Meet
Team Schuler
You matter to us!
You're not just a number to Team Schuler. We care about each and every client. We want to know what your goals are and how we can help you achieve them.
When you work with Team Schuler, you have access to the entire team! Each person plays a vital role in helping achieve a smooth process and on-time closing.
Ellen Schuler
Mortgage Branch Sales Manager
NMLS 409880
[email protected]
210-860-0031
Ellen’s team is rich in experience and has you covered from start to finish. However, when you begin working with Team Schuler – you begin at the top. First and foremost, Ellen Schuler consults directly with each of her clients.
Homebuyers have trusted Ellen with their home financing for more than 34 years. She understands the intricacies of the mortgage process and can effortlessly guide clients through each step. Through personalized guidance, open communication, and instant accessibility, Ellen helps clients navigate their homebuying journey with clarity, confidence, and care.
“Buying a home is a life-changing event, that’s why my team and I do everything we can to educate clients on all their options and what to expect,” says Ellen. “Our goal is to create a positive experience for each and every customer so they can focus on the joy of becoming a homeowner.”
Since launching her career in 1990, Ellen has earned many awards, including longtime membership in Cornerstone Home Lending’s President’s Club. But for Ellen, the true value of what she does amounts to more than production numbers and accolades. She is passionate about serving others and strives to enrich her community through sustainable homeownership.
Leighann Cantu
Production Manager
NMLS 982235
[email protected]
210-501-0229
Leighann Cantu stands as the linchpin of efficient loan operations, bringing a wealth of experience and a keen eye for detail to the role of Production Manager. With a background rooted in managing the complexities of loan processes, Leighann is poised to optimize and streamline every step from initial application to closing.
Leighann’s welcoming personality and genuine positivity help her instantly connect with anyone she meets. Because mortgages aren’t one size fits all, she takes the time to get to know her clients, understand their homeownership goals, and explore solutions that fit their needs now and in the years to come. With her wealth of knowledge in a wide range of mortgage programs – including down payment assistance, jumbo loans, and non-traditional financing – Leighann is dedicated to helping families choose the right loan for their dream home.
Born and raised in San Antonio, Leighann cannot imagine living anywhere else. She, her husband, and their four children love spending time together in the city they love to call home.
Danielle Balderrama
Sr. Loan Closer/Funder
[email protected]
210-762-6417
A skilled problem-solver with a friendly spirit and eye for detail, Danielle serves as Team Schuler’s Senior Loan Closer and Funder. She plays a pivotal role in achieving a stress-free and on-time closing: Ensuring loan conditions are met, preparing closing documents, coordinating with various parties, and facilitating the disbursement of funds.
Danielle genuinely loves helping make homeownership a reality – the best part of her job is seeing happy new homeowners! Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her family and three kids. They especially love camping out in the living room for Friday Night movie nights.
Taylor Miller
Marketing Director
[email protected]
210-845-0089
A creative collaborator, nimble problem-solver, and dynamic strategist, Taylor is indispensable and irreplaceable as Team Schuler’s Marketing Director. Taylor excels in crafting impactful marketing campaigns that reinforce Cornerstone’s everyday mission of making a positive difference in the lives of others. Beyond her quest to elevate the team’s marketing, Taylor never misses an opportunity to support and uplift her team members.
Taylor has lived in her hometown of San Antonio for most of her life. She earned a marketing communications degree from Texas A&M University and worked in retail marketing before joining Cornerstone Home Lending. Outside of work, you’ll find Taylor chasing after her three adorable pups and catching up with friends and family.
Orlando Garcia
Jr. Loan Officer
NMLS 1649732
[email protected]
210-442-7616
Since launching his mortgage career in 2014, Orlando has excelled in a variety of roles, including monitoring market conditions, managing interest rate locks, and overseeing the post-closing process. He offers a deep understanding of the mortgage industry and sharpened skills in creating exceptional client experiences.
Orlando’s unwavering dedication to service sets him apart. His priority is ensuring his clients are supported at each stage of their homebuying journey. Never hesitating to answer the phone or respond to questions and concerns, he strives to be instantly accessible to both clients and partners. With Orlando’s clear communication, personalized guidance, and industry insight, clients can feel confident knowing they’ll have everything they need to make well-informed decisions about their home financing.
When he’s not at the office or pursuing his Business Administration degree at UTSA, you’ll find Orlando spending as much time as possible with his fiancé and children. He adores cheering at his daughter’s soccer games, fixing engines with his oldest son, and chasing after his very active four-year-old son.
Loan Processors
Christy is Team Schuler’s rockstar processor! She literally jumpstart everything in the process – from analyzing applications and coordinating loan paperwork to communicating next steps with clients. Christy carefully and thoroughly prepare loan files for the underwriting team’s review and are crucial to ensuring an on-time closing.
Christy Sturgis
Sr. Loan Processor
[email protected]
210-827-0074
Christy has more than 22 years of experience in loan processing. She joined Cornerstone Home Lending in 2015 and has been part of Team Schuler since 2022. Both team members and customers know they can count on Christy to jump in and lend a hand in any way she can.
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