Not many mortgage brokers have IMDb credits. But Peter Karlin isn’t your average mortgage expert. From the commodity trading floors of Goldman Sachs to the lights of Hollywood, he explored it all. Before he was helping families close on homes across New York and New Jersey, he was appearing on national TV, chasing the spotlight, and living the fast-paced dream.
Then he gave it all up—for something more real.
Today, Peter blends performance with purpose, guiding clients through one of life’s biggest milestones: homeownership. Fast, transparent, and tailored to real people—this is home financing, done differently.
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The Shift from Camera to Closings
Peter Karlin’s earlier career wasn’t in finance—it was on set. He made appearances in hit shows like Law & Order (1990), as well as Without a Trace (2002-2009), Hot Ice, No-one Is Safe (2010), and The Brooklyn Boys (2002), earning recognition for his charisma and confidence on screen.
But the glitz of television lacked something Peter valued: lasting impact. He didn’t want to just entertain people. He wanted to help them build something meaningful. That’s when his second act began.
The Move That Changed Everything
Peter left Los Angeles and moved to New York, trading in scripts and cameras for spreadsheets and closing documents. At first glance, mortgage lending may have seemed like an unlikely pivot. But to Peter, it made perfect sense. He saw how complex and intimidating home buying could be, especially for first-time buyers and immigrant families. And he knew he could make it better.
Over the next twelve years, Peter became one of the most respected names in the mortgage business—known not just for results, but for the way he builds trust.
Doing It Differently
Instead of working for a single bank with limited loan options, Peter chose independence. As a mortgage broker with GoRascal, he gained access to over 100 different lenders. This meant he could offer customized financing solutions that banks simply couldn’t.
From FHA loans for first-time buyers to Non-QM loans for the self-employed or nontraditional earners, Peter made it his mission to help people who didn’t fit the usual mold. Every client’s situation was different—and Peter built a process flexible enough to handle that.
Fast Closings, Honest Guidance
In a housing market as competitive as New York’s, speed matters. Peter and his team developed a system that routinely closes loans in just 15 to 20 days—well ahead of industry averages. But speed never comes at the cost of transparency.
His clients know exactly what they’re getting, with no hidden fees and no last-minute surprises. For Peter, trust is non-negotiable.
Helping Clients Across New York and New Jersey
Although Peter is based in Brooklyn, his reach extends throughout New York and New Jersey. Licensed in both states, he works with a wide range of clients—offering a digital-first approach that makes the mortgage process seamless and stress-free. Whether it’s a family buying their first home in Queens or an investor closing on a property in Jersey City, Peter brings the same level of care, communication, and commitment to every deal.
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Speaking the Language of Inclusion
One of the things that sets Peter apart is his commitment to serving diverse communities. He and his team offer support in English, Hindi, Bangla, Urdu, Arabic, Portuguese and Spanish—ensuring that every client can navigate the mortgage process in a language they fully understand.
This isn’t just a service—it’s part of Peter’s personal mission to make homeownership accessible, inclusive, and empowering.
Why He Still Shows Up Every Day
After more than a decade in the industry, Peter has built a reputation that speaks for itself. But for him, it’s never been about the number of deals closed—it’s about the lives changed. Every family that finds a home in Brooklyn, every entrepreneur who secures a Non-QM loan in New Jersey, every immigrant who buys their first property in a new place—that’s what drives him.
In a way, Peter is still a storyteller. Only now, the stories are real—and he’s helping his clients write their next chapter, one home at a time.
Find Peter
📍 185 Wythe Ave Suite A2, Brooklyn, NY 11249
📞 917-684-6123
