Kelvin and Danny are masters of this process. Thorough and efficient. Had our loan closed 20+ days…read moreearly. He got everything at once, spent time with us to get all docs and then submitted all at one time. Last loan I did, lender asked for same docs over and over. Messy, discombobulated, opposite of thorough. Kelvin and his team were the exact opposite of that. I have never had anything so stressful be so EASY. Please call them if you are thinking about a purchase, a refi or anything as I just don't think you can do better.

Kelvin is great! Helped us get our loan and was really detailed and easy to deal with. He knew what…read morehe was doing and made it seamless. Will definitely look for Kelvin again!

Julie Aragon and her team are simply exceptional. I've had the opportunity to work with Julie on…read moremultiple transactions, and every single time I walk away impressed, not just by the results, but by how she gets there. Her professionalism is top-tier, but what really sets her apart is the way she builds relationships. Julie brings a rare mix of creativity, energy, and genuine care to her clients. People don't just feel "handled"...they feel understood, supported, and confidently guided through what can be a very complex process. She's honest, communicative, and relentlessly hardworking. You always know where things stand, and you always feel like you have a true advocate in your corner. If you're a first-time buyer, especially, Julie is a no-brainer. She has the ability to simplify the process, remove the stress, and actually make it an enjoyable experience.

Julie and her team are hands down the best. From the very beginning, they were incredibly…read moreresponsive, easy to approach, and made us feel completely comfortable discussing our budget and finances. There were many times we felt like we were asking "silly" questions because of all the mortgage jargon, but her team always took the time to explain everything clearly and made the process feel simple. Beyond their great communication, Julie guided us through a fast 21-day escrow that successfully closed--something we truly appreciated. This team doesn't mess around; they genuinely work in your best interest and go above and beyond to get the best outcome. Even after closing on our home, Julie continues to be just as responsive and helpful, answering our questions and proactively guiding us as we start thinking about refinancing. The Aragon Lending Team is always three steps ahead. It was such a pleasure working with this team during one of the biggest milestones of our lives. Thank you all so much!

5 STARS ALL THE WAY!!…read more Thank you Neil Sokoler and Fidelity!! You'll never really understand how much I appreciate you! After losing my mom so suddenly and being left with so much responsibility, you were there for me at the lowest time in my life emotionally. Being able to get financed so smoothly and totally stress free with you was a real load off my shoulders. I appreciate you! I recommend this all-star team 100%!!!

Got a commercial mortgage loan from Neil Sokoler; very professional, courteous and pleasant to work…read morewith; the process was easy, and they appeared to be honest and forthright. Would use them again. Neil was fantastic to work with, and explained every step of the process. Closing occurred on schedule and funding was 4 days later. Will use them again.

Buying my first home in Los Angeles was one of the most exciting yet stressful chapters of my life…read more 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.

He wrote a paragraph as comment to my review that his senior executive called me and explained to…read moreme. Yes, he does. He apologized for what Bill and his assistant did!!! Again, I always appreciate transparency and being honest in every bussiness and every stage. If you are a person like me, I advice you to avoid them.

Working with Scott Price was an amazing experience. Scott sold my townhouse in Santa Monica for 10%…read moreover the asking price in only a few days on the market. I honestly couldn't believe the transformation he made to the unit before listing it. Scott has a true artistic eye and knows exactly where to invest money to maximize ROI without wasting time or money on unnecessary repairs. Every improvement he recommended made a huge impact, and the final result exceeded my expectations. Scott is smart, creative, hands-on, and incredibly effective. I'm very grateful for everything he did and look forward to working with him again soon!

I can't say enough great things about my real estate agent, Scott Price. My Ocean Park Santa Monica…read moretownhouse had been rented for 9 years, and when the tenant finally vacated, the property was in rough condition. What initially felt overwhelming became completely manageable thanks to Scott's vision, guidance, and hands-on involvement throughout the entire process. Scott didn't just list the property; he curated the complete transformation of the unit before it went on the market. He helped oversee every detail, including installing beautiful sheer curtains, replacing outdated doorknobs, upgrading every old coffee-colored outlet to clean modern white Decora outlets throughout, selecting and installing 12 new light fixtures, coordinating all new paint, updating the bathrooms with new vanities, faucets, and mirrors, and replacing all of the carpet. The end result was stunning and completely transformed the feel of the home. Most importantly, Scott's strategy and execution delivered incredible results. We received an offer for $101,000 over asking price after just 6 days on the market, and we closed escrow only three weeks later. Truly remarkable, especially in what many would consider a challenging market. Scott is thoughtful, detail-oriented, hardworking, and exceptionally knowledgeable. I'm incredibly grateful for his expertise and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone looking to buy or sell property in Santa Monica.

Had done two separate job's for Ely Sean (Shahram Elyaszadeh) at a property he manage's at…read more1151-1157 Berkeley in Santa Monica. This guy will not pay his bills and / or his office will not pay his bills. The secretary Betty give's us the run around over and over again. It took six months of billing and phone calls to his office to finally get one check. It's been seven months of billing and phone calls for the other invoice and HE WILL NOT RESPOND. It's so irritating to work for someone in good faith and not get paid. If he won't honestly pay his bill's, I can't imagine his honesty, integrity or issues of trust as a real estate agent or management. If you are considering using him or his team, it's a pass. No integrity here folks-

I am a Realtor and not affiliated with Mortgage Bankers and Sean Ely. I was introduced to Sean Ely…read morethrough my Client. Sean was able to close a loan for my Client that all other Lenders had declined. Sean and his team are the only reason my client was able to purchase his home. Sean and his team were truly professional and easy to work with, they went above and beyond to help my Client to obtain a loan. I am truly thankful to Sean for making this loan happen and I look forward to doing more business with him in the future.

Ray is amazing! Honestly, I generally don't even like real estate agents…read more.. Ray deserves 6 stars. I couldn't be his client because I was looking for a leasing agent and his firm doesn't provide the service. Regardless, he took so much time and care to educate me on the LA market and helping guide me in a meaningful way. If I am ever in need of the Realty services he offers, I will immediately contact him. My future self will be thankful to him for getting to save the time on searching.

Ray Lyon has to be the most spectacular realtor anyone could ever hope for. We had interviewed…read moreseveral realtors in the West LA area to help sell our family home while we were quite a distance away. At our initial meeting we could tell that Ray was a straight shooter, insanely knowledgeable on all things real estate with deep expertise regarding the Westside and how to achieve the ideal outcome beyond all expectations. We put our trust in Ray, followed his guidance every step of the way and WOW the results were exceptional ! Ray made what could have been a very challenging process a simply amazing experience. We needed painting done, yup, he took care of that well below what it would have cost us, needed a plumber, yup he got that too, wait we needed to move all the furniture....OMG he got that done, multiple times saving us countless trips and expense hiring our own professionals....We saved thousands simply by working with Ray AND to top it off his strategy to sell the home was brilliant ( a bit scary but we went with it); resulting in a crazy fast sale, not to mention an ultimate offer and closing price that was approx 200K OVER the asking price. We never expected that but once again Ray delivered so far beyond our expectations. Rays the real deal, no one can top his super service and outstanding results. I never really saw the value of any realtor over several past home sales but holy cow...this was different. If you are searching for a realtor go no further. We highly recommend Ray as the very best you will ever find if you are looking to list or purchase a home. WOOOHOOOOOOO.....so lucky to have had this entire experience with Ray !

I recently refinanced with Shant and the experience was incredible. The entire process took just 3…read moreweeks, and he handled all the heavy lifting. He presented multiple options with clear pros and cons, never once being pushy. As someone who isn't knowledgeable in this area, I appreciated his patience with my many questions. He explains everything clearly and never gives 'false hope' -- the expectations were honest from day one. What really stands out is his genuine care. When my kids were sick, he called to check on them before even talking business. It felt like a pure concierge service. If you want a professional who treated your family like his own, Shant is the only person to call. 1000% recommended!

Shant was very helpful through our whole home loan process. He always answered my questions quickly…read moreand was always in a good mood. I highly recommend using Shant, if you are looking to buy a new home and want to see your financial options. He gave us many different scenarios until we found the right loan to meet our financial needs!

Thank you to Michael and the Key City Lending Group for their professionalism in helping us with…read moreour reverse mortgage purchase. Difficult transaction but they handled it quickly and got it all done when promised. Highly recommend this great company.

I can't thank Michael Malyszko and Key City Lending enough for a quick and professional process for…read moregetting my parents a refinance of their existing reverse mortgage. Michael was with us every step of the way and his knowledge and professionalism are outstanding. There was no initial costs and no appraisal fee, no out of pocket fees at all and we could not be happier with the quick and simple process. I would highly recommend Michael and Key City Lending for any mortgage needs you may have. Superb!