Josh Talmor

Loan Originator

Josh Talmor joins the Chris Doering Mortgage team, as the youngest, most upbeat loan originator. Josh is a PK Yonge alumnus who continued his education with focus in Graphic Design and Multimedia and Digital Production. He has great B2B skills that stem from his charismatic energy. He joined the local BNI group in February 2023, and has since been promoted to their leadership committee.

Josh is a Gainesville native who enjoys the limitless bodies of local nature. He is a pizza enthusiast and believes that a plain cheese pizza slice will determine if a restaurant is good or not. Josh admits to being extremely nerdy and enjoys spending his spare time with friends playing competitive Warhammer. He is an avid animal lover who appreciates time with his dog, Sandy!

Cory Miller

Loan Originator

Cory lives in the Orlando area and operates the Orlando Branch of Chris Doering Mortgage. A mortgage and loan professional for 25 years, Cory earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from The Ohio State University and moved to Florida soon after. He holds certifications in VA, FHA, and USDA Lending. Cory has the knowledge and experience to help you through the loan process, find the terms that are right for your budget, and make sure all the legalities are competently handled so your purchase is hassle free and worry free.

Whether you are a first-time home buyer, looking to trade up, deciding to downsize, or a seasoned investor, Cory can help you before you ever make an offer on a property. He is an experienced consultant and will review your budget, income, savings, and goals so that you get a clear picture of what type and amount of loan is best for you. There are many factors to consider when getting a home loan. Cory will help you consider all your options so you can concentrate on making the best decision for you and your loved ones.

Candi Curtis Mann

Loan Originator/VA Specialist

Candi Curtis Mann joined the Chris Doering Mortgage team in 2020 and is a perfect fit with her strong Florida Gator ties. Candi was a cheerleader for the University of Florida Gators while Chris played football during the 90’s. Candi graduated in 1995 from UF with High Honors and moved back to Gainesville in 2000. She went on to be the Head Coach of the University of Florida Gator Cheerleaders from 2007-2014. Candi has 2 daughters, Sydney, who played Division I Volleyball and graduated from the University of South Florida, and Lacey, who followed in her mom’s footsteps and graduated from the University of Florida. Lacey is also now her assistant and teammate at Chris Doering Mortgage! Together they are Team Home Sweet Home.

Candi is very active in the Alachua County community and has had her real estate license for over 25 years. She is a VA Specialist and is licensed in both Florida and Georgia. Candi enjoys helping people with what is usually the biggest purchase of their lives. Her experience and many years in the industry gives her a better understanding of the process and helps her guide clients through each important step. Candi strives to be the best at everything she does and looks forward to helping you finance your Home Sweet Home!

Chris Moebus

Loan Originator

Chris was born and raised in Florida and is a graduate of the University of Florida with a degree in Business Administration and a minor in International Economics. Chris has been in the mortgage industry for over 23 years, specializing in Agency, VA, FHA, and Jumbo loans.

He maintains a keen focus on product and continues to improve his knowledge of the mortgage business with the ultimate goal of putting his customers in the right loan for their given situation. Chris is dedicated to making the challenging yet exciting process of getting a mortgage easier for Chris Doering Mortgage customers.

Chris has been married to his wife Holly since 2003 and they have two active young boys, Vance and Tanner. He and his family enjoy being on their boat as much as they can and, as an avid saltwater fisherman, Chris loves to share that passion with friends and family. He also enjoys playing golf when he can.

Brian Rundle

Loan Originator

Brian was born in Perth Amboy, NJ but spent most of his life in Florida.  Brian grew up in the Daytona Beach area, graduated from UCF, and lived in Orlando until he moved to Gainesville in 2003. He has been in sales for 20 years and has earned high marks and recognition in production and customer satisfaction. He joins the Chris Doering Mortgage team as a Loan Officer. 

Making sure customers are always informed and taken care of during and after the sale is of the utmost importance to Brian. It’s because of this philosophy that an industry that requires consumer satisfaction is a perfect fit for him.

In his spare time, Brian loves staying active by working out, playing golf and tennis, and having a good time with friends and family. He loves watching sports, going to the movies, and attending concerts. His favorite place in the world is Las Vegas, and he visits any time he gets the chance.

Daphne Dampier

Loan Processing Manager

Daphne began her career as a Loan Processor when Chris Doering Mortgage first opened its doors in March of 2007. She feels blessed to be part of such a strong and compassionate group of people.

Daphne lives in Gainesville and has two children, Chelsea and Chase. She enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, writing, and playing the piano. She finds time almost daily to unwind by playing a few songs. Daphne said she is thankful for the gift of music and loves sharing it with others as well.

Jeff Wolfe

Senior Loan Officer

Jeff was born in Zanesville, Ohio, and raised in Rochelle, Illinois – a small farming community just 90 miles west of Chicago.  He attended Kishwaukee College and moved to Gainesville in 1985. Jeff has one daughter, Jennifer, who is raising his three grandsons, Luke, Caden, and Dylan with her husband Ben, in Rochelle, Illinois.

Jeff has been licensed in real estate since 1998 and obtained his mortgage broker license in 2000. His experience and knowledge from both of these aspects help him better assist clients by providing them with a complete understanding of the sales process and creating a smoother process by eliminating the guesswork. He joined the team at Chris Doering Mortgage in 2011.

Jeff and his wife of 14 years, now live just off the beach in New Port Richey, FL., where he continues to originate loans with Chris Doering Mortgage. Being only a couple of hours from Gainesville, Jeff still serves his Alachua County clients, as well as Pasco County and the beautiful Treasure Island/Sunset Beach/St. Pete Beach areas. He prides himself on providing the best mortgage solution for clients whether it’s a first home, investment property, or refinance.

Jennifer Doering

Loan Originator

Jennifer is a Gainesville native and graduate of PK Yonge. She graduated from the University of Florida before moving to South Florida to pursue her real estate career and still holds a license as a Real Estate Broker, in addition to a Mortgage Loan Officer.

Jennifer brings more than 18 years of experience in the real estate industry in many facets, ranging from general real estate to working for well-known residential developers, GL Homes and Lennar to Commercial Real Estate. Jennifer most notably worked as a Leasing Associate for Stiles Corporation, which is based in South Florida. In her tenure with Stiles, Jennifer represented global real estate investment giant, Guggenheim Partners, to lease a high-profile office building in Miami’s Downtown epicenter, Brickell Avenue.

Jennifer and her fiancé have a daughter, Brooklyn, and son Brandon. Jennifer enjoys traveling throughout the world, teaching her kids new things and dominating at Draft Kings. She has also been active in the community, participating in The United Way and The Beacon Council of Miami.

Judd Davis

Loan Originator

Judd joined the growing team in 2015 as a Loan Originator, specializing in the Ocala area market.  Professionally, Judd spent five years as the Vice President of Construction and Business Development for a national hotel renovation company based out of Ocala. Prior to that served as a Commercial Loan Officer at an Ocala area bank.  Judd will be an active member of the Ocala Marion County Association of Realtors, as well as, the Marion County Builder’s Association.

Judd is an Ocala native and graduate of Forest High School. He attended the University of Florida and was a teammate of Chris Doering and starting placekicker for the Gator Football team from 1992-94.  To his credit, Judd earned NCAA 1st Team All-American honors and also won the Lou Groza National Placekicker of the Year Award in 1993.  He was later inducted into the University of Florida Athletic Hall of Fame in 2011.

Kalan Contreras

Kalan has been part of the Chris Doering Mortgage team since February 2021. She has exceptional organizational skills, keen attention to detail and is fluent in Spanish.  She is excited about her future with the company and is focused on continuing to develop professionally.

She was born and raised in beautiful Gainesville, Florida and currently lives in Newberry with her 3 wonderful children and pitbull rescue. Together, they enjoy visiting nearby trails and parks, playing board games, and cooking meals together. Kalan is an avid DIY’er and has even renovated her own 1930s home before selling it.

Kristen Little

Loan Originator & Assistant to Chris Doering

Kristen is North Florida born and bred and a Gator for Life! She’s been part of the Chris Doering Mortgage family since 2008, and in her role as a Loan Originator, she works magic behind the scenes to help clients make their homeownership
dreams a reality!  Whether it’s guiding first-time buyers or helping seasoned homeowners secure the best financing, Kristen’s all about simplifying the process, crunching the numbers, and finding the perfect mortgage fit. 

Thanks to her dedication and expertise, Kristen has become a key part of the team, ensuring every client gets the care and attention they deserve. With the company experiencing amazing growth, Kristen’s more excited than ever about what the future holds! 

When she’s not helping clients, Kristen enjoys life in the Gainesville area with her family. They love exploring Florida’s natural beauty, from visiting the springs to catching Atlanta Braves games, or taking weekend trips around the Southeast. 

Fun fact: Kristen’s also a bookworm and a huge supporter of the arts —so when she’s not making mortgage magic happen, you might find her getting lost in a novel or enjoying a local art show!

Lacey Rose Wheeler

Lacey was born and raised right here in Gainesville, FL, where she met and married her high school sweetheart, Jay Wheeler. Together have a new son named Noah. Growing up, she was a gymnast, track and field competitor, and volleyball player. In her spare time, she enjoys playing the guitar and piano, along with spending time with her pets and painting. Lacey graduated locally top of her class from Buchholz High School in 2018. In 2021 Lacey graduated with honors from The University of Florida with her bachelor’s degree. Lacey retained her Real Estate license after buying her first home and has been working as Loan office Assistant in the mortgage industry since 2022. Lacey is technology savvy and such an asset to Chris Doering Mortgage and Team Home Sweet Home. She has always had a passion for helping others in the community; however, she has found that being able to help others obtain one of their most cherished possessions, their home, to be the greatest experience.

Nadine Landry

Loan Processor

Nadine Landry joined the Chris Doering Mortgage team in December 2013 as a Mortgage Loan Processor.  She brings over 40 years of experience in the mortgage industry as a mortgage underwriter, processor, closer, and builder finance processor.  Nadine enjoys helping clients achieve the goal of home ownership.

Nadine has been a resident of the Gainesville area for 13 years but was born and raised on the Westbank of New Orleans.

Terry Powell

Administrative Assistant

Terry is originally from Michigan and relocated to South Florida in 1974. She now lives the quiet life with her husband in Gilchrist County on a small 20-acre farm with her six horses, three dogs, and a few chickens.

Terry worked as the Administrative Assistant to the Assistant City Manager for Management and Budget for the City of Hollywood Florida for 12 years before moving to North Florida. She then transitioned to the role of loan processor of Drummond Community Bank in Chiefland, Florida for five years before moving over to the broker side of the mortgage business. Terry worked for a short time for a title company to acquire an understanding of the title business as well.

Terry has been with Chris Doering Mortgage since March 2016 as a Loan Processor and feels that knowing she is helping families obtain the home of their dreams brings her tremendous satisfaction.

Stephen Hartman

Loan Officer - SC Branch Manager

Stephen started the Charleston branch of Chris Doering Mortgage in 2023 as the Lowcountry Legacy Team. He has been in the financial industry since 2014 and has been a top producer and leader at every stop along his career. Stephen’s passion is helping people financially and taking the extra steps to help buyers get ready to buy their first home. He is also a real estate investor and can provide knowledge and insight into all aspects of real estate investing.

Stephen is a Charleston native, born and raised in Hanahan. He attended the University of South Carolina and graduated with a degree in Psychology and Sociology. He is married to his beautiful wife, Gisela, and has 3 wonderful children: Nathaniel, David, and Camila. He is a sports fanatic, and if he isn’t working, he is watching or going to games any chance he gets.

Andrew Aguila

Loan Originator

Born and raised in Miami, FL to Cuban immigrants, Andrew joins the Chris Doering team with a desire to make an impact on his community. With a passion for service and an attention to detail, his objective is to lend a helping hand. Working diligently to facilitate the homebuying process for his clients, going the extra mile is just another day at the office. He meets the stresses and uncertainties of real estate transactions with fortitude and preparation, ensuring his clients’ dreams are fulfilled. 

Andrew moved to Gainesville in 2020 to pursue his career alongside his girlfriend Rachel, who just earned her Bachelor’s of Science from the University of Florida with aspirations of becoming a doctor. They love to travel and to experience the finer things in life, such as food, music, art, nature, and everything in between- especially with loved ones. They both played varsity basketball at the same high school, and they’ve been together ever since.  

Orlando Torres

Loan Originator

Orlando has called Charleston, SC home since 2017. He is originally from Boston, MA where he lived all his life until 2007 when he decided to make a move to Tokyo, Japan. Orlando lived in Asia for 6 years between Tokyo and Hong Kong, where he worked as an Asian Equities trader. Orlando made the transition from Banking and Information Technology to mortgages in 2020 and has not looked back since.

Orlando is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese, but his best qualities are his compassion, patience, and genuine efforts to help his clients. He values making anyone he is helping a priority, which is what makes him the ideal person to work with when looking to purchase or refinance a home.