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About Us

Elena Russell (pFP, FMA, CFDS)

Founder / Team Lead

Licensed Mortgage Associate and Lead Planner. With over 20 years of experience in financial planning and a passion for teaching, I am thrilled to lead this incredible team.

Elena Russell – Expert in Personalized Mortgage Solutions

Emphasizing 40+ lenders, mortgage expertise, and Chartered Financial Divorce Specialist

Elena Russell has been a dedicated mortgage professional for more than 25 years, committed to helping Canadians achieve financial stability, homeownership, and long-term wealth. As Senior Mortgage Broker and Team Lead at Fast Track Mortgages, she brings a rare combination of expertise, heart, and strategic financial insight to every client interaction.

What Makes Elena Unique

Personal Financial Planner
Chartered Financial Divorce Specialist
Financial Management Advisor

With more than 25 years of experience in complex financial planning, credit structuring, and both residential and commercial lending, Elena Russell is recognized as one of Canada’s top mortgage and financial strategy professionals.

Her career includes award-winning achievements with TD Canada Trust and RBC Royal Bank, where she excelled as a Senior Financial Planner. Elena’s deep expertise and client-focused approach have positioned her as a top-performing Mortgage Broker with Mortgage Architects, consistently ranking among the best in the country.

She is a two-time award recipient from the Alberta Mortgage Brokers Association in the category of Business Development, and is ranked Top 10 in Canada and Top 3 in Edmonton & Area on the Rate My Agent platform.

Elena brings a holistic, analytical, and highly personalized approach to every client file — ensuring tailored solutions for families, individuals, and business owners.

Who Elena Helps

Elena is known for helping Canadians at every life stage:

  • First-time home buyers
  • Seniors 55+
  • Families and professionals
  • New-to-Canada immigrants
  • Real estate investors
  • People experiencing divorce or separation

Elena's Philosophy

Elena perceives that mortgages are far more than an interest rate; they are a financial tool carved for your future. Her practice is based on clarity, honesty, and personalization.

Clients describe her as:

  • Repose
  • Compassionate
  • Highly knowledgeable
  • Extremely detail-oriented
  • An advocate and educator

Elena brings the best of both worlds together: the experience of a seasoned banking professional and the freedom of a modern mortgage broker able to craft solutions without limitation.

We Believe Your Journey Matters

Fast Track Mortgages takes the complexity out of home financing, offering expert guidance and personalized solutions at every stage. Whether you're a first-time buyer or renewing your mortgage, our process is built to be smooth, transparent, and stress-free.

400+

Mortage experts

25+

Years experience

Line of Business

Fast Track Mortgages is a full-service mortgage brokerage based in Alberta, proudly operating under Mortgage Architects .
Team Tara Borle Our team includes licensed mortgage brokers across Canada, offering national coverage and localized expertise.

What We Offer

We provide clients with access to over 57 lenders nationwide, ensuring tailored lending solutions for every financial situation.
Our lender network includes:

  • The Big Six Canadian Banks
  • Monoline lenders
  • Credit unions
  • Alternative lenders
  • Private lenders

Whether clients need traditional mortgages, refinancing, credit recovery solutions, investment property financing, or specialized lending structures, we deliver solutions for all home financing needs.

Target Audience

We proudly serve a diverse and growing client base:

  • Professionals in their late 20s and beyond
  • New-to-Canada immigrants
  • Older Canadians aged 55+
  • Commercial financing clients
  • Real estate investors
  • Clients requiring credit restructuring
  • Individuals managing property division during divorce

Core Message (Why Work With Us)

We handle all the heavy lifting of home financing—researching, comparing, and securing the most suitable mortgage solutions based on your unique needs. Our role is to simplify the process, protect your best interests, and ensure you receive clear, confident guidance from start to finish.

Elena Russell (pFP, FMA, CFDS)

Founder

Licensed Mortgage Associate and Lead Planner. With over 20 years of experience in financial planning and a passion for teaching, I am thrilled to lead this incredible team.