Partner with LendFriend & Let's Grow Together
More Than a Lender—A Lead-Generating Partner for Top Realtors
Work with LendFriend and get more than just great rates, fast closings, and five-star service for your clients—gain a true mortgage partner who not only makes you look good, but actively fuels your pipeline by sending high-intent buyer leads back your way
LendFriend Partners
When you’re as good at what you do as we are, you’re guaranteed to make some great connections with big names! Keep reading to learn more about our trusted partners.
How Partnering With LendFriend Works
We’re not just a mortgage broker—we’re your long-term business partner.
When you work with LendFriend, you’re teaming up with Eric and Michael Bernstein, two seasoned mortgage pros who treat your clients like family and send leads back to agents who hustle. Here's how our partnership process works:
Meet with Eric and Michael
We kick things off with a quick intro call or coffee. You’ll get to know our process, our value props, and how we can support your business with fast closings, white-glove service, and lead flow.
Introduce a Buyer—We’ll Handle the Rest
Send us a client and watch how we work. From lightning-fast preapprovals to constant communication, we’ll guide your buyer from offer to closing like seasoned pros—making you look even better.
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Get Preapproved Buyers Sent Back to You
Our online marketing, SEO, and referral funnels generate high-intent buyer leads every week—many of whom don’t have an agent yet. When they’re ready to tour homes, we send them back to the agents who trust us with their deals.
Eric and Michael didn’t start LendFriend just to close loans.
They started it with a bigger mission: to build a lender that gives back to real estate agents—not just with great rates and service, but with real, high-quality buyer referrals.
While most lenders were focused on volume, Eric and Michael were focused on value. They believed a great mortgage partner should grow your business, not just handle paperwork.
So they got to work.
For months, they woke up early and stayed up late, building high-converting online campaigns designed to generate buyer leads—not just for themselves, but for the realtors they work with.
And then it happened.
Their inbox started flooding with qualified leads. But not just any leads—over 60% of these homebuyers were unrepresented, and they were asking for help finding a real estate agent.
That’s when LendFriend’s Realtor Referral Network was born.
In year one alone, the LendFriend team closed over $100 million in funded loans—and referred dozens of buyers back to trusted agents in our network.
Since Launching Our Referral Program:
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✅ We've referred 400+ deals to our agent partners
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💰 Those referrals have generated $4,000,000+ in real estate commissions
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🚀 And our funnel continues to grow—bringing in preapproved, ready-to-buy clients every month
Want to Grow With Us?
At LendFriend, we’re committed to more than just fast closings and five-star service.
We’re here to help you grow your pipeline with real buyer referrals generated through proven, ROI-driven marketing funnels.
If you're a real estate agent who’s focused on growth, serious about client service, and ready to work with a mortgage partner who actually sends you business—we’d love to meet you.
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And Our Clients Love Us too!
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We worked with the LendFriend team and could not recommend it more. As first time home buyers, there is a lot to learn - and LendFriend know how to share their knowledge with patience and professionalism.For anyone considering working with them, just go ahead and give them a call. You will not regret it.
Jesper Holdensen
Closed June 2025 -
Wow my husband and I were truly impressed with how easy the LendFriend team made our home buying experience. Eric and his team took extra care in explaining and outlining each step -- a real customer first experience. On top of that, each member of the team was incredibly knowledgeable, organized, and responsive; resulting in an expeditious close! The website promise of working around the clock to support you is 100% factual, we had staff answering questions late night and weekends. The entire team was a real pleasure to work with, so if you are looking for a mortgage broker look no further, LendFriend is the team for you! They will give you peace of mind, get you the best rates, and make you feel confident when buying your home :)
Sarah Carr
Closed May 2025 -
I had been looking for a house for 2-3 years and while it was a journey as a business owner with a difficult financial situation this company did what 6 others could not. They got me a jumbo loan based off my business income and when I needed more they just made it happen twice. This process of funding can be extremely difficult and basically a blow to the ego but Eric and his team are literally magicians and my fiancee and I are now closed on out dream house. I recommend them whole heartedly
Shawn Tassone, MD, PhD
Closed April 2025 -
LendFriend is the only place to go for mortgage brokerage services. Their unparalleled technical knowledge, relationships with a wide array of lenders, and outstanding service make them the absolute best place to secure your next mortgage.
Robert Daake
Closed March 2025 -
LendFriend was such a wonderful partner in the process of buying our first home. They were so helpful and patient in giving us guidance, and their availability to communicate was next-to-none. I can't recommend them highly enough!
Hunter Hampton
Closed February 2025 -
Highly recommend LendFriend!!! As daunting as the process can be to get pre-approved for a mortgage loan, the entire team was great that we worked with that got us to the finish line. Each team member helped us in clearly communicating each step to ensure every step was smooth, in addition being available for a quick call to walk through our questions and concerns when needed. LendFriend was also very competitive with rates and dropped our interest rate last minute right before we closed! They got the job done and made it as stress free as possible.
Ingrid Eichenberger
Closed December 2024
Realtor Referral Network FAQ: Your Questions Answered
Is there a fee to gain access to your referral network?
Absolutely not. There’s no cost, no subscription, and no catch. Our referral network is built on mutual trust and shared success—not payment. We’d never ask you for money. All we ask is that you give us a shot with clients you care about, and we’ll prove why partnering with LendFriend is worth it.
What if I don’t want to refer all my clients to LendFriend?
That’s totally fine. We’re not here to take over your pipeline—we’re here to earn it. And you don't have to send us all your clients to receive high quality referrals. Most agents start by testing us out with one or two clients, and before long, they’re sending more after hearing how well we treated them.
My current lender has great rates. Can you compete?
Yes—and we often find that our rates are much sharper than the competition. As a mortgage broker, we shop your clients’ loans across dozens of wholesale lenders to find the best deal. That means better pricing, more flexible guidelines, and options banks can’t touch.
You can find out just how sharp our rates are by signing up for our Rate Alerts to see our rates every Friday.
What’s LendFriend’s track record?
LendFriend is led by Eric and Michael Bernstein, who have personally originated over $1 billion in loan volume since 2019. We consistently rank among the top 1% of mortgage brokers nationwide, even in today’s competitive market. Our results are real—and our reputation is built on delivering for both clients and agent partners.
What kind of clients do you work best with?
We’re exceptional with first-time buyers, self-employed clients, and high-credit borrowers looking for a better deal. We also specialize in jumbo, VA, FHA, and investment property financing across Texas.
WHY CHOOSE LENDFRIEND?
At LendFriend Mortgage, we’re more than just a lender — we’re your trusted mortgage broker, dedicated to securing you the right mortgage rate for you with no hidden fees. Our user-friendly technology and transparent process make it easy to compare mortgage options, get pre-approved, and close quickly.
Around the Clock
We’re here 7 days a week, 365 days a year to help you compare mortgage rates, get pre-approved, and move forward with confidence to buy or refinance your home on your timeline.
Loan Options
We offer a wide range of home loan programs, including FHA, VA, jumbo, and conventional loans — so you can find the best fit.
Get Pre-Approved Quickly
Apply online to secure a pre-approval that strengthens your offer and moves you one step closer to your new home.
Competitive Rates with No Points
LendFriend Mortgage offers super low rates with no points.
Personalized Mortgage Guidance
You’ll work closely with a dedicated mortgage expert who helps you compare loan programs, understand mortgage terms, and navigate the financing process with clarity and confidence.
Close in 3 Weeks
Our process is built for speed. Most clients close their home loan in just 3 weeks.
Fast, Friendly, Trusted Service
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Competitive Rates With LendFriend's 5-star Service
We offer you the best loan products and the lowest rates without sacrificing white glove service. Since our inception, we continue to put our clients above everything else, and our commitment to service remains unparalleled.
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10 Business Day Closings
Need to close quickly? LendFriend can help. Our average close times are just under 21 days but we can close as fast as 10 business days if you need us to!
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Unmatched Reputation
There’s a reason why LendFriend has over 440 5-star reviews Google. Client satisfaction is a guarantee
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Fast Turnaround Times
Want to make an offer and need a quick pre-qualification? Our team has borrowers pre-qualified in minutes. Request fast pre-qualifications at your convenience!
