First Time Home Buyer Part #3 This is the third edition of our First Time Home Buyers blog series. In this series, we want First Time Home Buyers to understand everything that they need to be prepared for but also understand tips for success. We want you to understand...
Geoff
Introducing Geoff Lee, the mortgage maverick with a heart of gold and a flair for financing fun! With three decades of real estate know-how and over twelve years as a mortgage maestro, Geoff isn't just your average broker—he's a financial wizard with a passion for making dreams come true!
As a proud member of Mortgage Brokers Association of British Columbia (MBABC) and Mortgage Professionals Canada (MPC), Geoff isn't just keeping up with the trends; he's setting them ablaze! But he's not all about numbers and rates; he's got a soft spot for giving back.
Geoff is the co-founder and Past Director of the Imani Orphan Care Foundation, where his heart for helping shines brighter than the North Star! Through life-changing sponsorships and empowering projects, Geoff's making waves of change for abandoned children in Kenya, Africa. And guess what? Every mortgage closed means a slice of the pie goes straight to Imani—talk about financing with a purpose!
With over 450 FIVE STAR Google Reviews and counting, Geoff's reputation is hotter than a summer day in Miami. He's not just a mortgage broker; he's a community superhero and an award-winning rockstar! From snagging the title of Top 50 Mortgage Broker in Canada to scoring Canadian Mortgage Awards left and right, Geoff's trophy shelf is bursting at the seams!
But beyond the accolades and the spreadsheets, Geoff's true superpower lies in his passion for making a difference. Whether he's crunching numbers, building communities, or spreading smiles halfway across the globe, Geoff's commitment to excellence is second to none. Welcome to the GLM Mortgage Group, where every mortgage is a ticket to a brighter future—for you and for others!
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