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Daniel Milstein - Chief Executive Officer

Dan Milstein

Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Gold Star Mortgage Financial Group, Dan Milstein still does the same work he did back when the company was small. Dan writes loans. The #1 loan originator in Michigan for seven years running, Dan also ranks #4 on the top ten list of loan originators in America, (he’s made the list every year out of the last ten) with over a billion dollars in mortgage sales to his credit. There are 550,000 Finance Professionals in the USA.

Known as a financial wizard with solid experience planning and managing diversified real estate loan portfolios for companies and individuals, Dan has an uncanny ability to sense shifting market conditions and respond quickly and efficiently for his clients.

He is well-versed in all areas of consumer lending including fraud prevention, quality control, state and federal regulations, credit-risk policies, accounting, finance and marketing.

Since Milstein founded Gold Star Mortgage, the company has grown to include four regional offices with more than 200 employees and an annual real estate loan volume of more than a billion dollars. Gold Star Mortgage has a client base of over 30,000 customers ranging from first time homebuyers to professional athletes and celebrities.

Born in Kiev, Ukraine, Dan is fluent in several languages. When not at his desk or on the phone, you’ll find him watching hockey, hanging with his daughter or enjoying the sun in Miami.

Rick Richter - Executive Vice President

Rick Richter

From the first moment you're introduced, Rick Richter makes you feel at home. Soft spoken, with a direct gaze and a warm smile, Rick is genuine when he asks how you are and how he can be of service. It's hard to believe this amiable, easy-going guy is the #2 loan originator in Michigan and one of the top 100 in the nation. Named Rookie of the Year by Mortgage Originator Magazine in 2004, this talented broker has come a long way in a very short time. Now with more than one hundred million dollars in mortgage sales to his credit, Rick is Gold Star Mortgage's "Go-To-Guy" for Residential Financing.
Rick Richter may be laid-back, but make no mistake he gets things done. Well-versed in all areas of financial lending practices, Rick specializes in residential investment property loans and amicable separations of property. Whether you're purchasing or refinancing, Rick guarantees the lowest interest rates and the quickest turn-arounds. His flexible schedule means he'll go out of his way so that you don't have to -- it's just one more example of his helpful can-do approach. Rick is married and has one son, Harry, and a Britney Spaniel. A self-proclaimed sports nut, he follows hockey, football, and golf. He loves to travel and meet new people.

Andy Newton - Senior Vice President

Andy Newton

Andy Newton is an underwriting / credit policy manager who started with Gold Star in 2005. Andy joined the Gold Star team from ABN Amro’s wholesale division, known at the time as Interfirst, and has now become Citi bank. Andy has been in this aspect of the business for over a decade now and is considered to be at the forefront of credit policy and underwriting guideline management. He has an undisputed reputation in quality control. Andy is a family man who is married to his wife Regen, and they have 2 wonderful children Hayden and Avery. Andy is a self proclaimed sports nut who lives for College football and College basketball.

Gregory J. Genter - Senior Vice President

Gregory J. Genter

Mr. Genter is a Financial Planner and Certified Senior Advisor. Prior to joining Gold Star as Senior Vice President of Financial Services, Mr. Genter was President and Owner of Genter Financial, LLC an Independent Financial Planning Agency.
Greg believes that financial planning is a process, not a product. It is a process that involves discovering your goals and developing a plan to meet those goals. As a Financial Planner, Mr. Genter will work to keep you focused on where you want to go, advise you on how to get there, and continually remind you of the importance of maintaining a disciplined approach to achieve your goals.
Greg has been a speaker on both a local and national level with presentations to Unions, Churches, International Business’, Senior Centers and Municipalities Greg is married and resides in the island community of Grosse Ile with his wife Shannon. He has a son, Shaun, who is attending Washington State University studying for his doctorate. He is a member of the National Exchange Club which focuses nationally and locally on Americanism, Community Service, and Child Abuse Prevention Programs. He is active in his church and has served as Christian Education Director, Chair of their Finance Committee as well as a Facilitator for their Financial Recovery Program.

Jon D Bastian - Branch Manager

Jon D Bastian

Jon Bastian is a seasoned residential mortgage consultant with over 15 years experience of financing homes across the United States.  Over $300 million dollars of residential mortgages have been financed by Jon during his professional career which has earned him numerous awards.   Jon is the friendly manager of the West Michigan Branch for Gold Star Mortgage Financial Group, and he guarantees his interest rates and closing costs with quick turnaround times. 

The professional approach Jon uses will earn your trust and make your home buying experience a very positive one.  His primary focus is helping you make informed decisions throughout the process and providing home loans that will meet your needs.   Jon is available to talk or meet with you face to face, and is flexible enough to work around your busy schedule.  The whole loan, from start to finish, can be done within the comfort of your home.
Whether you are purchasing, refinancing or building a new home, his extensive knowledge about Conventional, Construction and FHA mortgage products will enable you with confidence to choose the best mortgage product for your family’s  needs.

Jon is married and has two children, two dogs and two cats.  He graduated with honors from Michigan State University and received an Undergraduate and Master's degree.
 

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