Dave Pennington is an amazing mortgage officer. Our realtor contacted him on short notice to help…read moreus close on a house 13 days after our initial contact, and he nailed it. The backstory is that we originally were working with a different mortgage officer for a different company, but she warned that we weren't going to be able to make the closing date. That freaked us out, and our realtor recommended we switch to Dave. I'm so glad she did, because Dave really stepped in and got things done, as soon as possible. It's like he had a fire lit under his butt and needed to move move move. We really appreciated that. He pushed us to get things turned around quickly, and he pushed everyone else involved in our transaction (especially the escrow company, which was having issues). On his own initiative he contacted the relevant parties (e.g., the escrow company, our financial advisor, our insurance agent) when things were unclear or when they needed to be pushed. And we were able to make our closing date with days to spare, with a solid mortgage at a very competitive interest rate. Dave took the time to explain the complexities and walk us through things, while also pushing things along and sending us reminders when we were forgetful. One thing I especially appreciated is that he acted as our advocate and gave us advice, rather than being tight-lipped and trying to cover his own butt. In other words, he acted as if he wanted us to get a loan and get the house, and his job was to help us make that happen, rather than trying to protect the bank from all possible risks and just make money for the bank. I recommend Dave most highly.

Seriously the best! Was able to get me a loan quickly and a great rate. He definitely stays on top…read moreof it and makes the process very easy. I have recommended him several times and everyone has had a great experience!

I didn't end up originating my mortgage through him, but I just had to come on here and say I…read moreHIGHLY recommend Drew Clemans for your mortgage origination needs. Throughout my entire home buying process Drew was generous with his time and expertise, literally every step of the way. His bio mentions that his approach is rooted in education, and that really came through in my experience. He took the time to make sure I understood what was happening and why, which made the whole process feel a lot less overwhelming. His advice was thoughtful and tailored to my situation, never generic or salesy. He knew I already had a lender but he was still willing to give him time and advice with no strings attached. He also connected me with a homeowners insurance agent who ended up getting me a much better policy than what I was originally planning to sign up for. That referral alone made a huge difference. Drew is the kind of person you want in your corner when you're navigating the home buying process. Knowledgeable, kind, and genuinely invested in helping people. I truly can't recommend him highly enough.

I worked with Drew as a first-time home buyer, and he honestly made the whole process so much…read moreeasier. I ask a ton of questions and tend to overthink, but he was patient the entire way through. He was quick to respond (even over text), always kept me updated, and made sure I actually understood what was happening at each step. Most importantly, he gets things done and is always on top of everything. If you're looking for a lender you can trust, especially if it's your first time buying, I definitely recommend Drew and the Transparent Mortgage team. They were great to work with.

Merry Cristiani at MortgageOne and her team are the best. Merry was there to listen to all my…read morequestions and I had many!Anything I needed she help me though the process Merry is great. If you thinking of buying a home or refinance Merry is just who you need. Thank you!! Merry Cristiani, her team and MortgageOne

Bad customer service. Never accessible by phone. Rude emails and service. No accountability.read more

Maureen was the guiding light through our entire home purchase experience. She knows this business…read moreinside and out and expertly led us through the mountains of work (and paperwork) it takes to close. We quickly found that she is smart, organized, and extremely prompt, and that we could trust her every step of the way. She was the hub and the strongest part of our team. Thank you, Maureen!

As a first time home buyer I was apprehensive about the whole process and totally clueless where to…read moreeven start. We just closed on our first house last week, and I feel SO FORTUNATE to have found Maureen!! She is a mastermind of the mortgage lending process! I don't think I've ever met someone who is so hardworking with such high standards. Even better, Maureen upholds the same high standards for every one else involved in the lending process (escrow company, lenders, realtors, etc.) and she is constantly 2 steps ahead and prepared for anything, with a back up plan "just in case" to ensure everything goes through seamlessly. As a first time homebuyer initially unfamiliar with the process, I now know I threw a couple curve balls and Maureen didn't even bat an eye. As if all that wasn't enough, I also had no idea where to start when looking for a good realtor. Maureen suggested a few she has worked with in the past that she thought were really good, and she did not disappoint. I ended up choosing Melissa Tucci as my realtor, who was just as amazing as Maureen, and the two of them working together turned into an unstoppable powerhouse that could move mountains and get a deal done! If you're looking for a mortgage broker who will take care of you like family and go above and beyond, look no further. You will not be disappointed!

Jesse and his team totally kick ass selling our house. Couldn't be more happy how easy it was with…read morehim. The only problem was I couldn't have him for our new house though... I'll just say not all Real Estate agents are created equal... Jesse is a real alpha, if you just let him do his thing and follow his direction y'all won't be disappointed. We had our buyer within a week of our listing going live and had several bids... in December at that... Thanks Jesse and the team at greenhouse Group -Matt/Cherie

My husband and I recently bought our first home, and we truly couldn't have done it without the…read moreincredible team at the Greenhouse Group. Our realtor, Craig, was amazing from start to finish. He helped us search for the right place and offered thoughtful, honest advice throughout the entire process. One thing we really appreciated was that we never once felt pressured to make a quick decision. Craig genuinely wanted us to find a home that we loved and that he himself would feel comfortable living in. He was also extremely diligent during the home inspection process, which gave us a lot of confidence and peace of mind. Craig went above and beyond in ways we never expected. He even took the time to make a YouTube video for my husband to show him how to handle a few DIY things around the house. On top of that, he had several hour-plus phone calls with my husband just to walk through the escrow process in detail and make sure we truly understood everything that was happening. That level of patience and dedication meant a lot to us. At one point Craig had even injured his foot, and despite that he still showed up to help us view homes. That kind of commitment really says a lot about the kind of person he is. We also want to give a huge shoutout to Jeremy, our mortgage officer. Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you can make, and Jeremy did an incredible job walking us through everything step by step. Our loan situation was a bit complicated in the beginning, but Jeremy gave us solid advice and helped us get to where we needed to be in less than a year. He always made sure we understood the financial side of things and felt comfortable with the decisions we were making. Jeremy also showed us that having a strong relationship with lenders and simply being a genuinely good, personable person who's easy to talk to can make a huge difference in getting a loan approved. On top of all his professional accolades and knowledge, he's someone who is approachable and easy to communicate with, which is honestly a rare quality and something that made this whole process so much smoother for us. What really stood out to us about this team is that they're not just a realtor group. They're a group of people who ended up becoming our friends throughout this journey. They made it clear that if we ever have questions down the road, they'll always be available to help, no matter how long it's been since we bought our home. That kind of long-term support means a lot. Overall, the entire team was incredibly helpful, communicative, and trustworthy. We always felt like they were truly in our corner. The constant communication between everyone meant we never went a day wondering where we were in the process. Even though we know they work with many clients, they made us feel like we were their only ones. We're so grateful for their support and guidance during such an important milestone in our lives. And when the time comes for us to buy or sell again in the future, there's no question -- this is the team we'll be working with.

Daniel helped me with my VA loan. He was very responsive and knowledgeable about the process. Would…read morework with him again.

As always Daniel and his team get it done! We had some major hurdles, and they worked hard on…read moregetting through them. Both Melissa and Daniel were very patient in answering all of our questions, and really doing right by us. This is our 2nd time using The Lehman Group, and will continue to use them in the future! 100% recommend Daniel and his team.

I have worked with Jake Towers and DG funding several times now, and I am very pleased with the…read moreproducts and services received. I have refi-ed with them, at least, 3 times now, and they have always helped me achieve my financing goals. I highly recommend Jake and DG.

They say don't worry, " we're the lender and the underwriter." 6 weeks after all requested…read moredocuments were submitted, no clear to close. The condescending/cavalier attitude is consistent throughout this organization. What they promote is radically different than what they deliver. We closed in 7.5 weeks for a rate 50 basis points above market. Exhausted, disappointed and frankly embarrassed that I allowed such incompetence to end up with my business. I trusted DG Funding with my time and treasure. They squandered both.

We had such a positive and smooth loan and escrow experience with Mark Luciani's team! Mark is…read morehands-down amazing. He's very professional and knowledgeable, and he took the time to answer all of our questions (even when we had questions after hours). After our dream condo went on the market on a Friday, we had a whirlwind experience of pre-approval/making an offer by Sunday. His efficiency and flexibility regarding working with us after hours is very likely the reason we were able to get our offer accepted on our first home. While being first-time homebuyers was a bit nerve-wracking, I felt absolutely confident that we had the best team in our corner. I highly recommend working with Mark and his America One Mortgage Group team for your purchase or re-fi! I know we will be going back when it is time for a re-fi. We are officially loyal customers due to his fantastic service!

This is what describes Mark and his team; very professional, thorough, responsive, friendly, follow…read morethrough Mark has helped me and my wife with several refinances and every time him and his team have shined

Alex Peters is not only knowledgeable and professional but also friendly, patient, accommodating,…read moresupportive and has integrity which is rare nowadays. Thank you, Alex for "holding our hands" from start to finish of our refinance process. We are truly grateful.

I had the pleasure of working with Bluefire Mortgage Group for my second home. At first, I was very…read morehesitant due to the number of lenders reaching out to me. Sam and Tiffany took care of so many situations that I did not anticipate. It was challenging to navigate through this years interest rate hikes. The team did their best to give me the best options and advised on how to proceed with gifts, loaning with a partner, and refi vs recast. Sam regularly called me to keep me up to date. This group works around the clock for their customers. A much better experience than with big banks. My real estate agent had nothing but great things to say about their execution and speed to close. Highly recommend their expertise.

I had a few opportunities recently to work with Carl Streicher. He helped my clients with their…read morehome loans. I have been a Realtor for 20 years and was extremely impressed by Carl's even keel and ability to get these loans done. Carl went out of his way to meet with one of my clients two times in Orange County to help collect her documents as she was not really familiar with doing things on the computer. Carl was also instrumental in helping me get offers accepted by talking to the listing agent and assuring them we could get the loan done in a timely fashion. In a world where many just rely on the computer--Carl really connects and that sets him apart from from many lenders out there today. Thanks Carl for your top notch service and communication.

Carl is the absolute best!! We have had 2 seamless home loans during this crazy pandemic time…read more Both went off without a hitch. Carl is awesome and I will definitely use him again!