Our Mortgage Loan Team

My name is Kristi Cawood. I am a lifelong native of Cleveland, TN and have been in the mortgage industry for over 25 years. With my extensive experience as a loan originator and a processor, I am familiar with all aspects of the loan process. I specialize in FHA, THDA, USDA, VA, and Conventional Financing. As a loan officer, my passion is making the process of obtaining a mortgage as simple as possible for my customers. I have three wonderful children and I enjoy spending time with family and friends. Whether you are looking to buy a new home, or simply wish to refinance your existing mortgage, I am ready, willing, and able to assist you every step of the way. I look forward to meeting you.

Blake McPherson was born and raised in Cleveland, TN and spent most of his childhood alongside his father who built custom homes of all shapes and sizes. After graduating from Bradley Central High School in 1994, he moved to Cookeville, TN and attended Tennessee Tech University, graduated in ’98 with a degree in Business Administration/Marketing. After spending several years in Atlanta and Nashville working in commercial and residential insurance, Blake decided to move back home to Cleveland. With 20+ years of sales and marketing experience, Blake brings a vast array of knowledge and insight while providing top-notch service to help match you with the perfect mortgage product to fit your individual financial needs. His primary goal is to make the mortgage process as easy and seamless as possible from start to finish. First time or seasoned mortgage applicants can rely on his integrity and ingenuity for a custom tailored smooth mortgage transaction. He eagerly accepts new challenges and would love to assist you down your road to home ownership. You’ll be happy you chose Blake and the Platinum Team. When he’s away from the office, Blake enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and son, whitewater paddling, hiking, and playing music.