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.

Dave and his team were amazing! We went my first VALoan and I've owned several previous properties…read moreand this was a week ahead of schedule, so impressed. Referred Dave to my navy buddy in San Jose to purchase his next home. Thanks Dave!

Beau and his team helped me in refinancing my mortgage. I can't say enough about how Good they were…read moreto deal with. They made the whole process very efficient and kept me informed of the status on a regular basis. The costs were very fair and transparent from the start with no delays or surprises before closing. I would highly recommend them. -Edward W.

Beau and his team are true professionals. When our previous lender left us feeling a little…read moreneglected and unsure about aspects of refinancing, Beau was accessible, strategic, and thorough. He ended up saving us several hundred dollars per month!

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

Warning about Mortgage One…read more I want to share my recent experience so others don't go through the same thing. In July 2025, I started working with Mortgage One through loan officer Mark Butrus. On July 31, I gave my credit card information to his processor to pay for an appraisal. The appraisal was completed, and Mortgage One even told me they would cover the cost of the follow-up visit. A short time later, I decided to switch to Turbo Mortgage because their rates and fees were much better. After that, things took a very troubling turn. On August 18, I received a fraud alert from my credit card company: a $496.55 charge attempt to the City of Warren (Michigan electric company). I live in Georgia and have no ties to Warren, MI. The only people who had my card information were at Mortgage One. When I questioned Mark about this, he denied any involvement, but the timing and location are extremely suspicious. Using a customer's credit card information for unauthorized charges is fraud. I am considering filing complaints with the Better Business Bureau, CFPB, and law enforcement. I'm posting this to warn others: be very careful who you trust with your personal and financial information. My experience with Mortgage One has been extremely disappointing and concerning.

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!

A Dream Realized in 18 Days - Thanks to Maureen Martin…read more Words can't fully express the gratitude I have for Maureen Martin of Homeplus Mortgage. From the moment we began our home-buying journey, Maureen showed herself to be an absolute powerhouse--a strong, focused businesswoman who brings unmatched professionalism, compassion, and commitment to everything she does. Maureen isn't just about numbers and paperwork--she's client-centric to her core. Her dedication, responsiveness, and fierce determination made us feel supported every step of the way. When I finally met her in person, I immediately felt her radiant energy and warmth. Her aura and spirit are something truly rare--she's one of the most special, genuine people I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. Thanks to her tireless efforts, we went from placing an offer to holding the keys to our new home in just 18 days. That kind of turnaround is almost unheard of, but Maureen made it happen. We are forever indebted to her for not just helping us close on a house, but for helping us secure our dream. If you're looking for a lender who is not only masterful at what she does but also deeply human in how she does it, look no further. Maureen Martin is a godsend.

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

Selling a home is stressful (especially for someone like me!) but Lori and Jesse made the whole…read moreprocess feel surprisingly easy. They were always available to answer questions, kept me informed every step of the way and made sure I knew what to expect throughout the process. Their advice on pricing and negotiations was spot on, and everything moved smoothly from getting my house ready to list all the way through closing. I also want to give a shoutout to their TC, Alexa. She kept everything organized behind the scenes, was always responsive and helpful, and made sure nothing slipped through the cracks. I have no doubt that her attention to detail played a big part in helping us close on time. Thank you to Lori, Alexa and Jesse in making this process feel smooth and manageable! If you're looking for a knowledgeable, responsive team to help sell your home, this is your team!

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.

Matt Moreno at DG Funding has been exceptional throughout the lending process. He has been…read morethorough, patient, and always willing to take the time to answer my many questions. Matt consistently follows up regarding changes in the market that may affect my options and keeps me informed every step of the way. What sets Matt apart is his extensive knowledge of the current market and the constant changes occurring within the lending industry. His expertise, professionalism, and responsiveness have made the process much easier to navigate. I highly recommend Matt and DG Funding to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and trustworthy lending professional. Thank you, Matt!

Let the buyer beware! This business is shady. They spam you with unsolicited calls from a 510 area…read morecode, then ask you to call them back from a Carlsbad phone number with an 858 area code.

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!