Cornerstone Team Members

Tim Harrison, Mortgage Branch Manager of Upland, combines his education, experience and expertise to help his clients fully understand the loan process. He aims to ease the minds of his clients as they navigate one of the most complex financial transactions they may ever experience, a home mortgage.

Tim credits the ethics learned from his family, coupled with his Business Finance degree, and minor in Real Estate Law, for his successful 23-year career. Tim has been involved in over 5000 successful closings with a combined total of $1.2 Billion dollars over his career. Tim's consistently high performance and commitment to excellence in all aspects of client service has led him to be ranked in the top one-percent of all loan officers nationwide by Origination News, as well as the Top 300 Originators in the Nation recognized by Scotsman Guide. He is also the co-author of the very informative, Straight Up Mortgage Talk. Tim textualizes his knowledge in the book and makes the complexities of the Mortgage Business easily accessible.

Tim was born and raised in the same community he now serves. He has earned the name, The Straight Up Mortgage Guy, through his passionate commitment to matching his clients with the proper home loan financing and for his straight-forward approach. As the loan process has become increasingly complicated, Tim's greatest strength is his ability to listen carefully to his clients and to identify best the right option in the wide array of home financing available. Customer service is his highest priority, as well as his commitment to the education and efficiency of his team.

Tim is also committed to helping his community through various acts of community service and to his wonderful family. Tim is proud to serve as a board member on The Claremont Chamber of Commerce, The University Terrace, and The Claremont Rotary which he has been nominated as president for 2014-2015. He also has past involvement as a Board member on the Claremont Community Foundation.

Leslie Magodoro is a Senior Loan Consultant recognized for his high energy level and attention to customer service. With over 20 years' experience with the HLC Team, he attributes his success to learning from one of the most successful mortgage bankers in the nation.

From purchasing a new home and financing home improvements to obtaining lower rates or shorter terms through refinancing, Leslie is committed to exceeding expectations by helping customers find the right loan for their needs and staying with them through every step of the home loan process. He has made accessibility his promise and integrity his trademark.

Leslie's genuine interest and enthusiasm in supporting clients through the mortgage experience has earned him a loyal client base. A self-proclaimed "people pleaser," he devotes time to getting to know the needs of the families that he works with so that he can identify the right loan options. He is specially trained with the Todd Duncan Consultant Mastery Series and in CalHFA, NHF, FHA, USDA and Reverse Mortgages, so he can offer a broad perspective and identify sound options.

Outside of work Leslie volunteers as a mentor for the Sunburst Youth Challenge Academy, a program that provides a second chance to young people struggling in school. He's also an avid traveler and often ventures to Europe to visit with friends.

Cody Michny, Loan Originator for the HLC Team, has worked as a home loan consultant and loan originator since 2011. He wears several hats at the HLC Team as he assists each team member in a variety of ways through tasks relating to the home loan process.

Cody is a graduate of Cal Poly Pomona with a degree in Finance. He refers to the knowledge he gained through rigorous coursework on a day-to-day basis and is dedicated to expanding his knowledge to benefit both clients and co-workers by staying up to date with industry news and trends.

Putting in the behind-the-scenes work that helps borrowers become homeowners is what gives Cody job satisfaction. His positive attitude and ability to connect with individuals and families puts clients at ease as they address the many details of securing a mortgage. While outgoing, personable and client-oriented, Cody is also skilled with task management and addressing the details, especially the numbers.

When he's not at the office, Cody is living it up outdoors. He enjoys several sports like biking and snowboarding, as well as camping with his wife and their three dogs Kash, Luna, and Venice.

Andrew Ryan is a Loan Originator and Sales Operations Manager, known for a rare combination of skills in both sales and operations. With more than 25 years in the industry, Andrew boasts encyclopedic knowledge of many loan programs, along with the practical experience to support the HLC Team in delivering a smooth and expedient loan process, from application to closing. With a strong desire to help others reach their goals, Andrew guides his team of loan officers, providing seasoned insight and motivation to help make homeownership dreams come true.

Born in New York, Andrew was raised in California and proudly calls it home. Outside of work, you’ll most likely find him outdoors, hiking, cycling or just enjoying life with his wife and their grandchildren.