Buying my first home in Los Angeles was one of the most exciting yet stressful chapters of my life. After searching Yelp for the best mortgage broker, I found Bill Rayman, read his glowing reviews, and decided to reach out. From our very first conversation, I knew I was in the hands of a true professional -- someone who not only understands the mortgage process inside and out, but also genuinely cares about his clients. We faced several unexpected challenges from the seller's side, but Bill navigated every hurdle with calm confidence and creative problem-solving. He has a rare ability to make a complex, high-stakes process feel smooth and painless. Bill's professionalism is matched only by his human qualities -- patience, kindness, and an unwavering dedication to his clients' success. What impressed me most was his resourcefulness. Bill sees solutions where others see roadblocks. He explored multiple strategies to ensure I got the best possible loan, always explaining each step clearly and making sure I felt informed and comfortable. He was responsive, attentive, and proactive, often checking in before I even had to ask. In the end, I not only closed on my dream home, but did so with complete confidence in every decision -- thanks to Bill's guidance. He's the kind of person who turns what could be a stressful journey into a positive, even enjoyable experience. If you're buying a home -- especially if it's your first -- I cannot recommend Bill Rayman enough. He's not just a mortgage broker; he's a trusted partner who will go above and beyond to make sure you succeed. read more

It's been such a pleasure working with Bill Rayman. He goes out of his way to make sure the clients are well taken care of. He is very knowledgeable, punctual, and kind. I will definitely continue working with him. read more

We started our search for our first home on Yelp while looking for the best local mortgage lender, which led us to Bill. It's only appropriate that I return a short ~2 months later to say how thankful we are to Bill and his team now that we're in the process of moving into our first home. From the start, Bill understood how new we were to the process and took his time to walk us through every step along the way, answering our questions (many of which we asked several times) and guiding us forward. Bill was always patient, supportive and attentive with timely replies to all of our questions. The process takes a lot of trust from the buyer, and along the way I put my trust in Bill and his team, and when it was all said and done we landed EXACTLY where we wanted to be from the get go. I'd expect nothing less from a man who wrote the book on buying a house. Literally, he wrote a book on it! There's only one name that'll come to mind when someone asks if I know a good lender, and it'll be Bill Rayman. read more

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We couldn't have gotten a loan for our house without Bill, we are so grateful we met him. When my spouse and I started exploring buying a house with a Westside realtor (Sierus Erdelyi, who is also great), we didn't qualify for a conventional loan. Sierus recommended Bill, saying Bill can solve any problems. After talking to two other lenders, it was clear right away Bill was different. He immediately thought of several creative ways to leverage assets that other lenders did not mention at all. He recommended us to a great lawyer and checked in periodically. After our assets were straightened out, Bill advised us on what we needed to do to qualify for a loan. Sure enough, things proceeded smoothly and he was able to help us qualify. At that point, our previous lenders found out we were looking for a mortgage and gave us a competitive rate. We didn't want to drop Bill as there was no way we could have gotten this far without him. So I let Bill know we were looking for a shorter-term rate, and he was able to match it through a different bank. Bill is the most clever lender we've had the pleasure to work with. I couldn't recommend him enough for tougher loans, he truly enjoys a puzzle! read more

Looking forward to helping Bill from Montana! Bill is looking out for his client's family members and that is an amazing trait for a person in the lending business. Thanks for reaching out to me at Stockman Bank in Great Falls. I appreciate you calling and trusting me with your friends. I promise to do my best to make things "smooth sailing" read more

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Bill was amazing to work with! He was super quick with our refi and also spent the time to explain everything throughly so I understood since mortgage and finances aren't really my thing! :) He got us the best rate and was so helpful with each step along the way! He is a MUST to work with. read more

Bill is the most knowledgeable and honest person in this business, hands down. We had an issue recently where we struggled with a home purchase and without me being his client, Bill still helped me with some of the basics and navigation on the issue. Thank you Bill, you're truly a diamond in this haystack of needles! read more

I'm so glad I was able to refi with Bill. It was actually pretty easy once I went over all the numbers with Bill. All my docs were uploaded via the web and everything was signed electronically so I never left my home! I had a few questions once things got rolling but Bill answered all my questions promptly. Now I'm set to finish paying my mortgage of right at retirement time so it all works out perfect! Thanks Bill. read more

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Bill is the best mortgage broker one could ask for. Upon our very first conversation about real estate as a first time home buyer, bill deeply listened to my perspective, professionally assessed my position, gave me an enriching education on real estate financing, and guided me through an in depth, custom tailored strategy for the right plan moving forward. One conversation with Bill felt like gaining the knowledge of an entire book (which Bill has also published!) I can't wait to keep working with Bill and I can't recommend him enough! read more

Bill Rayman = Incomparable. Several years ago when we needed to refinance my mother-in-law's house to be able to keep her in there, Bill went nine yards and beyond to make sure it happened. I doubt anyone could have accomplished what he did. There is no one to use but Bill Rayman. read more

Before contacting Bill, I had applied for mortgage refinance with Zillow Home Loans, Quicken Loans/Rocket Mortgage, Loan Depot, Bank of America, and couple of other big-name lenders, and was either declined or offered a rate that was too high; not because of any credit issues but because my mortgage refinance would require 'a lot of paperwork' since due to the nature of my work, I had over 40 W2s and 1099s as proof of income. Bill took on the challenge and not only got me the best possible rate through the lender he works with but also at a very reasonable cost. He stayed on top of the entire process and was available to me whenever I had a question. Bill is very experienced, very knowledgeable, easy to deal with, and an extremely honorable and pleasant person to work with. It was very obvious to me that he enjoys his work and does it well. He explained me the entire process in detail and educated me on things I did not know. I would definitely contact Bill again for any future home mortgage needs. I wish I had found him earlier. Thank you, Bill! read more

Bill is a total pro and veteran of the mortgage game. New homeowners? Seasoned buyer? Bill is your guy. Do not hesitate to reach out to him. Efficient, Kind, Knowledgeable, and GOOD at what he does. There are lenders everywhere these days, but they are not all created equal. Take it form someone who refers his own clients to Bill and works with dozens of Loan officers weekly. Bill's experience and knowledge is worth its weight in Gold. If you are looking for a lender for any reason, you should call Bill and give him a shot. I promise you wont be disappointed. read more

Working with Bill is such a peace of mind that you get someone 100% in your corner, who takes the time to explain the intricacies of the many available loan options, and analyze which option is best for your specific circumstances. Bill is the consummate professional - with solid background in the industry and the patience of a saint, he is transparent, efficient and very thorough in adhering to the tight pre-escrow and escrow timing. I have full confidence in Bill and his team, and plan on turning to him in the future when the need arises. Bill is easy to reach, very responsive, and explains this complex material in plain English. You will not regret working with Bill Rayman! read more

After Bank of America promised me I would be approved based off of my credit score and income, they denied me because I only had a year and a half of payments on my trade lines. Thankfully I found Bill, who explained everything clearly, and worked tirelessly to figure out how to get my funding. My case was not simple because my income is largely based off of commission and bonuses, but Bill is an expert and new exactly what to do in order to get my loan. Do yourselves a favor and go with an expert when it comes to your mortgage. Don't leave it in the hands of a huge corporation that doesn't care about you or your family! My wife, our dog, and I are now happily settled in to our first home! Thanks Bill! read more

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I am in the infancy stage of assessing and researching the best approach for buying my first home. I connected with Bill recently after some research online after I found some of his youtube videos online. Buying your first home is a daunting task and I would like to arm myself with as much insight and knowledge to set myself up for success. I'm so very happy I found Bill.. we set up a call and we spoke for over an hour. I found him to be very patient and generous with his time and knowledge. Bill gave me a lot of options and approaches I could possibly take, some of which were outside the box which are new considerations for me. He has set me on the path to get everything in order and once the time is right I look forward to working with him on securing the best mortgage for me in the not too distant future. read more

Bill is an expert in the loan industry, he is an honest professional, and he is very generous with his time. He's seen it all and knows how to deal with complex circumstances. I would recommend Bill all day long. read more

We just got our new home with the support of Bill and his team. With great experience & expertise, and thorough & professional communications, Bill, and team helped bring us a smooth process and a satisfying deal. We would love to highlight Bill's resources and his persistent effort to make things happen. We also super appreciated his patience and expertise to answer our questions and to address our concerns. read more

I don't review much but I had to give a shout out to Bill for how awesome and helpful he was. He is extremely knowledgeable and super friendly. Just a great experience overall. He explained everything so clearly and made it super easy to comprehend. He is great at communicating and extremely responsive and makes sure all your questions are answered. I will definitely return to Bill for anything mortgage related and will continue referring my friends and family to him. read more

I could not have asked for a better mortgage broker to work with than Bill for my home purchase. One of the best things about him is his ability to listen and offer creative solutions that are tailored to your situation. He proactively helped me understand the home buying process and actually REACHED OUT TO ME multiple times as he came up with new ideas on how to tackle my situation. He took my calls, didn't make me feel rushed, asked great questions, allowed me to ask as many questions as I wanted, and overall cared about the outcome of what I was looking for. He treated me like a close friend in terms of finding the best solution for me and was honest about every part of the process. I've learned so much from him and have recommended him to everyone I know who is looking to buy. He is definitely going to be the first person I call for my next purchase! read more

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Bill is the best! Here's why: 1. He'll make every effort to get in touch with you, no matter your schedule. Once you say you want to work with Bill, he truly starts working for you. 2. He'll answer all your questions. Bill teaches about each step in the process, whether mortgage or refinance. By making the process understandable and accessible, he empowers decision making. 3. He'll make it work. Negotiation is part of the job and he'll work to make sure you're satisfied. 4. He's kind. Every interaction -- phone, email, in person -- makes it clear he sees you. 5. He knows the business. He can explain trends, timing, and options. He's also willing to use his Rolodex to provide even more options. I worked with Bill on my mortgage and then refinance. I recommended him to friends who worked with him after after I explained how positive and helpful he is. My realtor -- who is tenacious and detail-oriented -- worked with Bill after my purchased closed. He knows mortgages and people and he's driven to do his best on both fronts. Call Bill! read more

Bill has been super insightful, professional and patient. As a first time home buyer (with loads of questions), Bill took the time to address all my questions and come up with recommendations and suggestions. Thank you Bill! read more

I've worked with Bill on a few occasions. Bill is responsive, thorough and efficient. He knows his stuff. Highly recommended! read more

Bill went above and beyond in shepherding me through my mortgage process. It was a tricky one, and he really delivered and championed my application. His help was invaluable, and I highly recommend him. read more

I called Bill to request a mortgage quote and while he seemed knowledgeable, he talked at me and bragged about how well his business was doing instead of asking me what my goals are. I was transparent and let him know I was rate shopping. Instead of answering my question he stated I'd always be able to find a lower rate. It is always a red flag to me when someone tries to discourage you from rate shopping as it's the only way to know you're getting the best deal. I persisted to ask what rates he had available and he at least provided me with a couple rates and closing costs. Since they were higher than I found elsewhere I let him know that and thanked him for his time. He then abruptly hung up on me. Don't really understand his good reviews since both his rates and service leave much to be desired. read more

Bill Rayman is extraordinary, even though we ended up not using him. When we first spoke, he listened carefully and decided that our best option was not to use him and recommended us to a reverse mortgage broker (who was also great). He could have easily not done that. After learning more about reverse mortgages, we decided to go the conventional route but ended up working with another broker / friend that we've known for many years. Even then, at the last minute, we asked Bill to also give us a quote. He remembered us and turned around a quote the same day. Even thoguh his quote was somewhat cheaper, we decided to stick with our longtime friend. Nevertheless, if I ever was in the need of a mortgage broker, I would not hesitate to recommend him. Honorable with much integrity. You can't go wrong. read more

Bill Rayman has one strategy: Get the winning bid. And he delivers, big time. He'll help you put together a competitive offer, while making sure you're offering within your means. As first time home-buyers, we had a lot of questions, and Bill helped allay our concerns and answer our questions at each stage in the process. In this competitive market, you hear a lot of stories about buyers losing bid after bid on house after house before finally making a winning offer. My wife and I had never made an offer on a house in our lives, and thanks to Bill we are now writing this review in the living room of the first house we ever bid on. I still can't believe it. Thanks Bill. read more

Bill was recommended to me by a mentor in my industry, someone I really look up to. I was extremely green, having never bought or shopped for a home before. While I think of myself as an extremely bright woman, I have a hard time grasping these dull-making concepts involved with financing. Talking to Bill was like having a family member who works in the field-- he has a way of understanding the depth of my ignorance and how to overcome it with patient explanation. Repeating, if necessary, the same lesson a month later. Speaking of patience: My house search lasted for over a year and his involvement might have been a year and half. Over the course of that time, we must have spent HOURS on the phone. The market being at the height of insanity, the situation was constantly changing. I repeatedly adjusted my expectations of what I could get and what we would need to spend. Each time my husband and I liked a house enough to bid on, there was a frenzied need to talk to Bill to find out if I could manage that mortgage. The game kept changing on us and, in turn, on Bill. Bill gave us the same time and energy on the 5th and final bid as the first, which was critical to our eventual success. Bill uses his own company to get the mortgage in most cases. (He also brokers certain types of mortgages his company can't provide from other banks.) While he gets competitive rates, he's able to make the qualification process about as smooth and fast as possible. My husband and I work in the entertainment industry, which can be a nightmare for mortgage qualification purposes. When we finally found our house, both of us happened to be in between projects. The market being what it is, we couldn't chose when we would finally find THE ONE. Bill and his company understand the nature of the gig-based entertainment industry and have methods that can work around what would be "issues" for big banks. That's reason enough to call him if you're in a similar position. He's resourceful. For example when I needed a rush job on our income taxes during the tax season crunch time, he called in a favor with an experienced friend who helped us out quickly and professionally. Bill is a problem solver who works long hours to give his clients personal attention. He starts his days later and is available to chat into the night. So if you're working all day, he's available when you get home from work to answer questions. No question is too dumb--believe me, I tested. Also Bill has two beautiful windhounds- If you're lucky enough to become a VIP client like me you might meet them! read more

I wanted to lower my monthly mortgage bill (1st and 2nd loan) and consolidate an outstanding debt into one payment. I was referred to Bill and he was able to help me refinance my property and alleviate my outstanding debt. I don't feel "under water" anymore thanks to Bill. He even created a financial strategy that allows me to keep a low interest rate. I feel like I have a "fresh start" and I am so thankful to Bill and Jason, who referred me to Bill. Thank you, Bill. I am so appreciative!!! read more

Bill is one of the last true professionals. We had the pleasure of speaking with him as were were starting to get educated on home buying and mortgage types. He was extremely patient and gave us a full class on what to expect, how it all works, how the fees split out, and really exemplified the above and beyond for us. We explained that we were still early, so we were out of touch for a bit. When we finally were ready, Bill was already slammed with the market being packed. He knew the area we were looking and referred us to another fantastic human who has been nothing but a dream to work with. They say "you are the company you keep" and Bill has surrounded himself with the best. If you can find him, maybe you can hire... The Rayman. read more

Ditch everything you know about lenders. Bill is the most knowledgeable person to speak to about getting the home you want, the loan you deserve, and most importantly, bidding strategy. Bill is a closer. He reached out to the seller's agent and talked me up with his East Coast charm. Before you lock in an agent, speak to Bill first and see what you can get pre-approved for your home. I've already sent two friends his way. read more

Bill is amazing, even from a first call he spent the time to really explain all the different parts of a mortgage as well as his approach to working with the realtor and buyer to work towards the bids. I will definitely be referring him to others in the future. read more

Amazing amazing. I have an S Corp and both my financial adviser and accountant recommended I use a mortgage broker to get a mortgage loan. Bill came highly recommended from my (amazing) accountant who owns a few properties, and I can see why. Bill not only made the mortgage loan process easy and stress free for us, he always explained everything, at all hours of the day and night. By the time we pulled the trigger on a house, he felt like a part of the family. Bill knows his stuff makes it happen! Highly recommend. read more

My wife and I recently started looking into purchasing a place. We fell in love with the 2nd place we looked at and weren't necessarily ready to start the paperwork. Our agent recommended Bill with Guaranteed Rate on the spot. By that night, Bill supplied us with a pre-approval letter and before we knew it, the sellers accepted our offer. The next step was to provide Bill and his team with all of our paperwork. During the entire process Bill and his team were very professional, detailed what was needed at each step, and helped us secure a jumbo-loan rather quickly. The only delay in our process was that we agreed to a very long escrow. As with other lenders, its not just one person putting your documents together. Be prepared to answer some questions more than once as your paperwork goes through the machine. But do not worry as his team is doing all that they can to make you look good for their underwriter. I highly recommend working with Bill and Guaranteed Rate as they make the process extremely painless! read more

Bill was the first person we spoke to when we were shopping around for a home loan. We called him at 10 pm and he spent over an hour talking to us, explaining options and advising. In the end, we ended up going with a different company who's rates were exactly the same. The only difference was that we had a history with them. In the middle of the process with the other company, I reached out to Bill a second time because I wasn't getting the proper explanation from them. Bill promptly responded, looked over the docs and explained the situation in a way we understood. He helped us without expecting anything. Just sincerely wanted to help. I highly recommend Bill Rayman. We will definitely be using him for our next purchase or refi! read more

My husband and I were first time home buyers knowing nothing about how loans work. We found Bill on Yelp and seeing his great reviews decided to give him a call. That was one of the best decisions we made during our home-buying process. Bill is very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain every detail of the process. Although we were not his clients, he still offered his time to help us throughout the process of getting a loan. Having Bill's help made us feel less nervous and confused about the whole process. We are really grateful that we found Bill, and thank him greatly for taking his time to help us. Highly recommend to him to anyone looking to purchase a home and need a loan. The most honest and professional person in the business. read more

Bill eventually called me after I took my complaint to a higher level and we have reached an agreement that rectified the situation.

Reached out to Bill during home purchase process - it can be tricky to connect with lender outside of business hours, but he was available to go through the options over the phone at 11pm! He took time to walk through all the options and help me understand them. We are still in the process, so I can't speak to the other parts of the loan process, but wanted to say that I appreciated how thoughtful Bill was as we talked through the options! read more

I have done two refinances with Bill. He got me the best rate ever on the last refi. Bill contacted and let me know that the rates were the lowest ever and secured a great deal for me lowering my monthly payment by almost $500. I highly recommend Bill for your mortgage needs. read more

Bill was excellent! He made everything easy for me and had so much patience! Always returned my calls, went at my own pace and got me everything I wanted! I highly recommend him!!! read more

Bill really has your best interest in mind and wants you to get the best rate. He is knowledgeable and honest. He takes the time to answer all your questions and breaks down information clearly. read more