Stephen Barber at Guaranteed Rate (NMLS #57715)

Stephen and his team were all extremely helpful in navigating my home buying situation and were very transparent, communicative and diligent on their end. Stephen was also very eager to answer all of my questions and explain the process step by step since this was my first time buying a home
Apr 29th, 2023

I recommend Stephen and his team at Guaranteed Rate without hesitation. Stephen worked hard and efficiently to navigate us from pre-approval to closing of our first single-family home in the Bay Area. Stephen was receptive to all our complex questions about the lending process. He spoke cordially, clearly, and directly. Right from the beginning, it was evident that we were in good hands. He was highly responsive when preparing the pre-approval letter for our formal offer and continued to be proactive at every step, thereafter. Stephen is highly experienced in navigating the real-estate market in the Bay Area. His work is well known and highly regarded. We benefitted from this first-hand when he advocated for our offer with the Seller's agent (whom he had worked with in the past) and assured the agent that we were well prepared to navigate the closing process smoothly and quickly. Leading up to closing of escrow, Stephen and his team were FAST! You could tell that the team was in sync and up-to-date the whole way through. Stephen kept us in the loop and informed of the discussions and timeline. Whenever we had questions about how to respond to specific requests, Stephen made sure we understood the pros and cons of the decisions we were making. This was helpful as a first time buyer. Thank you so much, Stephen! Home buying is always complex and stressful, but your help and support helped minimize this in every way possible.
Aug 19th, 2022

I recommend Stephen and his team at Guaranteed Rate without hesitation. Stephen worked hard and efficiently to navigate us from pre-approval to closing of our first single-family home in the Bay Area. Stephen was receptive to all our complex questions about the lending process. He spoke cordially, clearly, and directly. Right from the beginning, it was evident that we were in good hands.He was highly responsive when preparing the pre-approval letter for our formal offer and continued to be proactive at every step, thereafter. Stephen is highly experienced in navigating the real-estate market in the Bay Area. His work is well known and highly regarded. We benefitted from this first-hand when he advocated for our offer with the Seller's agent (whom he had worked with in the past) and assured the agent that we were well prepared to navigate the closing process smoothly and quickly.Leading up to closing of escrow, Stephen and his team were FAST! You could tell that the team was in sync and up-to-date the whole way through. Stephen kept us in the loop and informed of the discussions and timeline. Whenever we had questions about how to respond to specific requests, Stephen made sure we understood the pros and cons of the decisions we were making. This was helpful as a first time buyer.Thank you so much, Stephen! Home buying is always complex and stressful, but your help and support helped minimize this in every way possible.
Aug 8th, 2022

Stephen was absolutely great to work with. He helped me and my wife secure financing for our recent home purchase. He's hyper responsive, takes the time to explain the details / fine print and is very transparent / honest. Have already recommended him to family / friends looking for financing. Thanks Stephen!
Jun 10th, 2022

Stephen was absolutely great to work with. He helped me and my wife secure financing for our recent home purchase. He's hyper responsive, takes the time to explain the details / fine print and is very transparent / honest. Have already recommended him to family / friends looking for financing. Thanks Stephen!
May 11th, 2022