June 1, 2020 | by Katie Claflin
Categories: Podcast
Joniel has more than 30 years of experience as a housing professional. Before joining the TSAHC team in 2016, she spent seven years working for the Texas state housing agency and 20 years as a mortgage loan officer, mortgage company branch manager and REALTOR®. Her extensive knowledge of the real estate and mortgage industries gives her a unique perspective when educating families about buying a home.
Sarah Ellinor has worked in the housing industry for more than 13 years. Before joining TSAHC in 2012, she was employed as a housing/financial counselor with nonprofits located in North Carolina, Iowa, and Texas, helping families buy a home and achieve other financial goals. Her prior experience helps her understand the benefits of homeownership and the challenges facing Texas home buyers.
Frank Duplechain has worked in housing and finance since 2013. Before joining TSAHC in 2018, he spent five years in personal and business banking, managing branches for two national banks. He is an LSU Tiger and Cajun originally from Beaumont, Texas.On the House blog posts are meant to provide general information on various housing-related issues, research and programs. We are not liable for any errors or inaccuracies in the information provided by blog sources. Furthermore, this blog is not legal advice and should not be used as a substitute for legal advice from a licensed professional attorney.
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Great podcast. I’m a Realtor and will be join training in July.