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Builder Circle

Builder Circle

Real Estate

Birmingham, Michigan 6,145 followers

A Better Finance Network, Built for the Builders

About us

Builder Circle is a Midwest-based lending company that provides independent home builders, rehabbers, developers, and real estate investors with a better, more practical, and more efficient approach to the loan underwriting and construction draw processes. As experienced real estate lenders with deep roots in the home building industry, we have an intimate understanding of the challenges that our borrowers often face and how we can become a tremendous value-add to their growing businesses by eliminating common inefficiencies and providing fast, reliable capital. At Builder Circle we believe in establishing lasting relationships with our borrowers, and we have the capital, experience, and resources necessary to help them thrive.

Website
https://www.builder-circle.com/
Industry
Real Estate
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Birmingham, Michigan
Type
Partnership
Founded
2018

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Employees at Builder Circle

Updates

  • 🚨 Employee Spotlight: Jennifer Georg 🚨 We’re excited to spotlight Jennifer Georg, dedicated Underwriter, helping drive Builder Circle’s commitment to smart, relationship-focused lending. As an Underwriter, Jennifer plays a critical role in evaluating opportunities, mitigating risk, and helping borrowers move confidently from application to closing. Her analytical mindset, responsiveness, and ability to balance structure with service make her an invaluable part of our lending team. Jennifer’s attention to detail and solid understanding of commercial real estate financing allow her to review deals both thoughtfully and efficiently, benefiting our borrowers and reinforcing our mission as a lender. Beyond her underwriting expertise, Jennifer brings collaboration, and a solutions-oriented approach that strengthens our team every day. 🎯 Outside of Work: ”I love hosting vintage-inspired events, spending time with my daughters, and continuing to grow my passion for World War II history. I enjoy learning about the people, strategy, and historical events that shaped the era. I’m always balancing creativity and opportunities for learning, whether it’s expanding my collection of WWII vehicles and artifacts or helping my kids find hands-on experiences that inspire them.” 🎯 What she loves about Builder Circle: ” I love the collaborative environment and the opportunity to help shape processes that make a real impact. She enjoys working alongside a team that moves quickly, solves problems creatively, and stays focused on getting deals across the finish line.” Thank you, Jennifer, for everything you do! #EmployeeSpotlight #TeamFeature #LifeAtBuilderCircle #CommercialLending 

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  • 🚨 Employee Spotlight: Mandy Morgan 🚨 We’re excited to highlight Mandy Morgan, one of our incredible Draw Specialists here at Builder Circle! Mandy has been with Builder Circle since February 2025. Mandy plays a key role in keeping projects moving by ensuring draws are processed efficiently, accurately, and with the level of care our clients expect. Her attention to detail and commitment to clear communication make her a trusted partner to both our internal team and our builders. Since joining Builder Circle, Mandy has consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic and a team-first mindset. She’s always willing to step in, solve problems, and help keep things on track, no matter how complex the scenario. Outside of work, Mandy loves to crochet, read, and spend time with family. ✨ What she loves most about Builder Circle: “The sense of community at Builder Circle is what I appreciate most. Everyone is always willing to help and collaborate, and that teamwork extends to how we support our borrowers. I enjoy getting to know colleagues through calls and meetings and building strong connections across teams while working together to deliver a great borrower experience.” We’re grateful to have Mandy on the team and appreciate the impact she makes every day! #EmployeeSpotlight #BuilderCircle #TeamBC #ConstructionFinance 

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  • 🌟 Employee Spotlight: Chelsi Overton 🌟 We’re excited to spotlight Chelsi Overton, our Servicing Specialist, who joined Builder Circle in May 2025 and has quickly become a key player on our Servicing Team. Chelsi plays a critical role in delivering the exceptional borrower experience Builder Circle is known for. In her role, Chelsi supports the day-to-day servicing of our loan portfolio, helping ensure everything runs smoothly from payment processing to loan payoffs. She works closely with borrowers to answer servicing questions, manage account updates, and handle verification requests with accuracy, care, and professionalism. Her attention to detail and customer-first mindset help keep our loan records accurate, compliant, and up to date. Chelsi is also instrumental behind the scenes—monitoring loan activity, supporting reporting and audits, and helping maintain strong internal processes as we continue to grow. Her ability to stay organized, communicate clearly, and manage multiple priorities makes her a key part of our servicing operations. 💡 What Chelsi enjoys about Builder Circle: “I absolutely love the culture at Builder Circle. I have truly never experienced anything like it. Everyone is kind, supportive, and flexible. There is a genuine commitment to helping each person succeed and grow within the company. I am extremely proud to be a part of this team and excited to contribute to the company’s continued success” 📊 Outside of work: “Spending time with husband and kids, being outdoors, shopping, and binge watching reality tv!” Thank you, Chelsi, for the care and dedication you bring to your work every day. We’re lucky to have you on the Builder Circle team! 👏 #EmployeeSpotlight #BuilderCircle #TeamBuilderCircle #LoanServicing #RealEstateFinance #TeamAppreciation

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  •   🌟 Employee Spotlight: Alena Talbot! We’re excited to shine a light on Alena Talbot, who joined Builder Circle in January 2025 and has quickly become an essential part of our Operations Team. As a Closing Specialist, Alena plays a pivotal role in delivering a smooth, accurate, and transparent closing experience for our borrowers. From coordinating with underwriters, processors, title partners, and attorneys to ensuring every closing package is complete and compliant, Alena helps keep our lending operations moving efficiently and on time. Alena is known for her detail-oriented mindset, calm execution under deadline, and customer-first communication style. She not only keeps closings on track but also looks for smarter ways to improve workflows, supporting our mission to bring fast, reliable capital to builders, rehabbers, and developers. 💡 What Alena enjoys about Builder Circle: “Builder Circle has so much flexibility when it comes to what you want to learn and develop into. Nobody is confined to their role and being on a small team, there is a lot of cross collaboration that can expose you to new sides of the business that you’d never expect to learn about. Everyone is so genuine and wants to help each other become a stronger, more comprehensive team.” 📊 Outside of work: “In my free time, I love taking my dog on long walks, cooking, and traveling.” Thank you, Alena, for the care, precision, and positive energy you bring to every closing. We’re lucky to have you on the Builder Circle team!   #EmployeeSpotlight #LifeAtBuilderCircle #Operations #ClosingSpecialist #RealEstateLending #MeetTheTeam #BuilderCircle

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  • 🌟 Employee Spotlight: Josh Abraham! We’re excited to feature Josh Abraham, who joined Builder Circle in January 2025 and has quickly become a key player on our Finance Team. As a Senior Accountant, Josh ensures the financial foundation of our operations remains strong and transparent. From managing budgets and reconciliations to streamlining reporting processes and supporting our clients, Josh plays a critical role in keeping Builder Circle running efficiently and responsibly. Known for his analytical mindset and collaborative approach, Josh is passionate about bringing structure, accuracy, and innovation to every financial process. His work directly supports our mission to empower builders, developers, and investors through smarter, more efficient lending operations. 💡 What Josh enjoys about Builder Circle: “I love the culture and environment at BC. Everyone is committed to helping each other and make sure everyone is successful” 📊 Outside of work: “I enjoy spending time with family and spending time at church” Thank you, Josh, for your dedication and the financial expertise you bring to Builder Circle every day! #EmployeeSpotlight #FinanceTeam #LifeAtBuilderCircle #MeetTheTeam #AccountingExcellence #BuilderCircle

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  • 🌟 Employee Spotlight: Cristiana Vukobratovich! We’re thrilled to highlight Cristiana, who joined Builder Circle in December 2024 and has been making an impact ever since. As a Client Relationship Manager, Cristiana plays a vital role in supporting our sales team and our clients, ensuring every interaction is smooth and productive. From managing inquiries and coordinating meetings to preparing proposals and organizing sales events, Cristiana is dedicated to providing exceptional service. Her strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and client-first mindset make her an invaluable partner to both our internal team and the builders, developers, and investors we serve. 🏂 Outside of work, her favorite things to do are go to the gym, cooking, and shopping 🎯 What she loves about Builder Circle: “While most of us work in different cities/remotely everyone collectively works as team as if we’re all in the same office together. To be part of team where everyone shares the same end goal while supporting one another along the way is not the norm and I couldn’t be happier to be part of the BC team. I’m so excited see us continue to grow” Thank you, Cristiana, for all you do! #EmployeeSpotlight #TeamFeature #LifeAtBuilderCircle #MeetTheTeam

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  • 🌟 Employee Spotlight: Taylor Scott! Meet Taylor, one of our dedicated Loan Draw Specialists at Builder Circle! She plays a key role in supporting our borrowers and builders by managing the draw process from start to finish, ensuring funds are processed promptly and projects stay on track. Outside of work, Taylor loves staying active with kayaking, cycling, and travel, and she also enjoys the quiet balance of reading stoic philosophy. ✨ What she loves most about Builder Circle: “The culture here is unmatched—we’re a fully remote, diverse team that collaborates like family. Builder Circle truly values people as individuals, and I’m proud to be part of this journey.” Thank you, Taylor, for everything you do! #EmployeeSpotlight #LifeAtBuilderCircle #TeamFeature

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  • 🌟 Employee Spotlight: Brittany Tarnuzzer! We’re thrilled to highlight Brittany, who joined Builder Circle in April 2025 and has been making an impact ever since. As a Loan Processor, Brittany ensures deals move seamlessly from application to funding. Her attention to detail, responsiveness, and commitment to our borrowers and internal teams make her an essential part of our credit operations. Brittany also brings deep DSCR lending expertise, helping us thoughtfully expand into new asset classes with confidence. Beyond the numbers, Brittany brings positivity, patience, and a collaborative spirit that elevates our (virtual) office every day. 🏂 Outside of work, she enjoys snowboarding—a perfect reflection of her adventurous and dynamic personality. 🎯 What she loves about Builder Circle: “Seeing a project start as land and become a home that supports generations of a family.” Thank you, Brittany, for all you do! #EmployeeSpotlight #TeamFeature #LifeAtBuilderCircle #MeetTheTeam

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