Designed for Investors

by an Investor

With 15 years in bank lending and 25 years of my own personal real estate investing, I left traditional banking to do lending better.

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Barrett Financial Group LLC, NMLS 181106

2701 East Insight Way, Suite 150
Chandler, AZ 85286

Licensing Information: https://www.barrettfinancial.com/licensing or http://nmlsconsumeraccess.org/

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Seamless Financing for Investors

With 15 years in bank lending and 25 years of my own personal real estate investing, I left traditional banking to do lending better.

While most mortgage originators close very few investment loans in their entire careers, investment real estate is all I do. I still invest today, so I hate the typical red tape as much as you do. I’m on your team and on your side, cheering for you to win.

Because I understand that an active investor might close three loans a month—rather than three in a lifetime like the average homeowner—I am focused on your long-term best interests, not just a single transaction. I pride myself on doing exactly what I say I will do, communicating regularly, and exploring every option until you are fully satisfied and informed.

I also know that real estate investors share knowledge and wisdom together. I believe there is no greater advocate than someone saying positive things about you in rooms you’re not in... yet. My goal isn't just to close this loan; it’s to earn the relationship that powers your next ten or one hundred.

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Barrett Financial Group

Experts at financing investment real estate.

  • DSCR Loans

  • Bank Statement Loans

  • Bridge Loans

  • Terms from 12 months to 40 years

Equal Housing

Investment Real Estate Financing

Barrett Financial Group LLC, NMLS 181106

2701 East Insight Way, Suite 150
Chandler, AZ 85286

Licensing Information: https://www.barrettfinancial.com/licensing or http://nmlsconsumeraccess.org/

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