Tai Boutell, Mortgage Consultant
NMLS# 254438
Producing Branch Manager
Experience. Results.
Tai has been delivering trusted mortgage solutions since 1999, bringing over two decades of industry expertise to clients across Santa Cruz County and beyond. His straightforward motto—Experience. Results.—reflects his dedication to providing knowledgeable, results-driven service in every transaction.
A Santa Cruz, California resident since 1984, Tai graduated from California State University, Chico in 1991 with a BA degree in Political Science. Before entering the mortgage industry, he gained leadership experience managing a whitewater rafting company in the Sierra Nevada foothills and a ski resort near Donner Summit—an adventurous foundation that shaped his client-focused, solutions-oriented approach.
Tai has consistently ranked as a top-producing loan originator, earning widespread respect within the mortgage and real estate community. He regularly hosts seminars, workshops, and panel discussions for both homebuyers and real estate professionals.
His loan expertise spans a wide range of programs, including:
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First-Time Homebuyer programs (city, county, and state)
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VA and FHA loans
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Renovation loans
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Jumbo, refinance, and conventional purchase loans
As a mortgage consultant with the Santa Cruz Lending Group within Mason-McDuffie Mortgage, Tai has access to a broad network of lending resources—from large national banks to niche programs. This flexibility allows him to tailor financing options based on your income, future financial goals, and how long you plan to own your home.
Licensed by the California Department of Real Estate since 1999, Tai combines seasoned insight with a commitment to personal service—helping you navigate the mortgage process with confidence and clarity.
Cell (831) 419-6931