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I discovered Aaron when I was frantically searching for a new lender after my former lender decided that ordering condo documents was too difficult of a task. Aaron came in during the week that I was scheduled to close and was able to clean up the mess that my other lender left behind. We were able to close with 14 days!!! I’m so happy that I crossed paths with Fairway Mortage. Aaron has helped me throughout the process of purchasing my second property. He is very attentive, detailed and honest. I am an anxious buyer and I had plenty of questions and he never lost his patience with me— and I appreciate that greatly. I will be back to purchase an investment property in the future with you guys. Thanks Aaron.

Kevin and his team were truly amazing. We came into this home buying not really knowing anything, but Kevin definitely changed that. He was very polite and professional. He was always behind the scenes making sure we got the best rates and that we were comfortable with our purchase before buying. He worked hard to ensure we understood everything and even things that we still didn’t he emailed us a video of him explaining everything. Him and his team were truly wonderful with the process of our home ownership. Thank you Kevin and your team for making our dreams come true.

Fairway Mortgage was amazing to work with! My wife and I were able to work with Joe and he is spectacular! The entire team was also extremely helpful when Joe was unavailable. Quick responses, flexible to changing circumstances, easy to communicate with and very competitive rates. I could not recommend this team more.

We had the pleasure of working with Sam Sharp and his team at Rate, and we couldn’t be more impressed with their service, products (conventional with the option for VA), adaptability (on the fly, last minute problem solving due to sellers), and professionalism. From the very beginning, they provided comprehensive education about the mortgage process, ensuring we were well-informed every step of the way. They were incredibly transparent, clearly spelling out all loan servicing costs, and were upfront about any potential fees, so there were no surprises — it was clear they truly cared about finding the best solutions for the customer. Their honesty and attention to detail really stood out to us. Communication was always prompt and clear, and even after closing, they were more than willing to answer any lingering questions. They truly made us feel like a valued client, not just a transaction. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, trustworthy team to guide you through the mortgage process, I highly recommend Sam and his team at Rate.

I had a great experience working with the team at Guaranteed Rate during my home-buying journey. As a first-time buyer, I was most focused on finding the right financing that would keep my monthly costs manageable while still allowing me to move quickly in a competitive market. From day one, the team was communicative, patient, and incredibly informative. They walked me through every step, answered all my questions thoroughly, and helped me feel confident throughout the process. What really stood out was their responsiveness—even during off hours—and their commitment to keeping me informed at every stage. Their professionalism and personal touch made a stressful process feel a lot more manageable. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking to buy a home. Sam is the best.

Sam and everyone on his team did a great job and were all very helpful in our home buying experience! They always seemed to be available if any questions were needing to be answered and made the process as smooth as it could be! Would definitely recommend to anyone who was looking to buy a home.