Our Team

Brooke Jacob

CEO & Chief Loan Officer

In 2004, after more than a decade as a top producer in her field, Brooke founded The Everest Equity Company, Inc.  Her vision is brought to life as a boutique mortgage brokerage offering a uniquely elevated experience: the perfect merging ...

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Brooke Jacob

CEO & Chief Loan Officer

In 2004, after more than a decade as a top producer in her field, Brooke founded The Everest Equity Company, Inc.  Her vision is brought to life as a boutique mortgage brokerage offering a uniquely elevated experience: the perfect merging of strength and heart.

In this environment, Brooke has effectively created a haven for her clients- from the first time homebuyer to the billionaire commercial investor.  As well, she has built the perfect atmosphere in which to mentor her growing team into their best, most successful selves.

With more than 25 years of commercial and residential mortgage experience, Brooke brings a distinctive element to the world of finance.  As an active listener, she takes the time to get to know each client and their long and short-term goals.  This ensures that, when presenting loans to the myriad lenders she works with, she can be a most effective advocate, taking every nuance into account to meet each client’s best interests.  Her award-winning signature service is meticulous, passionate and with the highest standard of integrity.

As someone who loves life and lives it with intention, Brooke feeds her high energy and entrepreneurial spirit through prayer and mindfulness.  An avid reader of success literature, she applies its tenets to all areas – thoughtful parenting, healthy living, and maintaining the blessing of the ten loveliest and most loyal childhood friends one could hope for!  In their travels, she and her husband take especial delight in exploring historic cities, and the resultant verve fuels and complements her work.

“Never stop learning because life never stops teaching.”

brooke@everestequity.com

845.675.4010

NMLS# 49558

Management Team

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Jacqueline Salamon

Quality Control Manager

As the The Everest Equity Company’s ‘gatekeeper’, Jacqueline enforces all Quality Control requirements and policies, personally reviewing every single loan file.  She is instrumental in ensuring that our borrowers are protected, and legal guidelines are met.   

Ten years ago Jacqueline started out as Everest Equity’s operations manager.  Her natural eye for detail and grasp of lending compliance made for a seamless promotion to Quality Control Manager where her skills are put to good use for all federal and state reporting protocol.

With her wry sense of humor and kindness, she manages to uplift those around her while staying true to the highest standards of compliance.  Jacqueline enjoys long walks and hosting beautiful parties for friends and family.

“It is not only fine feathers that make fine birds.”

jacqueline@everestequity.com

845.357.6900 ext. 175

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Naama Korobkin

Operations Manager

Cheerful, upbeat and outgoing, Naama’s positive personality is contagious! A great multi-tasker with organizational experience, Naama ensures the office runs smoothly and efficiently.

With her charming personality, Naama’s smile reflects on anyone who comes through our door – be it employee or client.

Naama’s hobbies include spending quality time with friends and family while always making time for self-care and fitness.

‘If you want it, work for it.’

naama@everestequity.com

845.357.6900

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Sara Markovits

Vice President

Sara has been with The Everest Equity Company since its inception, setting up and overseeing all regulatory, legal and human resource aspects.  Her dedication and strong attention to detail fuel her drive to promote the healthy growth of each individual within the company, as well as the company itself.

Everest Equity has earned its exemplary reputation with clients and banking departments alike, in large part because of the systems Sara has created and implemented.  Impeccably organized and discerning, she ensures that each employee is equipped with the tools and support they need to maximize their success.

A peace-keeper, business coach and professional brownie baker, her personal touch keeps the Everest Equity environment a peaceful and happy place to be.

“What lies behind you and what lies in front of you, pales in comparison to what lies inside of you.”

saram@everestequity.com

845.675.4014

 

Loan Originators

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Alex Berkowitz

Alex has 15 years of exemplary service in the mortgage industry, earning a reputation for calm and educated professionalism.  He is a true partner in his clients’ financial goals. Honest, creative and highly accessible, Alex is strongly committed to supporting his borrowers throughout their loan journey.

A team player, he is someone who gets along with everyone and sets new standards for how the mortgage process can feel.  With confidence, compassion and a cool head, Alex is his clients’ best-kept secret.

A native Clevelander, Alex enjoys the ocean, doting on his family, socializing with friends, and playing sports.

“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.”

alex@everestequity.com

845.675.4030

NMLS# 61990

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Brooke Jacob

CEO &Chief Loan Officer

In 2004, after more than a decade as a top producer in her field, Brooke founded The Everest Equity Company, Inc.  Her vision is brought to life as a boutique mortgage brokerage offering a uniquely elevated experience: the perfect merging of strength and heart.

In this environment, Brooke has effectively created a haven for her clients- from the first time homebuyer to the billionaire commercial investor.  As well, she has built the perfect atmosphere in which to mentor her growing team into their best, most successful selves.

With more than 25 years of commercial and residential mortgage experience, Brooke brings a distinctive element to the world of finance.  As an active listener, she takes the time to get to know each client and their long and short-term goals.  This ensures that, when presenting loans to the myriad lenders she works with, she can be a most effective advocate, taking every nuance into account to meet each client’s best interests.  Her award-winning signature service is meticulous, passionate and with the highest standard of integrity.

As someone who loves life and lives it with intention, Brooke feeds her high energy and entrepreneurial spirit through prayer and mindfulness.  An avid reader of success literature, she applies its tenets to all areas – thoughtful parenting, healthy living, and maintaining the blessing of the ten loveliest and most loyal childhood friends one could hope for!  In their travels, she and her husband take especial delight in exploring historic cities, and the resultant verve fuels and complements her work.

“Never stop learning because life never stops teaching.”

brooke@everestequity.com

845.675.4010

NMLS# 49558

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David Glauber

David comes to his mortgage fluency through a solid background in accounting.  To the happy benefit of his clients, he truly enjoys working with numbers, finessing a dedicated and precisely tailored mortgage strategy every time.

Accessible and personable, David projects a peaceful confidence that is reflected in each client’s loan experience.  Strong ambition means he instinctively goes every extra mile to ensure a full-service and skillful outcome.

David has a life-long love for learning and self-development.  His passion for music, the outdoors and giving back to the community is made even sweeter in that he can share it with his young family.

“You just can’t beat the person who won’t give up”

david@everestequity.com

845-357-6058

NMLS #1772247

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Eli Wohlberg

Eli delights in meeting new people and helping them into their dream homes.  He diligently ensures that each client receives the best custom option available so they can enjoy a satisfying real estate experience.  

Eli’s clients appreciate how his thorough friendly guidance makes it easy.  Behind the scenes he puts his efficient and proficient mortgage savvy to work to wonderful results.

Eli enjoys spending time with his family, travel, music, reading, and keeping his finger on the pulse of world news and politics.

“You’ve never lived this day before and you never will again. Make the most of it!”

eli@everestequity.com

845.675.4023

NMLS# 1432628

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Faye Berkowitz

When Faye entered the mortgage industry in 2002 as a loan processor, her passion for hard work began.  Her extraordinary attention to detail and a blitz-speed work ethic are what sets her apart.  Having closed thousands of loans, she developed the qualities to handle the most complicated of mortgage scenarios.

A self-described workaholic, her specialties include complicated tax return analysis and a thorough understanding of the credit scoring system.  By ensuring steady communication and a whatever-it-takes approach to customer service, Faye takes careful care of her clients.

Faye is an enthusiastic advocate for, and shining example of, the benefits of a natural and healthy lifestyle.

“Flexible people never get bent out of shape.”

faye@everestequity.com

845.675.4033

NMLS # 2004277

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Judy Stein

For more than 15 years, Judy has been a passionate expert in patient, creative and discreet client care.  Her reputation is well earned, with one raving accolade after another.

Radiating take-charge positivity, Judy delivers results while guiding her borrowers through what is oftentimes the largest financial commitment of their life.  Her dynamic spirit pulls her clients in as she instills a confidence that lasts beyond the closing, resulting in customers for life.

A wholehearted truth-seeker, Judy enjoys sharing her love of reading and deep appreciation for the outdoors with her beautiful family.

“The individual who says it is not possible should move out of the way of those doing it.”

judy@everestequity.com

845.357.6900 ext. 125

NMLS# 68420

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Kim Donnelly

Kim has over a decade of mortgage experience and, with a seventeen year background as an instructor, she is proficient at guiding her clients through the home purchasing process. She offers comprehensive mortgage solutions with loyalty, integrity and efficiency.

Her Home Buyers’ guide is a wonderful resource for her borrowers and makes for informed and empowered buyers.  Kim’s calm demeanor, knowledge and expertise make her a powerful ally for any home buyer.

Graceful and inspiring, an advocate of a healthy lifestyle, Kim loves to share the good things in life with those around her.

“Give light and people will find the way.”

kdonnelly@everestequity.com

732-691-9857

NMLS# 273034

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Linda Friedman

As a former high school math teacher, Linda has put her numbers prowess to good use.  In her 20-plus years as a loan officer, she has patiently and expertly explained mortgage concepts to new and experienced borrowers alike.  

Linda sees her profession as an opportunity to help her clients reach their life goals, taking the time to break the process down into manageable and understandable bites.  As a grandmother she has a special understanding of, and affinity for, elders and reverse mortgages. Her wall full of thank-you notes from grateful homeowners stands as a testament to her fine work.

Linda and her husband have been married for 45 years and enjoy their many grandchildren.  She also relishes the time she spends hiking and jewelry-making.

“Every test in our life makes us bitter or better; every problem comes to make us or break us. The choice is ours whether we become victim or victor.”

linda@everestequity.com

845.290.5727

NMLS# 9004

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Motti Klein

Motti gives 110% to each client.  With meticulousness and dedicated attention to each file, he communicates care throughout the mortgage process.  In his words: “I enjoy seeing people succeed which is why I treat each client’s file like my own.”

An industrious and upbeat numbers whiz, Motti balances his work with family time and an appreciation for nature and photography.  He also plays six musical instruments: piano, drums, violin, flute, guitar and harp.

“Do more of what makes you happy.”

mklein@everestequity.com

845.675.4049

NMLS #: 2275123

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Rita Horowitz

Rita has spent the last 20 years excelling in the mortgage industry.  She has carved a niche for herself as a nurturer who embraces her clients’ goals as her own.   

Rita nourishes her passion for helping people by truly going out of her way for her clients.  She is super knowledgeable and keeps tuned in to industry fluctuations in order to continuously streamline the mortgage process.

Extremely service oriented, Rita makes it her mission to support every borrower in the precise way they need.  Her clients feel so understood and well cared for that she often remains part of their inner circle, friend and loan officer, for life.

As the matriarch of a beautiful family, Rita’s gentle spirit and super-efficiency welcome as they get the job done.

“Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.”

ritah@everestequity.com

8845.675.4011

NMLS# 69463

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Rose Schwartz

A consummate professional, Rose has spent the last 15-plus years making her mark. Having cultivated strong connections with the top lenders in the industry, Rose maintains separate commercial and residential support staff to assist her borrowers in the most specialized manner possible.

Her commercial accomplishments encompass over a decade of successfully closed transactions.  These include ground-up construction, multi- family and commercial as well as mixed-use properties.

Rose is an inspiration: her strong work ethic and people skills engender genuine trust.  Calm, cool and collected, she also embodies the belief that it is joy that creates the best possible life, and leads by that example every day.

Rose appreciates good design and sunshine and enjoys holidays with family.

“Success is not the key to happiness.  Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.”

rose@everestequity.com

845.675.4018

NMLS# 68390

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Sam Fine

Outgoing and communicative, with a passion for helping others realize their financial goals, Sam has spent the last decade patiently guiding clients toward their best loan fit.  

He immerses himself in the mortgage and financial markets, using his broad-minded understanding to creatively hone in on the ‘just right’ mortgage product.

Sam enjoys people and takes the time to educate his borrowers, so each loan closing results in an empowered and gratified client.  He does this with a sense of humor and true know-how.

Sam has called Rockland County home all his life, and it is here that he and his wife have chosen to raise their five children.  He is active in community betterment pursuits and enjoys sports, people and spending time with his family.

“There is little success where there is little laughter.”

sam@everestequity.com

845.675.4028

NMLS# 28810

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Sharon Dermer

Sharon has dedicated over 15 years to her passion for helping borrowers take sound and rewarding financial steps.  Conscientious, honest and energetic, she does whatever it takes to get results, earning the reputation she’s made each step of the way.

Sharon is a tenacious and creative partner to her clients in whatever stage of life they are in.  She proactively educates her gratified borrowers while guiding them toward very satisfying economic milestones.

A super creative and organized mother, Sharon enjoys sewing and homemaking and teaching her children the art and skills of life-management.   

“It had long since come to my attention that people of accomplishment rarely sat back and let things happen to them. They went out and happened to things.”

sharon@everestequity.com

845.675.4022

NMLS# 65161

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Zishe Jacob

Zishe’s innate business sense runs deep. Raised with a strong entrepreneurial spirit, Zishe thinks big and is passionate about getting the job done. In fact, he brings his whole self to the table.

Alongside his fluency in the mechanics of the loan process, Zishe’s interpersonal skills turn each file into a congruent success story in the making.

His special brand of joy in the work and laser-focused dedication are a natural reflection of how he lives and loves life. An avid reader and a lifelong student of Talmud and self-evolvement, Zishe is both a thinker and a celebrator.

“The only risk you shouldn’t take, is the risk of losing the chance“

zishe@everestequity.com

845.642.8877

Loan Processors

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Devora Morgenstern

As a commercial loan processor, Devora brings many strengths to the table.  She is solution-oriented and diligent, skilled at bringing each aspect of the process to project completion.

Devora treats each client and each file with attentive care, using her super creative problem-solving skills to support and enhance the client experience throughout.

She enjoys playing piano, and expressing her inspiration in writing.

“Nothing could stand in the way of a will”

devora@everestequity.com

845.357.6900 ext. 189

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Faigy Goldberger

Faigy has been a powerhouse processor for over 17 years. In fact, she is the one new processors turn to when in need of sound advice. A true multitasker and perfectionist, Faigy does the job – with all its facets – right the first time.

A model of quick efficiency, Faigy combines her experience with superb customer service. She juggles all aspects of her responsibilities with surefooted expertise.

Equally skilled in the kitchen, Faigy enjoys music and cooking gourmet meals for holidays and special occasions.

“Dedication takes sacrifice.”

faigy@everestequity.com

845.675.4031

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Frayda Schlesinger

Blessed with a creative heart and a responsible mind, Frayda adds a personal touch to every loan she closes. Focusing on one client at a time, her personalized service is top-notch. She was actually inspired to work at Everest years back when Brooke gave a seminar at her high school about financial management!

She enjoys reading books on history and philosophy and listening to music in her downtime.

“It is hard to fail, but it is worse never to have tried to succeed.”

frayda@everestequity.com

845.675.4017

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Gabrielle Gutwein

Gabby began her career with Everest Equity in 2016, where her knack for clear communication and top-notch people skills earned her many friends – from colleagues to clients! After a four year hiatus abroad with her husband,  we are thrilled to have her back on our commercial financing team.

Filled with a unique Joie de vivre, her cheerful spirit carries through to her superb financing skills – Gabby can turn a complicated scenario around with her trademark wit and sharp intellect.

Her hobbies include entertaining, and spending quality time with family and friends.

“Follow your heart, but take your brain with you.”

gabby@everestequity.com

845.357.0028

 

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Gitty Twersky

Gitty is a tech-savvy and persistent advocate for each client.  Gently guiding them through their mortgage procurement, she does whatever it takes to bring about satisfying closings.

A serene soul, Gitty sees the best in people and brings a calming influence to her work.  Clients appreciate her unique personality, a combination of capability and tranquility as she guides them to their real estate goals.

In her spare time, Gitty enjoys traveling,  graphics design, and spending time with friends.

“Work hard in silence, let your success be your noise.”

gtwersky@everestequity.com

845.675.4012

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Hanna Max

Creative, friendly and outgoing, Hanna does the miraculous: she makes the mortgage process fun! As her clients can heartily attest, Hanna loves a challenge and is passionate about doing the job right.

An organized soul with a discerning eye for detail, each day she draws on twelve years of thorough mortgage know-how to help her clients.  Her caring and proactive responsiveness ensures each client feels respected and taken care of.

A devoted friend and mother, Hanna loves rock climbing, jet skiing and swimming.  

“‘Be yourself. Everyone else is taken.”

hanna@everestequity.com

845.675.4044

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Herman Jacob

Herman brings all he’s got to the table each day, navigating the mortgage industry with precision and careful calculation. Uncompromising in his work ethic, he enjoys the challenge of solving each file’s puzzle.

In his downtime, Herman loves to travel and explore. A lifelong learner, he reads up on business topics and researches a variety of ideas to expand his broad knowledge. Spending time with family and friends makes it to the top of his list too.

“Work hard in silence, let success make the noise.” 

herman@everestequity.com

845-357-6105

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Leah Goldberger

Patient, detail oriented, and devoted, Leah’s calm competence ensures each client a smooth-sailing mortgage experience.  In her words: “Helping a borrower close on the house of their dreams is the ultimate goal and gives me great satisfaction.”

Leah is a model of intuitive sensitivity, meeting each borrower’s needs with scrupulous honesty, so that they are comfortable at each step.  She enjoys creating in the kitchen along with family and friends.

“Success is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration.”   

leah@everestequity.com

845.675.4054

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Rachel Fogel

With composure and honest forthrightness, Rachel brings a personalized level of professionalism to her work.  Quick on her feet and a team player, she gains tremendous satisfaction in the small and large ways she assists with each borrower’s unique requirements.  

Rachel’s intelligent enthusiasm makes the process feel smooth and looks easy.  In her words: “I love what I get to do each day!”

Rachel has the double distinction of being both culinary wiz and Sudoku master.

“Stay positive, work hard, make it happen.”

rachel@everestequity.com

845.357.6900 ext. 135

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Rebecca Jacob

Rebecca is a true professional. Radiating positivity and competent know-how, she communicates confidence, making her clients feel safe and comfortable.

She treats each file as an opportunity to cultivate relationships and learn her client’s language, adapting to their style and requirements.  In this way, each borrower has customized communication and guidance all the way to the finish line.

Rebecca is a crossword puzzle master and a thinker who loves to read, write and spend time with friends.

“You did not wake up today to be mediocre.”

rebecca@everestequity.com

845.357.6900 ext. 117

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Risa Weber

A go-getter by design, Risa delights in helping her clients achieve their financing goals. Her mathematics expertise and knack for problem-solving guarantees a flawless process for all.

She enjoys cracking Kakuro puzzles and real-life math problems in her spare time. You can catch her on a nature walk too, soaking up this beautiful world.

“Go the extra mile, it’s never crowded.”

Risa@everestequity.com

845.675.4036

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Shmiel Lichtman

Professional and capable, Shmiel personifies pushing out of your comfort zone. His expertise in project management combined with a love of helping others makes the impossible – possible!

Shmiel’s dream to join the real estate industry is genetic – both his parents are realtors by profession.  His successes come through the positivity and trust he invests in every part of the loan process.

Although free time rarely comes his way, Shmiel’s #1 rule is family first, while catching up with friends comes in as a close second. He enjoys spur of the moment cooking and managing the projects that seem to always find him!

“Working hard for something we don’t care about is called STRESS, working hard for something we love is called PASSION.”

shmiel@everestequity.com

845.357.6172

 

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Tziny Rosenberg

Young and energetic, Tziny embraces challenges and faces them head-on with persistence and diligence. Her clients and friends alike know they can always rely on her for a listening ear and sound advice, accompanied by deep conversation. She will discuss details until the issue is transparent, and peace of mind is obtained.

She feeds her profound thirst for knowledge and wisdom by reading and solving puzzles in her leisure time, and welcomes self-improvement through inspirational lectures.

“Things work out best for those who make the best of how things work out.”

tziny@everestequity.com

845-675-4059