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Non-Warrantable Condominium Loans

Just when I thought my nightmare is going to repeat itself when I am getting into another condo with litigation, I found Don. Don was able to assist with financing... read more my mortgage when no other major banks were willing to deal with a HOA with litigation. I was able to close on-time and at an expected rate. I highly recommend Don for financing your mortgage! (I wish I knew Don several years ago!!!)

I've worked with Don on two occasions and have been extremely satisfied with his services. He is professional, knowledgable and helped me secure loans on non-warrantable condos very quickly.... read more He was extremely proactive both times I worked with him and the loans closed without a hitch. Thanks!

Overall, Don did well to communicate and complete the transaction for my file. It was reassuring to know he had a vast knowledge of the type of loan I needed... read more which allowed for a speedy process when it came time to close escrow.

We made an offer on a condominium March 5th. We were with a broker who had no experience with unique HOA issues and there was one big issue. The... read more broker was reluctant to admit he was inexperienced with this type of loan challenge. Our realtor advised that we should work with another broker. Don Maher started working on the loan and we closed in less than a month. We are so grateful to Don for his expertise and professionalism. We closed on our condo June 25th and we are very happy!!

Great experience. Don was extremely easy to work with, got us a great rate, and was a true pleasure to work with. Highly recommend

Mr. Don Maher represents the very best of the mortgage refinancing business. He is knowledgeable, efficient, and eager to assist his clients to make the process so seamlessly completed. ... read more Thank you Don for your excellent service.

They were one of the few lenders that could do the loan I wanted and were great to work with.

If you need a loan for a condo with an open litigation, don't waste your time with any other lenders. Just go straight to Don and he'll get it done.... read more I learned the hard way trying to go with my original lender that enticed me with a low rate. They assured me they could get it done... that was a bunch of hogwash. Don specializes in this for a reason: he's the best at what he does.

I had the pleasure of working with Don Maher as my loan officer, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. Don was not only incredibly responsive and always ready... read more to help, but his wealth of experience really shone through. He efficiently got the job done, and I highly recommend him for anyone in need of a loan officer. Thank you, Don!

Don Maher with Universal Mortgage was very professional and streamlined the process. We were unable to secure a loan because it was a non-warrantable loan and we planned to... read more walk away. The HOA contact gave us Don's contact and he was able to give us a great loan with a low fixed APR. I highly recommend Don for any non-warrantable loan you you need.

So now it is 2020, another pleasure working with Don again. He reminded me that the rates are low enough to warrant review of my existing loan. He... read more is patient enough to provided several scenarios at my request. 2/26, today everything is closed, and hassle free process for the past few weeks. Don thank you again. 2018: Don and his staffs saved my stress level. We need to close in a short time frame. Don and his staffs were very efficient and delivered. During the process, they answered tons of questions from us and kept us informed. So thank you Don.

speed of service was great. it took about 2 weeks to close my refinance on my condo. Don and Jaime were responsive in answer all my questions and streamlined... read more the process.

Great experience working with Don and the team at Universal Capital Mortgage. They know how to get mortgages for products other people won't or can't handle. Go to them for... read more non-warrantable condos, you won't be disappointed.

I have been selling real estate for over 20 years and Don Maher is one of the best lenders who I have ever worked with. He is fast, friendly,... read more and talks straight.

Both Jamie and Don are extremely professional I would highly recommend them to anyone in need of a loan.

Don Maher has been an incredible advocate and partner for my mortgage needs and requirements. He is reliable, responds rapidly throughout the day (and night!), and finds the very best... read more rates to ensure you are confident about proceeding with these milestone home purchases!! He specializes in California, and despite not being able to facilitate a loan for a particular state I was looking in, he offered to speak with me and provide free advice. Don isn't purely here to transact - he's here to build great relationships and help you succeed. Can't recommend him enough!

I bought a condo under litigation so I couldn't go through the traditional lenders. I got a list of around 5 lenders that can perform on this type of... read more loan. Ultimately, I picked Don due to his responsiveness and rate. It was truly a smooth experience.

Don and Jamie were a great help for me securing a loan on a condominium that others wouldn't deal with. I would highly reccommend them if you're looking for prompt,... read more professional, and easy to communicate with people.

Don was quick to respond to my inquire and was able to help us fund a condo other lenders refused because of a pre-existing condo litigation. He was able to... read more get us a great rate too, considering the condo's difficulty in getting approved. His assistant Jamie was very helpful keeping me updated on status and answering our concerns.

Excellent professional service provided by Don and his team. I contacted Don after other brokers fail to meet the loan requirements due to their lack of knowledge on non warrantable... read more loan for a condominium. Don assured me that he can close escrow within the very limited time we had and he surely did. We were very pleased with his service, knowledge and experience. I highly recommend him for mortgage financial needs.

This was a very easy process, thanks to this office and our guide, Gregg Lustig. Thank you!

I’ve completed two closings on my condo with Don at Universal Capital Mortgage. It is a pleasure to work with him. He is knowledgeable and will work to... read more help you get the best rates quickly with the least amount if hassle.

I'm a former real estate broker, so I've worked with many mortgage brokers. As a major nit-picker, I fear for the sanity of anyone with whom I have to work... read more - especially on a personal basis. YET here, Don Maher at Universal Capital never flinched no matter what I tossed him. Always even keel, friendly, responsive on the phone, he offered alternatives whenever we hit a snag. As of this writing, I've done TWO transactions with him, and, without hesitation or even comparison shopping, I would do many more. I even tell my friends and other agents about him. You want someone who knows the market, the rates, where an individual stacks up, who knows how to work with the underwriters, and most particularly, someone who can provide the information that is essential for making decisions that affect one's life. That's Don.

Don is a true professional and made the process seamless. He was available 24/7 and provided excellent communication throughout all phases of the transaction. Highly recommend.

Don Maher and his staff at Coast 2 Coast were great to work with, very professional in communication, and got the job done despite a challenging timeline. We couldn't be... read more happier with our new home, and I would highly recommend working with Don for your loan!

Don was extremely quick with processing our loan. All our questions were responded to within minutes. We will use them for every loan in the future. Thank you

UCMC/Don was instrumental in securing a loan for a non-warrantable property. These kinds of situations come with a lot of issues, and often times, frustrating moments. Don was professional and... read more walked us through ALL of it. We'd recommend UCMC/Don to anyone needing support with a difficult home loan.

As a first-time home buyer on a free-lance income I had dim hopes of financing an unwarrantable condo (litigation) after cycling through four brokers without success. Don Maher got me... read more approved on terms better than anticipated, and his confidence, efficiency and professionalism were terrific peace of mind when I needed it. I am blessed to have found him and look forward to working with him again!

Don knocked it out of the park on his loan for my client. The condo association had too many owners and not many could do the loan. Don... read more not only was able to get it done, but he got it done quickly and with no issues at all. Very professional.

Don and Jamie got me out of my current loan super fast. A very difficult loan for my Pasadena Condo which they got done leaping through hurdles others couldn't do.... read more I tried two other lenders and they both failed.

Don was amazing in helping me get my dream home. I fell in love with a condo where the HOA was under litigation with the developer and therefore no traditional... read more bank would give me a loan for it. I was about to lose it to a buyer who came in with all cash, but Don was able to get me a pre-approval letter stating that I was pre-approved not only for a loan, but specifically for that building despite the litigation. Not only did that pre-approval letter help me win a bidding war (there were 6 other offers), but we closed escrow in 31 days. Don even worked while he was on vacation. He was great about answering any questions I had during the process, and my realtor said she had never seen a lender so on top of their game before. I would recommend Don a 1,000 times over.

Don Maher handled our challenging non-warrantable condo mortgage well during a tough time for financing in Southern California condominium complexes.

Don Maher should be the first mortgage broker that you contact when you need a mortgage loan. He responds very quickly and helps to make your lending situation work!... read more We have used him twice now and both loans were very easy and seamless. He is proficient and knowledgeable and trustworthy!!

I have been working with Don Maher from a referral from my realtor. This was my first home purchase (condo), and Don was so patient with all my little questions... read more and holding my hand through the process! I expected the whole process to be overwhelming but it was smooth and went relatively fast Thank you so much, Don, for being a huge part of a process for such an important day in my life!

Don Maher is awesome! We just closed escrow on our dream home and Don, from Universal Capital Mortgage, made it all possible. I had a very laborious file due to... read more self-employment and Don did a fantastic job. He was quick to respond, on top of details, and always gave superb customer service. We will definitely use him again and I highly recommend you do too!

I just purchased a non-warrantable condo, and financed it with Universal Capital. There isn't a lot of companies doing them, but they made it very easy and with very... read more competitive rates.