VA Purchase 1st time home buyer

Brent Mendelson is an awesome loan officer. My husband and I knew we wanted to buy a home and use his VA loan benefits but we had no idea what was needed and how we should go about the process, so I posted a question on a home buyer’s forum. Brent responded to my question that same day and was very helpful. At that time my husband and I decided to wait a year and start the home buying process at the beginning of 2014. I reached out to Brent again in January 2014 and he responded to me immediately as if no time had lapsed. Brent went through our finances and my husband’s credit report and gave us some tips on how we could improve my husband’s credit score so we would be able to obtain pre approval for a home loan. My husband and I followed all of the steps Brent gave us and within six months we had improved my husband’s credit and we were able to get pre approval.

 Brent was very helpful throughout the months prior to my husband and I getting our pre approval and would answer any questions we had. Once we had our pre approval Brent even helped us to find a realtor in our local area where we wanted to buy. Since we were using the VA loan Brent advised us on what to look for when choosing a house and what the VA would look at when inspecting the property. While going through the home search Brent would call or email us regularly to check and see how things were going. We found a wonderful home after a couple of months of looking and Brent made sure the underwriting process was as smooth as possible. I had a lot of fears about the underwriting process and everything went much better than I expected. I would definitely recommend Brent Mendelson to anyone looking to purchase or refinance a home. My husband and I will definitely use his services again in the future.

 

Victoria S

Waldorf, MD

Greenbelt MD 1st time buyer purchase

I purchased my first home this year. A close friend who previously worked with Brent recommend him to me. Working with Brent was great. He was knowledge about the various mortgage programs available and was able to recommend the best mortgage option for me. He took the time to answer all of my questions and most importantly was always available and responsive to my requests. He is thorough, diligent and knowledge. I would highly recommend him.

 

Sharon B.

Greenbelt, MD

VA IRRL repeat customer.

I've had the pleasure of working with Brent on two separate occasions with seven years separation in between. Even when we weren't doing business he would call to check on how things were going with my home and send Christmas cards as well. It's those acts of kindness that let me know I'm just not another business transaction to Brent. It was only right for me to contact him when I chose to refinance my house. Much like the fist time the process was painless, transparent and educational.

I like how Brent takes the time to explain what's going on, many times before I even ask questions. When I did have questions, Brent was very patient in explaining thing in laymen's terms. When unexpected requirement came up for me to provide documentation there was no mystery as to why they were not asked for originally. Never at any point did I feel like I was under pressure to do anything I didn't feel comfortable doing. All in all, I really can't imagine a more pleasant experience working with a loan officer and I would kindly recommend Brent Mendelson for any type of financial home loan. If he doesn't have the answer he will surely point you in the right direction and be available for any questions. He truly builds long lasting, professional relationships!

C. Rochester
USN RET.
Centreville, MD

VA purchase with 10,000 FHLB grant money!!

Being a military family in a time crunch and first time homebuyers can be very intimidating. In today's world where information is freely available on the Internet it is essential to speak with a professional who evidently knows and understands his market. I would highly recommend Brent especially for the VA loan if you are in the service. Brent quickly laid out our options, sought out the appropriate offers and grants available and guided us carefully through the process.  We closed on time and were able to move into our new home! We are very thankful for all of Brent's hard work and will return to him in the future! 

 

A. Simpson

 

Waldorf, MD

DC FHA streamline refinance

I’ve had the opportunity to work with several loan officers in my life.  Working with Brent Mendelson was clearly the best experience that I have encountered.  He was patient, highly skilled and informative, and implemented all of the required activities in a timely manner.   What lingers in my mind is the follow-up – inevitably, there are answers provided to you that are forgotten, or ones that never crossed your mind during the business at land.  This follow-up and willingness to be available sealed the deal for me! He is an outstanding officer.

 

Dr. Stevens, MD, MS

Conventional NY Refinance

Brent was able to do the research and take all the necessary steps to push my extremely difficult and complex refinancing through in New York City.  He truly went above and beyond to get the job done.  After most banks claimed it would be too challenging, he stepped up with the solution and the best possible service.

Eric. C
NYC

"His own lender couldn't do the loan. It probably was the hardest refinance I have ever done.
It was a condo, non occupant co-borrower, taking someone off of title, self employed, CEMA loan in NY to avoid about 12,000 in additional taxes."

FHA Purchase in Baltimore

Dear Brent,

It's such a pleasure for me to write this letter.  I apologize for not sending it sooner, but after moving in we quickly began the work of making the house you made possible, our home.

Thank you for everything you did to make our dream home a reality.  While it was not an easy road, you stuck with me when I know others would have thrown in the towel.  While I was not referred to you by anyone, I truly believe you were the right person for the job.  Always professional, but also extremely endearing, your "can do" attitude was just what I needed to keep me focused and at times, motivated. 

Thank You for not just being a voice on the other end of the phone, but someone I felt truly had my best interest at heart.  Your honesty was always appreciated, as was the candor!  I will not hesitate to recommend family and friends to you and I know they will walk away as happy as we are!

Hope to see you soon in Baltimore

C. Paige