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“Having an honest conversation with Brett, where he concluded our current deal is pretty good, is so refreshing.” in 15 reviews
“Once again turned to Zindi and Jennifer, this time to buy a condo for my son in Seattle.” in 8 reviews
“I've worked with other lenders/brokers through the years and had become weary of surprises at funding.” in 3 reviews
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Brett and Zindi M.
We are a hands on Mortgage Brokerage focused on customer service, great rates, and pricing.
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- Wayne W.Santee, CA3378Jul 8, 2023Updated review
Once again turned to Zindi and Jennifer, this time to buy a condo for my son in Seattle. As always they were timely, friendly, helpful and on top of everything.
If you are looking for team that is extremely competent, won't waste your time and are on top of every issue, I cannot recommend them more highly. I will never use anyone else for real estate finance issues. They got us a great rate, walked us through all the paperwork and reminded us of whatever we needed to document. Thanks again Zindi, Jennifer and Brett!
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Brett M.
Oct 12, 2020
Hi Doc,
Zin & Jenn are like Wonder Woman and Super Girl!! So glad you're happy with the result and we're standing by for any friends, family, or co-workers you want to send our way!Oct 9, 2020Previous reviewI had started a refi with our current lender, at their suggestion, and every day there was something else they were asking for, and it was all taking forever. You would think a refi with your current lender would be a breeze. Customer service was non-existent. It was beyond frustrating. Then I remembered Zindi (she did a refi for us years ago.) I told her my frustrations and asked if she could help. Did she ever!
From that first email to signing escrow docs was exactly 30 days!
Zindi and Jennifer were amazing, easy to work with and extremely professional and efficient. They let me know up front what they needed and helped us through every step. They were always available for questions, and explained everything. We got an amazing rate and will be able to pay off our mortgage in half the time I expected for the same monthly payment. Can't ask for more than that. My only regret was not turning to Casa Financial first.
If you are in the market for a refi or first mortgage, I can't recommend them more highly. Thanks again Zindi and Jennifer! You are the best! - Doug H.San Diego, CA1407Aug 20, 2020
My wife and I called Brett and asked about the veteran refinance options. We were in the middle of a refinance and got a little uneasy with the change in numbers on our closing documents for the mortgage loan. We called Brett to compare and we are so happy we called.
We went through the closing document numbers with Brett, and even though this was not his loan, he went above and beyond to explain what the numbers meant and how they were calculated. This was a 51 minute phone call where Brett took the time to explain how things work in more detail without speaking a single negative word about competitors. Even though Brett calculated comparable numbers, he did not try to steal business, which speaks very highly to his professionalism.
Having an honest conversation with Brett, where he concluded our current deal is pretty good, is so refreshing. Such a great conversation where no sales tactics/gimmicks were used. Just a good business man trying to get the best deal for clients!! Thank you for taking the time to help us today. We really appreciate your expertise.Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0Business owner information
Brett M.
Oct 12, 2020
Hi Doug,
I'm so very glad that you were able to close on the mortgage they were offering, and that the conversation with me brought some clarity to their proposal. I've always said that a person does not have to do business with me in order to gain my help. Gotta do what's right, and then karma brings it back around.
I'm standing by for anything else you might need. - Susan R.Temecula, CA751510Oct 22, 2021Updated review
I have now worked with Casa Financial on three Loans now two purchases and one re fi. Brett and his team get the job done they are professional fast and efficient. I have and will continue to recommend Casa Financial to family friends and co workers. Susan Riddle
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Brett M.
Oct 22, 2021
Hi Susan,
It was great working with you again and we hope that you enjoy your new home!!Dec 7, 2015Previous reviewYour review helps others learn about great local businesses.
From the very first phone call I received very personal and proffesinal service. The entire staff staff go over and above thru the entire loan process. I highly recommend Casa Financial Services for all your Morgage needs.
Please don't review this business if you received a freebie for writing this review, or if you're connected in any way to the owner or employees. - Ponnareay C.Cerritos, CA02Jun 19, 2021
This is our 2nd time working with Katrina. Because of the flawless experience that we had with her during our refinance from last year, we have no doubt to come to CFS and Katrina for our mortgage loan again. All we did were a few text messages to Katrina, and a few days later we got our pre-approval letter. From the mortgage application through underwriting to approval and closing, Katrina, Jennifer, and the whole team at CFS have been extremely detailed, responsive, and transparent. Moreover, Katrina helped us lock down one of the lowest interest rates possible. There were no sales pitches or pushing to buy down the rate with points, and the fees are minimal and lowest compared to other lenders. If you are looking for a lender and broker who you can trust and want peace of mind, look no further.
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Brett M.
Aug 30, 2021
Thanks for your business and for the wonderful review!!
- Jayson N.San Diego, CA473310Apr 10, 2019
I was referred to Casa by our agent who reported good experiences from her clients in the past. Overall, they were very responsive throughout the process, available after hours, and had creative solutions to problems we encountered throughout escrow. They also worked really hard to finally close the deal after we had to extend escrow multiple times.
However, compared to the last time we made a real estate purchase and worked directly with a bank, there was no hand-holding with Casa. Me, not being very knowledgable about rates, loans, and so on, experienced several misunderstandings throughout the process. This wouldn't have happened with our previous lender because they were on the phone with us and insisting on meeting in person to explain everything in exhaustive detail.
The Casa team is very knowledgable and has the answers... if you know what questions to ask. Unfortunately, I didn't know what questions to ask. We were never even asked, "What monthly payment would you be comfortable with?," which in retrospect, would have saved us a ton of trouble.
Casa solicited feedback after the transaction. The response I received took no responsibility for the miscommunication and instead blamed us for changing our loan product last minute (we couldn't afford the original product, which their team would have known if they had asked what payment we'd be comfortable with). They also noted they were surprised we were confused about the product after all the disclosures we signed.
I'd recommend working with them if you're well-versed in real estate or intend to do a lot of research on your own, which I admittedly should have done.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0Business owner information
Brett M.
May 8, 2019
We 100% took responsibility for all communication, discussed thoroughly the initial loan product and provided no less than 3 set of disclosures requiring your signatures for acknowledgement.
It's unfortunate that you felt you didn't have adequate guidance when working with a Loan Officer of Zindi's caliber. With over 30 years of experience in all aspects of the mortgage business, Zindi brings more knowledge, professionalism, and support to her clients than any person I've met in my 19 years of experience in the mortgage business.
In looking into this loan it seems that the major issue stems from your condo not selling soon enough to close escrow in the agreed upon time giving you the funds to put 20% down, therefore the initial application of a loan with only 10% down payment was made by you. This 10% down scenario requires Mortgage Insurance (MI) which offers the ability to bring in another 10% down at a later date and request the MI be removed. Multiple conversations took place between you and Zindi informing you that bringing in the remaining 10% later after your condo sold would remove the MI, but once the loan documents representing the loan at 10% Down Payment arrived at escrow, you and your wife decided that although the MI could be removed later, you both didn't like that the loan would not also recast at the then lower balance. No one at Casa ever told you that the loan would recast. You either read that somewhere on the internet and assumed it would, or received guidance somewhere else.
Discussions ensued, loan documents were not signed, and we were directed to re-apply for a 20% down loan and that you would ask the Seller to extend the escrow until the sale of your condo. In reality, it was Zindi that made this call to the Listing Agent, smoothing the waters, and convincing the Listing Agent and the Seller not to cancel - I was present during that call.
On that call both Seller and Listing Agent voiced their displeasure to Casa regarding your choice not to move forward when the Purchase Offer was non-contingent on the sale of your condo, and yet you had suddenly decided not to move forward due to your condo not selling. In conversations with the Listing Agent, who Casa has conducted business with for well over a decade, she was adamant that this was the action that soured your relationship with her and the Seller, not Zindi's handling of the loan. In addition, both the Seller and the Listing Agent complimented Zindi and thanked her for stepping in and closing the loan for the Buyers of your condo in 7 days, because their Lender failed miserably, just to keep this purchase alive.
An investigation showed that it was the decision by you and your wife to delay the closing of your purchase while waiting on the sale of your condo to provide the full 20% down, along with the clear incompetence presented by the other Lender writing the loan for the Buyer of your condo, that created the multiple delay's and the subsequent need for rate lock extensions and the associated fees. All required disclosures were provided in a timely manner by Casa Financial Services, Inc and therefore the audit was concluded.
As always we appreciate feedback yet we will correct any incorrect details included in that feedback. We never like it when a Client is less than 100% thrilled with our services. - Alisa S.San Pedro, San Pedro, CA11161836Apr 14, 2021
Casa Financial Services are so amazing, I highly encourage this company. Brett and Jennifer are so helpful and professional. No matter what I needed to get my loan done they went far and beyond to make my everything so smooth and possible for me. Brett made me feel so comfortable and walked me each step of the way, this process is quite overwhelming but he did everything he said he would and made it the best for me and my needs. Five Star all the way you wont regret it and will be so satisfied with them. Alisa Spilberg Peltier
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Brett M.
Apr 14, 2021
Hi Alisa,
Thanks so much for the awesome review! We are standing by for anything else that is needed. - Oreoluwa S.Boston, MA35075Apr 12, 2021
My husband and I were referred to Zindi by one of my co-workers, and working with her was honestly best decision we've ever made. As first time home buyers, the whole process was VERY overwhelming, even as exciting as it was. Zindi was very responsive, professional, and kind throughout the process. She kept all of her promises throughout, and made herself available at all times! Even on Valentine's Day, which fell on a Sunday this year, she was quick to respond to my text message. To top it off, we closed Escrow in our first home in a record 28 days! Couldn't have don't it without Zindi's diligence and commitment through it all. Funny enough, we never actually met in person due to COVID-19, but we definitely feel like part of the Casa Financial family! I highly recommend working with Casa Financial Services, and will be referring everyone I know!
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Brett M.
Apr 14, 2021
Thanks so much for the awesome review!!
- Robin D.Chula Vista, CA4152Feb 15, 2020
Casa Financial made the impossible possible. Barry didn't give up. He was able to help me refinance a reverse mortgage on my mother's home despite the many hurdles and brick walls we faced. Thanks to Barry's and Jennifer's perseverance, I get to keep my childhood home, the home that my mom had been living in for 49 years. I am so grateful for their expertise and dedication.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Harry Z.Chula Vista, CA081Nov 2, 2020
We we're going to Give up, We were working with someone else. They scared the be Jesus out of us with some Ridiculous Numbers. I had told my Family that we were going to rent for another year. I was bummed out and stressed. BUUUT. We were introduced to MR. Brett Mills and his Crew. And God almighty, Mr. Mills and his team were able to make it Happen. We Moved in our New Home the last week of October. Professional, efficient, Man of his word. I would never go to anyone else when is time to get a new home. This is the team to work with when buying a home. Thank you very much Greatly appreciated, God Bless.
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Brett M.
Nov 4, 2020
Wow!! I think that this is one of the best reviews we're ever rec'vd. Thanks so much for the kind words, and we're so very happy that we could put this deal together for you where so many others had failed. We're standing by for anyone else you want to send our way.
- Steve M.Chula Vista, CA1881Oct 26, 2016
As a Real Estate Agent for over 16 years I have worked with many loan companies and to date Casa Financial is the best! For the last 12 years Brett and Zindi have been my "GO TO" lender and they never disappoint. Close on time or early, no surprises at funding, can close tough deals, and clear communication. Thanks for taking great care of our buyers!!
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