The Helping Hands Team
Helping Hands Community Partners, Inc.
a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation
Our Team
Bill co-founded Helping Hands in 2012 with the vision of attracting likeminded people who have impeccable character, a strong work ethic, and find joy in helping others achieve their homeownership goals while also helping the community.
Growing up a “Navy Brat” has given him a great appreciation of the importance of home and family. Bill has over a decade of local and national home financing and renovation experience. He has extensive experience working with various government agencies in having them join Helping Hands Community Partners mission and vision.
Reach Bill at 774-419-6666 or bfegley@hhcp.org
NMLS#1560910
Cliff co-founded Helping Hands in 2012 and has over 25 years of experience running several Citigroup/Smith Barney offices in the New England Area. Cliff also worked with MetLife in their Division of Estate Planning for Special Needs Kids (DESK). He also assisted to develop and implement a strategic plan to expand Allstate insurance brokers’ financial planning business. Cliff has been instrumental in charting a course of how to fulfill Helping Hands Community Partners’ mission.
Reach Cliff at 774-419-6672 or cmorin@hhcp.org
NMLS#1560911
Alain joined the board of Helping Hands in 2017. Helping Hands sought his advice two years prior on how Helping Hands could better serve its clients with home financing needs. Alain is the president and founder of Direct Finance Corp., a New England based mortgage company, that has helped over 5,000 homeowners and arranged over a billion dollars in financing. Instead of trying to profit for his company, Alain suggested and volunteered to obtain the required licensing for both Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Helping Hands is now able to, when appropriate, arrange home financing thereby bypassing the banks. The goal is to deliver better education, service, and loan programs. Alain graduated summa cum laude from the University of Massachusetts, obtained an MBA from The Wharton School, and a Master in Real Estate from M.I.T. He was the first person in New England to earn the Certified Reverse Mortgage Professional (CRMP) designation as well as the Certified Senior Advisor (CSA) certification.
Contact Alain at (781) 724-6221 (cell) or avalles@hhcp.org
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Karen has been in the Mortgage business since 1987 originating, processing and application taking. She has three children, two in college and one who has already graduated. She lives in Plymouth with her husband Paul and their dog Misty.
Karen is thrilled to have joined the HHCP family and is happy to be in Norwell with the fun group there. She enjoys working out, traveling with her family and solving mysteries, which she does a lot in this job!
Contact Karen at 774-224-2353 or kbernard@hhcp.org
With 17 years of real estate and lending experience, Megan’s unique experience strengthens and smooths her clients’ transactions. Megan strives to be responsive and proactive by thinking ahead and communicating well with all parties involved. She champions her clients by coaching them through the process, sharing her knowledge and answering questions quickly. A Scituate resident since 1997, Megan enjoys spending time with her 3 children, listening to live music, traveling and volunteering with The C.O.R.S.E. Foundation.
Contact Megan at 774-217-5339 or mcoleman@hhcp.org or
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Mike has been helping clients obtain and preserve the goal of home ownership since 2003. Mike strives to give his clients a lending experience that he would want to have himself.
He has extensive knowledge in all lending products but we lovingly refer to him as the USDA Loan guru around the office. He’s keen to detail and goes the extra mile to give his clients all the loan options available to them, and more importantly, how the loan product’s differences effect them. He is also a USAF Veteran, making him an invaluable resource to the VA borrower.
Mike finds his home in Charlton, MA and plays bass in the rock band HipTonight all over Central MA.
Have mortgage questions? Call Mike at (774) 419-6665 or email him at mike@hhcp.org
NMLS#414919
Paul comes to Helping Hands Community Partners with over 20 years experience in the mortgage industry. He is passionate about assisting his clients; from the purchase of their dream home, investment properties, and refinancing that saves them thousands of dollars over the life of the mortgage. Paul loves travelling, photography and the sport of bowling (he has bowled multiple perfect 300 games.). He is very excited and eager to assist you in every aspect of the mortgage process. He looks forward to speaking with you.
NMLS #56444
Contact Paul at 774-224-8121 or peverton@hhcp.org
Justin comes to HHCP with over 12 years lending experience as a Loan Officer. He was motivated to join HHCP to help educate and improve the 1st time home buying experience for his clients, and to expand his lending reach by adding commercial and reverse mortgage to his product list.
Born and raised in Brockton , MA he currently resides in Walpole. He is the father of 2 teenagers, ISSA certified fitness trainer, and dog lover!
Reach Justin at (774) 203-4842 or jfitzgerald@hhcp.org
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Trish has been in the business since 1996. She started in Real Estate where she worked for 18 years, managing the office for 3 of those 18 years. She studied Psychology at UMass Boston which has helped her immensely in both the Real Estate and Mortgage world. Trish and her husband have lived in Brockton for 42 years and she is thrilled to work with Helping Hands Community Partners and can’t wait to tell all her clients and friends about the company mission and help them to realize their dream of buying a home or refinance their current home.
Contact Trish at 774-224-0123 or tfoley@hhcp.org
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A native of Massachusetts, Nytesha Hubert joined Helping Hands in the Fall of 2018. She has a Master’s degree in Intercultural Relations from Lesley University and years of experience working with diverse populations in a variety of organizational settings. Ms. Hubert is also a designated Certified Relocation Professional. Ms. Hubert enjoys meeting new people and spreading light. She currently resides in Cambridge, MA.
Reach Nytesha at 774-205-1714 or nhubert@hhcp.org
NMLS# 1797873
As a retired Lieutenant Colonel, Joe has always had a giver’s mindset of serving his country which transferred to his financial planning career. He has spent the last 13 years trying to help seniors stay in their homes and have a quality of life during retirement.
Through Helping Hands, his goal is to help Veterans find what they need for services and determine, if appropriate, the right loan product for them. Through multiple sources and services, he guides seniors in the right direction that is appropriate for their individual circumstances. He is devoted to providing constant communication and education about various housing options. He looks at ALL the options and, when appropriate, reviews the reverse mortgage as one of those options. “Not everyone should have one but EVERYONE should know how they work!”
Reach Joe at 774-419-6670 or jmcparland@hhcp.org
NMLS#414919
Meghan is a superstar loan officer who takes the time to understand her clients so she can focus on what it is that really matters.
Meghan moved to Boston from Western New York at the age of 18. She studied Management and International Business at Northeastern University. After graduating Northeastern , she went to work in the fast paced, environment of Boston’s financial district. Looking for a new challenge, Meghan joined the Direct Finance/ Helping Hands team and became a loan officer in 2015 and dived headfirst into learning the industry. She concurrently earned a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from UMass Boston.
Meghan is passionate about politics and co-founded an organization that encourages and empowers women to use their voices in the public sphere in 2016.
We are lucky to have Meghan working side-by-side with us and we encourage you to give her a shout if you have any financing questions.
Reach Meghan at 774-419-6671 or meghan@hhcp.org.
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Teto Moulton is a local mortgage loan officer here at Helping Hands Community Partners, Inc in Providence, and is committed to helping low income families achieve a piece of the American dream.
He says: "The financial aspects of purchasing a home can be stressful and overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be, not with a trained and caring professional in your corner. Contact me today at 774-224-2510 and let’s get started on making your homeownership dream become a reality.
"Whether you’re a first-time home buyer, a homeowner looking to trade up or downsize, or simply wishing for a change, I am available to help you before you ever make an offer on a property. I can sit down with you and look over your budget, income, expenses and savings to help you get a clear picture of what type and amount of loan is realistic. There are many factors to consider when getting a home loan; interest rates are only one element of the complete package. I will help you consider all your options so you can concentrate on making the best decision that fits for your needs."
Teto has been in the mortgage industry since 2016. Previously he worked at Santander Bank and Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation. He lives in Providence with his three children.
Reach Teto at 774-224-2510 or tmoulton@hhcp.org
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Donna has worked in the mortgage field for over 25 years. When she was working her way through college, she worked as a Title Examiner and has been hooked on real estate ever since.
Over the years, she has worked as a Processor, Closer, Funder, and Post Closer which helps her anticipate the clients' needs better.
The giver's mindset is important to her; treat people the way you want to be treated and you can never go wrong. She says: "The biggest compliment I receive is referrals from past clients. I am never too busy for your referrals."
Contact Donna at 774-419-2350 or dpeters@hhcp.org
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Bill says: "Being in the mortgage business for over 30 years I have learned a lot of lessons. The one that affected me the most was a few years ago. Retired family members were having a hard time making ends meet and I was asked if I could help. I researched everything that might enable them to stay in the house that they have lived in for over 50 years. When I learned about reverse mortgages, my eyes were opened. Now my goal is to educate as many people as I can about the program. There is a quote that sums up how Reverse mortgages are viewed. 'Beware of false knowledge; it is more dangerous than ignorance.' - George Bernard Shaw.
"Education is the focus at Helping Hands Community Partners and why I sought them out. We are here to educate people and when appropriate help arrange financing. The givers mindset really is at the core of what we do."
Reach Bill at 774-224-8211 or brobidoux@hhcp.org
NMLS# 108703
An accomplished financial practitioner, Shak has been in the mortgage industry since 1996. Shak has always promoted sustainable, affordable, and ethical home ownership.
Shak has an undergraduate degree from the University of Rhode Island, and an MBA from Johnson & Wales University.
He is a member of Leadership RI, PSI Class 2003, and Leadership for a Future (Class of 2007).
As a registered Financial Advisor, he will analyze your family's financial needs and wants to find a picture perfect loan for home purchase, refinance, or reverse mortgage.
Shak is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu and conversant in Spanish and Arabic.
Reach Shak at 774-243-2842 or ssyed@hhcp.org
NMLS#6923
Max has a passion for teaching and learning, especially if the topic is on one of the biggest investments people will make in their lives. He saw firsthand how the housing bubble of 2008 affected many families and he believes that one of the contributing factors was a lack of education about the home buying process.
Max's goal is not only to share the important details of what a proper Mortgage requires but also what you should expect after becoming a home owner. In other words, Max will help you understand the process, help guide you through the process, and check on any future needs you or people you care about may have.
Max is native to RI. He loves cooking, Sushi and Thai food, and working at his gym.
Reach Max at 774-419-2006 or maxt@hhcp.org
NMLS#993905
Jeff joined Helping Hands Community Partners in September 2018. He has been in the mortgage world for over five years. He grew up in Massachusetts and moved to Rhode Island in 2010, and currently lives in Portsmouth Rhode Island with his wife and two children. He enjoys spending time with family and friends, and playing golf whenever time allows.
He says: "Hello and thank you for viewing my profile. I know there are a lot of lenders and loan officers to choose from but if you want to speak to someone who will go over your all your options, clarify any questions, show you the numbers with full transparency and take personal responsibility of your application from start to finish, there's no better person to start with than myself."
Reach Jeff at 774-419-6028 or jeffv@hhcp.org
NMLS#1290335
Peggy has been involved with Reverse Mortgage Education for over 18 years First, as an approved HUD Housing Counselor specializing in Reverse Mortgage Education and has recently joined Helping Hands as a Reverse Mortgage Specialist. Peggy has extensive knowledge in Community Programs and she is dedicated to making sure to educate seniors and their families on ALL the options available, so they can make the best decision for them and their family.
Peggy has earned the designation of CRMP (Certified Reverse Mortgage Professional) dedicated to upholding the highest Ethical and Professional Standards.
She has also earned the designation of Certified Senior Advisor, CSA ®, She graduated with a BA degree in Finance from Curry College and is a member of the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association.
Reach Peggy at 774-419-6680 or pwhalen@hhcp.org
NMLS#415028
Jay has over a decade of experience in the mortgage Industry. He has worked on the broker side of the business as well as being an Account Executive for a wholesale lender. His experience allows him to help the loan officers and the operations staff provide our clients with the best experience possible.
Jay enjoys just about every outdoor activity imaginable. He and his wife have 3 young children that always keep them on their toes.
Reach Jay at 774-419-2099 or jay@hhcp.org
Pearl began her mortgage career 16 years ago when Alain, owner and President of Direct Finance Corp, asked her to step in to the back office as the accountant. Alain and Pearl have been friends for several years and he thought her skill set would be a good fit to take over that aspect of Direct Finance.
Pearl is a retired CPA, has a degree in Business Management from UMass Boston, and holds a Master of Science in Taxation from Bentley College. Her experience as an accountant and CPA uniquely qualifies her for the highly anticipated transition to a nonprofit platform. The aspects of a non profit platform will open up opportunities to help people in the community which is highly important to her. Always wanting to help, but not having the additional time to dedicate to a non profit on a volunteer basis, this opportunity opens up that goal for her.
Pearl resides in Hull, Massachusetts and shares her home with her large breed dog.
Reach Pearl at 774-419-6676 or psomario@hhcp.org
Laurie joined Helping Hands in August of 2018 as Community Outreach Director which is has turned into a little HR a little PR some Executive Assistant work and a whole lot of event planning. Laurie has been in the event planning business for over 30 years and moved from Vermont to Boston 10 years ago. She is a Caterer, a Realtor, an Event Planner, a Certified Stager and was a Spa and Salon owner and the Boston Red Sox number one fan. Laurie is thrilled to have joined the fast paced world of Helping Hands Community Partners and believes strongly in their mission and culture.
Reach Laurie at 774-419-6662 or lroth@hhcp.org
Meet Frankie, our friendly Helping Hands Community Partners’ greeter and a true Southern Belle at heart. Born in Mississippi just three years ago, she was rescued shortly after to join our team. When Frankie isn’t welcoming our staff and visitors, she enjoys chasing squirrels, sniffing out the best new spots, and napping wherever (and whenever) she feels like it. Interested in learning everything you need to know about mortgages with Frankie as your study buddy? Call Helping Hands Community Partners at 781-878-5626.
A Rhode Island native, Harry did website and video work for Helping Hands for several years before coming on board full time in August 2018. He has worked in photography, graphics, writing, editing, animation, education, and overindulging rock stars. He holds degrees in Film and English from Syracuse University. He has been published in several national magazines, and he has over 200 television credits. He has lived and worked in Boston, Portland, and Los Angeles. He now lives in Onset with his wife Holly and too many cats. His favorite color is black.
Reach Harry at 401-236-6386 or harryh@hhcp.org
