Testimonials | Michael Friedman

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Testimonials

Testimonials

David Vano

David Vano

Michael has always done well for us and kept us organized and on track through multiple sales and purchases. He's patient and attentive and always goes the extra mile, even going as far as helping during his valuable time away from the office.
Jessica Levitt

Jessica Levitt

We had a very tight timeline and Michael was able to secure financing. He was very thoughtful and professional, and made us both feel confident during the process.
Gary Lok

Gary Lok

Michael and his team were amazing to work with. Right from the beginning they listened to our needs and developed an action plan. They worked quickly and followed through when they said they were going to follow through. They were extremely professional and gave great advice. Best yet, Michael was phenomenal to work with. Thank you for your assistance.
RASHID REMTULA

RASHID REMTULA

Michael and his team are true Legendary professionals. Can't thank them enough for getting us a mortgage on our investment property whitin a week. Michael you are My Legend.
Brad Holmes

Brad Holmes

Fantastic experience dealing with Michael Friedman. Knowledgable and honest, even at his own expense. Highly recommend, you won't be disappointed. Thoroughly impressed.
mieguen butcher

mieguen butcher

As a first time home buyer, Michael and his team made the entire process easy and stress free. He provided on going support and was always there to answer all my questions. His professionalism and determination to get us all set up was exceptional! We couldn’t have asked for a better mortgage broker and will definitely be using him again! Thank you Micheal and your team for everything!
Debbie Johansen

Debbie Johansen

It has been a very easy experience arranging a mortgage through Michael. He did the heavy lifting for us during this busy time in our lives and it has made this real estate transaction a very pleasant process. I would highly recommend Michael to others.
Lindsay Hurst

Lindsay Hurst

Michael and his team are a pleasure to work with. Michael was very attentive and thorough and walked us through every step of the mortgage process, making sure we felt comfortable. He went out of his way to build a plan that worked best for us. We highly recommend his services!
Josh Harowitz

Josh Harowitz

Excellent all-round. He was always happy to answer questions, explain his thought process and put us at ease through the whole experience. Both he and his team were outstanding. Highly recommended.
Cornel Smith

Cornel Smith

Michael made the whole process super easy. I had a very tight deadline and he came through when I needed him to. Will highly recommend him.
rachel rangel

rachel rangel

Michael is excellent , knowledgeable and extremely fast! We had a rough couple of months in trying to sell our place and get a new home but each time Michael was readily available when needed and fast with his service! He’s been super patient and kind towards us, and we would highly recommend anyone who is looking out for a broker to contact him as he is very thorough with his work!
Karthikeyan A

Karthikeyan A

Michael and his team were extremely helpful with our mortgage. Being first-time buyers, we had a multitude of questions, and he graciously clarified every aspect while guiding us through the entire process. In addition, he provided a detailed graph illustrating all available options and the associated processes. Without a doubt, this is the ideal destination for all your mortgage requirements. I wholeheartedly and enthusiastically recommend Michael and his exceptional team.
ELVISH1977

ELVISH1977

Michael was referred to me by a friend when I was looking to buy our home, he and his team went above and beyond and explained each step of the process. As a first time home buyer there is alot of stress and anxiety that comes with it , Michael and his team made it the mortgage portion straight forward. His friendly and personable demeanor is very refreshing, I would highly recommend him to any person trying to get a mortgage.
Matthew Li

Matthew Li

Michael helped my wife and I as first-time home buyers go through the mortgage process smoothly. We had little knowledge on the whole mortgage process with buying a new home and Michael's professionalism and expertise made our experience quite enjoyable. His thorough attention-to-detail helped us secure the best mortgage rate for our needs and had walked us through every single detail. We highly recommend Michael for mortgage broker services. Thank you for helping us with securing a mortgage for our first new home!
Colin Jacques

Colin Jacques

Michael was great to work with! Him and his team made the whole process very easy and got us a great rate.
Brad West

Brad West

Great service, super friendly!!
Sarah Iversen

Sarah Iversen

Everything we could have asked for in a broker, and more. Michael is very experienced and offered great advice. Helped us in a timely manner secure our first home. Thanks Michael!
Amrit Singh

Amrit Singh

One the best professional I have witnessed till date. Michael Friedman was pro-active, considered and helped us throughout the process of getting the Mortgage approved. He gave us a plan and made the process very smooth. Everyone rated him 5 starts including myself and well deserved. I would high recommend anybody to go with Michael as your Mortgage Broker.
Jim van der Tas

Jim van der Tas

Michael and his team have proven to be the very best. Their professionalism, promptness, client care and attention to detail for our clients has been second to none. I would highly recommend Michael Friedman and his team anytime.
Kendall O’Connor

Kendall O’Connor

Michael has helped our family now two times to find a mortgage that worked for us. He was such a key part in the purchase of our home last month and feel like we wouldn’t have been able to do it without him! He is extremely knowledgeable, professional and always quick to communicate whenever anything was needed. His team is one of the best. We would recommend Michael to anyone looking for assistance with a mortgage!
Carrie James

Carrie James

Michael was professional, friendly, and thorough. He walked us through every step of the mortgage process and was patient with all of our questions. His team kept us up to date on market rate changes, and ensured we were comfortable and confident with each and every decision that we made.
Alexey Badalov

Alexey Badalov

Michael was there to guide us through the mortgage process, as we bought our first home. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and always available to answer any questions we had. We went through the steps of finding a place and closing the deal at a quick pace, but he kept up and arranged the mortgage in time.
My Đặng Thụy Hà

My Đặng Thụy Hà

We are very lucky to have Michael by our side along this challenging journey. He is very responsive and knowledgeable - with his help we felt like we did not have to do anything at all! Highly recommended!
Shayan Hoshyari

Shayan Hoshyari

I was very happy working with Michael. He answered my questions clearly, and found me a mortgage matching my criteria. The process was relatively smooth.
Dave Richardson

Dave Richardson

Michael and team are the real deal! His expertise is unmatched and he made the process of getting a mortgage both informative and easy for us. Would highly recommend Michael’s services to anyone looking for a new mortgage or a renewal.
Marwan

Marwan

Michael is an exceptional mortgage broker. As a first time home buyer, the process can be a bit intimidating but Michael took the time and effort to explain everything in great details. No matter how tight the timelines were, Michael was always available and highly responsive to my needs throughout the process. I highly recommend Michael and his team for your mortgage needs.
Dave McAnsh

Dave McAnsh

Working with Michael and his team in securing a mortgage for my first-home purchase was a breeze. Michael is very communicative and easy to get a hold of whenever I had questions. He would explain different options, along with the pros and cons of each, clearly and accessibly. Particularly useful for someone who hasn't gone through this process before, Michael was able highlight and prepare me for the additional steps outside of the financing domain.
Fabian Jankovic

Fabian Jankovic

Michael and his team assisted us with securing our first mortgage as first-time homebuyers. Michael guided us through the process and was always available to answer our questions. He is extremely knowledgeable, practical and forward-thinking. He is very professional and his experiences shows. He was also a pleasure to work with. It was great to have Michael in our corner and we won’t hesitate to work with him and his team again when our mortgage comes up for renewal.
Nick L

Nick L

Michael and Patti hooked us up! Everything went smoothly and without a hitch. They communicated directly with our realtor, letting us sit back and enjoy the ride. We're really happy with our mortgage, plus the personable & professional service we received. They even got us a housewarming gift!
Serena Lowe

Serena Lowe

Michael and his team helped us secure a mortgage recently at a great rate just as the banks were hiking the rates. Michael and Patty worked tirelessly to make sure that our rate and loan was protected. Michael had many meetings with us and his communication style is open and honest. I am glad that we chose to go with Michael and his team. We will be sure to consult them again next time around. Thanks Origin and Micheal Friedman.
Sahar Ali

Sahar Ali

Michael and his team are incredible. I got referred to Michael for our mortgage needs and it was the best referral. Michael goes out of his way to communicate and support you through your home buying journey. Thank you!
Sharleen Wei

Sharleen Wei

Michael and his team made it so easy for my parents to secure the mortgage on their home purchase. He was organized, efficient, professional and so knowledgeable. Highly recommend!
Ron Caird

Ron Caird

I would highly recommend Micheal for all of your mortgage needs. His knowledge, professionalism and support were paramount in securing the best mortgage rate possible. Micheal and his team helped me with each step of the process, and I felt I was in great hands. Thank you Micheal, Patti and Liz.
Lawrence Divorski

Lawrence Divorski

Very knowledgeable and easy to work with. With the recent interest increases announced he was able to save me me quite a bit on my mortgage. Highly recommend using him for any of your mortgage needs.
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Stephanie Stover

Stephanie Stover

Michael helped us with our mortgage renewal process. He let us know about a week before banks hiked up the interest rates and we were able to lock in a good rate before things got crazy. Super professional, incredibly knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend.
Howard S

Howard S

My wife and I didn't know the first thing about getting a mortgage but Michael walked us through the entire process, providing in-depth expertise every step of the way. I can't imagine going through this process with anyone else, Michael and the whole team have been so incredible, thoughtful and diligent from start to finish. Absolutely an A+ experience, we can't recommend him enough!
loretta dube

loretta dube

Michael and team have been very helpful with each time I have needed to do my mortgage
Ben Tisserand

Ben Tisserand

Michael and his team did an amazing job walking us through all our options and the mortgage process as a whole. I highly recommend working with him.
Mikhail Narkevich

Mikhail Narkevich

Michael has handled our mortgage process very smoothly and professionally. I couldn’t even have imagined that the whole process can be done so efficiently and quickly, so I am really grateful that we have been referred to him.
zobair ali

zobair ali

I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Michael and his team. His professionalism and knowledge of the process helped me immensely. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Michael for your mortgage needs.
Andrea Fruhling

Andrea Fruhling

Michael was exactly what you would hope a mortgage broker would be. Incredibly knowledgeable, and easy to work with, he worked with our best interests in mind always.
CivPro Question

CivPro Question

Michael and his team really pulled it off for us. we had a couple of brokers working on our financing. I had been out of the country for a few years and back in Canada self-employed. I was a challenging client because of this and wanting to buy in the Vancouver market. Michael was cautious to manage my expectations at first, but in the end he and his excellent team managed to get me financing on far better terms than I ever expected. Very organized and efficient. Frankly, his results blew the other broker's we were talking to out of the water.
Udi Batbayar

Udi Batbayar

As first-time homebuyers in the current market, me and my partner were very apprehensive at first, but Michael made what would've been a stressful experience a very seamless one. We benefitted enormously from his expertise, patience, professionalism and organizational skills. I would highly recommend Michael and his team to anyone in need of mortgage services.
Jessica Sui

Jessica Sui

We are very grateful to have been recommend to Michael for our mortgage needs. The home selling and buying process in a market like this is such a roller coaster to say the least and we're thankful that Michael was not only able to get us a great rate but facilitate the whole process in an efficient, responsive and professional manner. We loved the fact that Michael used technology to suit our busy lives and often going out of his own way to accommodate our schedules.
Jose Reyes

Jose Reyes

Transparency and professionalism, thanks for helping us.
Brent Smith

Brent Smith

Michael is extraordinary at what he does. An unbiased expert in mortgages and financing. Calm, clear, motivated, and an excellent communicator – he helped us with a complicated inter-provincial move/mortgage that involved bridge financing and lots of juggling. Amazing to have someone that is 100% on your side throughout this process. Especially someone who is highly responsive, and can overcome one obstacle after another in order to make it work. As high of a recommendation as I can give to a professional.
Kim Jew

Kim Jew

Michael and Patti worked on my mortgage recently. The service was impeccable. Great communication which is important to me. I will definitely be using them again. Kim
Nicole Nybo

Nicole Nybo

Michael was extremely knowledgeable and responsive. Made my first time home buying experience seamless. Would definitely recommend him to others and would use his service again.
Pauline Wong

Pauline Wong

I had a mortgage consultation with Michael for a property in Interior BC. He was personable, professional and very transparent. Based on my circumstances/conditions, he was unable to offer his services, but he was still incredibly helpful in his advice to help us be successful. I highly recommend him and will be back when I make my next local purchase.
Asiya Jabeen

Asiya Jabeen

Just amazing !! Michael was fast .. efficient , attentive to our needs and set clear expectations for us . Cleared all our doubts . Got us the approval on time . Overall we had an amazing experience working with him. Definitely going back when we upgrade to a bigger house !!
Bear

Bear

Michael is a real class act. Professional, knowledgable, and friendly. Secured us a good rate and made the process easy each time we've used his company.
Neha Doshi

Neha Doshi

I worked with Michael and team on two of my mortgages and to be honest I would not work with anyone else. Michael is extremely organized, knowledgeable and is aware of the process inside out. He is quick to respond and makes sure he guides you through all the right options. His team is also available to answer any questions you have. He worked diligently on our mortgage applications, got them approved in a timely manner and got us some best rates available. You are in great hands with Michael and I would strongly recommend him for your mortgage needs. Thank you so much, Michael and Patti!
Vicky Ha

Vicky Ha

Our experience with Michael Friedman was very positive. He was very knowledgeable, detailed and explained everything we needed to know. We are very happy with his service and would recommend him to anybody who needs a mortgage advisor. From all of us: Vicky, Aaron, Roy and Itoko
Qiushan Zhao

Qiushan Zhao

I had a very positive experience with Michael and Patti. They explained everything well and got me a good rate. They made the process smooth and simple for me :)
Lara Rosenoff Gauvin

Lara Rosenoff Gauvin

Michael is the best! Professional, quick, super easy to schedule meetings and to share documents safely and quickly. Highly recommend to everyone we know!
Annika Vermeulen

Annika Vermeulen

Michael was so incredible at answering all of our questions and making what can be a confusing process for first time home buyers a breeze. We really felt he advocated on our behalf and he worked until the last second on offer day to make sure that our mortgage was preapproved in time. 10/10 recommend :)
Corey Shefman

Corey Shefman

We thought buying our first home would be stressful, but Michael made it easy and painless. Everything was explained clearly, he was available when we needed him, and he made sure our mortgage fit our needs. Michael was a pleasure to work with, and we'll definitely be referring our friends and family to him for their mortages!
M.Castro

M.Castro

I throughly enjoyed working with Michael and his team. His professionalism and knowledge of the process helped me immensely. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Michael for your mortgage needs.
Yevgeniy Petrov

Yevgeniy Petrov

It has been an excellent experience to have Michael's help to navigate us through the process of buying our first place. He was very knowledgeable and responsive. Thank you for your work and guidance! I look forward to continuing working with Michael in regards to any of our future mortgage needs.
Shwetha Shashidhara

Shwetha Shashidhara

Want to say how much we enjoyed working with Michael when we purchased our home in Canada. With me and spouse working, he made our mortgage process a breeze. Michael is very responsive, he truly partners with you and guides you to make the right choices through out the process. His staff are very professional and available to answer any questions. Overall, it was the best mortgage experience. We can't thank him enough for his service and he would be our go-to person for anything mortgage related. We strongly recommend Michael for all mortgage needs.
Chelsea Harkins

Chelsea Harkins

Michael and his team made getting a mortgage an easy experience. He and his team are all extremely knowledgable and readily available to answer questions by email, text or video call. Thank you again for your help throughout the process of buying my first place!
Riley Schwarz

Riley Schwarz

Big shout out to Michael for helping me sort out my first mortgage. The process simple, concise, and he made sure every question I had was answered in a timely matter. Would strongly reccomend his services if you are in the market for a mortgage!
Kyle Preist

Kyle Preist

We were super stressed about jumping into the real estate market for the first time. Michael Friedman helped us out big time and totally put our minds at ease. Thanks again for everything!
Elroy Jespersen

Elroy Jespersen

Michael was recommended to us by our Realtor when we were looking for a mortgage to purchase a new home. As a retired couple were were very specific as to our financial requirements and Michael was able to secure a mortgage that met all our criteria. During the process, he communicate very well, making it easy to understand our options. We would highly recommend Michael to anyone who requires assistance obtaining a mortgage.
Dan Snow

Dan Snow

This was the 2nd time that we have used Michael's services and like the first time he made it super easy to get our mortgage approved. Highly recommend everything Michael does.
Ricky Lee

Ricky Lee

Michael was very helpful every step of the way to assist us in getting our mortgage. Thanks again Michael and team for all the support!
Navie Mishra

Navie Mishra

Michael was a huge help in getting my mortgage approved in a very short amount of time. He was clear with his instructions and very helpful throughout the whole process. I liked the fact that he saved me so much time shopping around for interest rates. I would highly recommend his services to anyone looking to get a mortgage.
Thank you again Michael.
Cheers!!

Rani Hayden

Rani Hayden

I really enjoyed our experience with our first mortgage and am very glad we renewed with Michael for our new term. He knew exactly what we wanted and was very easy to work with through a pandemic. Thanks Michael, we look forward to working with you for all of our lending needs.

Mark Chang

Mark Chang

Great service from Michael! Friendly and very efficient. Took care of us all the way through and I would highly recommend his services!

Meg (William Wright)

Meg (William Wright)

Michael is very creative and diligent in securing lending. Would highly recommend him!

Lynsey Jones

Lynsey Jones

Michael is a dedicated and knowledgeable adviser who helped us greatly in very tricky circumstances. We had moved from the UK to Vancouver only very recently and Michael helped us beyond what we had expected, in terms of referrals for legal/tax advice and his excellent knowledge of the mortgage system in BC. Michael is also a very approachable person and was available to us whenever we needed him. I can't recommend him highly enough and will certainly use his services again in the future.

Jeffrey L

Jeffrey L

The best service you could ask for. He is very professional and fast. Michael will take the time to guide you through the entire process. He was able to process my late and rushed request in an very short amount of time. In addition, you can always get a hold of him whenever you need to. Thank for helping me purchase my first home!

Eric Liu

Eric Liu

I had the good fortune of having Michael and his team help me with getting a mortgage in the stressful process of purchasing a property. He is professional, warm, understanding, and doing things in the best interest of his clients. He explains well the intricate processes of financing a home, and answered a lot of my questions. Would recommend Michael to anyone who is in a similar situation to mine.

Ray Collier

Ray Collier

When I needed bridge financing for a large real estate transaction, on short notice, the Vancouver law firm I was working with recommended that I speak with Michael Friedman. Michael could not have been more helpful or efficient. He met with me virtually by GoToMeeting, explained my options and clearly explained the application process. I provided him with the relevant personal information he needed through a secure and easy to use software package and then he went to work. By morning of the next day, he got back to me with more than one viable option. Michael has a positive attitude and friendly personality. He explains things clearly and works hard to secure favourable terms for the client. I have worked with other Mortgage brokers in the past but have never been more impressed. I highly recommend this guy.

Brett Marotto

Brett Marotto

Michael was fantastic to work with, he got us a great rate and gave us excellent advise while securing a mortgage for our new house. Thanks Michael!

Karen Campbell

Karen Campbell

Michael was very helpful in getting the best rate for my mortgage . I appreciated his wisdom and knowledge and felt that I was looked after. Thank you, Michael!

Rachelyn Ritchie

Rachelyn Ritchie

Michael and his team are wonder workers. So grateful for his help in getting our first mortgage! He made the process much less daunting.Thanks Michael!

Lindsay B

Lindsay B

There is no words to express how grateful I am to Michael. Because of him, I can now say that I am a home owner. I would recommend him 100 times over. If you are looking for someone to fight for you, Michael is your guy. Thank you Michael!

Lynn Demers

Lynn Demers

I've dealt with Michael in the past and recently my husband and I contacted Michael with questions about our mortgage and things we're dealing with during Covid.
Michael took the time to give us advice and options and never made us feel like we were taking up his time like another mortgage broker that we previously contacted before him.
I know when it's time to refinance our mortgage Michael will be the one that we'll be calling.
He's a caring and compassionate person and so knowledgeable about everything mortgage.
Thank you Michael for all your help!
I'll recommend him to family and friends anytime they have mortgage questions or renewals.

Bryan Baynham

Bryan Baynham

I can't say enough about the professionalism, responsiveness, knowledge and experience that Michael brings to the table. After getting the runaround from my bank Michael was able to obtain a mortgage at a very favourable rate and terms within less than a week. He really knows his stuff and the market.

Monique Ho

Monique Ho

Michael was attentive and provided excellent advice for my first mortgage. He made the process very easy, and guided me along all the way to the end. All my questions and concerns were addressed in a timely manner. He provided nothing but the best service. I would definitely recommend him. I couldn't have done it without you. Thanks Michael! 😃

Jill V

Jill V

If you want a mortgage broker that will exceed your expectations, look no further. Michael made us feel at ease through the intimidating and complex process of applying for a mortgage. He did a great job of explaining our options and helping us make the decisions that were right for us. Thank you Michael, we will definitely use you next time.

Dillon Finskars

Dillon Finskars

Michael has been very accommodating as our mortgage advisor over the last 3+ years. We've had some needs come up with very tight timelines and Michael has always made time for us no matter the situation. Couldn't be more satisfied working with him and look forward to him taking care of our future needs.

Jessie Leonard

Jessie Leonard

Michael is so professional. He answered all of our questions along the way, was there whenever we needed support, and was so thoughtful. He made the process of buying our first home easy and stress free.

Shira Dahlin

Shira Dahlin

Michael helped my husband and I secure our first mortgage (and during a pandemic, none the less!) and we couldn't be more excited to finally be home owners! He was there with us every step of the way, made sure we understood the process the whole time and always kept us informed. Thanks very much, Michael from both myself and Tyler

Chris Gaundan

Chris Gaundan

Worked with Michael on a recent refinance and he was knowledgeable, thorough and highly organized from the start to finish. He worked hard to get us the best rate and terms. Everything was done remotely and over secure and efficient video calls. Pleasure working with you and thanks again!

Sol Medina

Sol Medina

5 Star Service!

Aidan Lawn

Aidan Lawn

Great service and pleasure to talk to.

Adeline Tufts

Adeline Tufts

Very thorough and helpful!

Sabrina Rose Tufts

Sabrina Rose Tufts

Very thorough and helpful!

Lauren Mateo

Lauren Mateo

Our go-to mortgage broker since 2011!

Tyler at Blanche Macdonald

Tyler at Blanche Macdonald

Patti was EVERYTHING!!!! Couldn't be happier with her and her help. SHE IS A MIRACLE WORKER!

Long

Long

Very experienced, trustworthy and honest opinion. Highly recommend!

Daniel Harowitz

Daniel Harowitz

Michael is extremely knowledgeable and has been the consummate professional throughout the entire mortgage application process.

Ken Wyder

Ken Wyder

Michael has provided stellar service and expertise to the majority of my clients over the past 17 years.

Brett Snider

Brett Snider

Michael was great to work with, very helpful and we couldn't be happier with the purchase of our first home!

R Mital

R Mital

Had a very positive experience!

Johnny Wu

Johnny Wu


My wife and I have known Michael for many years and this is my first time working on a mortgage through him. This would be the second time he's secured a mortgage for my wife and he was the utmost professional. He was always accessible when we needed to meet up and discuss things when we needed advice. The best part about the process is he really listens to your story first, what your situation is and before he crunches the numbers for you, he advises what he thinks is the best case scenario for you before he starts the ground work. Being a first time buyer, a lot of these things were new to me but Michael was able to break things down to dummy terms and made sure we understood everything before we dotted the i's and crossed the t's. We were able to secure and capatalize on a great interest rate and a mortgage plan that worked for us and our lifestyle. I highly recommend him as a mortgage advisor for those looking for one in the future. He's a busy man, but will find time to squeeze you in when you need him. He knows his stuff and puts YOU first folks...that's a big difference between him and a lot of folks in his field. In a time and age like this and the economy the way it is today, it's refreshing to have someone look out for your best interests. Thank you Michael, we can't think of anyone better for our future purchases!

Jacqlin Anthony

Jacqlin Anthony

Excellent. Michael was fantastic in guiding me through the process of obtaining my first mortgage and helped to make a very stressful process much easier.

Dave Keats

Dave Keats

Mike is the greatest Mortgage broker in the world, Super helpful and a very nice guy. I would very, very highly recommend him to anyone in the GVRD looking for a mortgage on their new purchase or a new mortgage on their existing property.

Kelly Wilcox

Kelly Wilcox

Thank you Michael for excellent, expert advice and service in preparing a mortgage for my new home. Everything proceeded smooth and efficiently.

Wayne Neilsen

Wayne Neilsen

Great job Michael thanks for all your help.

David Ousted

David Ousted

Not just found me a great rate on my mortgage but also educated me on the way. They showed me how to manage certain aspects of my finances.

Great experience

Nick Di Fabio

Nick Di Fabio

Excellent experience. Michael and his team are true pro's.

Karen Campbell

Karen Campbell

Michael was very helpful in re-financing my mortgage. I appreciated his wisdom and knowledge and felt I was getting sound advice. Thank you, Michael!

Moe Bloom

Moe Bloom

My mortgage broker resource! Being a realtor I need to have timely, accurate and knowledgeable information for my clients and Michael delivers this every time. 100% endorse Michael’s no cost mortgage services.

Randy Rosenhek

Randy Rosenhek


In our meetings with Michael Friedman to obtain mortgage financing for a view property in Ladner, B.C., we were provided with up to date market information and experienced professional advice to make a good decision. Michael explained all the mortgage and rate options as well as short term and long term considerations to meet our needs. Michael helped to simplify the approval process and placed our mortgage at a very progressive institution. We would not hesitate to utilize Michael's expertise for other property purchases and for referral to other friends and family who require traditional and creative financing options. Randy & Sheryl Rosenhek, Richmond, B.C.

Randy Jensen

Randy Jensen

I am very happy with your service and your company. You guys have been very professional and answered all my questions and needs.

Shannon Talmey

Shannon Talmey

Michael is fabulous to work with!! He is very knowledgeable and offers his support through the entire process. I highly recommend him to anybody.

Allison Blackler

Allison Blackler

We received excellent advice and support in a timely manner - all we could have asked for. This is our second time using Michael and we are very happy with our results.

Rachel Peters

Rachel Peters

I never thought I could feel so calm while working through the purchase of my first home! Thank you for your expertise and professionalism.

Mike Johansen

Mike Johansen

Michael did an amazing job help my wife and I purchase our first home. He explaned every step of the process to us and was available at the times when the banks are not. We would recommend his services to anyone looking for a mortgage and great personal treatment.

Dominic Mattman

Dominic Mattman

Michael did an amazing job of working through all our options. Great attention to detail and always quick to respond. Wasn't my first time working with Michael and won;t be the last!

Scott Ellwyn

Scott Ellwyn

Michael helped me out immensely. Just give him your info and he will work his magic like he did for me. Thanks Origin - Friedman Mortgage Advisors.

Wil Parrott

Wil Parrott

Michael Friedman made buying our first home an amazing, stress free and enjoyable experience. Professional yet personable! A rare combination in any trade. Thank you Micheal for helping us make our dream a reality! Wil & Aggie

Michael Peng

Michael Peng

Michael was knowledgeable and very patient with me (I have a lot of questions and had to change something in the last min).

There were minor issues with the notary (recommended by the developer, BIG mistake!) and he was on it right away to ensure everything's okay!

Andrew Block

Andrew Block

Spoke with Michael over the phone about helping us find a good rate for our mortgage renewal. Off the bat, he gave us lots of great advice about negotiating with our current lender, and also with handling our current title, life insurance policies and updating our wills.

Tony Kim

Tony Kim

Very thorough with consistent check ups.

Rosie Robinson

Rosie Robinson

Two years ago I wrote a reivew for Michael after he helped me get my first property. I'm now looking at my options to purchase my next place and have returned to him for advice. Michael's guidance in again proving invaluble and I would certainly highly recommend his services to anyone.

Here's my original review...
Michael's knowledge and professionalism is second to none. He's adept at explaining the benefits of any option in such a complex field to anyone from first time buyer to those with a good degree of strategic thinking themselves. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to both friends and business partners.

Grace Wong

Grace Wong

Michael's service was exceptional. He is very methodical and kept me well informed with every step of my re-financing...I wish I met Michael sooner. I highly recommend his services...I couldn't be more happier with the whole experience!

Dr Timothy Osiowy

Dr Timothy Osiowy

I was a pleasure getting to know and work with Michael Friedman. He worked through a very complex situation to get us to where we were able to get into our new home in Richmond. No doubt he knows his stuff, works with you and for you!!
Thank you Michael!!

Daniel CY Lau

Daniel CY Lau

Excellent experience with the mortgage broker services that Michael had provided us. Michael guided us along the way and have updated us on the status of the application and the process. I am very grateful for his reassurance. Very satisfied and will definitely recommend.

Roberta Dionello

Roberta Dionello

Michael was attentive, patient and extremely knowledgeable when working with us as we purchased our first ever home. Throughout the process, Michael kept us abreast of our options and the steps that needed to be taken. I would not hesitate to thoroughly recommend his services in the future.

Chas Yu

Chas Yu

Michael made the financial stress of buying a home manageable. He is professional and sincere with his recommendation; he finds the most effective and efficient way to make it happen. I'd highly recommend Michael to my friends and family since he is the most informative and upfront about the whole process.

Shane Dinh

Shane Dinh

I can not recommend Micheal enough. As a first time home buyer, I was worried about feeling overwhelmed by the entire process. His knowledge, experience and level of customer service made me feel at ease and confident moving forward.

Micheal took the time to get to know me, my family and my situation which resulted in a mortgage that fit me better than anything I could have gotten at my bank or credit union (and I tried). I would gladly refer him to my friends and family.

Nick Waanders

Nick Waanders

Our financial advisor recommended we go with Origin-Friedman mortgage advisors, and they were very helpful answering our many questions. Michael helped us get a pre-approval for a mortgage, which gave us the confidence we needed to find the home we wanted. When we found it we needed to move quickly, and Patti helped us tremendously by getting subjects out of the way within a few days, and we were able to put in a winning offer. We're looking forward to working with both Michael and Patti again!

Cathy Kovacs

Cathy Kovacs

Awesome service!! Took really good care of us. Didn't barely have to do anything. I would recommend this company to everyone I know

Usman Bajwa

Usman Bajwa

My wife and I were recommended to use Michael for our mortgage broker needs by our realtor, and I am glad we did. He is knowledgeable, empathetic, very professional, and I would definitely work with him again.
Michael used his experience and innovative mortgage broker techniques to make my wife and I feel the most comfortable in making this important financial and life changing decision.

Thank you Michael for your help and guidance.

Dillon F

Dillon F

Michael has been very accommodating as our mortgage advisor over the last 3+ years. We've had some needs come up with very tight timelines and Michael has always made time for us no matter the situation. Couldn't be more satisfied working with him and look forward to him taking care of our future needs.

Ben Greenberg

Ben Greenberg

I've known Michael Friedman since 1997, and he helped me with 4 mortgages, the most recent being the new house my family and I will be moving in at the end of February 2013. Always professional, courteous and reachable, Michael is the ultimate mortgage broker, with a vast knowledge about the world of finances that, for most of us is quite baffling. He listened to us, understood perfectly our needs, and tailored for us the mortgage of our future home.
Thanks again, Michael, and keep up the good work!

Pamela Smith

Pamela Smith

Michael is a trusted advisor, strategic broker and overall does an amazing job for all of my clients. I am extremely confident that when I refer my clients to Michael they are in very good hands.

Vaneet Johal

Vaneet Johal

Very knowledgable, trustworthy and thorough. I have worked with Michael Friedman for 2 of my mortgages and would not consider going anywhere else. Highly recommended!

Jeff Town

Jeff Town

Michael was fantastic; relational, communicative, responsive, flexible and solution focused. As a first time home buyer I went to Michael on the recommendation of a friend who had worked with him. My mortgage journey had high highs and low lows! In the end I wasn't able to work with Michael due to restrictions with the project. Not only did he hand off the work his office had prepared to the on-site broker but followed up with me with more information and suggestions. I talked to a number of mortgage representatives and the majority were quite laissez fair about my business. Some spoke down to me as a fist-time home buyer and most wanted me to fit into their terms. Friedman understands my generation (30-35); he provided info via email, educated me in a manner that empowered me in my decisions and was available. In five years when my mortgage is open to re-negotiate I will be working with Michael.

Adrienne Tsou-Lee

Adrienne Tsou-Lee

Excellent! Our realtor recommended working with Michael and he was extremely professional, accessible and resourceful. He listened carefully to our wishes to obtain a mortgage for our home and for investment purposes and was able to find and tailor a mortgage to meet all of our needs. Michael was extremely accessible, even using technology to accomodate meetings with my husband and I when one of us was travelling. The process so smooth and Michael always made an extra effort to help us and find answers to our questions.

We were extremely happy working with Michael and would highly recommend his services to anyone!

Deborah Hamilton

Deborah Hamilton

It is such a pleasure dealing with Michael. He is fast, efficient, courteous, and extremely helpful. The most painful part of refinancing my mortgage has been waiting for the lawyer's office to call - dealing with Michael and getting approval was the easy part. I definitely would highly recommend Michael to anyone who is looking for a mortgage.

Jeff Watts

Jeff Watts

Michael was able to provide me with advice even though he wasn't my broker. He was willing to give me his time with no expectations of anything in return. Very professional and a very nice guy!

Ahmed Dahise

Ahmed Dahise

Everything was great and Michael was a pleasure to deal with. I will definitely recommend his services to friends and family.

Alan Richards

Alan Richards

We had a great first homebuying experience with Michael. He spent lots of time explaining the whole process to us, and answered every question we had along the way. We were able to teleconference to meetings separately from our workplaces avoiding the need to go to his office for each meeting. Finally he sent us a nice thank you card and very thoughtful gift that showed he listened to our conversations more than just the financial numbers.

Paul Fournier

Paul Fournier

Michael was so thorough, and made it very clear for us to understand with all the complications regarding mortgages. We highly recommend Michael Friedman.

Colin Giles

Colin Giles

Fantastic experience and timeliness ... Working with Michael has been a real pleasure.

Shane Physiotherapy

Shane Physiotherapy

Michael helped my wife and I with our mortgage for our first home and we were very happy with the process. Michael met us at a time and place that was convenient and explained how mortgages work. He helped us find the best rate on the market and being a mortgage broker, found us a mortgage that fit our needs best. My two brothers also worked with Mike for their mortgages and were very satisfied. I would not hesitate to recommend him to any of my family or friends for their mortgages.

Justin Wachtel

Justin Wachtel

I can't say enough good things about Friedman Mortgage Advisors! They handled my mortgage application with great care, diligence and speed. Their attention to detail is second to none. I would highly recommend them to anyone.

Michael Guenter

Michael Guenter

Michael went above and beyond what we expected from a mortgage broker. He helped find the right solution for our complex requirements. He was proactive, efficient and worked within our time constraints.

Matt Hayden

Matt Hayden

It was great working with Michael. We really appreciated that we didn't have to leave our house to get our mortgage done, and we could see on screen everything that he was talking about. Definitely, will recommend him to others.

UPDATE: After arranging our lending with Michael, it took us a little longer to close our purchase than what we had anticipated. Our lawyer called to let us know that our lending rate would expire. I called Michael to find out if we could have it extended for another week. He said he could, and due to circumstances at the time when he called back to tell us it was taken care of we also got a nice surprise that he was able to secure a slightly lower rate. He definitely went above and beyond!!

K R

K R

Excellent service!
I will most certainly use Michael Friedman again as a mortgage broker.

Crystal Sing

Crystal Sing

Michael is so thorough and knowledgeable - we had a fantastic experience and highly recommend him.

Andrew McNair

Andrew McNair

Michael did a great job, making sure we understood every step of the process, what options were available, and what strategies to take to maximize our chance of owning. Thanks to his prep, we got a place on our first attempt. I'd highly recommend Michael to anyone interested in a mortgage

Brian Parks

Brian Parks

Michael worked hard for me. He also came through with a good result and a very decent rate

Todd Conner

Todd Conner


As a RE/MAX Realtor, I couldn't be happier to have Michael as part of my team. I always get great feedback from the clients that I put in touch with Michael. He is very efficient, works hard & has the experience & knowledge to provide the answers we need to compete & win in Greater Vancouver's red hot Real Estate market. Call Michael for outstanding service along with access to the best financial options available to you.

Gerhard Gedrange

Gerhard Gedrange

Always is a great filling working with Michael. Thanks again for all your help!

Ameet Johal

Ameet Johal

My experience with Michael has been an education to say the least. The financing side of purchasing a home can be overwhelming, but Michael has a way of providing information in a way that is easy to absorb with great transparency. He provided several options and explained how each works. He is truly an expert and throughout the whole process, I know he is protecting and considering my best interest. I highly recommend Michael's services.

Jim

Jim

Our experience with Friedman Mortgage Advisors was a very positive and professional one. We highly recommend their services.

Paul Stoesz

Paul Stoesz

Michael made this purchase effortless and convenient. Done from the comfort of my home.

Suvi Teigen

Suvi Teigen

Working with Michael on my mortgage was a fantastic experience. He is patient in explaining financial information and trends that I otherwise had little experience with. Phone meetings with him were easy to coordinate, and he was always organized, punctual, and personal in his approach. I honestly felt like I was his only client the entire time I was working with him, even though I know that cannot possibly be the case. In addition to this, I felt that Michael had my best interests in mind and inspired the idea in me that I can be mortgage-free in under 10 years! I'm hoping to utilize other services he has recommended to improve my overall financial picture. I am really, REALLY pleased with this service and would highly recommend Michael to anyone

Michael Rossi

Michael Rossi

Michael was efficient and a pleasure to work with. He made the process easy and educated us through each step of the process.

Anita Cairney

Anita Cairney

The experience was very positive and we can't thank Michael enough. Michael was able to assist us getting a mortgage that had a very short deadline. He took the worry and stress out of a very stressful situation. The best part was we didn't even need to leave the house to complete the transaction. I would recommend anyone to use Michael and his team. They are fast, very knowledgeable, and patient.

Dave Savard

Dave Savard

Great help. Very helpful. Thanks!

Carlos Agregado

Carlos Agregado

Amazing! Michael kept me updated and was easily accessible throughout the whole process! Would definitely recommend him to friends and family!

Josh Aknin

Josh Aknin

Michael stepped in to assist my wife and I secure a mortgage after another broker had confused our account. His dedication and urgency to our file was much appreciated and we would highly recommend his services to friends and family

Jessi Leonard

Jessi Leonard

Michael is so professional. He answered all of our questions along the way, was there whenever we needed support, and was so thoughtful. He made the process of buying our first home easy and stress free.

Kelli Lien

Kelli Lien

Michael is a pleasure to work with. He helped us understand our options and navigate through the process of switching our mortgage. He is easy to talk with and was always available to answer our questions. We would definitely re-engage Michael for a third time should we have additional mortgage needs.

Ray Ogura

Ray Ogura

This is the second time using Origin advisors. Very happy with Michael's expert advice. We will definitely be doing business again in the future. Regards, Ray and Lisa.

C J

C J

Michael and his team made sure I found the best mortgage rate. He made things easy for myself which allowed me to focus on other aspects of purchasing a place.

I would not hesitate to use him again in the future.

Daniel and Cindy

Daniel and Cindy

This is the second time that Michael had helped us, a testament of the exceptional services that Michael and his team provide. Very knowledge, great connections with the various lenders. Our mortgage was not the easiest to approve, but Michael had gone the extra miles helping us secure financing. Able to be in reach with Michael throughout the entire application process which is critical for us. The follow up that Michael had provided us is also tremendous. Michael really looks after our needs and provides customized lending solutions. Will definitely recommend!

Faraz Khan

Faraz Khan

We were referred to Michael through our developer's Sales Centre. We decided to give him a try as our financial institution was offering a higher than normal market rate. Upon speaking with Michael, he assured us he could get us a better rate than our financial institution. Michael moves very fast. He is efficient and seemed to know exactly what was required and when we needed to submit it. He didn't ask for more information than he needed, which was nice because we didn't need to call around to get forms and papers he wasn't going to use. After 4 days, we were so happy to find out he was able to get us a posted rate at a local Credit Union. With his assurances, quick action, meet anywhere/anytime motto, I would recommend Michael to anybody who is looking for a mortgage (the useful gifts he sent us were a nice touch too). Thank you for your help Michael!

Anna Choi

Anna Choi

He provided very good service in timely manner and explained very well. Making process alot easier. Much appreciated and will recommend to others. Thanks

Daniel Pozo

Daniel Pozo

Michael went above and beyond all expectations. He took the time to walk us through every step of obtaining a mortgage. Not only did he find us the best rate, but he also made sure that we knew what we were getting into and that we felt confident in our decisions. He was there every step of the way, and extremely fast in replying to any questions and concerns that we had. We would highly recommend Michael to everyone in need of a reliable and trustworthy mortgage broker.

Carla Peck

Carla Peck

Michael walked us through all of our options and helped us find the best product for our needs. He kept in regular contact as we searched and always was quick to answer any questions or concerns we had. It is incredibly convenient for me to be able to communicate through email and phone as babysitting isn't always accessible for in person meetings. Overall, Michael made this process as smooth as possible and we feel we have come out of it with the best financial product for our unique situation. Very grateful!

Michelle Anderson

Michelle Anderson

Michael was amazing to work with! He walked us through the whole process and answered all of our questions along the way! Thanks so much for helping us get the right mortgage for our first home!

Moneca Kolvyn

Moneca Kolvyn


Friedman Mortgage Advisors make banks look like they are "learning". Michael negotiates the paperwork, the processes and all required details so efficiently I hardly knew I bought a place! Completely awesome and completely professional!

Mr. JP Planta

Mr. JP Planta

Michael was great! He answered all of our questions and explained all forms thoroughly to us. Went above and beyond in his service dealing with our Financial Institution. I would definitely recommend Michael Friedman and Origin Friedman Mortgage Advisors!

Megan Nash

Megan Nash

Michael was extremely informative and answered any questions regarding our mortgage. He provided quick updates and fantastic customer service throughout our entire experience. He found us the best rate on the market all without us having to leave the comfort of our home. Everything was done over the phone and computer which helped immensely because of our busy lifestyle. We would definitely recommend his services to family and friends.

Zoe John

Zoe John

Michael and his team were great at helping us get our mortgage approval for our new home after we relocated from Vancouver to Toronto. His team was efficient, extremely thoughtful and helpful every step of the way. We would highly recommend them to anyone and will be sure to use their services again should we ever need them in the future. Thank you for everything!

Authors Forever

Authors Forever

I am just so happy that Michael managed to secure a suitable mortgage for me that at first seemed to be so impossible. I do appreciate his efforts and thank him kindly for that; and wish him the best of success in achieving his goals. Dr. Pasha

Chantal Laurie

Chantal Laurie

Michael was so helpful and easy to deal with. He coached us through getting our first mortgage every step of the way. I would recommend him to anyone!

Herbert Bossaerts

Herbert Bossaerts

Michael made this whole 'finding a mortgage that works for me' process so easy. He explains the mortgage hows and whys in a simple yet easy to understand format and empowers you to choose your best option. Thanks again!

Kris R

Kris R

Michael was incredibly helpful from the start with a clear plan for me on how to progress through the different steps. He explained the pros and cons of every move and guided me through every step. He was very responsive given the urgency of things in this market and genuinely cared and put my best interests at priority at all times. It was a pleasure and a great learning experience working with him. He went above and beyond to seek out the best rates for us and I would gladly work with him in future. He also took the time to break down the minutiae of the Mortgage application process and ensured that I was cognizant of the different options and terms and conditions that were available to me to help me make the best decision.

Jess Baxter

Jess Baxter

Very attentive, informative and comforting throughout the entire process. The systems he has in place are second to none. The document management system is easy to use. We will continue to recommend Michael as a trusted and competent Mortgage Advisor. Thanks for everything!

Michael Moo

Michael Moo

Michael helped us get a mortgage for our first home and gave us confidence we were getting one that fit our requirements at a great rate. Throughout the process he was able to answer all of our questions, no matter how basic or specific they were. Thanks again.

Stacy Hanson

Stacy Hanson

Michael has secured two mortgages for us & we will definitely use his services again in the future!
Michael is super supportive and efficient. He is there with you every step of the way and lets you know exactly what is going on. He’s easy to get ahold of & works very quickly. I get rather anxious with these types of big life things & Michael was able to calm my nerves. 5 stars!!!

Ainslie Pickard

Ainslie Pickard

Can't say enough how much we appreciated Michael's attention to detail on finding out exactly how much we could afford. It was also so convenient to be able to meet remotely over the internet so that we didn't have to arrange childcare. Thank you for easing our stress as we pursued such a large purchase!

James E

James E

Michael had treated my wife and I like we were family. He was very supportive and understanding when it came to us getting our first home. The transition was very easy and made a lot more sense, thanks to Michael taking the time to clarify and help us understand areas that we are not too familiar with. Going with Michael and his company was absolutely the right move for us, for as soon as we put an offer down on our current home, the financials were taken care of in only a couple of days! Thank you Michael for getting Leah and I our new home!

Lauren Neilsen

Lauren Neilsen


We recently started working with Michael when we began our journey from renters to home owners. He was incredibly patient and easy to work with -- meeting and exceeded our expectations. I'm confident that we would not be home owners now if it wasn't for his help. Thank you for making this transition a smooth one. I would recommend Friedman Mortgage Advisors to anyone looking to fill their mortgage needs.

Camille Keehn

Camille Keehn

We had a great experience! Michael and team work very hard and fast. Easy to get a hold of and was always there for us every step of the way. You can tell he's very good at his job. Organized and on the ball! Will highly recommend to others.

Justin Ho

Justin Ho

Michael is nothing if not thorough and meticulous in his approach. He went out of his way to meet my mother in person since she isn't tech-savvy. He has over 30 years experience in his field and it shows. I have no hesitation in recommending him for any mortgage and financing needs.

Kathryn Guenter

Kathryn Guenter

Michael and his team were always ready and willing to help. They were quick to respond, professional and knowledgeable. We felt confident that they were always doing the most they could to ensure we were getting the best service and options available.

Travis NoTime

Travis NoTime

I want to buy another home just so I can work with Michael again.

Very professional. Get's everything done. Answers all our dumb questions. Honest. He made a potentially stressfull process run stress free.

The One

The One

Michael has helped me twice with mortgage and mortgage renewal. He is very efficient. I give him my info and in no time he has all the info I need to make my decision and close the deal. He is now working with me to improve my credit rating.

Kimberly Hirji

Kimberly Hirji

It's always great to work with Michael. My husband and I are repeat clients and will continue to be. Thank you Michael!

Rachel Miller

Rachel Miller

Michael helped me it with my first mortgage. He made it simple and convenient for me. Michael would be working around the clock in order for me to meet deadlines and he was able to get me a lower rate near the end. I would recommend him to friends and family and I would use him again.

Sandra Wright

Sandra Wright

Thank you so much for your kindness and your dedication to getting us the very best solution for our mortgage requirements. You innovative approach and professionalism made this difficult time for us easier. We will not hesitate for one second to recommend you to anyone needing assistance.

Pedram Noury

Pedram Noury

Michael has been a great help with finding the right mortgage package. And I've learned a lot by asking him a ton of questions about the process.

Dominique L’Esperance

Dominique L’Esperance

Michael and his team were very professional and helpful yet again making our mortgage experience stress free and efficient. Thank you Michael for putting up with our long list of questions and taking the time to explain every step of the way. Working on our behalf you have set us up for success and we would recommend you and your team to anyone.

Camille St-Cyr

Camille St-Cyr

Michael is extremely knowledgeable and acts quickly to get everything organized. We knew nothing about the process and he explained everything to us. I would highly recommend him to anyone in the process of buying a home.

Carla Dickof

Carla Dickof


Michael Friedman helped us through our first mortgage and made the process as painless as possible. He walked us through everything step by step, even working on the long weekend to help get our tight deadlines met. He took every opportunity to get us the best rate, even managing to get it dropped lower when rates dropped after we had signed all the initial documents. I would recommend him to any and everyone.

Katherine Bowers

Katherine Bowers

Michael was very professional, quick, and thought of everything. We felt like we were in good hands with him as our mortgage advisor. Highly recommended!

James Scarborough

James Scarborough

Very knowledgeable and detailed. He made the impossible, possible.
I would highly recommend Michael to anyone looking for a mortgage.
Job well done!

Matt Peake

Matt Peake

Michael was absolutely wonderful and easy to work with. We've never worked with a Mortgage Broker or bought property in Canada before and we walked us through every step thoroughly and with patience. He's absolutely fantastic and wouldn't hesitate to work with him again.

Charmaine Kumar

Charmaine Kumar

available to answer a quick question. His expertise in the industry helped me overcome a very challenging situation with my mortgage approval.

I would love to work with you again in the future Michael. Thank you for all your efforts!

Charmaine Selvendran

Bill Plummer

Bill Plummer

Worked with Michael to buy our new house. He also connected us with our selling Realtor, Todd Conner. Both did an excellent job. Michael is very straightforward, which we appreciate. He got us a great rate. He phoned me on my birthday! Highly recommended.
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