

Darren McLellan
Team McLellan

We believe successful homeowners – who have a plan to maximize their wealth and minimize their monthly expenses – make better neighbors and build stronger communities for us all.We created the NEO logo as a symbolic commitment to our relati... Show More
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We recently purchased a home using Back Bay Funding. As first time homeowners, Darren and his team took the time to explain each step of the process, starting with getting to know us as a couple. He is very knowledgeable in Orange County real...
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Darren and Mellissa are very helpful. They are knowledgeable and easy to work with. We are thankful for their excellent service and professionalism. I'd recommend them for your mortgage needs.
Darren and the team at Back Bay funding provided superior service in a timely professional and informed manner. They gave me the best options for my last refi. The team brought everything to me, making it easy for me at every step of the way....
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The second loan I've done with Darren and his team and once again they shined. Getting loans done these days regardless of your credit score is an arduous task but Darren and Back Bay made this as smooth and painless as possible. Thanks again...
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My husband and I just completed two loans with the McLellan Team at Back Bay Funding in Newport Beach. The first was a refinance of our primary home and the second was a new loan for a smaller home in our neighborhood for my mother. They were...
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Darren and Melissa were fantastic to work with and had my back through the whole loan process. You know you are dealing with the best when the realtor compliments you on your finance team! Darren is on top of his game ... he knows the industry...
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July 11th, 2018 12:00 AM
Thank you Chris! You are an absolute pleasure to work with. We are grateful for your trust in our team and we wish you many happy years in your new home.
Highly reccomend Darren and his team at Back Bay. The entire process was painless and efficient. They always kept me informed on the variouse stages of the process and provided the guidence needed to get things done fast.
Darren and his team are top notch. I have done 2 personal loans and over 10 loans for my clients and his service is unparalleled. He always has the answers and has always been on time or ahead of schedule.
Darren was extremely helpful right from the beginning. When we decided to start looking for a house Darren clearly explained the process and assisted us in getting our preappoval. He was quick to communicate and was clear and concise with requests....
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Darren was great. We were first time home buyers, unfamiliar with the process, and Darren was super patient and very responsive to all of our questions. Absolutely recommend his services.
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We believe successful homeowners – who have a plan to maximize their wealth and minimize their monthly expenses – make better neighbors and build stronger communities for us all.We created the NEO logo as a symbolic commitment to our relationship with you. We believe the closing of your home loan is where our relationship and guidance begin.As your financial situation evolves and changes, we will be the constant guide you can count on. We aspire to become the most valuable person in your life when it comes to real estate and finance.Ultimately, our success as a company is not measured by how many loans we do, but by how successful you become.
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