First Continental - Our Management Team

Andy Perlman is uniquely qualified in understanding the needs and issues that are most important to First Continental Mortgage’s homebuyers and homebuilding partners having spent time in homebuilding operations as well as mortgage lending.

Originally from Houston, Andy attended college at the University of Texas, Austin, where he graduated with a degree in business administration.

Andy joined First Continental Mortgage (FCM) in 2003 to develop strategic business partnerships and joint ventures with home builders nationwide. Under Andy’s leadership and direction, the company added additional partnerships and continued to grow. Today he is Chief Executive Officer and continues to guide FCM as a nationwide mortgage lender.

Chris Johnston is a seasoned mortgage professional with over 25 years in the industry, emphasizing in new construction financing. With deep knowledge of the industry, he has provided financing to thousands of families over those 25 years. Chris is married to Alicia Johnston and has two children, George, and Jack. He is a proud father that stays active in his community through coaching athletics on his spare time as well as serving as an officer on numerous boards of directors. Chris holds a master’s degree from Washington State University and has been recognized as the 2016 Small Business Leader of the Year by the University Of Washington Milgard School of Business.

Licenses:

NMLS# 171253
Alabama MLO – 171253
Colorado MLO – 100528068
Georgia MLO – 171253
North Carolina – I-215978
Tennessee MLO – 171253
Texas RMLO – 171253
Washington License MLO – 171253

Cecil Pounds has been in the mortgage industry for over 25 years. Starting in Houston, Texas he began as a Loan Originator. Cecil grew up in Houston, Texas and went on to graduate with a Bachelor’s in Management from Texas State University. Much of Cecil’s career has been in upper management of the mortgage industry. Over the years, he has established long term relationships with many customers and it is always a pleasure to assist them in their dream of homeownership.

Now located in Austin, Texas, Cecil spends his time with wife Brette and sons Stratton and Hayes when he’s not working. He enjoys family time, playing golf, and saltwater fishing when he can.

Licenses:

NMLS# 326055
Alabama MLO – 326055
Colorado MLO – 100508674
North Carolina – I-215972
Tennessee MLO – 326055
Texas RMLO – 326055

Brad Snyder has passionately assisted home buyers and supported home builders since 1986. Now as a Senior Executive Vice President, he will provide leadership centered around caring for the needs of those he works with. He constantly seeks better ways to guide his teams in achieving their business goals, as well as looking for ways to better understand the borrowers’ unique needs. Originally from Nebraska, Brad attended the University of Nebraska, Kearny, where he majored in business administration. He is primarily motivated by his family and is supported by his wife, Bonda, and their two children, Taylor, and Braden. When not working he enjoys spending time with his family whether they’re hanging out at their home in Katy, Texas, or making memories traveling.

Licenses:
NMLS# 300124
Alabama MLO – 300124
Tennessee MLO – 300124
Texas RMLO – 300124