt can help you in finding the mortgage product that best suits your needs. Whether VA, USDA, Conventional, FHA or outside options, he will find the best option for you during your refinance or purchase experience. Whatever your situation is he will strive to find the option that will help you and your family be better set for the future.

NMLS 13605 and  TN License 55842

Josh Stone has over 15 years of mortgage lending experience, including 10 years as a top-producing sales manager.  He has assisted thousands of people in accomplishing the dream of home ownership and provided many more with a lasting financial solution.  Josh strives to build a life-long relationship for each client to fulfill their financial success!

NMLS 168140 and TN License 51409

Judy has 38 years experience in banking and mortgage business and has seen numerous changes in the industry. Her areas of expertise are FHA, VA, Conventional and USDA Rural Development loans. She has received certifications as a 203-K Loan and Reverse Mortgage Specialists. Her knowledge along with a wide array of products available to offer allows her to navigate customers through a successful home purchase or refinance. As a previous Realtor, she relates well with Real Estate agents and enjoys pre-qualifying clients before they start the process of looking for their new home. Judy finds it extremely rewarding to work with clients, especially with first time home buyers, and being an intricate part of such a memorable experience for them. The majority of her clients are from referrals from previous successful customers. 

She and her husband JB have one son, Jared who works in the medical field and one daughter, Samantha who is currently obtaining her real estate license. The have four wonderful grandchildren. She and her husband are members of Abba's House in Hixson.

NMLS 185012 and TN License 824185