Sarah Howell at Griffin Funding
Loan Officer | NMLS #1333968
Sarah Howell is a Montana native and expert mortgage advisor with a Finance degree from the University of Montana. Since 2015, she has served at Griffin Funding, becoming a top San Diego specialist in VA, DSCR, and Bank Statement loans. Her... Show More
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Couldn’t thank Andromeda, Samara, and Malik enough for making my first time home ownership process very easy and smooth sailing. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for top tier service. Go with this company!
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March 31st, 2026 12:00 AM
Thank you, Austin. We're thrilled your first-time home buying experience was smooth and easy. We'll share your kind words with Andromeda, Samara, and Malik — they’ll be delighted. We appreciate the recommendation and are here if you need anything...
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This company successfully implements a team focused approach that works! After finding Griffin using an AI search for best lenders working in DSCR loans we were amazed as Josh, Andromeda, and Jennifer shared responsibilities and made for a...
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March 31st, 2026 12:00 AM
Kevin, thank you for the fantastic review and for recognizing Josh, Andromeda, and Jennifer. We’re glad our team-focused approach and expertise with DSCR loans created a seamless close after you found Griffin via an AI lender search. We appreciate...
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Sarah and her team were amazing and quickly executed every part of the process, on top of vastly beating the competition in interest rate
Reply from Sarah Howell
March 27th, 2026 11:35 PM
Thank you so much Brett! Always a pleasure working with you!
Andre, Richard and Nick were extremely helpful on my home refi. From start to closing it had to be the smoothest and least painful experience I've had with any lender. True professionals...
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March 31st, 2026 12:00 AM
Jimmy, thank you for the wonderful review. We're thrilled Andre, Richard and Nick made your refinance so smooth and painless from start to closing. Your recognition of their professionalism means a lot to our team. We look forward to helping...
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San Diego Headquarters has received a review with 5 star rating from James A
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March 31st, 2026 12:00 AM
Thanks so much for the 5-star review, James! We’re thrilled you had a great experience and truly appreciate your support. We look forward to serving you again and are here if you need anything.
I sought Griffin Funding after being turned away from my credit union. As a landlord, I own several properties, and conventional financing was no longer an option. I literally had 2-3 weeks before a ballon payment out of a hard money loan....
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March 31st, 2026 12:00 AM
Felicia, thank you for taking the time to share your experience and for trusting Griffin Funding when you were up against a tight deadline. We're so glad Josh and Andromeda were able to secure a DSCR loan and resolve the issues before your...
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I had an excellent experience working with Griffin Funding. From start to finish, their communication was consistent, clear, and actually helpful. I was always kept in the loop, never had to chase anyone down, and every question I had was answered...
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March 31st, 2026 12:00 AM
Kate, thank you for the wonderful review and for trusting Griffin Funding with your loan. We’re thrilled to hear our clear communication, responsiveness, and speed made the process smooth without feeling rushed. We pride ourselves on handling...
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Sarah helped get our loan completed after the previous loan officer left. Sarah reached out during the transition. With the help from Liz and Sarah we were able to get to closing.
Reply from Sarah Howell
March 13th, 2026 10:06 PM
Thank you Mark, it was a pleasure working with you!
As a business owner it can be a struggle getting a traditional home loan. I was searching on Grok and Griffin Funding came up. I was skeptical at first, but gave them a call and the whole process was super easy and now I'm in my new home! Jack...
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March 31st, 2026 12:00 AM
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review and congratulations on your new home. We’re thrilled Jack and Adriana made the bank statement loan process easy and that we could help a fellow business owner. We appreciate you trusting Griffin...
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Great company!!! I was initially denied through my credit union of over 20 years because I am self-employed. I reached out to Griffin funding and was approved for a home equity loan in less than 24 hours. The whole process was extremely quick...
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March 31st, 2026 12:00 AM
Andrew, thank you for sharing your experience and for recommending Griffin Funding. We're thrilled we could help after your credit union couldn't and that the approval and funding timelines met your needs. We appreciate your trust and are glad...
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About
Sarah Howell is a Montana native and expert mortgage advisor with a Finance degree from the University of Montana. Since 2015, she has served at Griffin Funding, becoming a top San Diego specialist in VA, DSCR, and Bank Statement loans. Her record is impressive. By March 2026, Sarah assisted 655 families with over 292 million dollars in financing. This includes 350 VA loans at 178.87 million, 65 Bank Statement loans at 27.2 million, and 57 DSCR loans at 13.92 million. Licensed in 28 states, she uses a consultative style for veterans, entrepreneurs, and investors. Sarah focuses on long term goals rather than just rates. Based in Little Italy, she enjoys the outdoors and the local food scene when she is not delivering results for her clients.
Products & Services
Mortgage Loan Officer
FHA Home Loan
VA Home Loan
Jumbo Home Loan
Conventional Home Loan
Mortgage Refinance
Non-QM
Fixed-Rate 40-Year Mortgage
Cash-Out Refinances
Home Equity Loan
Bank Statement Loans
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Positions
- Griffin Funding - Sr. Mortgage AdvisorJan 1st, 2015 - Current
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Licenses
- NMLS# 1333968
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Griffin Funding. NMLS 1120111. VA Approved Lender ID: 9088650000. State Licensing: https://griffinfunding.com/state-licensing/. Equal Housing Opportunity Lender. All Rights Reserved. NMLS Consumer Access. Corporate Office 2445 Fifth Ave, Suite 401, San Diego, CA 92101.
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