I recently represented a Buyer on the purchase of a home and the buyer chose Beau Hodson with Transparent Mortgage for the loan, and he was fantastic. He is a great communicator, which was important for this first-time-home buyer. He was eager to please and readily available for the many questions this home buyer had. When objections came up he was proactive at solving problems, which really made this to be a smooth transaction.
I would recommend using Beau Hodson for your next home loan.
Brent Cole – Realtor, Welcome To San Diego Real Estate
Transparent Mortgage is great! I spoke with Beau, and he was so kind, prompt, and very helpful. He took the time to answer all my questions, in detail, helping to give my family a clear idea of what kind of home buying goals might be attainable for us– even without us sending him formal paperwork etc. Once we have all our documents together, we will for sure be working with him to make our home-buying dream happen!
I contacted Beau to inquire about refinancing my home. He called almost immediately to introduce himself, chat a bit about my situation and shortly after, sent pricing information over. The following morning, he provided me an updated quote for a conforming loan. He was very thorough in his communications, provided me multiple scenarios when asked and never once was he hesitant to respond. I then came across an issue with having the Hero program on my lien and although I was not certain I will move forward with him, he still took the time to research the information for me. He spent the next two days doing the research. Wow. He understood that there was a possibility that I would go with another lender as I was shopping, but that did not stop him from doing what’s right for me. I was very, very impressed by his professionalism, his prompt follow ups, his continued efforts and eagerness to help. His honestly and genuine personality provided me a sense of comfort and ease knowing that I can trust the person that I’m working with. Now, he continues to be my go to for loan inquiries for my friends and families. I was really wowed by his level of service and still am. I would definately recommend him to anyone looking for a trustworthy mortgage broker!
Chris and his Team at Transparent Mortgage were great to work with in getting our 1st and 2nd mortgages when making our recent house purchase. Just want to assure clients that their service and attention to detail is above and beyond what is standard. For us they stayed on top of a very aggressive deadline and made a difficult transaction simple. We highly recommend Chris for any mortgage needs!
This is my first ever Yelp review. I just wanted to make sure that the word got out about Beau and Transparent Mortgage. I’ve been looking for a lender to get a pre-qualification letter to start house hunting in San Diego. The rates I was quoted varied by a full percentage point with each lender telling me that their rates were the best. Finally I called Beau and just told him my situation – that I wanted to use a big bank but that I didn’t trust the service from the agents at the call centers. Beau did some research for me and identified a lender he knew and trusted at a big bank. WOW! Someone to take the time to help me and get nothing in return? That’s unheard of! If you are shopping around for mortgage lenders, you should definitely check out Transparent Mortgage. Honest and helpful people with the desire to help you find exactly what you’re looking for in a home mortgage loan!
I reached out to Transparent Mortgage based on their amazing yelp reviews and the service definitely lived up to my expectations. My inquiry was quickly returned and Beau and I discussed my mortgage needs and goals openly and honestly. In the end, Beau and his team were not able to provide me the mortgage product I was looking for however Beau personally reached out to his contacts in the industry and was able to locate and put me in contact with a mortgage banker who could. This was definitely not something that Beau had to do and was done for no other reason than him wanted to provide the best service possible to me and my family. This to me is shows the character of Beau and his team which I would recommend to anyone!
I highly recommend Transparent Mortgage to anyone seeking a home loan. Beau Hodson and his staff, especially Heather, are highly professional, knowledgable, and honest. Beau was very quick in returning calls and emails, and setting my mind at ease during the process. He patiently addressed my many questions and concerns, and he worked hard to obtain a loan that suited my needs.
I also give high marks to Beau’s creation, the “Visual Mortgage Dashboard” which provides the client with updates on the status of the loan!
We had the best experience in our mortgage application process ever! We spent all day in weeks to read every reviews on more than 20 lenders all over the country in order to find a reliable, honest, and efficient mortgage lender; we finally decided to go with “Transparent Mortgage” for several reasons; first and foremost, we wanted a local lender according to many reviewers’ advice, to which was to pick the lender in the same local area of your house hunting location. Secondly, we talked on the phone with the owner of the company, Beau Hodson, and went to his office to kind of getting to know who he was and how comfortable we felt about working with him. Our impression was superseded our expectation in every way. Thirdly, we strongly felt in our gut that this was the one to do business with.
Anyone who went through applying for a mortgage would know how tedious and time consuming of these processes were. There would be many questions alone the way during the processes for sure, thankfully, we had Beau to rely on. His helpful knowledge and responsiveness had always given us sense of comfort and confidence. He also had a very wonderful team working for him. Heather was one of a reliable hard working assistants. She worked so hard, many times, we received her emails for the updates on the process into the late evening, and even in the weekends. We just couldn’t say enough good things about this team works and our gratitude to Beau and his amazing team. We honestly believe in our heart that this Transparent Mortgage Broker Company is a rare find in the same kind where honesty, sincerity, and reliability are its trademark and representation.
Cant say enough about Beau! Anytime your dealing with mortgage lending there seems to be hidden fees or things that are not so transparent. Beau and his team are the exact opposite. Moreover, Beau is well connected in the community and can link you with the appropriate individuals based on your circumstance.
My Agent recommended Beau. Typically I am nervous dealing with any broker, but Beau’s team was perfect because of the transparency. Beau and his team worked around the clock to make the deal happen, and I could not be more thrilled with how it ended. I ask a lot of questions, and no matter how many times I needed an explanation, Beau was there to answer. I will be a repeat customer. Many thanks Beau, I love what you have going on.
Beau was outstanding in explaining from the start every step of our VA loan and giving us all the information we needed in this big life purchase. I’m so glad I didn’t subject myself to the extended closings and 1-800 impersonal headaches of the “big box” Navy banks. Beau was also able to get me the most competitive VA rate on the market and save us thousands in closing costs.
I could not have found any mortgage broker other than Chris who’s professional ability, knowledge and caring for his clients is unsurpassed. Not only did he explain the entire loan refinance process and all documents needed to facilitate a smooth completion of the loan, but he also has his finger on the pulse of the market rates and will stay in constant contact with his clients to always do what is in their interest. The honesty and integrity he has is rare in today’s world and I will certainly recommend him to anyone in need of a new mortgage or refi.
Chris is among the most professional loan officers I know. He is not only extremely knowledgeable about the mortgage industry, he is very generous with his time helping you understand the subtle nuances of the loan process. My experience of Chris is that he is willing to put the client first every time and is committed to telling it like it is, which I find refreshing in the mortgage industry. I wholeheartedly recommend Chris, whether you’re looking into refinancing or purchasing your dream home.
Chris handled two different transactions for us in the Northern California marketplace. Both were done with complete professionalism and and resulted in an excellent refinance. The new requirements necessitate a lot of paperwork and documents. Chris steered us through the maze with great advice and needed explanations. In both cases, Chris made the process a breeze. Our closing was scheduled as predicted and the entire process was handled as represented. We couldn’t be happier with Transparent Mortgage and Chris Gonsior.
Chris Gonsior is a seasoned professional who provides great service and gives sound guidance to ensure that each client receives the best loan terms for his/her individual situation. Chris is conscientious and has a very Midwestern sensibility, which is very refreshing in the Southern California mortgage market.
I have worked with Chris on multiple occasions and he is an absolute professional. Unlike many mortgage people I have worked with in the past Chris actually cares about his clients and does everything he can to ensure that they get the best deal possible. He is one of the few people in the industry that understands that if you take care of your customers they will be repeat customer and they will refer you to their friends. He is knowledgeable and has solutions to any situation. I would refer him to any of my friends or colleagues.
What a great experience it was working with the people at Transparent Mortgage! I’ve refinanced before elsewhere, but never has the process gone as quickly and smoothly as it did with Chris and Heather at Transparent Mortgage.
Chris is very knowledgeable about what he does. He’s extremely friendly and took the time to explain every step of the refinancing process clearly, which for someone like me, can be daunting. He took the stress out of whole process. When talking to him, it is obvious that his number one priority is making sure his client’s goals are met.
His closing coordinator, Heather, was also extremely helpful. She kept me informed of each step along the way through daily emails. She was indeed a pleasure to work with.
Transparent Mortgage is an outstanding company with an outstanding staff. I would definitely recommend Transparent Mortgage to anyone wanting to refinance a home loan.
Chris is simply as good as it gets in terms of a mortgage broker. I have bought, sold and refinanced a few different homes now and have had some pretty awful experiences. However my experience with Chris was built on honesty and professionalism from day 1. He guides you through all of your options keeping your best interests in mind at all times and making you feel like you are his only client every time you interact. After smoothly completing your transaction he’ll continually keep an eye on your situation and contact you if there is an advantageous opportunity to re-finance or otherwise.
I could not recommend Chris more as a broker or as a simply great, honest person.
3 years ago I was looking for a mortgage broker to handle my new home loan and with the advice from my realtor I started working with Chris. Looking back now I can say I was truly fortunate to be referred to someone so genuine. He explained everything to me with such care and concern. And even when I called him frantically when the banks had raised their rates he took the time to calm me down and reassure me that all would work out. Chris always went above and beyond so when my parents were in the market to refinance their home I naturally referred Chris. And just as he was with me Chris treated my parents with the upmost respect. Seeing how amazing Chris was with myself and my parents, my sister started working with him when it was time to purchase their new home. I am so lucky to have Chris in my corner and just as I have referred him to all of my family I highly recommend him to all of you!!
My go to mortgage professional!
I have used Chris for financing my homes for many years. He provides great service and professional financial guidance. You will find him to be very friendly and welcoming with honest advice. He has always taken the time to go through the financing process step by step to ensure I was confortable along the way. I highly recommend him and his services to anyone!
Chris is just an awesome , awesome guy .Went through the entire process with me and am very happy to have found him ..Being a first time home buyer I had thousands of questions and he had all the questions answered and patiently ..Very happy to have found Transparent and Chris !! he is very sincere and a consummate professional and gives a lot if importance to customer service which should be the number one priority in this business.
I whole-heartedly recommend Beau and his team at Transparent Mortgage to anyone looking to buy a home. In working closely with Beau as a business colleague, I know that his commitment to providing the highest level of service to his clients is far above the rest. Beau has a firm sense of ethical integrity and a strong desire to do what’s right for his clients. You can’t go wrong with the Transparent Mortgage team!
I have known Beau Hodson and the Transparent Mortgage team for over 1 year now, both personally and professionally, as I work on the Symphony Tower office suite with them. Beau, Heather, and Elena are people I have come to know and trust. I will continue to refer family and friends to them because of the commitment and personal service I have seen them give to their clients time and time again. There are many mortgage brokers and mortgage lenders here in San Diego, but very few that operate with the level of honesty and integrity that Beau and his team does. When it comes to Transparency they are much more than just the name, they walk the walk. They also specialize in FHA, VA mortgages and VA home loans, which is great because my sister and several of my friends are in the service currently, and may very well be looking to buy in the future.
Having been in the real estate and lending business for 25 years I can say that companies like Transparent and brokers like Beau are not easy to find. I was looking for a very specific product to refinance a rental property and Beau found it. He then proceeded with a loan process that was efficient, upfront and fair. I look over my deals with a fine tooth comb and Beau’s model is representative of the name. And because of his product choices he can match the most aggressive rates out there. I highly recommend Transparent.
We can’t thank Beau and his staff enough for making our transition back to California such an easy one! We were a bit anxious about doing everything from 2500 miles away, but it was so helpful with the virtual dashboard to keep us informed every step of the way! We are loving our new home and being back with family! Awesome company!
Being a first-time home buyer was intimidating. My husband had owned property before but this was my first experience. Beau and the Transparent Mortgage team did a great job at simplifying the process and explaining every step of the way. His team was easy to communicate with and they responded quickly when we had any questions. They also pulled together the financial side of things really quickly to make sure that we could close on our home on time. Whether this is your first home-buying experience in San Diego or if you are looking for an excellent team to help you through the mortgage process, I highly recommend working with Transparent Mortgage.
I had no prior experience in purchasing a home and chose to work with Transparent Mortgage because of their Yelp 5 star rating and relevant/helpful reviews. After meeting with Beau and Elena in person, I was satisfied with their professionalism and decided to move forward with getting pre-approved and purchasing a home. In our first meeting, they asked me what form of communication was best for me as opposed to assuming one form or another and wasting countless man hours. From the very beginning, Beau and his team were clear and concise with what they needed from me as well as realistic when it came to setting a timeline. I was never lost or confused about where we were in the process. Each step was executed quickly and without error. If something were to pop up along the way, I was informed immediately in order to meet the various checkpoints on time. Any and every question I had was clarified or referred to someone who could provide clarification. I always felt they had my best interest in mind. I was offered multiple mortgage options and presented the pros and cons of each option. I never felt coerced or deceived. Each step or decision that was made by either myself or Beau was explained and the impacts of that decision were also made transparent. When I told my friends and family I was considering buying a house I suffered through countless horror stories about falling out of escrow or losing a dream home due to inactivity by the mortgage company. After closing, I have nothing but great things to say about Transparent Mortgage. I have and will continue to recommend Beau and Transparent Mortgage to anyone interested in purchasing a home.
My fiance and I had found our dream home in Minnesota and had started out with a local lender who we were long time customers with in May of 2015. We were pre-approved by this lender and went all summer (the seller wanted one last summer in their house) believing we had done our homework and as soon as I sold my house we would be good to go. Middle of August the local bank refused our loan. Transparent Mortgage was a referral and I called them immediately. Within a month we had closed and are now living in this very special home on the river. Without Beau’s rockstar team (Adam Rachlin and others) and their creativity, connections and speed we would have lost this home. Adam was “on it” it from the start and was patient and able to explain every step of the process. I’m indebted to them and very thank full we found Transparent Mortgage.
Transparent Mortgage was recommended to me from a trusting friend. I spoke to Beau Hodson about my situation and the amount of time i had been trying to find a banks/credit unions in helping me refinance my parents home and save their mortgage from continuing to rise (ARM 5 year). All denied my situation because of my debt to income ratio. Beau made the impossible happen, he was able to help me get everything together and show that I was capable of achieving taking on another mortgage. Transparent Mortgage had me informed all the way through the funding process with email, phone conversations and a dedicated dashboard site which tracks the progress of all the documentation and response with the lenders. Thank you so much. I will push my parents to refinance their home with Transparent Mortgage, once again Beau Thank you.
I was looking for someone to help refinance my home and the company choice for me was Transparent Mortgage. They had been recommend highly by many friends of mine, so it was an easy decision. Being the professionals they are, refinancing went fast and smooth. They gave me multiple options and guided me on which would be the deal one for me. So my recommendation is if you need quality team working on your refinance Transparent Mortgage is the one!
A friend referred me to Beau and I’m glad he did. Beau never sounded rushed or agro when I spoke to him and he always returned my calls immedately. I didn’t think my refi would be a simple one but Beau kept things positive and moving along in the right direction. He made it all happen without a hitch. As Heather was working on my refi she kept me in the loop during every little step and was a pleasure to work with. Thanks to a great team and I would recommend them in a heartbeat.
Great company to work with! My husband and I got pre-approval easily and stress-free. Beau and Elena have been very professional, always responded to our phone calls and answered all of the questions that first time home buyers might have. I highly recommend to get a loan through Transparent Mortgage, they have great selection of products and competitive rates! Nothing but only positive experience! They gave us lots of advises how to improve our credit scores, very helpful!
Beau Hodson of Transparent Mortgage and his staff deserve recognition. They reported daily via computer daily progress reports. The report reflected the day’s progress as well as the next days necessary steps. His company is called Transparent because that is what it is- transparent. There is no guessing or hidden fees. Quite the contrary; Beau was able to find us credits, rates and other strategies for saving me money. Ethical and upfront. I would highly recommend his services.
This is the second refinance I’ve done with Beau, and I wouldn’t dream of going to anyone else. Beau and his staff are knowledgeable and patient, and clearly explained every step of the process to me. Beau and Heather are a pleasure to work with, and I am so grateful to them for all their help. I highly recommend Transparent Mortgage.
Stop! Look no further. If you’re in need of a mortgage broker/lender Beau and his team at Transparent Mortgage are the best in the game. My fiancé Justin and I were referred to Beau via our Real Estate Agent, and what a five star referral it turned out to be.
Justin and I found the perfect house to make our own…….a once in a lifetime kind of home. With tight timeframes required as part of the escrow process and with EMD on the line, we needed a team that could deliver and that’s exactly what they did.
We are both Type A personalities, and my fiancé is very particular about how things are done. Beau and his team exceeded even our high expectations. The entire escrow and loan funding process was fraught with challenges…..Murph
Although I can’t imagine us ever wanting to leave our dream home, I do know that Transparent Mortgage is the only mortgage broker/lender we would ever use if we were to buy something else. We will also refer all of our friends to them. Thank you, Beau, Heather, and the rest of the Transparent Mortgage team!
I highly recommend Beau as your broker for your next home! Beau was referred to me via my FA and he worked diligently to find me the specific mortgage I was interested in. I was extremely impressed with Beau’s professionalism, responsiveness, and lobbying for me (the consumer.) Beau has strong relationships with his partner banks and you truly feel that you’re being catered to specifically due to Beau being on your side. In my case, Beau didn’t even take a commission and referred it to one of his partners who had a very specific loan that met my needs. I would and plan to recommend Beau and Transparent Mortgage to anyone looking for a loan.
Selling our home of 39 years in Pennsylvania and buying a new one 3000 miles away was a bit “daunting” —scary–and yet exciting. Beau and the team at Transparent Mortgage took the scariness out of it for us — so very informative, responsive to every one of our 100+ questions. They were utmost professionals! We highly recommend them to anyone buying a home.
If you are looking to refinance your home Beau Hodson and his team at Transparent Mortgage are hands down the best in the industry. They provide exceptional service and did a phenomenal job refinancing my house. Beau is extremely knowledgeable, trustworthy and direct in his communication which made me feel very comfortable during the whole process. Beau is a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend him to all my friends and family.
Beau and Heather were amazing – as first time homebuyers we were fairly “lost” but TSP made it easy for us to understand the process. They also have a lot of great tools like a visual dashboard that shows step by step progress towards securing the loan. I would highly highly recommend them (and using a mortgage broker in general). 5 STARS!
A friend recommended I get in touch with Beau about refinancing. I’ve got two properties and emailed him about both to see what he could do. I appreciated his quick and honest replies. He recommended against doing anything with the first property since it wouldn’t be in my best financial interests but mentioned he thought he could do much better on the primary home mortgage.
He stands by his work and delivered the APR exactly as promised. His company provided daily updates without fail, so I was never left wondering where we were in the application process we were. Transparent Mortgage even checked in a few weeks after the whole process was complete to make sure we knew how to contact the new lender.
I would definitely work with Transparent Mortgage in the future.
I would give more stars if I could. There are no words to describe Beau’s dedication and hard work. He helped me refinance my house in the middle of a contentious divorce. Just to put his tenacity into context, this was in the middle of the holiday season when offices were closed for the holiday break and the refinance needed to be completed before the end of the year (an obviously tight deadline to meet). I would receive multiple updates by Beau everyday letting me know where everything stood and the options available to me. He walked me through every step of the process. I have referred him multiple times to family and friends looking into buying a house. He provided an outstanding and invaluable service! He makes the impossible happen.
I have completed multiple real estate purchases and refinances and I wish I had found Transparent Mortgage sooner. Beau and his team make the process understandable and painless in a way that I had never experienced working with other loan brokers or directly with the banks. They can explain the loan process thoroughly and are an incredible help with processing all of the necessary information in closing a loan. I am happy to extend my highest recommendation for Beau and the rest of the team at Transparent Mortgage, and recommend them to my own clients and friends on a regular basis.
From my first introduction to Beau Hodson and Transparent Mortgage my needs and expectations were met. Beau is a true professional. He understood my needs, extremely tight timeline as well as the fact that I had a understanding of his business and knew what I wanted and how I wanted it structured. As our deadlines approached and Beau was receiving pressure from all sides, he remained cool and collective and communicated only facts and realistic timelines. I am very appreciative of Beau and his approach. I will not only use him again, I will recommend him as a standout in an industry plagued by its past.
Beau and his team delivered quality service and care from beginning to end. While one hopes any service provider meets these requirements, Transparent Mortgage takes the experience to the next level through their due-diligence, proactive follow-up, and knowledge of the process. Initially, I was referred to Beau and Transparent Mortgage after informing a friend that I was looking to refinance and going through the Lending Tree online process and search. The issue I had with utilizing that service is the endless phone calls received from solicitors and the extraordinary time commitment. Anyone looking to refinance their mortgage or gain industry knowledge about what the process should feel comfortable reaching out to Transparent Mortgage. I valued their perspective, advice, and counsel.
Beau and his assistant Heather are fantastic! Extremely knowledgable when it comes to refinancing, and a real pleasure to deal with. They answered all my emails, phone calls and texts with tremendous efficiency! They truly understand customer service, and will do whatever it takes to help you throughout the process. Thanks again Beau and Heather you guys rock!
Beau’s commitment and dedication to his customers is what sets him apart from other Mortgage Brokers. His work ethic, professionalism and integrity towards communicating each and every step of the way is informative and accommodating for new home buyers. When choosing a mortgage broker to work with, I highly recommend you start with Beau and Transparent Mortgage.
My wife and I were first time home buyers recently and we can say only positive things about our experience with Beau. I was blown away by how easy he and Heather made the process for us. He took time to explain the whole escrow process and was very prompt at responding to our questions and kept us at ease throughout. Thank you to Heather for her daily status updates. I will definitely use Beau for our future refi’s and/or with our future purchases. I will absolutely refer him to anyone I know.
Just completed a new mortgage for a home purchase. First time we used Beau and Transparent. Awesome experience. We’ve done a lot of house purchases and refi’s; used a lot of brokers over the years and even a few banks. None of them hold a candle to Beau and Transparent Mortgage. Beau came by way of a referral from a trusted co-worker. Turned out to be a great referral. Thanks Heather for the daily end-of-the-day update. No doubt I’ll use you folks again. And I’m proud and confident to refer everyone to you
I recently used Beau and Transparent Mortgage for finance on a property purchase in San Francisco. Beau has aptly named his company because all my dealings were totally transparent. This deal could only take place following a sale in another State and timing could have derailed the deal. Beau presented me options which dealt with almost every contingency. I didnt use an agent and his advice was always forthright and detailed. Beau has also taken on a very competent team in his office who forwarded me an update at the end of every day until escrow. I recommend Beau and Transparent Mortgage highly.
I highly recommend Beau for your loan service needs. He worked with me from the outset to explore many possible loan configurations until we landed on a product that worked for my specific needs. At this point we work closely over a holiday period to find the best available rate. Once we locked in, Beau advised us about each step of the time crucial closing process – this saved us time and a considerable amount of money. Over and above all of these finer points, my greatest recommendation for Beau is simply this: If you are like me you will probably find the real estate process extremely frustrating at times, but by choosing to work with Beau you can at least guarantee that your loan processing will frustration free and timely.
Beau and Heather have helped me on multiple transactions as my mortgage broker. Their home loans are extremely competitive, second only to their level of customer service. Beau is a great mortgage broker, and his is extremely nice. They are very communicative along the way, and they have a very high level of integrity. If you need a home loan, give them a call
Beau’s excellent service has helped my client’s first home buying process as smooth as can be. His knowledge and expertise has helped ease and guided my clients thru today’s seemingly endless stringent mortgage hoops. Beau and Heather, they are just what you needed for an on time closing and more importantly, happy and satisfied Buyers.
Beau is an excellent mortgage broker who provides a level of expertise way beyond what most people get these days when doing a loan refinance or home purchase. Through Transparent Mortgage, Beau’s excellent knowledge and service offers every client a hands-on approach that actually keeps you in the loop about your loan from day one all the way through closing. If you’re looking for a mortgage lender that truly cares about you, and will be there for you when you have questions or need advice even after your loan closes, stop searching and give him a call.
If you are looking for a mortgage broker to purchase a home in San Diego, look no further. Beau Hodson has great experience as a mortgage broker and has an impeccable track record at getting home loans funded in a timely manner. His enthusiasm and knowledge in the mortgage industry is refreshing and sets a new standard for closing home loans. I highly recommend Beau for anyone who is seeking honest advice on purchasing or refinancing their home.
Beau Hodson was referred to us by a friend to refinance our manufactured home. Only a few lenders will finance loans on manufactured homes, Beau worked hard to find us the best rate. The search was not easy, Beau stayed with us for months and two lenders to make it happen. He kept in touch all through the process. We have already recommended his service to several of our friends.
As a first time home buyer the process can be slightly overwhelming. I know one aspect I do not have to worry about is the loan. At this point Beau has been there every step of the way and gotten back to me on rate options in an extremely timely manner (even getting a rate breakdown for me on a weekend before he left on vacation). Knowing Beau on a personal level, I have always known that he would be my first call when I started to look and I have not been disappointed. Nice to be able to just concentrate on finding the right place and not have to be concerned about the financing. Thank you for being transparent.
I have known the Founder of Transparent Mortgage, Beau Hodson, both personally and professionally for going on 10 years now. As a native Southern Californian, my interactions with Beau always remind me that he is not originally from the area (Beau grew up in Alaska). At the risk of knocking my fellow Southern Californians, the reality is that the honesty and forthrightness with which Beau conducts himself can be lacking at times in an area that places a premium on appearances. Beau possesses a powerful combination of competence and integrity. Honesty and trustworthiness, two qualities which Beau personifies, are paramount in any industry where professionals are paid on commission. The clients I have referred to Transparent Mortgage have always received first class service and been secure in the knowledge that Beau was acting in their best interests. During the rare instances in which Transparent Mortgage has not been able to provide the most competitive product for my clients, Beau has referred them to another firm where he knows they will get a better deal. Truly a class act.
I recently went through Beau for to refinance my home. The market lately has been so volatile and Beau did an amazing job giving me daily updates, sound advice on my options and great follow through on all the details once we locked in a solid rate. Beau is a true professional and he went out of his way to ensure we got the best deal done. I highly recommend him to anyone needing an honest, trustworthy and knowledgeable mortgage broker. He exceeded my expectations!
My husband and I used Beau to purchase our first home together. He made the process very easy and always kept us updated on the status of our loan. We were able to close our VA loan in less than 30 days with closing costs significantly less than quoted by others thanks to his hard work. We have already recommended him to a few of our friends and will continue to recommend him to anybody that is looking to purchase a home.
I had the pleasure of purchasing a home with the help of Beau Hodson at Transparent Mortgage. This process was very easy all because of Beau. I live in Washington State and was able to do all paperwork via email and fax without any problems. All of my questions were answered quickly and I never felt like I did not know where we were in the loan process. I wanted to close early and Beau was able to expedite all the paperwork more quickly then I had hoped for. I would highly recommend Beau to anyone for a home mortgage!!! In fact, I’m hoping to use him again in the near future for a rental property.
My husband and I decided to refinance our home and had looked into the banks to do so, but found them to be unhelpful. We got Beau’s contact info and talked to him about this matter. I can’t say enough on how professional he was. He handled everything in a timely manner and with little stress for us. The numbers were right on and things went as he said they would. He answered all our questions, kept in contact though out the whole process and had excellent follow up. I have since given his information to others and will continue to do so. I also know that if and when we purchase more property we will be giving him a call. Had the best experience.
My wife and I finally decided that, “…this is the year that we are buying a house!” I was referred to Beau by another one of his satisfied customer’s brother. While we have been married for five years now, my wife and I could not be more different as individuals. I am a numbers guys, she’s a feelings girl; I work in a corporate environment, she’s a self-employed wellness provider; I want the facts; she wants the personal connection. Fortunately, Beau was able to serve us both with extreme effectiveness. It was incredibly difficult to get us funded because being self-employed means “hide all your income”. I merely had to give Beau our accountant’s number, and he did the rest as far as explaining how tax returns should be structured and how financial documents should be organized. As far as working with our real estate agent went, again, we were very hands off while Beau contacted and communicated with her in complete autonomy. We went through two escrow processes (due to me and my wife’s inability to decide on something we both liked) that were each fairly short (25 days and 20 days). Both times, Beau gave me the exact amount of information I needed to make a decision, and waited for my response. If we asked his opinion he gave it, but if we choose a different path, he pursued our choice with reckless abandon until the job was done. Beau was more excited than us when the loan closed because he likes making his customers happy. I couldn’t recommend a better “Loan Guy”. He will be mine from now on.
Beau Hodson at Transparent Mortgage helped me secure a mortgage for the purchase of our home. He provided top shelf service throughout the process including always making himself available (by phone, email, or text), taking the time to answer my many questions (and doing so quite candidly and clearly), and delivering on what he represented. He helped us meet a very tight timeline including getting a conditional loan approval by Day 20 of escrow! Even more impressive than his speed was how much genuine pride and care he took in his role, which ultimately gave me confidence and peace of mind throughout the process that we were in great hands — and indeed, we were. I would not hesitate to highly recommend Beau to my closest of friends and family.
I’ve worked with Beau on a number of occasions to refi my mortgage. Each time has proven to me the wisdom of my choice. Beau is honest, direct, and quite efficient. Understanding my needs, he’s successfully found the best product. And during the refi process he’s always available to guide you through the process. Plus, when he happened to be out of town when we closed our most recent loan, he emailed and called repeatedly (from Alaska!) to make sure everything was set. Its truly a pleasure to work with him.
I was referred to Beau Hodson via a friend who Beau has provided his services to her business and friends for years. Beau was quick in return of my first message, got me on board with all the supported/required documents such that I was placed in the best position for beating the best interest rate. Beau was sincere and very patient with all the questions and requests that I may have. His team was also very helpful, efficient, and professional. They were able to make all last minute changes when my partner changed his mind on the loan/title terms. The loans were closed quickly, accurate and in good terms. The best part was Beau’s services did not stop after the loans were closed. Beau was still available after its close when I had additional questions. He still returned my calls promptly. He surprised me when he called to follow up with me about my first payment. I had missed my autopay setup due to a long business trip. Beau has saved me from the embarrassment and the late fee for calling me when the payment was due in 3 days, so that I was able to make the payment in time. I highly recommend Transparent Mortgage to everyone, business or amateur (like me) customers. I have connected to Beau in LinkedIn just because I want to be sure I will be in contact of his company and can use their services should there is any needs in future for me and my friends. Beau is currently helping me on a loan of my second house.
Beau is the real deal: professional, competent, and compassionate. A family referral for Beau brought credibility; we got more. He spent a year relentlessly aiding our search for a refinance product appropriate for our investment property. He not only delivered a colleague with the correct product, but also, continued to provide customer service throughout the tedious process. We are not sure how he was compensated since another company provided the refinance product, but his attention to client needs and ability to execute were both priceless. Thank you Beau!
My wife and I were looking for our first home in 2010 and Beau’s services came highly recommended by our accountant. Beau was able to close our short-sale purchase in less then 20 days and landed us a great loan! Being engineers my wife and I are very analytical, although we were novices in the mortgage industry. Beau was excellent about keeping us updated and informed during the process and always presented us the options in a very transparent manner. Beau proved to be very efficient, available and trustworthy and we were so pleased with his results that we trusted him with the refinance of our home and cabin in 2012. We have continually referred friends and family to Beau over the past 3 years and will continue to do so in the future!
Beau was fabulous to work with! It seems getting a loan these days is extremely difficult, but Beau made the process so easy. Let me give some background. I live in Nevada and was purchasing a second residence in California, so all of my interaction was from a distance and to top it off just had a baby. He was ALWAYS available and did the worrying for me! He very knowledgeable on lenders as well as the market. Beau came recommended to me and I am so pleased with the work he has done. I will complete my review by saying, I will continue to use Beau and highly recommend him.
I’ve worked with Beau since May of 2008 and he has closed a half dozen loans and refi’s for us. He is trustworthy, very efficient and professional. He was able to close the last loan in September of this year in record time…21 days!! He has been very flexible given our hectic travel schedule and always finds a way to get the job done. If you are in need of a new loan or refinance, I highly recommend Beau Hodson.
We recently refinanced the mortgage on our primary home, and Beau again did a fantastic job. I have now used or worked with Beau on 4 different mortgages, and he is always very knowledgable about the market and very willing to provide recommendations and advice on the best options for us.
I would highly recommend Beau to anyone looking for a new or refi mortgage (I did recommend him to two of our friends when they moved to CA from AZ several years ago, and they also had a great experience).
Mr. Hodson at Transparent Mortgage was a pleasure to deal with throughout the process of buying our first home in Southern California. He delivered a mortgage with a great rate and communicated consistently and effectively with our lender in order to get our loan approved and funded by our preferred closing date. Mr. Hodson is very professional and personable and I would recommend him to anyone looking to buy or refinance a home.
I am currently working with Transparent Mortgage on the purchase of our first home. Not knowing too much about how the mortgage process especially with the additional hurdles I have to take as a self employed applicant, they have been able to answer all my questions quickly and honestly. They have also been giving me great advice about how best to get qualified for the loan I am seeking. Compared to other banks I have worked directly with in the past and other mortgage brokers, Transparent Mortgage seems to really care and not just treat me as another applicant to process through the system.
As a first time home buyer, Beau Hodson helped me through the entire mortgage process when I purchased my home. He was knowledgeable, helpful and always willing to answer questions.
I was anticipating a huge ordeal when we bought our home trying to get through all the paperwork and could not believe how smoothly everything went. I have referred Beau and Transparent Mortgage to my family members and will continue to refer family and friends who are buying homes or refinancing his way.
I can not speak highly enough about the quality of service I received from Beau Hodson and Transparent Mortgage.
Transparent Mortgage’s help, guidance and patience with our recent home refinance were unparalleled. Transparent Mortgage was honest and reliable throughout the whole process — from keeping their eye on rates for us to lining us up with the best mortgage possible to being there to answer any and all questions we had. While we have only bought one house (and now refinanced it once), Transparent Mortgage was the first “player in the housing game” we’ve worked with who has been completely on our side, meaning that never once did we feel like Transparent Mortgage’s own motives were driving our conversations or decisions. We will definitely be recommending them. Whether someone is a new client or veteran homeowner, we have no doubt that Transparent Mortgage will deliver the same quality service and sound advice that we received.
My husband and I recently worked with Transparent Mortgage on our home refinance. We were really impressed with the personal attention and service we received. I can’t imagine large banks comparing to the level of follow up and care we experienced. We were also thrilled with how low the rate was for our refi. At the end of the day we wanted to save money but also wanted great service … we definitely got both. We’ve already recommended Transparent Mortgage to several friends.
I have had the opportunity to work with Transparent Mortgage refinancing two properties in 2011 – one investment property and our home. On both occasions it was a relief to have someone working in my best interest and helping streamline a process that is becoming increasingly difficult and convoluted. My questions were always answered clearly; all emails and phone messages were returned quickly. Transparent Mortgage worked honestly and diligently for me, not the banks, through both refinances and helped me lock in excellent rates. They provide fabulous personal service and they know their business. I have already referred several friends and business associates to them and will unhesitatingly use them in the future.