MEET OUR TEAM
Meet our amazing team of industry professionals. They have the dedication and focus to consistently achieve winning outcomes for our clients and partners.
Alexander Shahin
CEO
NMLS 540343
Alexander holds a B.S. in Business Finance and Real Estate from California State University, Northridge. His finance journey commenced in 2010 when he embraced a personal banker role at Wells Fargo. During his tenure, he cultivated a devoted client base that valued his unconventional thinking, exceptional execution, and outstanding communication skills.
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In 2018, Alexander capitalized on his success as a top-tier mortgage consultant, making a move to Loan Depot as a Sales Manager. There, he swiftly assembled one of the most high-performing lending teams within the company, leading to the funding of over $300 million in loans and a promotion to Branch Manager within three years.
In 2023, Alexander co-founded Peregrine Financial alongside his partners Vanessa Montoya and Anna Shaterkin. This venture aims to provide enhanced service to his clients while harnessing the expanding expertise of his team. Outside of work, Alexander cherishes moments with his wife Adriana and their son, William. He also dedicates time to practicing and teaching martial arts.
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Looking ahead, Alexander's unwavering commitment to client service, investments in innovation, and expertise in team building serve as the pillars of his leadership at Peregrine Financial.
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Anna Shaterkin, C.P.A., M.B.T.
Vice President of Finance and Compliance
NMLS 1547333
Anna earned her master's degree in Business Taxation from USC in 2008. Prior to that, she completed her B.S. in Accounting at USC while actively contributing to the rowing team, fostering her dedication to teamwork and refining her work ethic.
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Her professional journey kicked off with a noteworthy decade-long career as a CPA, specializing in the preparation of tax returns for individuals, businesses, trusts, and nonprofits. In 2018, Anna leveraged her experience and extensive understanding as a rental property owner to transition into a role as a loan officer. In this capacity, she supports clients dealing with intricate blends of employment, rental income, assets, and business revenue.
Anna's expertise is particularly beneficial to clients who are business owners, individuals with multifaceted work histories, or those with multiple income sources. She excels in optimizing financial strategies within the framework of existing rules and regulations.
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As a native Russian speaker, Anna takes great pleasure in assisting Russian-speaking clients in establishing themselves and thriving in the United States. She further extends her dedication to the community by serving as a board member and volunteer for non-profit organizations dedicated to the welfare of women and children.
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(818) 512-9926 ashaterkin@peregrinefin.com
Taylor Williams
Lead Real Estate Agent
CA DRE 02003703
Taylor began her career in real estate over 9 years ago. After purchasing her first home, she realized her passion for the industry. Taylor’s introduction into Real Estate was while marketing for a top producing team in Santa Clarita. She learned the ins and outs of what it takes to successfully sell Real Estate at a professional level. She since then has worked with other top producers and has recently pursued a solo career in Real Estate.
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Taylor is continuously educating herself in the ever-changing Real Estate market. She prides herself on her ability to master and achieve whatever comes her way. Taylor has an uncanny work ethic that is surely to impress. It is her utmost priority to protect, serve, and educate her clients so that they can safely and confidently make good decisions regarding real estate.
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To service her clients at a higher level, she belongs to many beneficial organizations including…
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Southland Regional Association of Realtors
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California Association of Realtors
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National Association of Realtors
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Santa Clarita Networking Advisory Group
It is important to Taylor that her clients are extremely well taken care of in this difficult process of buying or selling a home. As an existing homeowner, she understands the process through her clients eyes and can guide them in the right direction.
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(661) 310-8222 taylor@peregrinefin.com
Val Noguera
Loan Officer Assistant
NMLS 1780788
Valerie Noguera is a Southern California native with more than 13 years of experience in the lending industry. Passionate about creating opportunities for generational wealth, Valerie finds deep fulfillment in guiding families through their home financing journeys.
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Outside of the office, Valerie is an avid home chef with a particular love for South American cuisine and dreams of appearing on the Food Network someday. Married and a proud mother of three amazing children, she fully embraces the soccer mom life. In her downtime, she enjoys watching favorites like The Bear, Ozark, Coming to America, and the classic Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory.
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​ (661) 505-5645 vnoguera@peregrinefin.com
Lynette Valencia
Senior Loan Consultant
NMLS 898129
Lynette Valencia is a financial expert who specializes in mortgage loans and finance. She has expertise in wealth management and is committed to helping people achieve financial freedom.
Lynette enjoys sharing family experiences and providing financial tips to help households. She is highly regarded in the community for her expert advice on mortgages and personal finance.
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(818) 312-1709 lvalencia@peregrinefin.com​​
Gail LaGrotta
Senior Loan Consultant
NMLS 681685
Gail LaGrotta is a Senior Mortgage Loan Consultant with over 47 years' experience in Mortgage Lending and Finance. Throughout her career, she's been passionate about helping clients understand their financial goals and guiding them through one of the most important decisions of their lives to reach homeownership. She strives to be their lender for life.
Born and raised in Southern California and a longtime resident of Santa Clarita, where her roots run deep. She's a proud mother of two grown sons and grandmother who cherishes every moment with her grandson. When she's not working, you can find her spending time with family and friends, enjoying the outdoors, cuddling with her cat Georgie, or volunteering in the community.
She especially proud of her work with Soroptimist International of Valencia, where their mission is to improve the lives of women and girls, and other local nonprofits and school programs. Servicing others - whether its through lending, leadership, or local service - is what truly fuels her.
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(661) 714-6590 glagrotta@peregrinefin.com