Claremont Savings Bank has a strong reputation as an outstanding mortgage lender, serving the needs of real estate professionals, builders and homebuyers throughout our community.
As a local, full-service mortgage lender our dedicated team of professionals is prepared to assist you every step of the way. Whether you are planning to purchase a first home or looking to refinance an existing mortgage, we have mortgages to meet your needs. With a full range of options, our lending specialists are dedicated to working alongside you to match you with the home loan that offers the best mortgage rate, terms and costs.
Meet our Mortgage Lending Team
Visit our Mortgage Solutions Center
Fax: 603-542-5432
Business Hours: Monday through Friday 9 am to 5 pm; other hours by appointment
Brandy Blackinton
Senior Vice President, Retail Lending
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Phone: 603-690-2745
NMLS Registry ID: 691191
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Brandy has over 25 years of experience serving customers in various areas of retail banking, such as deposit relationships, retirement planning, consumer lending, mortgage lending, and business banking services. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and has completed programs at The New England School of Banking, The New England School of Financial Studies at Babson College, and the ABA Graduate School of Banking at Stonier. Recently, Brandy obtained her Accredited Mortgage Professional designation from the Mortgage Bankers Association. She is actively involved in the community, serving on various committees such as YouthCAN, the Budget Advisory Committee in the Town of Newport, the Portrait of a Learner Committee for the Newport School District, and as Treasurer for the NH Prospects Athletic Scholarship Foundation. Brandy's volunteer work includes roles in organizations such as the Sugar River Rotary, Claremont Chamber of Commerce, Sullivan County Young Professionals Group, and the Newport Softball league.
With her extensive banking knowledge, Brandy collaborates with her team of loan officers to develop and provide competitive lending products tailored to the community's needs.
Allison Childs
AVP and Loan Originator
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Phone: 603-690-2758
NMLS Registry ID: 1022839
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Allison has over 19 years of successful banking experience in the Upper Valley. With her extensive mortgage origination background, she’ll be able to guide you through the process to find the best solution. Allison is currently a member of the Upper Valley Affiliate Realtor Group, the Lebanon Area Chamber of Commerce Membership and Service Committee as well as the Upper Valley Green Real-Estate Network at Vital Communities and a Board Member of the Town of Hartford Parks and Recreation Department. Her previous volunteer and committee work includes being a Rotarian in Hartford, VT and being on the Board of the Sunapee Board of Realtors.
Denise Roberts
AVP and Loan Originator
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Phone: 603-690-2763
NMLS Registry ID: 479304
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Denise started working at Claremont Savings Bank more than 30 years ago. She has experience in various banking roles, including retail banking, consumer lending, and mortgage lending. For the past 20 years, she has primarily worked as a mortgage loan originator.
Denise is a graduate of the Northern New England School of Banking and has obtained multiple certificates throughout her career. Her extensive knowledge of the financial services industry is a valuable asset to her customers. Whether you need a residential mortgage, construction loan, or home equity loan, Denise can comprehensively understand your financial situation. She enjoys working with borrowers from the prequalifying stage to helping them establish a mortgage and achieve home ownership. Denise values building long-lasting relationships with her customers, often resulting in repeat business and referrals. She consistently ranks as one of the top loan originators in Sullivan County. Additionally, Denise actively participates in the community. She is a member of the Greater Claremont Board of Realtors, Monadnock Region Board of Realtors, and the Crown Point Board of Realtors in Vermont.
As a local resident, Denise enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, and engaging in various outdoor activities that New England offers throughout the year.
Brianna Critch
AVP and Loan Originator
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NMLS # 2032679
603-690-2724
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Brianna began her career at Claremont Savings Bank in 2015 and progressed through various customer service roles that lead to her current position of Mortgage Loan Originator. Ever-changing market conditions, products, and regulations keep Brianna on her toes as a lender. She stays educated to provide the most informative advice to her customers.
Brianna is an Advisory Council Member for the Center of Financial Training recommending and improving educational materials used by financial professionals. CFTEA has provided her the opportunities to earn a Universal Banking Certificate, Universal Banking Diploma, Supervisor/Team Leader Certificate, Branch Manager Certificate, and Residential Mortgage Lending Certificate.
In order to give back to the communities that Brianna grew up and works in, she serves on the Board of Directors for both the Lake Sunapee Region Chamber of Commerce and The Greater Claremont Chamber of Commerce.
She serves on the Good Neighbor Award Committee, Neighbors Helping Neighbors Committee, and the Business Partners Committee of the Sunapee Region Board of Realtors to stay connected.
Brianna loves to get outside and hike, spend summer days on Lake Sunapee, and make home buying dreams come true.
Donna Kennison
AVP, Mortgage Solutions Specialist
Phone: 603-690-2734
NMLS Registry ID: 646397
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Donna is an experienced home mortgage professional with 35 years of successful banking experience. Her focus is to assist customers with their Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) applications. Donna holds her diplomas and certificates from the New England School of Banking, American Banking Associate and Center for Financial Training.
Donna has extensive volunteer and committee work including Youth Group Activity Leader, School Board member, First Time Homebuyer Workshop annual speaker, and Board Member of the local Cemetery Association. She is married for 40 years, has two children, their spouses and four beloved grandchildren, all residing in Northern VT.
Donna is looking forward to helping you with Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)!