This is a very much needed firm for anyone seeking a mortgage on a Laguna Woods co-op…read more My experience was positive with this group, from interface with the CEO to individual staff members. Carolyn Behrens went to bat for me when the lender insisted on a 25% down payment instead of 20%, which I actually put down. From start to finish, this group is professional, efficient, and best of all, on your side.

Responsive & Helpful. THE place to call if you're looking for financing on a Co-op - especially in…read moreLaguna Woods.

I have had an amazing experience doing all my taxes with Peshke Financial. The team is organized…read moreand gets everything filed and completed in such a timely manner. Makes this time of year beyond easy. Thank you!!!!

Chad and his team are awesome. Super quick, organized, and on top of everything. Chad gives solid…read moreadvice, and the whole process is smooth and easy to follow. Honestly, I'm so glad I found them.

My husband and I recently purchased a home with the help of Byron, Jinny, Derek and Russell. I…read morecould list a hundred reasons why I love this group so much, but a few that stood out are: 1. From day 1, they've been very honest and transparent and there was never any surprises that could push back our escrow. If they thought that we would have possible issues, they told us upfront and so we were always prepared for anything. 2. If it's your first time purchasing a house, terms and numbers are confusing. But they've explained everything to us so well. And if we found a house that we liked, all we need to do is send Byron the address and he would email us with the numbers which really prepared us for anything! 3. They're all easy to reach. I could email now and get a response in less than an hour, and if it's important, I could get a call back in minutes. 4. Customer service skills is unparalleled. 5. They give you cookies from Cravory cookies (which is to die for). And once Russell found out that we loved the cookies, they sent us another box! So if I could give them 10 stars, I would. We've had such a great experience with this team, and would highly recommend them to our friends and family.

Came here on a Monday evening to discuss and start to understand the (first time) home buying…read moreprocess. I had been receiving detailed instructions and assistance from Byron Watson and his team on how to find the place - and they're located across from the Irvine Spectrum, on the 7th floor of the Smile Brands building in Irvine! As I was ushered into the office, I quickly saw that they were ready for my visit. I was greeted pleasantly by the staff and noticed a welcome board with my name on it - wow, impressed already. After some pleasantries, we got some water and got to work. Byron was extremely helpful and patient when explaining every detail of the home buying process that we could get to in our two (2) hour time frame. This meeting definitely increased my confidence and willingness to buy a home, and I'm glad Byron and team were there to show me the first step! Will remain in contact with Fairway and Byron throughout the purchase and financing process. A very professional and informative experience that is really valuable - definitely recommend to anyone that's new to this stuff as well :)

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 kick a$$! Mike helped us with a HELOC and I'm glad to say from the moment we…read moreconnected it was a wrap. Not only was the process made easy to understand, it was completed from the comfort of our home and our schedule.The team is flexible, quick, knowledgeable and most importantly explained it in a way that made sense to us. Our HELOC closed in a little over a week. Mike was in communication with us which felt like 24/7. If anyone is looking for a reputable lending team look no further.

I took out a loan and loan officer Carlos Medina helped me through this process. He did a great…read morejob. I'm grateful that it went well and quickely. He helped me a lot and I liked the way he works.

I did not request info from them yet they call 3 times a day. I've asked them to stop calling and…read morethey have refused to do so. Always a call from different numbers. Time to report

I have seen positive reviews of Granite Escrow at other locations and with other staff. We worked…read morewith Lori Wurzel from Granite on the sale of my parents' condo in Laguna Woods during the summer of 2023 and I have to say, it was a pretty terrible experience. My father has dementia, which is why my parents had relocated back to their original home back East, and it felt like Granite was coming up with tons of last-minute requests to verify his condition and our power-of-attorney authorizations. We would get tons of abrupt emails from Lori demanding new things with very little notice or time to comply, so we'd have to scramble to contact multiple doctors and sign and notarize documents. Not a positive experience at all, but we worked with another escrow service for the sale of their second property in California this year and it was just as bad, if not worse. It would be nice if escrow officers knew their jobs and could help facilitate a complicated process involving lots of documentation and signing rather than just ping you with a thousand emails and phone calls asking for things you never knew you needed for a real estate transaction.

Lori Wurzel was our escrow officer and she was instrumental in moving our escrow along during a…read moreparticularly difficult time...COVID-19! Our escrow closed on 10/14/2020 45 days late, but not due to Granite Escrow. My husband and I have 50 years of combined experience as mortgage lenders with 2 major banks, and no one could have expected the delays and complications we experienced due to COVID. I see a previous review and have to remind everyone, it is not the responsibility of the escrow company to explain the process, rather it is your realtor, mortgage lender and in our case the homeowner association at Laguna Woods Village. Unfortunately for us, the HOA was shut down for an unreasonable amount of time, creating a backlog and unnecessary delays because of poor administrative procedures. This is not escrow's fault, and our escrow team was extremely helpful in bridging the issues with all the parties. If you are purchasing or selling in Laguna Woods Village, we highly recommend LORI WURZEL and her team at GRANITE ESCROW. They are professional, highly knowledgeable of all the nuances of Laguna Woods Village, and easy to communicate with throughout the process. Most of the time, Lori answered the phone on the first ring...very unusual in our business. Job well done Lori! Escrow is always the unsung hero in our business. Thank you for your expertise and guidance, Dolores, William and Cynthia Stage

An absolutely fantastic experience with Full Circle Home Loans. My first person of contact was…read morewith Tiffany who was incredibly informative, authentic, and responsive. After talking with Seth, there was zero doubt in my mind this is the team I want to be a part of. The group has been outstanding from beginning to end with getting the second home loan. It feels incredibly personal and they are most definitely there to hold your hands and encourage you. I had a bit of a panic attack one day during the process and reached out to both Seth and Tiffany. They were able to bring me back down to Earth, reassure me, and bring me back to feeling excited. This was exactly what I needed. Short term rentals are still very new to me but if you need a team to get you through this, this group is the one. Cannot wait to continue to do work with them.

The only mortgage lender I would use from here on out. Seth is honest, knowledgeable, and truly…read morecares for his customers. He spoke to me about some concerns about the deal to make sure I was aware, and I don't think any other lender would have done that because they would just want the deal. They have competitive interest rates and even matched the fees I quoted. His team, Summer and Bernie, were organized, communicative, and so quick that we were able to close in 21 days. Can't thank them enough.

Dino and Mario are simply the best. I can't imagine a Southern Californian lender offering a…read morebetter customer experience. When you combine the most knowledgeable, the friendliest, the quickest... the list goes on. So helpful in guiding us along the way and making the home buying experience easier. THANK YOU!

Everyone was infor.ative and friendly. The process went smoothly and I would highly recommend.read more

Marti Mohseni demonstrated outstanding diligence and expertise while managing the rental of our…read moreproperty. The tenant screening process, lease documentation, and negotiations were conducted with meticulous attention to detail. Communication remained clear and timely throughout, and our interests were represented with the utmost integrity. The entire experience was seamless, and the outcome exceeded expectations. For any property owner seeking reliable, sophisticated representation, he comes with my highest recommendation. Entrusting Marti Mohseni with renting our property proved to be an excellent decision. He managed the tenant screening, lease documentation, and negotiations with diligence and discretion. Communication was prompt, guidance was clear, and every aspect of the process was handled with professionalism. His attention to detail and commitment to protecting our interests ensured a smooth transaction and a result with which we are entirely satisfied. I recommend Marti Mohseni without reservation to any property owner seeking capable and trustworthy representation.

I had the opportunity to work with David on getting a loan. He was extremely thorough and helpful…read morethroughout the whole process. Definitely went above and beyond explaining when I had any questions. To say the least something as daunting as getting approved for a loan went quite smoothly. Thank you so much David and the whole purpose funding crew.

I was looking for help to do a refinance on my home that I purchased in 2023 and I found Vanessa…read more I have done mortgages and refinances before but this process was by far the easiest and most seamless experience I have ever had! From start to finish, the communication and expectations were clear. The prompt and detailed responses were extremely valuable to me. All the appointments with inspection and notary signing went smoothly. Vanessa is a true professional and I have no doubts referring her to anyone looking for this type of help!

Vanessa was amazing! So glad to have worked with her getting a mortgage for our home. She is very…read moreknowledgeable and accommodating. She also has a great personality and is super responsive. I'd recommend her to anyone looking for funding!