Meet the Team

A Florida-based mortgage team helping buyers, homeowners, investors, and referral partners get clear guidance and practical loan options.


Mortgage guidance with real people behind it

Every borrower’s situation is different. Our team helps clients compare loan options, understand the numbers, and move through the mortgage process with clear communication from start to finish. Whether you are buying a primary home, relocating to Florida, self-employed, using VA benefits, investing, or just trying to understand what is possible, we are here to help you think through the next step.

Meet Our Loan Officers

Licensed mortgage professionals helping Florida buyers, homeowners, investors, and referral partners with practical mortgage guidance.

Tim Lyons

I help Florida buyers, homeowners, investors, and self-employed borrowers compare mortgage options and understand the numbers clearly. My goal is to give practical guidance and help each client move forward with confidence.

Branch Manager

NMLS #2182927

Nola Lyons

Nola helps Florida buyers and relocating clients feel more prepared, organized, and comfortable throughout the mortgage process. She brings a calm, practical approach to client support and helps make the experience easier for borrowers, referral partners, and families planning a move to Florida.

Florida Mortgage Broker

NMLS# 2182969

Ray Cassano

Ray helps buyers, homeowners, investors, and referral partners think through mortgage options with the perspective of both a licensed mortgage professional and experienced real estate broker. He brings practical guidance, strong market knowledge, and steady communication to each client relationship.

Florida Mortgage Broker

NMLS# 2613149

Irit Pillo

Irit helps Florida buyers and homeowners understand their mortgage options with clear guidance and thoughtful support. Her focus is making the process feel organized, understandable, and manageable from start to finish.

Florida Mortgage Broker 

NMLS# 2783713

Assunta Zaghet

Assunta helps Florida buyers and homeowners think through mortgage options with steady communication and practical guidance. Her focus is helping clients feel informed, comfortable, and prepared for the next step.

Florida Mortgage Broker

NMLS# 2836324

Contact Info

Pioneer Gulf Coast

6901 Professional PKY E, Sarasota, Florida 34240

941-390-6473

[email protected]

All loan approvals are conditional, not guaranteed, and subject to lender review of all information. A loan is conditionally approved when the lender has issued an approval in writing, but until all conditions are met, a loan cannot be funded. Specified rates may not be available for all borrowers. Rate subject to change with market conditions. Pioneer Mortgage Funding, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Mortgage Broker headquartered in Tampa, Florida. This licensee is performing acts for which a mortgage broker license is required. Pioneer Mortgage Funding, Inc is licensed by the Florida Office of Financial Regulation, NMLS# 1936558. Pioneer Mortgage Funding, Inc. is approved to originate Conventional, FHA, VA, and USDA loans, and has the ability to broker such loans to Conventional, FHA, VA, and USDA approved lenders. Pioneer Mortgage Funding, Inc. is not acting on behalf of or at the direction of HUD/FHA or the VA.