Presidential Bank Mortgage Expands to Arizona, Chicago, and the Northeast with Addition of Jason Rappaport and Team

With nearly 30 years of experience, Jason Rappaport has built a career focused on supporting these critical groups through homebuyer education, first-time buyer programs, and down payment assistance initiatives. His clients include professionals from agencies such as DHS U.S. Customs & Border Protection, NYPD, LAPD, SDPD, United Federation of Teachers, and New York State United Teachers. Now backed by Presidential Bank Mortgage’s national lending platform and cutting-edge technology, Jason will continue to offer specialized mortgage solutions on an even broader scale across the country.

“We are thrilled to welcome Jason and his exceptional team to Presidential Bank Mortgage,” said Michael Carr, EVP of Mortgage. “Their expertise not only strengthens our ability to serve union and association members but also supports our strategic expansion into Arizona, Chicago, New York, and the Northeast. This will allow us to better reach communities in need of specialized mortgage services, helping us achieve our mission of making homeownership accessible for all.”

Jason’s team includes highly experienced professionals with deep roots in these key regions, further enhancing the expansion:

1️⃣ Katina O’Connor – President of the Illinois Mortgage Banking Association, with 35 years of industry experience
2️⃣ Robert Morin – Federal Law Enforcement Mortgage Specialist, with 15 years of expertise
3️⃣ Michael Olach – Specializing in second home financing, with over 30 years of experience
4️⃣ Joseph Falcone – Retired NYPD Detective, with over 5 years of mortgage experience assisting law enforcement
5️⃣ Michael Hemingway – A seasoned mortgage finance and operations expert with 30 years of experience
6️⃣ Miguel Sanchez – Dedicated to serving Latino communities across the U.S. for 30 years
7️⃣ Marlyn Rappaport – Bringing 8 years of experience in branch management
8️⃣ Wendy Bourdo – With 30 years of expertise in mortgage processing and underwriting

This powerhouse team will be instrumental in driving the company’s growth in Arizona and the Southwest, Chicago, and the Northeast, ensuring that families, unions, and individuals in these regions receive unparalleled service and personalized guidance through their homeownership journey.