Fidel Dorado
Sales Manager | NMLS #241054
In today's real estate industry, sound advice is hard to come by. There is an overemphasis on interest rates, fees, and speed of transactions, often neglecting a thorough understanding of loan programs and strategies. I believe educating pr... Show More
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8:30 AM to 5:30 PM(Open now)
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8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
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Excellent communication and friendly professional service
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June 17th, 2026 04:02 PM
Thank you, Cyndi, for highlighting the excellent communication and friendly professional service you experienced. We're grateful and appreciate your kind words. We look forward to working together again in the future.
Fidel Dorado and the team at Zabe Mortgage have been helping my family for over 14 years. They helped us buy our home, and ever since then, they have been our first call whenever we have questions about buying, refinancing, or home financing....
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June 18th, 2026 05:50 PM
David, I'm grateful for your kind words and ongoing trust over the years. It's wonderful to know that you find our team at Zabe Mortgage, including Esmeralda and Aylin, friendly and helpful. Speaking Spanish to make the process smoother for...
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Eric did an outstanding job throughout my loan process! He maintained great communication, discussed all my options, and overall was well-informed. I felt confident and secure when buying my house!
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Reply from Fidel Dorado
June 11th, 2026 07:09 PM
Runggu, thank you for highlighting the after-hours support you received. We're pleased it was helpful during your purchase process with us, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.
Fidel and his team will does excellent work
Eric was always quick to reply and extremely patient. He worked diligently never pressuring us into something we wouldn't like. He was thorough about the numbers and ensuring we knew what we were getting into. He was amazing in explaining the...
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Fidel and Zabe have always helped our family. We will continue to go to Zabe because they make us feel comfortable and make everything so easy to understand. They are patient and explain every detail to us. We recommend anyone to Fidel Dorado...
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June 8th, 2026 06:13 PM
Thank you, Miguel, for sharing your positive experience with Fidel and the ZABE Team. We're pleased to know they made the process comfortable and understandable for your family. Your recommendation is greatly valued, and we're here to help...
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Fidel Dorado has received a review with 5 star rating from Nohemi P
From the very first time I contacted Fidel for a loan, he was attentive and answered all my questions. His team would also follow up with me right away.
Reply from Fidel Dorado
May 28th, 2026 11:50 PM
Pedro, we appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that Fidel and our team were attentive and responsive from the start. It's good to know that your questions were answered promptly throughout the process. Thank you for sharing your experience...
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I recently refinanced my home with ZABE Mortgage, and I can honestly say the experience exceeded every expectation I had. Going into the process, I was nervous, overwhelmed, and honestly felt very vulnerable. But from the very beginning, Fidel...
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Reply from Fidel Dorado
May 28th, 2026 10:09 PM
Patrick, we're pleased to hear that your refinancing experience with our team exceeded your expectations. It's appreciated to know that Aylin was able to provide the support and responsiveness you needed throughout the process. We appreciate...
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About
In today's real estate industry, sound advice is hard to come by. There is an overemphasis on interest rates, fees, and speed of transactions, often neglecting a thorough understanding of loan programs and strategies. I believe educating prospective and current homeowners on the range of loan options available is crucial. I pride myself on taking a comprehensive approach to home lending, treating every client as a unique opportunity to provide a 360-degree view of their options. I aim to tailor a loan strategy that aligns with their financial goals and overall health. As families grow and their circumstances change, I remain committed to providing ongoing educational guidance to ensure they maintain peak financial wellness.
Products & Services
Mortgage Loan Officer
FHA Home Loan
VA Home Loan
Down Payment Assistance
Conventional Home Loan
Mortgage Refinance
Fixed Rate Mortgages
USDA Loans
Qualified Mortgage Pre-Approvals
Non-QM
Specialities
First-Time Homebuyers
Second Homes & Investment Properties
Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)
Home Equity Loan (HELOAN)
FHA/VA, Conventional, USDA
Down Payment Assistance Programs
ITIN Loans
Rehab Loans
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Positions
- ZABE Mortgage Group - Sales ManagerFeb 1st, 2000 - Current
Memberships
- Trust Engine Community
- Lender Marketing Platform Community
- Madera Association of Realtors
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Year Started
2000
Time Zone
Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Licenses
- NMLS #241054
Awards
Achievements
- Loan Officer of The Year (2022 & 2021) - Golden Empire Mortgage, Inc.
- Top Loan Originator Recognition (2011 - 2023) - Golden Empire Mortgage, Inc.
- Top 1% Mortgage Originator in America (2016 - 2023) - Mortgage Executive Magazine
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Disclaimer
"Golden Empire Mortgage, Inc. (""GEM"") [NMLS ID No. 2427] is a California corporation whose principal business office is located at 1200 Discovery Drive, Ste. 300, Bakersfield, California 93309. GEM is a residential mortgage lender and servicer licensed by the Department of Business Oversight pursuant to the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act under license no. 413-0360. GEM conducts residential mortgage lending activities in the following additional states as follows:
Arizona: GEM conducts business in the state of Arizona as Golden Empire Mortgage, Inc. under Mortgage Bankers license no. 0906440 issued by the Arizona Department of Financial Institutions.
Colorado: GEM conducts business in the state of Colorado pursuant to a Mortgage Company Registration issued by the Colorado Division of Real Estate.
Oregon: GEM conducts business in the state of Oregon under Mortgage Lending License no. ML-2891 issued by the Division of Finance and Corporate Securities, Department of Consumer and Business Services.
Texas: GEM conducts business in the state of Texas as GEM Mortgage, Inc. pursuant to a Mortgage Bankers Registration issued by the Texas Department of Savings and Mortgage Lending. Notice to Texas Loan Applicants
Washington: GEM conducts business in the state of Washington under Consumer Loan Company License no. CL-2427 issued by the Washington Division of Consumer Services, Department of Financial Institutions."