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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Quick funding. Easy to work with
Reply from Binta Hidra
July 10th, 2026 05:08 AM
Derek, I'm glad to hear that you found the funding process quick and easy to work with. Thank you for sharing your positive experience!
I recently had the pleasure of working with Griffin Funding for financing two rental properties, and I couldn't be more satisfied. My family and I currently live overseas, which made the process particularly challenging. However, the Griffin...
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Reply from Sarah Howell
November 21st, 2024 07:52 PM
Thank you, Jeff!
Working with Jeanne at Griffin Funding has been seamless. She is professional, attentive, and always makes sure my clients and I are up to date in knowing where we are at in the process of our transaction. She is an integral part of Griffin...
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Reply from Binta Hidra
July 10th, 2026 05:06 AM
Leigh-Ayne, I'm glad to hear about your positive experience working with Jeanne at Griffin Funding. It's great to know she has been professional and attentive to you and your clients. Your recommendation means a lot, and I appreciate your kind...
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Charlie, Lisa, Molly and the whole Griffin Funding Team are an absolute pleasure to deal with! Their knowledge and expertise in their profession are second to none. They have made my first experience in the investor arena a positive one, all...
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Reply from Binta Hidra
July 10th, 2026 05:06 AM
I'm so pleased to hear that Charlie, Lisa, Molly, and the entire Griffin Funding Team provided such a positive experience for your first venture into investing. Your kind words about their knowledge and communication mean a lot. Thank you for...
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Great loan office been doing business with griffin funding Inc for the past few years and have been very happy with the work they do and the people who work with us are very nice and friendly!!! Will do more business with them in the future!!...
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Reply from Binta Hidra
July 10th, 2026 05:06 AM
Micky, I'm grateful for your kind words and for trusting Griffin Funding Inc over the years. It's wonderful to hear that you've had such positive experiences with our team. I look forward to continuing our business relationship in the future!...
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Katie Olivares and her team were great! Helped me get a DSCR loan approval and funding with in 2 weeks.
Reply from Binta Hidra
July 10th, 2026 05:06 AM
Minh, I'm glad to hear that Katie Olivares and her team provided you with such a positive experience. It's great that they were able to assist you efficiently with your DSCR loan approval and funding.
Worse customer service ever !!!
I was try to get more info about HELOC
And lady was very rude and No knowledge
Christopher Jose and Lisa Ortmeier were very helpful. They went above and beyond what is expected of them to close the loan. Thank you Griffin!!!
Reply from Binta Hidra
July 10th, 2026 05:06 AM
Sanjeev, I appreciate your kind words about Christopher Jose and Lisa Ortmeier. I'm glad to hear they provided such helpful service in closing your loan. Thank you for acknowledging their efforts!
Wow! Dave and Lisa from Griffin Funding were awesome! They stuck by me through the whole process. Several companies turned me down to refi my house but Griffin Funding was able to help me. I appreciate you so much! Thank you!!!Ms. Thornton
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Reply from Binta Hidra
July 10th, 2026 05:06 AM
Tyree, I'm glad to hear that Dave and Lisa from Griffin Funding were able to assist you successfully. It's great to know they provided the support you needed throughout your refinancing process. Thank you for sharing your positive experience!...
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Griffin Funding came through with an exemplary and expedient mortgage processing effort. This was a stellar team performance from start to finish. Many thanks to Charles Toll, Emily McPharlin, Andromeda Moreno and Kari Krasovic. Bravo!!
Reply from Binta Hidra
July 10th, 2026 05:06 AM
Leslie, I'm glad to hear that you had such a positive experience with Griffin Funding. It sounds like Charles, Emily, Andromeda, and Kari did a great job in assisting you with your mortgage processing. Thank you for sharing your kind words!
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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
Time Zone
Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Licenses
- NMLS# 1333968
Disclaimer
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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