The Diamond Mortgage Group™

The Diamond Mortgage Group™ specializes in first mortgages and refinancing of residential properties in Connecticut. We are a mortgage broker, not a lender. That means, unlike a bank, we are not limited to offering just a short list of mortgage products. In fact, we work directly with more than 30 financial institutions, so we can get you the best mortgage to suit your financial needs.

Diane H. DeLauro, is the co-owner and co-founder of The Diamond Mortgage Group™, LLC which was established in 1998. She has over 20 years of experience in mortgage lending, including five years as a regional mortgage sales manager, and holds a Masters of Business Administration from Renssalear Polytechnic Institute. “We understand that, for most people, a home is the single largest investment they will make, and they deserve expertise and service that reflects the importance of that investment.” Diane is a member of the Connecticut Mortgage Bankers Association, the Eastern Connecticut Chamber of Commerce, the Eastern Connecticut Association of Realtors and is a Corporator for Lawrence and Memorial Hospital. Diane is licensed as a mortgage broker in Connecticut.

Email Diane at delauro@thediamondmortgage.com

   

Sandra A. Montanari, is the co-owner and co-founder of The Diamond Mortgage Group™, LLC established in 1998. Sandy, a graduate of the University of Connecticut , has more than 19 years of experience in the mortgage banking industry, including eight as a regional mortgage underwriting manager. Sandy, also has extensive experience as a previous designated underwriter for FHA programs. “With over 200 loan programs available, I am confident that we at The Diamond Mortgage Group™ will provide you with the best financing option and outstanding customer service.” Sandy is a member of the Connecticut Mortgage Bankers Association, the Eastern Connecticut Chamber of Commerce and the Eastern Connecticut Association of Realtors. Sandy is licensed as a mortgage broker in Connecticut.

Email Sandy at montanari@thediamondmortgage.com.

   

Susan E. Shepherd, began her career at The Diamond Mortgage Group™ as a mortgage consultant in 1998, and was made a partner in 2002. Susan has experienced all aspects of banking, including customer service, consumer lending and mortgage originating. Since 1993, she originated consumer loans and mortgages as an assistant manager of a bank. In 1996, Susan took a position as mortgage originator, and has been writing mortgages exclusively since then. “Industry knowledge along with excellent customer service are my priorities. At Diamond Mortgage, we try to create a comfortable atmosphere, and ease our customers through the mortgage process.” Sue is a member of the Eastern Connecticut Chamber of Commerce, the Eastern Connecticut Association of Realtors and Mystic Chamber of Commerce.

Email Sue at shepherd@thediamondmortgage.com

 

Jill Hunt, graduate of Johnson & Wales College, began her career in the mortgage industry in 1993, as a loan officer. She briefly worked as a real estate para-legal in a local law firm but found she missed working on the lending side of the mortgage business.  Jill brought her well-rounded experience to The Diamond Mortgage Group™ in 2001, when she began as the loan processor. 

Email Jill at hunt@thediamondmortgage.com

 

Janet Roberts, is the sales assistant for The Diamond Mortgage Group™. She began a career in banking in 1982, as a teller in a large local bank. She held various positions such as Head Teller, Branch Operations Coordinator and Customer Service Supervisor. She left banking in 1993, to work for a mortgage company as a loan opener but left in 1994, to stay home with her children. She was active in her son's Cub Scout Pack, holding the position of Treasurer and Committee Chairman. Janet began working for Diamond Mortgage in 2001, answering phones, preparing customer packages, and assisting the loan processor and officers in any way possible.

Email Janet at info@thediamondmortgage.com