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Brian Lavan knows that buying or refinancing a home is the biggest financial decision of his clients’ lives. That’s why he makes a point of consulting with his clients throughout the entire loan process, so they are well educated and active participants in the transaction.
He has an extensive background in all facets of mortgage lending and assisting his clients with many different needs, whether they are a homebuyer looking to purchase a new home or current homeowners looking to benefit from refinancing. His expertise includes Conventional, Jumbo, FHA, VA, USDA, and Renovation loans.
Brian also makes a point of keeping up with the latest financial and industry trends, as well as state and federal regulatory requirements, so he can serve as an informed advocate for his clients.
His focus is on not merely getting his clients a loan, but finding the best loan for them.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Brian was great to work with. He answered all our questions and was quick to communicate. He made this process easier. MorganneCollegeville, PA Mar 23
Brian was great to work with. He answered all our questions and was quick to communicate. He made this process easier.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Brian was extremely helpful and communicative every step of the process. He would text, call, email, whatever we needed to ensure we felt comfortable the whole time. I have already recommended him to others buying homes, and will continue to recommend him! NicoleHamilton, NJ Mar 16
Brian was extremely helpful and communicative every step of the process. He would text, call, email, whatever we needed to ensure we felt comfortable the whole time. I have already recommended him to others buying homes, and will continue to recommend him!
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass As a real estate professional, I truly appreciate working with lenders who communicate and deliver - and Brian Lavan does both! He solves challenges quickly, and ensured the loan closed on time. Our clients were very happy. CarolHamilton, NJ Mar 16
As a real estate professional, I truly appreciate working with lenders who communicate and deliver - and Brian Lavan does both! He solves challenges quickly, and ensured the loan closed on time. Our clients were very happy.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Working with Brian everything always goes smoothly He keeps myself on my clients informed throughout the whole process. EricNeptune City, NJ Mar 04
Working with Brian everything always goes smoothly He keeps myself on my clients informed throughout the whole process.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Very professional. Outstanding customer service. Very informative on every aspect. Lisa AnnLake Harmony, PA Dec 19
Very professional. Outstanding customer service. Very informative on every aspect.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Brian made the process seamless and easy. He explained every detail to us so we always knew what to expect. our loan closed quickly and easily. LisaLackawaxen, PA Oct 15
Brian made the process seamless and easy. He explained every detail to us so we always knew what to expect. our loan closed quickly and easily.
Rating: 4.2 out of 5.0 from Encompass If you had given me a chance to move in and get settled before asking me to complete a survey. geez Donna L.Monroe Township, NJ Oct 11
If you had given me a chance to move in and get settled before asking me to complete a survey. geez
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Brian's ability to get this to the closing table for the date we needed it for. We had 2 closings for this client that needed to be the same day and he made it work! CarolMonroe Township, NJ Oct 07
Brian's ability to get this to the closing table for the date we needed it for. We had 2 closings for this client that needed to be the same day and he made it work!
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Brian made the whole process very easy. He communicated every step of the way. GregoryLackawaxen, PA Sep 21
Brian made the whole process very easy. He communicated every step of the way.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Brian was knowledgeable and attentive. Made the process smooth and seamless. GailLackawaxen, PA Sep 14
Brian was knowledgeable and attentive. Made the process smooth and seamless.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Brian always goes above and beyond for us. He makes the entire process effortless from start to finish — with fast communication, constant availability, and a seamless experience every time. Brian and his team are truly the best, and I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my mortgage process. Highly recommend — 5 stars! Thank you, Brian! ChristieLanoka Harbor, NJ Jul 24
Brian always goes above and beyond for us. He makes the entire process effortless from start to finish — with fast communication, constant availability, and a seamless experience every time. Brian and his team are truly the best, and I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my mortgage process. Highly recommend — 5 stars! Thank you, Brian!
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Brian is a true professional EricStafford Township, NJ May 17
Brian is a true professional
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass The best man for a mortgage he gets it done thank you and the team great people Brian lavan this the BarbaraToms River, NJ Dec 30
The best man for a mortgage he gets it done thank you and the team great people Brian lavan this the
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass The hole team worked together Brian lavan is a amazing person and is the right man for the job🏡 JamesToms River, NJ Dec 25
The hole team worked together Brian lavan is a amazing person and is the right man for the job🏡
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Brian always communicates the information you need as soon as possible via email, text or call and will always be available to answer any and all questions. If he is not able to answer you right away, he will let you know when he will get back to you and it's always in a timely manner. LisaToms River, NJ Dec 17
Brian always communicates the information you need as soon as possible via email, text or call and will always be available to answer any and all questions. If he is not able to answer you right away, he will let you know when he will get back to you and it's always in a timely manner.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Brian was exceptional! BELINDAToms River, NJ Dec 12
Brian was exceptional!
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Brian was communicative and super helpful. He let us know what we could afford and got everything done for us quickly for our 30-day close. I can't say enough amazing things about how helpful Brian was during this process. DustinPhiladelphia, PA Oct 21
Brian was communicative and super helpful. He let us know what we could afford and got everything done for us quickly for our 30-day close. I can't say enough amazing things about how helpful Brian was during this process.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass The whole team was great. Brian Lavan is a super mortgage guy. Best I ever used. EricColonia, NJ Jun 24
The whole team was great. Brian Lavan is a super mortgage guy. Best I ever used.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Brian was always accessible & ready to answer any and all questions. 10/10. Anthony SColonia, NJ Jun 24
Brian was always accessible & ready to answer any and all questions. 10/10.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Brian is such a professional, knowledgeable representative for Anni-Mac. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking to get a mortgage. MonicaHamburg, NJ Feb 07
Brian is such a professional, knowledgeable representative for Anni-Mac. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking to get a mortgage.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Brian is a true professional who is knowledgeable, caring, understanding and explains everything thoroughly. A pleasure to work with! PeterHamburg, NJ Feb 07
Brian is a true professional who is knowledgeable, caring, understanding and explains everything thoroughly. A pleasure to work with!
Rating: 4.2 out of 5.0 from Encompass Communication & clarity Nicholas JohnHolmdel, NJ Oct 26
Communication & clarity
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Brian is always through. Great communication with client and myself. Pays attention to detail. EricHolmdel, NJ Oct 26
Brian is always through. Great communication with client and myself. Pays attention to detail.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Great customer service, quick responses to all my questions and transparency throughout the entire process was great to have ElizabethMedford, NJ Oct 26
Great customer service, quick responses to all my questions and transparency throughout the entire process was great to have
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass The overall service that Brian gives is second to none. EricMedford, NJ Oct 26
The overall service that Brian gives is second to none.