I Was Nervous Because of My Financial Situation…But They Made It All Happen! Cornerstone First Financial did an awesome job getting me a mortgage to buy my first home. I was nervous during the whole process because of my situation, but they made it all happen. I thought it was impossible for me to…
Could Not be Happier with the Way They Handled My Co-op Loan… Excellent company! Mark and Emily are extremely professional, attentive, forthcoming and go out of their way to handle your needs quickly and efficiently. Could not be happier with the way they handled my coop loan. 5/5. ~ Kemen Linsuain Read more client…
Cornerstone First Financial is now offering co-op mortgages. A co-op or cooperative mortgage is a type of loan that allows the borrower to purchase shares of a housing cooperative. In this type of mortgage, a corporation retains ownership of the property, and residents use their purchased shares to remain in the property. Depending on the…
Mark genuinely seemed to care about my concerns and overall home buying experience…they found me a great interest rate, beating out my credit union and several other mortgage brokers… I did not want to buy a home, largely because I was intimidated by the process. Thankfully, a friend recommended Mark and his team at…
With the recent interest rate drop, nearly 5 million homeowners can now save money on their mortgages! Are you going to be one of them? You may qualify for a refinance that can put money back in your pocket! You can trust Chris Plante when he says: “the person with all the information…
Cornerstone Made Getting a Mortgage as Painless as Humanly Possible… Cornerstone First Financial, specifically Johanna and Emily, made getting a mortgage as painless as humanly possible! It is nice to deal with a small team of people to the point where you can develop a personable working relationship. ~ Jennifer Rzonca Read more client…
They Worked Hard To Get Us Into Our Home… Thank you to Kofi Darfoor who worked hard to get us into our home when the circumstances were less than the ideal only end. He was always available to explain the steps to me as a first time home buyer. Thank you so much for…
We’ve just seen the largest single drop in mortgage interest rates in over a decade – allowing nearly 5 million homeowners to save money on their mortgage. In fact, mortgage refinance applications have reached their highest level in three years, as interest rates plunge in the aftermath of the most recent fed meeting.…
Their Customer Service Made It a Seamless Process… Cornerstone found every reason for me to go with them and not with anyone else. I shopped for interest rates for about 2 months via Zillow, PenFed, Navy Fed, USAA, and others. I say all this because this is my 3rd home purchase and Cornerstone, specifically…
My Experience with Cornerstone was Phenomenal and Worry-Free… Cornerstone First Financial is a top notch company. From beginning to the end, Mark Livingstone was very professional and attentive. Emily was so efficient and provided updates and timely information at all times. My experience with Cornerstone was phenomenal and worry-free. ~ Paul Chon Read more…
Cornerstone First Financial has helped hundreds of retired military members and their families with their easy process for VA Loans! This retired Military Member and State Department employee built their new home in Maryland! As a lender and mortgage broker, Cornerstone First Financial has the resources available to help you with your mortgage loan needs.…
Are you looking to buy your first home or a new home? Most people who buy a home will need a mortgage. Below are some of the most frequently asked mortgage questions. How do I start the mortgage process? Start off by doing some research. Check online how consumers shop for mortgages. Start with a…


