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I understand that buying or refinancing a home is one of the most significant financial decisions my clients will make. That's why I'm committed to giving my team the knowledge, resources, and support they need to guide borrowers through the mortgage process with confidence and attention to every detail.
With extensive experience across all facets of mortgage lending, I can help my team navigate everything from first-time home purchases to refinancing and complex financing needs. My expertise includes Conventional, Jumbo, FHA, VA, USDA, and Renovation loans.
I stay current on financial and housing-market trends, mortgage guidelines, and state and federal regulations so I can serve as a trusted resource for my team and our clients. My goal is to ensure our clients receive more than just a loan—they receive informed guidance and the most competitive financing solution for their unique needs.
Rating: 4.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass There seemed to be some confusion on some of the details of this product. I am still a little confused on parts of this. Going through my second one now. I understand it better, but not as confident as I should be. Nancy TheodorouRochester, NY Jul 27
There seemed to be some confusion on some of the details of this product. I am still a little confused on parts of this. Going through my second one now. I understand it better, but not as confident as I should be.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Ease of communication, never felt like my questions were downplayed, kept in touch. Brian DWayland, NY Apr 13
Ease of communication, never felt like my questions were downplayed, kept in touch.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass What made it great was working with april bareno and her team being. invaluable/indispensable/inspiring making us feel hopeful and encouraged heart of gold/dedicated/devoted and committed to the task or purpose she's working on,goes above and beyond exceeds expectations in helping and that's what made this experience very great. Richard CArkport, NY Jan 19
What made it great was working with april bareno and her team being. invaluable/indispensable/inspiring making us feel hopeful and encouraged heart of gold/dedicated/devoted and committed to the task or purpose she's working on,goes above and beyond exceeds expectations in helping and that's what made this experience very great.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass April is the best! I always refer my clients to her first! I expecially appreciate how informative she is and the time she takes to explain everything, as well as, answering all my questions. Her genuine care for the clients and expertise alliagns with my companies goals for our clients. I feels she gos above and beyond any other mortgage broker I... JulieTonawanda, NY Dec 01
April is the best! I always refer my clients to her first! I expecially appreciate how informative she is and the time she takes to explain everything, as well as, answering all my questions. Her genuine care for the clients and expertise alliagns with my companies goals for our clients. I feels she gos above and beyond any other mortgage broker I...
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass April and Michele were both so helpful in facilitating what is, undeniably, a stressful process. They did a great job communicating what was needed and keeping us up to speed on the whole process. We cannot thank them enough for the efforts they went through in helping us secure funding. Thank you, both, so much. We could not have been happ... AllenGreece, NY May 13
April and Michele were both so helpful in facilitating what is, undeniably, a stressful process. They did a great job communicating what was needed and keeping us up to speed on the whole process. We cannot thank them enough for the efforts they went through in helping us secure funding. Thank you, both, so much. We could not have been happ...
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass April was very responsive, friendly and helped achieved goals of refinancing. Nicole IPenfield, NY May 09
April was very responsive, friendly and helped achieved goals of refinancing.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Being kept informed every step along the way! Linda JGreece, NY May 04
Being kept informed every step along the way!
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass April has excellent communication skills. She is always willing to go the extra mile to help get buyers to the finish line in a timely manner. DEBORAH LEEArkport, NY Jul 16
April has excellent communication skills. She is always willing to go the extra mile to help get buyers to the finish line in a timely manner.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass Clear communication and quick responses along with a true feeling that April was working in our best interest. RobinNorth Chili, NY Jul 16
Clear communication and quick responses along with a true feeling that April was working in our best interest.
Rating: 4.5 out of 5.0 from Encompass Everyone pulled a lot together in a short time period. It got a bit confusing with Vallone, but they did good. You all make a good team, Kudos!! Thank you all, Nancy H. Nancy EllenSouth Wales, NY Oct 21
Everyone pulled a lot together in a short time period. It got a bit confusing with Vallone, but they did good. You all make a good team, Kudos!! Thank you all, Nancy H.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from write_review I love April, she gets the job done and is always a phone call or text away. I have put my trust in her as well as my realtor to do me good. When all is said and done, I will give another review. Love you April!! Nancy Aug 24
I love April, she gets the job done and is always a phone call or text away. I have put my trust in her as well as my realtor to do me good. When all is said and done, I will give another review. Love you April!!
Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 from Encompass April is professional and devoted to what she does. She is wonderful at helping everyone involved in the transaction. I will continue to send her referrals because she is always accessible and takes the time to inform all involved. I have had clients and even myself, reach out to her in the middle of the night, weekends, holidays and even when s... Julie LYoungstown, NY Aug 14
April is professional and devoted to what she does. She is wonderful at helping everyone involved in the transaction. I will continue to send her referrals because she is always accessible and takes the time to inform all involved. I have had clients and even myself, reach out to her in the middle of the night, weekends, holidays and even when s...