Cardinal Financial Company Reviews 593

TrustScore 2.5 out of 5

2.5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They sell your information regardless even afterwards when my loan was sold to other company. I did use the company 10 years ago now I get junk mail that sponsor by cardinal mortgage

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brian followed up with us to the detail the whole way through our new build timeline (9months!), proactively gave us heads up info, answered all of our questions and concerns, and worked with us throu... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cardinal Financial and specifically Charlie and Matt went above and beyond to make themselves available for any questions we had, day or night. They did an amazing job competitively and got us a great... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME HERE, as we have learned the hard way… closing date after closing date after closing date…. As lock rate fees climb climb climb. Poor communication…. At its worse. We were tol... See more

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  1. Non-Bank Financial Service
  2. Financial Consultant

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Cardinal Financial® is ending the mortgage mayhem. Powered by our living loan engine, Octane®, we deliver Speed to Mortgage™ with certainty from application to close—real approvals, real numbers, and real confidence. With operations in all 50 states, we're combining automation with human expertise to turn lending complexity into clarity. Cardinal has earned the coveted status of approved lender for Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and Ginnie Mae and is an approved lending institution by the FHA, VA, and USDA. Driven by innovation and a commitment to doing what's right, we're building the future of modern home lending with every clear, confident close. Cardinal Financial is a national mortgage lender offering home purchase and refinance loans through its loan engine, Octane, to borrowers in all 50 states. Founded in 1987, Cardinal Financial has been helping borrowers navigate the home loan process for nearly four decades. Cardinal Financial offers conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, and jumbo loan options for purchase and refinance, helping borrowers across all 50 states and DC find the right home loan for their needs. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or refinancing your current home, Cardinal Financial's process delivers a fast, transparent path to closing. Cardinal Financial helps homebuyers and homeowners explore mortgage options and close with confidence from day one. Learn More: www.cardinalfinancial.com or follow us on Facebook (@cardinalfinancial), Instagram (@cardinalfinancial), and LinkedIn (@cardinalfinancial). Cardinal Financial Company, Limited Partnership NMLS #66247. Equal Housing Opportunity.


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TrustScore 2.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Personal and Professional Service

All of those who helped me at Cardinal Financial were professional, helping me work through the different layers of getting my loan in completed. Wes and Guy went over and above what was needed to get my loan qualified and funded. I would recommend Cardinal Financial to anyone.

1 February 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Thank you for the review and recommendation, Barbara! We’re so glad we were able to assist in your journey as a homeowner.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

NON-PAYMENT

As a notary, I took a signing for Omnia Title Corp. When I arrived at the signing, the signer decided to change her mind and not sign. At this time, I called the loan officer contact, Steve D of Cardinal Financial Company in Charlotte, North Carolina. After speaking with the signer, Steve informed me to that the signing wasn’t going to take place and I would be paid for the mileage and print fee. After several months passed, the signing was forgotten for the moment. After going through the years signings / audits, it was then noticed that the signing had not been paid. At this time, I called the loan officer, Steve. While speaking with him, I noticed he seemed a little put off that I called him about the payment. He asked questions such as, why you waited so long to call. I explained to him I had no reason to believe he wouldn’t pay. Steve didn’t seem to want to take responsibility for the fact that despite how long it took me to call, the fact is, I shouldn’t have had to call at all. He then told me he’s not responsible for paying me, the person that is responsible for paying me would be someone named, Jonathan R of Omnia Title Corp.
I then call Jonathan and explained the situation to him. He didn’t seem to have a problem with the paying and he also understood that I shouldn’t have had to call and ask for payment in the first place. Jonathan informed me that he would pay me my print and mileage fee and I should receive it in a week or so.
After a couple of weeks of not receiving my payment, I called him again. Johnathon informed me that the payment was scheduled to leave out this week and I should receive it in a few days. To date, I still have not received my payment.
Unfortunately, it seems if these companies will not pay you unless you ask for your payment and if you wait too long to ask for payment, they see that as an opportunity not to pay. Beware of these organizations.

30 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

We are sorry to hear that you did not have a positive experience and that you experienced frustrations. We would like the opportunity to speak with you regarding your experience. At your convenience, please contact our Customer Care department at (855) 957-6405 or via email to customercare@cardinalfina­ncial.com.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Experience a lendee should expect and…

Experience a lendee should expect and more! We really had a great experience and the process was so smooth. Working with Dawn Vakula made all the difference for us. I cannot recommend Dawn or Cardinal enough.

29 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and share your experience! We appreciate you recommending your awesome LO! Please be sure to contact Cardinal if you need anything in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Service by Cardinal Financial

Cardinal Financial and Michael Tang were very resourceful, creative and diligent in closing my refinance. Michael always offered very creative solutions and alternatives. Cardinal Financial was able to close on the refinance where 3 other companies failed to.
I highly recommend Cardinal Financial for their customer focus.

26 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Thank you for the review and recommendation, Parag! Thanks for your feedback. We take pride in providing excellent service, and we're thrilled you were happy with your experience. Please let us know if Cardinal Financial can do anything else to help in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best experience ever refinancing a home.

Best experience ever refinancing a home. Jake B. took the time to actually explain everything. Smooth online portal for providing documents and getting updates on the process.

26 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

That is awesome to hear, John! The Cardinal loan team works hard to help customers like you all day, every day, so we’re glad to see you had such a great experience with us. We’ll make sure your review is shared with the team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Park City Mortgage

I used Cardinal Financial to get a mortgage in Park City. The entire process was extremely simple. They are experts in the region. Importantly, the seller's agent also recognized Greg as a trustworthy lender, so when he indicated that he was confident in my ability to close, my bid was chosen.

19 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, Jeffrey! The Cardinal team takes pride in providing excellent service, and we're thrilled you were happy with your experience. Please let us know if we can do anything else to help in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience with Alex

Great experience with Alex. I was referred to him by my realtor and I'm so glad I was! He was very responsive, and answered all my questions throughly. Whole process was so quick and easy!

19 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

We love to see this, Laura! Thanks for your review, and please keep Cardinal in mind for future home financing. We're always here to help!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As a Local Ohana we appreciate and…

As a Local Ohana we appreciate and blessed for all that Darren has done for us. He treated us like we was his own family as we would say "Hanai". He did all that he could to help us get into our very first Hale. And we are so greatful for that. From answering my million and one questions to helping me understand it all. Took the time to answer all my calls and not take advantage us. He even understood our situation and found a way to get us into our home. Words can't even explain how thankful and greatful we are. Mahalo nui loa Darren may Ke Akua bless you and your ohana always. I will miss saying Aloha to you but I know I still can. I would totally recommend you. Couldn't have done it with out you. This Hale is beautiful a dream come true. I am now a "Homeowner" thanks to you. May you keep thriving and help others. Aloha 🤙🏽🙏🏼😇💯💜 from the Kimura/Kamana Ohana.

18 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Ah, so kind! Thanks for sharing your experience, Theresa! We'll pass your review up the chain to make sure your LO gets the credit they deserve. Please let us know if there's anything we can help you with in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5-Star Customer Service from Sabrina

Efficient customer service, knowledgeable about the requirements and responds immediately to text messages/inquiries/status of application even if beyond office hours.

17 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

We love to see this, [Jane. Thanks for your review, and please keep Cardinal Financial in mind for future home financing. We're always here to help!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Time to time updates

Time to time updates, super responsive and knowledgeable inputs helped me take the right decision towards my loan process. They have great industry domain knowledge and provided right guidance at right time. I would recommend this lender to all friends and family.

17 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Come one, come all! Thanks for the review and referral, Rekha. We can’t wait to help them out as well! If you need anything in the future, be sure to give Cardinal Financial a call!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very professional

Very professional, good communication is always appreciated.

17 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Thanks for your review, Lorena! We're happy to see that the Cardinal loan team was able to help you purchase your home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Refinanced my mortgage

Everyone that handled my loan was very pleasant and easy to work with. I was provided with sufficient advice and information. I’m so glad this is the company i ended up with.

17 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

We love to see this, Cheyanne! Thanks for your review, and please keep us in mind for future home financing. The Cardinal team is always here to help!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First time homeowner

This was the first time buying a home and they made it stress free. Very professional. Always helped and answered any questions.
Thank you

17 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

It was our pleasure, Vincent! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with Cardinal Financial. We’re so glad we were able to assist in your journey as a homeowner and look forward to the chance to work with you again in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience with the Cardinal Incline village, Lake Tahoe

Great experience with the Cardinal Financial team in Incline Village! Highly professional and very knowledgeable! Excellent communication by their team throughout the loan acquisition process. They provided consistent updates. Processed information in a very thorough and timely manner. They completed the loan approval process ahead of our schedule with no issues. I felt very comfortable with the group from our initial conversations to the completion of the process. I would highly recommend them and when the opportunity arises, I will work with them again!

13 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

We love to see this, Russel! We're so happy your experience with Cardinal went above and beyond. Thank you again for the review and recommendation. If we can ever serve you again in the future, we're happy to do so!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jim Vandegriff made the transaction…a pleasurable experience

Jim Vandegriff made the transaction move flawlessly,
even as several bumps in the road were encountered.
Jim is a consumate professional and I now consider him
a good friend.

10 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

This is awesome to hear, Robert. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with Jim. Thank you for choosing Cardinal Financial to help purchase your new home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I purchased my beautiful new home on Jan 7th 2022

I purchased my beautiful new home on Jan 7th 2022. Simply put, without my loan officer, Sonia Nangia, this would have not been possible. And this is not an overstatement at all.

From the beginning, this was an incredibly complicated and difficult transaction involving 3 other co-signers. In fact, my loan was already denied by another lender after the initial approval. But Sonia took the wheel, steering all involving parties. Without any exaggeration, I have never seen any professional, regardless of which field they are in, work hard and ferocious as Sonia does. There were countless calls, emails, updates, and at the end of the day, she will simply refuse to take no as an answer; she would work until everything is done.

Once again, it is because of Sonia Nangia, I’m writing this testimonial in my lovely sun-filled living room. She is simply the best

10 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your fantastic experience with Sonia! Our people are our greatest asset and we take pride in knowing that they have provided you with superior service. We look forward to working with you again in the future for all of your home loan needs!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cardinal Finacial

Cardinal Finacial, Sharon Starke in particular were amazing to work with. Thorough and meticulous. Got a great loan at a great rate. Communication was incredible. 5 stars. A+. Top notch. Cannot recommend enough.

4 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Wow, that means a lot to us, Kevin! We’re so grateful for your business and appreciate the kind positive feedback. Please let us know if there's anything Cardinal can help you with in the future!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Worst Mortgage Company ever

We have only been with Cardinal Financial fir 2 months. It has been an absolute nightmare. To start with their online sire says to make first payment via snail mail. We waited a month fir our check to be cashed but then payed online so we would not be late. 6 weeks later we receive our check back saying that we paid twice. They had our check the whole time but never cashed it. They just let me worry and pay again. Now our Hazard insurance Co is saying they never received payment from Escrow. Cardinal says they sent. Again via snail mail, 3 weeks ago. They can't do anything about it not arriving for 45 days. By then our insurance will cancel. Don't bother calling them either. Their agents are trained to repeat the same thing over and over. They cannot help uou at all. I don't even think any of them even know what the company they are working fir does.

4 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

We aplogize for any miscommunication and thank you for bringing this to our attention. We would like the opportunity to speak with you so that we can assist. At your convenience, please contact the Cardinal Financial Customer Care department at (855) 561-4944 or via email to customercare@cardinalfina­ncial.com.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our experience with Cardinal Finance …

Our experience with Cardinal Finance was a positive experience thanks to the diligence of two employees who worked on our case. We were first approached by Chase who asked us if their agency could help us through a refinance after we were severely scared by another company and almost lost our home. Michael O'Hara then stepped in and helped us refinance our home through Cardinal Finance at a much lower rate of interest, lower monthly payments and no balloon payments. Michael O'Hara I s a true caring individual. He is very professional but helps people because he cares and does not treat individuals like they are inadequate because they don't understand procedures or forms.
All individuals who helped us through our refinance were kind and helpful. Working with Cardinal Finance was a positive experience

4 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Thank you for letting us know about your positive loan experience with Michael and the Cardinal team. It is always our goal to provide a positive experience and we are so glad to hear that we met your expectations. We look forward to working with you again!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My Loan Originator Ann-Marie's vast…

My Loan Originator Ann-Marie's vast knowledge of mortgage lending helped me get into my beautiful home. I am so grateful to Ann-Marie and the team at Cardinal for their excellent customer service.

4 January 2022
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

We love receiving this kind of feedback! Thanks for taking the time to share your experience with Cardinal Financial. We look forward to serving you again in the future.

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