Derek Parent, VP of Lending of The Parent Team at CrossCountry Mortgage, is a seasoned mortgage professional who is passionate about making a difference in his community. Derek brings his unparalleled expertise and twenty plus years of experience to his clients, who include first-time home buyers and local heroes such as the valley’s beloved veterans, police, firefighters, teachers, and medical workers. A true innovator, he was the original mortgage lender who brought conventional financing for high-rise condos to the Las Vegas strip and filling an industry need. As a dedicated member of the Las Vegas business community, Parent is committed to supporting the rapid growth and development of Southern Nevada by partnering with businesses to offer their employees a $2,198 credit toward their home purchase or refinance as a FREE employee benefit at no cost to the company.