Nicholas made me believe that there are still amazing people in the world! I’m deeply grateful for all his help.
Nicholas was very responsive and always had time for questions!
"I had the absolute pleasure of working with Nicholas Akel as my loan officer, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. From the very beginning, Nicholas was vibrant, approachable, and extremely knowledgeable about every aspect of the loan process. His professionalism and enthusiasm made what could have been a stressful experience into one of the smoothest transactions I’ve ever had. Nicholas took the time to explain every detail clearly, ensuring I was always informed and comfortable with each step of the process. He was incredibly patient, answering all of my questions with a depth of knowledge that truly showcased his expertise in the field. It was evident from the start that he had a thorough understanding of the mortgage industry and was committed to making the process as seamless as possible for me. One of the things I appreciated most was his proactive communication. Nicholas kept me updated every step of the way, from the initial pre-approval all the way through closing. I never had to wonder where we were in the process, which made me feel completely at ease. He was always just a phone call or email away, responding quickly and with clear answers to any concerns I had. The entire process, from the moment I applied to the day I closed on my home, was handled with the utmost professionalism and care. Nicholas ensured that everything was completed on time and without any unexpected issues. I felt completely confident in his ability to manage the process, and he exceeded every expectation I had. His vibrant energy, combined with his dedication to providing excellent customer service, made the experience both enjoyable and stress-free. He truly went above and beyond to make sure that I not only understood the process but that I was also getting the best possible terms for my loan. His guidance and expertise were invaluable, and I am so grateful for his hard work. If you are looking for a loan officer who is knowledgeable, reliable, and genuinely cares about his clients, Nicholas Akel is the one to work with. He made the home-buying process smooth and enjoyable from start to finish, and I cannot thank him enough for the incredible job he did. I would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone in need of a top-notch loan officer. Also, teamwork makes the dreamwork so a special shoutout to Kristen Dandrea and Frank Rosello for your help along the way.
Nicholas was fantastic and super helpful, I have never bought a house, he walked me through the process very very professionally. I wish him and his family the best carma ever. Thank you
Nick was very kind, patient, and thorough throughout my home buying process. He never hesitated to take the time to explain details if I was confused or to call me for reassurance. I highly recommend him, especially if you are a 1st time homebuyer.
Nicholas was excellent. Thorough communication and explanation of each step. Took the time to answer all of our questions. Very knowledgeable of the process. Even our realtor was impressed and pleased with the attention that Nicholas gave us
We are so thankful that we had Nicholas helping us. No matter how many questions or concerns we had, he took his time answering them bringing clarity to the situation. We knew every time we spoke with him he had our best interest in mind. We were blessed to work with him and out of everyone we worked with in this process, he was the most impactful. Thank you again Nick and we look forward to working with you in the future.
Nick walked us through the whole process from start to finish. Ours was a unique circumstance and Nick remained in constant contact from approval to closing
I was assisted and informed on all details of the loan process. When I had questions regarding closing costs and expected closing date, I was responded to by members of the team to clarify my concerns immediately
Long before I decided to do business with Nicholas, he took over an hour’s worth of time from his busy schedule to break down the mortgage loan basics and application process – even beyond closing on the home – with me. His expertise and experience with the process – combined with his concise explanations and prompt responses – made him invaluable to me as a first-time buyer.
Clear communication along the entire process
Nicholas was very helpful through the process. He answered all of my questions quickly and thoroughly. He also gave me a lot of options since the beginning to be able to get the loan for the home that I wanted and best fit me. I would recommend to any home buyer
The best experience ever! The professionalism of Nick, amazing at what he does!
Nick was very attentive and helpful throughout the whole process. Couldn't have had for a better person
He explained everything I needed help with. For a first-time home buyer, he made my life a lot easier. I couldn’t have asked for a better person to buy my first house with. He does an amazing job explaining everything I needed to know and answering every question I asked."
Thank you so much, Nick! You helped me so much with buying my first house and made the process very smooth and stress-free. I was guided throughout the whole loan process and always got my questions answered very quickly. I will recommend all my friends. Thank you again!
Nick was fantastic and very thorough throughout the whole process. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to buy.
Upon first contacting Nicholas, he was able to give me a full breakdown of my likelihood of being able to purchase a home. He gave tips on how to improve our chances of becoming a homeowner and when we were ready to begin the home buying process, he was there every step of the way.
Communication, sincerity, and care throughout this entire process really made me feel appreciative of everyone within his team.
Nick was excellent in every way. He was responsive to all questions at all hours and on weekends, helped us get an excellent rate, walked us through the process, and made everything simple and easy to understand. He was extremely professional, friendly, and understanding. I highly recommend him and his entire team.
Nick is very professional, unique, lovely with the client, a lot of patience, smarter, incredible, intelligent. I was in the best hands—without him, my dreams would not have come true. He is highly organized and responsive to my inquiries. Every question to him has a proper answer. Dedicated, always available, and easy to reach.
Nicolas was great and provided great communication.
Phenomenal job! Open communication, quick and smooth closing! Smart guy—always watching the market and locked in a rate before they shot up! Sitting very pretty now. I highly recommend Nicholas to both first-time buyers and experienced investors
I had the pleasure of working with Nicholas G. Akel as my Mortgage Loan Originator, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. Nicholas demonstrated exceptional knowledge and expertise in the mortgage industry. He was attentive, responsive, and always available to address any questions or concerns. He tailored mortgage options to my financial goals and made the entire process smooth and stress-free.
Being a first-time homebuyer felt so easy. The guidance was there, the process was smooth, everything was perfect!
Nicholas was on his game. Very communicative. Great job.
Nicholas helped her throughout the process, answering all questions and following up weekly. He was approachable and transparent.
Nicholas and his team made my first-time home buying experience easy and straightforward. He was available even after hours and always transparent. I highly recommend him
Nick was very kind and knowledgeable, making my home buying process smooth.
Akel was amazing from day one, taking the time to listen and care.
Nicholas was knowledgeable, patient, and got the job done
Nick was thorough, communicative, and kept us at ease throughout the process.
Nicholas went above and beyond, making the experience painless.
Great communication and smooth process
Nicholas was communicative and helpful throughout the entire process
Nick made everything feel less stressful and explained everything with patience and guidance.
Nicholas was professional, went above and beyond to explain documents, and was patient.
Very helpful, knowledgeable, and had excellent communication skills
Nicholas made my first home purchase painless and enjoyable, with thorough communication and dedication.
Nicholas went above and beyond even after closing, continuing to check in. Highly recommend for first-time buyers.
Nick made everything clear and explained all options, helping me through the overwhelming process. Highly recommend!
Nick prepared us from day one and had backup plans ready. He was always available to answer questions.
Nick told us the truth, even when it was hard to hear. He was always available and was a calming presence during an anxious process.
He was very informative and helpful throughout the process.
Nick’s attention to detail was excellent. He was always available, even at difficult hours.
Nick guided us through the process, was available for questions, and provided thorough information. Highly recommend!
Nick was a consummate professional
Made closing possible, even when I had some problems with another lender that could not close my loan after 5 weeks.
Very helpful and great communicator. Always replied promptly. Will definitely use Nick again!
Nicholas was always available to answer all my questions. I felt at ease knowing I could reach out anytime.
Nicholas is competent, knowledgeable, and very careful. I’ll recommend him to anyone buying a home.
Nicholas was organized and helped with any questions we had in a timely manner.
Nick was patient, responsive, and trustworthy. I couldn’t imagine going with anyone else. Highly recommend!
Nick communicated in a timely, professional manner. He answered all questions and was great to work with.
Nick was insightful, responsive, patient, and always had our best interest in mind.
Nicholas was amazing, always available to answer questions and went above and beyond to guide me through the process.
Nick’s honesty, transparency, and attention to detail exceeded my expectations. Highly recommend!
Nicholas is awesome and very responsive. Always available when needed.
Nick is professional, patient, and respectful. He’s like a good friend. Always there for us.
Nicholas made me feel special. He always took the time to make me understand every step.
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