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

593 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

These guys are amazing!

Matt and his team were amazing with communication. We needed a lot of hand holding and help with what we needed to provide and they always answered our questions. We felt Matt really fought for us to get into a home we absolutely love!

9 December 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

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

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding Service and Results!

Sharon and the Cardinal team made the entire refinancing process a breeze. Everything went quickly with no surprises and we were extremely happy with the results. We would gladly recommend them to anyone who needs any financing!!

8 December 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Thank you for the review and recommendation! We appreciate you sharing your experience with Cardinal Financial and we’re so glad we were able to assist in your journey as a homeowner!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Above and beyond

I work a job that makes me travel a lot. And due to this we came into a few road bumps along the road. Donni and his team went above and beyond to help get the process done due to my personal road bumps. It was extremely easy to work with this amazing group of people.

30 November 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Thanks for your review, Robby! We're happy to see that Donnie and the Cardinal loan team were able to help you purchase your home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service. Shirley and her team did a great job with getting all the paperwork prepared and signed. Thanks.

30 November 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

It was our pleasure, Timothy! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're happy to see that the Cardinal loan team was able to help you purchase your home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Extremely happy!

Alan was the absolute best and we couldn’t have done it without him! So communicative and helpful in every way.

23 November 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

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

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My experience with my loan advisor was…

My experience with my loan advisor was great. Jim Clements was knowledgable and yet personable.

22 November 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Thank you for letting us know about your positive loan experience with Jim. It is always our goal to provide a positive experience and we are so glad to hear that we met your expectations. If you need anything in the future, be sure to give the Cardinal team a call!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Experience!

My loan officer was always available to help me understand the loan process and always helpful and transparent.

19 November 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Thank you for your review, Jonathan! It's always great to hear wonderful feedback on our Loan Officers. 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 is top shelf !

Incredible diligence on the part of my loan officer Vanessa Stoudt. What a gem ! I can definitely recommend Cardinal Finance.

19 November 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Wow, that means a lot to us. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and share your experience with Cardinal Financial. If you need anything going forward, be sure to give us a call!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Painless Refinance

The whole refinance process was easy and quick with Cardinal. Steve answered all my questions, guided me through the process and improved my financial situation.

16 November 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

That's great to hear, David! Thank you for the review and for sharing your experience with Steve and the Cardinal financial team. It was a pleasure to help you refinance your home!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Successful Refinance with Zack Hamed

Zack Hamed and his team offered competitive terms, were professional and friendly, and honored their commitments to us. Thank you for a successful refinance, Zack!

12 November 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

That's great to hear! We're happy to see that Zach and the Cardinal loan team were able to help you purchase your home.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

My experience began soon after the…

My experience began soon after the application was submitted, with one of the most inept professionals I've come in contact with. First he kept insisting that my promissory note needed to be signed and dated by my lender. I had to explain that only the maker of a note needs to sign, which is myself.
Next he wanted my income tax returns. I told him I was on SS and wasn't required to file. He said that was a misnomer and per IRS SS income did have to be filed. So I sent copies of my year end 1099's which clearly state my SS income doesn't require filing. He had no choice but to become quiet on that subject.
By now I was getting concerned at his lack of knowledge. And it wasn't over yet.
I needed an FHA appraisal transferred from another lender, they are good for 120 days. He was worried it wouldn't transfer in time. I told him FHA allows a 30 day extension, if loan approved before the 120 days expires. He wanted to know where I got that from. I replied, do a search...FHA Appraisal 30 day extension. This is someone who handles FHA loans.
His emails exhibited more and more attitude each time I showed him he was wrong.
Finally I had enough when he told me FHA requires charge offs to be paid. I told him FHA rules state they don't have to be paid off, but once again he insisted.
After this exchange I cancelled. I've never experienced anything quite like this, having to educate someone who lacks knowledge of the product their selling.
I sympathize with all the people whose loans were affected by his misinformation.
I saved all the email correspondence between us, in the event that he denies anything.

12 November 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Hello,

We apologize and are disappointed to hear that you experienced difficulties with the Cardinal Financial loan team during the loan process. We work continuously to ensure the proper training of all of our loan officers. We would appreciate the opportunity to gather some additional information from you regarding your experience. At your convenience, please contact our Customer Care department at (855) 561-4944 or via email to customercare@cardinalfina­ncial.com.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5 Stars

Melissa is a great person to work with! She is very friendly, helpful, efficient, and responsible. She is always available. We are so pleased with her service. She is definitely the best.

11 November 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Thanks for your review, Estefany! We're happy to see that the Cardinal loan team was able to help you with your home loan needs!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Alex Moore from Cardinal killed it with…

Alex Moore from Cardinal killed it with my refi! Thanks so much Cardinal!

9 November 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

That is awesome to hear, Alex! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and share your experience with the Cardinal Team. We look forward to helping you with all of your future home financing needs!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best Mortgage Refinancing Ever!

After I submitted an online application with Lending Tree, Chris Clark at Cardinal Financial was one of the very first lending representatives to contact me. His follow-up questions were clear and concise and he moved the process along faster and with a better cost structure than any lender. I was very impressed with their online system, Octane, and the docu-signing made remote documents easy and timely to close. Highly recommend.

9 November 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Thank you for the review and recommendation, Dirk! 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

Molly worked with me to help our family…

Molly worked with me to help our family obtain the home of our dreams. We couldn't have asked for a better loan originator. She was on our side and helped make the process seamless and the transition much less stressful then we had originally anticipated it to be. She really went out of her way to help make our dream of homeownership a reality.

Great experience!

8 November 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Wow, that is so awesome to hear, Esther! It is always our goal to provide a positive experience and we are so glad to hear that we met your expectations. If you need anything in the future, be sure to give Cardinal Financial a call!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I felt like they were my advocate and…

I felt like they were my advocate and looked for solutions rather than advising when there were road blocks ahead.

8 November 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

That is so awesome to hear, Robert! We always love seeing great reviews like this and we thank you for taking the time to share. Be sure to contact Cardinal Financial for all of your future home loan needs!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From first hone contact to last text…

From first hone contact to last text message these people were absolutely great. They delivered on what they said they would do. When a problem arose, they solved it. I highly, highly recommend this company.

8 November 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Thank you for the review and recommendation, Susan! Be sure to keep Cardinal in mind for all of your future financing needs!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Commitment and Teamwork

Bill and his team were exceptional! No one else worked as hard as his branch at any point in this move. He and his staff were continuously available and answered every question I had. They worked to resolve my issues day and night. They were able to get my loan approved and closed in record time. Thank you to all at Cardinal.

3 November 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

Thanks for sharing your positive experience with Cardinal Financial, Chris! It was our pleasure to answer all your questions and get your loan approved quickly. If you need anything in the future, be sure to give us a call!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I just love this lady

I just love this lady, even though she is a liberal lol.

Made my process for refinancing my home quick and easy, thank you so much again .

3 November 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

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

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very fast and smooth process … stress…

Very fast and smooth process … stress free for us…

2 November 2021
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Reply from Cardinal Financial Company

That's great to hear, Dylan! We're glad the Cardinal Loan team could make the process fast and stress-free!

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