Julie Davidson was such an amazing person to work with. She definitely had my best interest in mind, and she always went above and beyond. I am a first time home buyer, and all of the details regarding the mortgage process were laid out to me perfectly, where I understood everything. The whole mortgage was completed in time within all of my deadlines, even with a lower interest rate than expected. I 100% highly recommend working with Julie and Lighthouse.
I recommend Julie Davidson and Lighthouse Mortgage to anyone considering purchasing or refinancing a home. No bank or broker was able to match the rates and savings Julie Davidson was able to get for my family and I. In addition, when one of the credit bureaus had made mistakes in our records, she took it upon herself to get it fixed for us. We strongly recommend Lighthouse Mortgage.
Like everyone else in 2020, I wanted to take advantage of the lower mortgage rates and, in December 2020, sought out the services of a lending company. Throughout the process, I was leary of the numbers provided, but still moved forward with the close because of the assurances given that my closing numbers would not be as high as projected. In January 2021, as I submitted the last of the documentation, the closing number had not dropped and I thought to contact Julie Davidson with whom I had worked twice before, to ask her for a comparison chart to see if she could do better. It was immediately clear upon receiving Julie’s comparison chart that I was making a mistake and informed the other lender that I would no longer require their services.
Because numbers speak more loudly than words, following is the comparison between Lighthouse Mortgage and the other lender -
- Refinance Rate: 2.49% over 15 years vs. 2.75% over 30 years
- Estimated closing costs: $2,384.70 vs. $9,646
- Total Loan Costs: $2,470.61 vs. $5,310
- Cash to close: $350.38 vs. $2,579
- New monthly payment: $692.97 vs. $880
- Final closing amount: $104,000 vs. $11,000
Besides the most excellent savings, I appreciated Julie Davidson’s integrity and attention to detail. I was spared having to pay for unnecessary services, i.e., the cost of an environmental lien, line of credit, etc. Julie did not seek to profit by adding to my financial burden services that I did not want or need. In all, her efforts saved me time and money. I did not have to constantly follow-up on the closing costs to see where I stood financially. Julie’s upfront preparation, constant and informative communication, and unflagging resolve resulted in a seamless and affordable close. Literally, all I had to do was show up on time, sign off on the paperwork, and give them a check for the closing amount.
Also, because of her exemplary customer service, I received an unexpected refund in the amount of $1,879.65! Because of her care of a close friend, she brought to my attention that I might also qualify for a past property tax credit something which I would never have thought to look into. All this, and an offer to help me to set up a budget to pay off my mortgage early are the fiscal reasons that I would heartily recommend the services of Julie Davidson, Lighthouse Mortgage. Personally, because of her integrity, thoroughness, and desire to seek your good above her own, I unequivocally recommend Julie Davidson.
Julie Davidson is such a pleasure to work with. We have purchased three homes and refinanced with Julie. She is professional, kind, and so organized. The home buying process can be stressful at times, but with Julie’s help we felt confident and assured every step of the way. She responds quickly to any questions and really takes the time to walk you through every step. I can not recommend Julie Davidson enough.
We worked with Lighthouse Mortgage for both our original mortgage and then on a refinance 5 years later. On the original mortgage, Julie Davidson helped us to determine a realistic price range considering our finances and spent time explaining all the details to us as first time home buyers. She streamlined and guided us through the complex process of buying a home. Fast forward 5 years later and Julie helped us to take advantage of current market conditions, locking into a very desirable interest rate on a refinance. Once again she guided us through and streamlined the entire process. She advocated for us and successfully eliminated the nagging PMI we were paying with our original loan. Julie is an efficient, dedicated and calming presence throughout the mortgage process. Highly recommended!
With an 810 credit rating my bank, which I had been loyal to for over 36 years, refused to refinance my mortgage at 2.75% with absolutely no reason. I called my financial advisor and he put me in touch with Julia Davidson of lighthouse mortgage. To say we were impressed would be a DRASTIC UNDERSTATEMENT. We were treated like we were some sort of very special customer. This is almost never the case when dealing with a financial institution. Within 30 days, and this was at the busiest time for refinancing a home. If you need a mortgage and are Fed up with being treated like garbage, do not hesitate to use lighthouse for your mortgage needs. If I ever need another mortgage Julia Davidson will definitely be my first call.
Julie is a truly exceptional professional. She is attentive to absolutely every detail. Follow up and follow through is thoroughly satisfying. Trust is everything, and you will not find a more loyal advocate for your needs. Her integrity is impeccable.
We had a very complex refinance. We are formerly residents of Illinois and currently reside in the Seattle, Washington area. To make matters even more challenging, we had to re-title the mortgage in the name of our trust.
Julie handled everything with ease and was so on top of the paperwork that we completed all he required steps in 2-3 weeks while being 2000 miles away!
We cannot recommend a more qualified or dedicated mortgage broker/agent than Julie Davidson. We give her the absolute highest rating possible. She is a 10 STAR Gem!
Sincerely,
Satvinder
As a late bloomer to consider home ownership, Julie explained the benefits to home ownership in terms that I could understand and alleviate my concerns and questions. She made the loan process very smooth, guiding me every step of the way to my first home. She was right, there is a sense of pride being a home owner. She can navigate the murky waters of all the new government laws for loans. I recommend one to consider Lighthouse Mortgage for your new purchase or refinancing.
My husband and I worked with Julie to secure financing for the purchase of an investment property. She was extremely helpful in explaining and working through the added complexities of this type of financing and was quick to communicate lender requirements as they came up. Financing is such a big part of a major purchase like this, and working with someone who is good at what they do and on top of things kept it as smooth and worry-free as possible.
My wife and I are very happy with our new mortgage. Closing was fast and easy and done at a reasonable price. We highly recommend Lighthouse mortgage.
Trust is key when it comes to referring my clients to a Loan Officer. I have worked with Julie for the past several years and she does an amazing job. She is great at handling with inevitable issues that come up during the loan process. There is no doubt in my mind that my partnership with Julie has helped to strengthen the service I offer to my clients. Thank you Julie!
Christopher Michael Stastny
My wife and I used Lighthouse Mortgage to assist in the purchase of our current home. As first-time buyers, we were especially appreciative of the knowledge and professionalism of Julie and her ability to clearly breakdown each step and guide us in the right direction. Not only did she help process the loan from start to finish, she helped us understand on the front end financially what made sense and how mortgages factor into everyday financials and standard of living. I'd highly recommend Julie and Lighthouse Mortgage for anyone who is looking to purchase, refinance or has questions about the mortgage process.
