Mortgage Banking

Mortgage Banker Karlee Mannes has nearly a decade of mortgage experience and is ready to help make your home happen. If you’re ready to build your dream home, Karlee can guide you through the construction loan process. She is a member of the REALTOR Association of the Sioux Empire, Homebuilders Association and Young Professionals Network. When not helping customers, Karlee enjoys spending time with her family.

As a First PREMIER Mortgage Banker, Dez works with customers from the area to make the mortgage process as easy and efficient as possible. He brings effective communication and technical skills and more than 20 years of business experience to the First PREMIER team. Dez is also an active volunteer in the community.

Steven is a Mortgage Banker at our Madison, SD location. He has more than 20 years of banking experience and solid understanding of the Madison housing market. He is a member of the South Dakota Retailer’s Association and the Greater Madison Area Chamber of Commerce.

Cory, a First PREMIER Mortgage Banker, is making homes happen for individuals, couples, and families. He passionately serves the community as the Treasurer for Voices Against Cancer. Cory also serves on the Realtors Association Financial Committee and is an Ambassador for the Tea Chamber of Commerce.

Jason brings 25 years of mortgage experience to his role as a Mortgage Banker at First PREMIER. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, upgrading or building your dream home, Jason can help find a financing option that works for you. Jason moved from the Okoboji lakes area to Sioux Falls, where he loves life with his family and dogs. Reach out to Jason today—your new home is waiting!

As VP, Mortgage Banking Manager, Angela leads a team of lenders, processors and underwriters who make homes happen. Angela has 21+ years of experience in the financial industry and gives her time as a volunteer for boards and committees like Mortgage Banking Regulations, South Dakota Symphony, SDSO EDI and the RASE Finance Committee..