We just closed and funded on our latest deal today, and I want to take a moment to recognize Esther…read moreand her team for an exceptional job. In this business, execution and timing are everything--Esther and Paul delivered on both at a very high level. From initial structuring through funding, the process was handled with precision. Communication was clear and efficient, expectations were managed properly, and any complexities were addressed proactively without slowing down the timeline. That level of control over a transaction is not easy to find. What stood out most was the ability to navigate the deal strategically while keeping everything moving forward. For anyone operating in real estate investment or development, having a lending partner you can rely on is critical. Esther and Paul has proven to be exactly that. Looking forward to doing more deals together.

Esther and her team are amazing! We got a terrific rate and closed on our home a few days ago…read moreafter 5 years on/off trying. Essentially we worked with Team Esther 3 times, because after failing to buy a home and taking a break, each time the financials would have to be reprocessed given our life changes. But we stayed with them and they stayed with us, always with an open door and a welcome back. I can say from time tested experience how consistently reliable, accessible, and knowledgeable they are! Would highly recommend.

Nhan and his team are absolutely amazing to work with -- truly the best in the business! They are…read morehighly knowledgeable, experienced, and take the time to patiently answer all of my questions while walking me through every step of the process, from refinancing to cash-out to new loans. I've worked with Nhan on multiple transactions, and every time they deliver with record speed -- closing in as little as 18 days! If you want a smooth, stress-free loan process with a team you can trust, Nhan is the one to call.

Nhan Cao is an incredible mortgage broker! He made the impossible happen and got my loan approved…read moreand closed while I was literally in the hospital about to give birth. We officially closed on our house the same day my baby was born. Talk about stress-free and reliable! Nhan was professional, responsive, and on top of every detail. I couldn't have asked for a better experience and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a smooth and trustworthy mortgage process. Will be referring him to everyone!

Stephen went above and beyond during mine and my boyfriend's first home purchase. He was super…read morecommunicative and even connected directly with my agent to ensure everything went smoothly. We recently had the opportunity to refinance and without hesitation, Stephen reached out directly to us as soon as he noticed rates were coming down. We did not need to chase him for it nor constantly inquire about it--he just felt like it was the right time and reached out! I'm very grateful for Stephen and his team and will definitely be referring him to our friends and family.

Based on his numerous good reviews, I messaged Stephen early last August about the possibility of…read moregetting a United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) 15-year fixed home loan at 1.99%. This was a new program announced by press release, which I read about in a Yahoo! Finance article, through a link on Google News. Having worked previously in real estate and finance, I knew what the key points were to our situation, so I included those in the message to Stephen, asking whether he would be able to do the loan. Stephen responded abruptly by saying that he would have to talk with me by phone, to discuss "details." After I called him, he proceeded to try to browbeat me into accepting a different program at a higher interest rate. His approach was to use old-fashioned psychological pressure tactics, along the lines of: "Are you so naïve that you think you could actually get such a loan? That rate is just a teaser that you would never actually get." He was crude, demeaning and even insulting. I informed him, politely, that I had a background in real estate and finance, so I was not naïve about these things, offering him one last chance to do business with us, if he was so inclined. But he insisted that the loan would not be possible for us, so I thanked him and said goodbye. Shortly thereafter, I found a straightforward loan broker who in fact did the loan for us, on exactly the terms I had in mind: 1.99% 15-year fixed, with a reasonable fee. We closed in less than three weeks and none of the things that Stephen said were obstacles turned out to be an issue. I am pleased to report that my wife and I are now enjoying substantially lower monthly payments. BOTTOM LINE: If you want someone with an "old-school" approach to sales--involving psychological games, pressure tactics and absence of transparency (resulting in your not getting the best deal that you could)--Stephen Wong may be a good fit for you. Anyone interested in connecting with the straightforward broker we ultimately used is welcome to send me a private message, as I'm not allowed to include that information in my review.

My experience was excellent. I referred my clients for…read moremortgage to buy a house. He did above and beyond his scope of service with loan processor Debbie Angulo. Thank you again Bob and Debbie for your professionalism!!!.

I don't think anyone in the bay will be able to close a loan as quickly and as efficiently as Bob…read more He is prompt and responsive 24/7. If you guys are in doubt I will say Bob is the right man for the job. A huge shout out to Debbie as well for being responsive and helping us out.

Amazing company! Dean Le and Ronnie Nguyen worked efficiently and helped me with my process!read more

We attempted a home refinance with Loan Factory and worked with Arton Chau as our loan officer and…read moreAnder David Herrera as our processor. Our refi did have some unique circumstances given I was on maternity leave at the time and I wanted to give some grace for that, but the issues we had went far beyond a complicated refi. Additionally, when we decided to go with another company, the process was so smooth that it proved the situation never should have been viewed as that complicated to begin with. The main issues were: 1) Information would be asked for, we would provide that information, nothing would happen, we would ask questions then they would share they needed information that we had already provided that was right there in the same email thread. 2) The information they claimed to need from my employer kept escalating. They asked for a letter verifying I was still employed despite being on leave, my employer provided it, nothing happened, we checked on progress and they said we needed more. They asked to speak with my manager to simply confirm my employment, they didn't contact her for over a week, then they asked HR type questions she couldn't possibly answer. Then they claimed they just needed HR to confirm verbally that they had issued the letter, then they finally talked to HR and asked a bunch more questions. It was bizarre and honestly, my employer was apologizing to me by the end of it while I was apologizing to them. 3) They didn't care about official loan deadlines, because it seemed to be their plan to keep asking for extensions. We initiated everything on 9/8 and as of 10/17, past the 30 day mark, they were still "gathering information." Working with the company we ended up going with, we started with them on 10/21 and everything was completely wrapped up by 11/14. 4) When working with other loan officers I've had experience with, they will do things periodically on weekends or in the evenings as necessary to hit deadlines. This team seemed to never work weekends and at one point Ander went MIA for over a week of the process and was supposedly on vacation with no back-up. This wouldn't be a big deal if it were a longer process, but over a week out of 30 days is pretty extreme. From what I can tell, these people just aren't that skilled. They clearly have a big company and Factory is an apt name for it as I think they just get as much business as they can get, turn and burn, and don't really care about the service they are providing.

From initial inquiry to final close of escrow, Dave and his team were there to support us on the…read more15-month journey of relocating and buying our next home. They were super responsive in quickly and thoroughly answering questions, providing clarity on processes and next steps, and guiding us to a smooth closing. Thanks, Dave and team!

Had you asked me a few months ago if purchasing a home would be as easy as it turned out to be, I…read morewould have said "no way". Well, the proof is in the pudding. We are now new homeowners. Thanks to Dave Setti and Danny Schaezlein of o2Mortgage, my blood pressure is not sky high. I found Dave and Danny to be readily available whenever I needed some guidance, clarification and interventions with insurance companies and banking institutions. They were always patient and encouraging just when I needed their help. I truly appreciate their offering to make calls to agencies or businesses on my behalf. Buying a home can be stressful. However, I found Dave and Danny's services as a welcome relief just when I needed it. Thus, if you are considering buying a home and need to select a mortgage company, without a doubt, I recommend Dave Setti and Danny Schaezlein of o2 Mortgage due to their superior delivery of services. John M. Martinez

Here is my new update five years later. I went back to Shawn in Jan 2021. I was hoping to refinance…read morethru my current lender to make things easier. It didn't go well as I expected. After consulting with Shawn, I was much happier. I recalled the great experience with Shawn five years ago. And I didn't waste time shopping around. Shawn is an exceptional broker. He is fast to respond to any questions I had and always being so patient. He always provides in front with different options illustrated by clear graphics and worksheets to compare, which is extremely helpful and efficient. He never rushes his clients and always waits patiently to let his clients make their own decisions. He provides his clients very competitive rates. When siting down with our notary to sign paperwork, our notary also told us how pleasant to work with Shawn and he has always been impressed by Shawn's efficiency and clean numbers. Shawn is a perfect example of a five-star broker, who has top-notch knowledge and provides top-notch customer service. I could definitely recommend Shawn to everyone I know.

We were first-time homebuyers and were pretty overwhelmed with the home buying process, but Taylor…read moreand Shawn at C2 Financial made the whole process feel easy and pretty straightforward. They were very responsive, kept us in the loop throughout the entire process, and explained everything clearly. What we really appreciated was how much they handled behind the scenes, which made things feel so much smoother on our end. They were great to work with, and we'd definitely recommend them to anyone going through the mortgage process!

Working with Camaron was an exceptional experience from start to finish. He is incredibly prompt,…read moreprofessional, and consistently goes above and beyond to gather the necessary information and ensure everything stays on track. What truly stood out to me was his commitment to keeping loan costs down while still securing competitive terms. Camaron is extremely knowledgeable about interest rates and market conditions, and he communicates clearly and quickly. Anytime I had a question, he responded right away with thoughtful, well-explained answers. His efficiency was especially impressive -- he helped us close the new loan before the next payment on the old loan was due, which required careful coordination and strong attention to detail. If you're looking for a loan broker who is responsive, strategic, and genuinely invested in achieving the best outcome for you, Camaron is the one. I would absolutely work with him again and look forward to building a long-term working relationship. Highly recommend.

I went to a homebuyer seminar where Camaron presented about first time buyer programs. I have been…read moreto some other ones that were not as clear and I will be working with Camaron to start my approval process this summer. I highly recommend working with Camaron if you are a first time buyer and need a mortgage

I refinanced my home with Alex Greer of the Mortgage Outlet. Alex helped me reduce my interest…read morerate considerable even though I had not the best credit and limited income. Alex got my interest rate down lower that he quoted me! I was a loan officer in the past and know how difficult it was to refinance me. Alex was extremely professional, worked very hard and diligently to get me refinance. I would recommend Alex Greer of the Mortgage Outlet to anyone interested in financing or refinancing real estate. Alex will take really good care of you and explain all your options even if you do not have the best credit or income. Jon Heller, CPM, CPA,inactive, MLO,inactive

We had a great experience working with Jerry Greer on our home loan. He was knowledgeable,…read moreresponsive, and always willing to answer our many questions, which was super important to us as first-time homebuyers. Jerry went above and beyond to help us submit timely offers, secure a great interest rate, and close on time. Thanks to his support, we felt confident throughout the process. We highly recommend Jerry and the Mortgage Outlet.

Rob Garcia, now at Paramount mortgage, was so professional and proactive on everything regarding…read moreour mortgage process! He gave us updates at every stage in the process and what to expect next. He was right on time with closing within 15 days. He is on top of everything and just a great guy to work with! No pressure on us but he worked his magic behind the scenes. We loved working with Rob! He is a star and gets things done and we highly recommend him! Nancy S

We needed a loan for a home and it turned out to be longer than a months process. Rob stuck with us…read moreand kept us well informed throughout the entire process! Giving recommendations to help make sure the documents would be approved, to the signing day. Would highly recommend and use again if needed.