Guaranteed Rate, Inc. Announces the Hire of Ricardo H. Brasil as Senior Vice President of Mortgage Lending

BOSTON, Aug. 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Guaranteed Rate, Inc. is pleased to announce the hire of Ricardo H. Brasil as Senior Vice President of Mortgage Lending.  The addition of Brasil and his team to Guaranteed Rate continues the company's trend of growth and success.  Brasil, who has been originating mortgages since 2001, was one of the top 35 producers industry-wide in 2010 (Scotsman Guide).

"He works very hard and is very successful at age 33," said Guaranteed Rate, Inc. CEO Victor Ciardelli.

While working at the nation's two largest mortgage lenders over the past six and half years, Brasil's team consistently ranked in the top 0.5% nationally in terms of mortgage loan production.  

Regarding his recent move to Guaranteed Rate, Brasil said, "I'm excited that my team and I can continue to do what we do best—meet the needs of our clients and referral partners.  The lending landscape continues to change and since 2008 we have always been able to adapt well so that we are properly positioned to deliver for those who rely on us for their financing needs."

Brasil's consumer-focused approach is what has made him a forerunner in the industry.  As Ciardelli pointed out, "Ricardo's approach is right in line with GR's mission.  Having him on board is a significant asset for us."

Brasil and his team are based in Boston.

Headquartered in Chicago, Guaranteed Rate, Inc. is one of the largest independent mortgage lenders in the nation and is a full service lender, with more than 1,100 employees and over 60 offices nationwide.

SOURCE Guaranteed Rate, Inc.