Shannon Vance-Brunelli is a dedicated mortgage broker and loan officer with Empire Home Loans, proudly serving clients across Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, Texas, Colorado, California, and Arizona. With a deep passion for helping individuals and families achieve homeownership, Shannon takes a personalized and strategic approach to lending. She believes that every client deserves tailored solutions, competitive rates, and a seamless lending experience.
Shannon brings a unique background to the mortgage industry. With previous experience in nursing and nonprofit work, she has a strong foundation in service, care, and advocacy qualities that define her approach as a loan officer. She specializes in working with first-time homebuyers, self-employed borrowers, rural property financing, and manufactured home loans, ensuring her clients receive expert guidance in navigating their financing options.
Her journey in the mortgage industry stems from a commitment to community-focused lending. Shannon left retail lending to become a mortgage broker, recognizing that the broker model allows her to provide competitive rates, products, and more personalized service. As a preferred lender for manufactured home dealers, she has built strong relationships within the housing industry, ensuring that buyers have access to affordable and flexible financing solutions.
Beyond her work in lending, Shannon is deeply involved in the community. She is the founder of Horse Magic, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides equine-assisted therapy to teens struggling with anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation. She also speaks Spanish and has a special passion for helping the Hispanic community navigate the homebuying process with confidence.
When she is not securing home loans for her clients, Shannon enjoys spending time on her Idaho ranch with her horses, two Great Pyrenees dogs, and a growing flock of chickens. She loves cycling with her husband, camping, and embracing the rural lifestyle that she helps so many of her clients achieve.
If you are looking for a knowledgeable, compassionate, and dedicated mortgage broker who will go the extra mile to help you finance your dream home, Shannon Vance-Brunelli is your go-to expert.
Contact Shannon today to get started on your home loan journey!