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4.82
out of 30 reviews

Sabrina Barella

Loan Officer

(619) 790-5855
sbarella@mhslending.com
NMLS# 2122096

About Sabrina

Sabrina was born and raised in San Diego CA. She is passionate about the work and volunteering she has done in helping Military and Veterans since 2004, including traveling the country on a Salute Across America tour in 2019. Sabrina volunteered with the USMC Wounded Warrior battalion and USO San Diego for over a decade helping with numerous events and teaching classes on relationships and communication. She is passionate about bringing authentic, clear communication, compassion, integrity, fun, clarity and ease to the home buying process for her Military family. In her free time, she enjoys volunteering with select non-profits which serve Military and Veteran causes, especially around suicide prevention. She finds joy in and recharges by having fun with friends and family, horses, movies, camping and hiking. Sabrina's favorite saying: "To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment." - Ralph Waldo Emerson

Reviews

Client Reviews

What my clients are saying.
Purchase
Navy
Would Recommend
03/06/2024
Overall Review:

The entire team was super friendly and extremely professional. All my questions were answered and any call or email was answered quickly. They made sure I was informed with every step and even went above and beyond to ensure I got the best interest rate.

- Quentin T.
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Purchase
Army
Would Recommend
02/19/2024
Overall Review:

Our Loan Manager Sabrina Saved our home purchase from failure (Due to another loan Company), got us on back on track, and close on the house we bought on time. We know she went far out of her way to ensure we knew what was going on every step of the way. All of her estimates for closing costs were within a few dollars of dead on. I actually received a bigger return of my earnest money than expected. I would 100% recommend to Everyone doing a VA or any type of loan! They also are willing to do VA construction loans something I found out most lenders will not do. All I can say is than you for your dedication and commitment to getting us in to our Home

- Jeremiah S.
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Purchase
Navy
Would Recommend
02/16/2024
Overall Review:

Great overall communication and answering questions

- Roger B.
Purchase
Army
Would Recommend
01/14/2024
Overall Review:

The experience was not as stressful as I thought. Thanks to Sabrina everything was a lot easier. I know I had a million questions but she was always to explain what was going on. It's good to know that their is a resource like this for veterans. Considering I work at the VA, I am definitely going to spread the word. I think it literally took us like 6 to 8 weeks to buy a house. That's amazing.

Team Review:

Experience was quick and easy

- Edwardo D.
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Purchase
Air Force
Would Recommend
12/11/2023
Overall Review:

Outstanding! This company and team worked tirelessly to make this happen and couldn’t have asked for anything better! If you’re looking to buy, look no further. We had an amazing team who explored every option when things looked bleak, they made it happen! We couldn’t have done this with a subpar company. The people there stay in contact with you, let you know what’s going on, and don’t leave you in the dark! Saying thank you isn’t enough for the effort they put in to help us get a home!

Team Review:

Sabrina Barella worked day and night to help us get this home, our entire team was amazing and words can’t express how grateful we are! I don’t think this would have happened if it was with a different team or company! Thank you just isn’t enough, but thank you so very much for making this happen!!

- Houston S.
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Purchase
Marine Corps
Would Recommend
12/04/2023
- Johnny B.
Purchase
Navy
Would Recommend
11/07/2023
Overall Review:

Sabrina and company was very helpful patient with us as well as being very communicative and informative with no hesitation or delay with any questions we had. With the home buying process being new for us they was able to make it a very smooth and calm transition and we are definitely thankful for everything!!

- Travis J.
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Purchase
Marine Corps
Would Recommend
10/05/2023
Overall Review:

Sabrina was able to help us through the process of getting a VA construction loan. She was always available when we had questions and was prompt when it came to any form of communication. She made the process simple and manageable

- Zachariah G.
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Purchase
Space Force
Would Recommend
09/11/2023
- Dshaune H.
Purchase
Marine Corps
Would Recommend
08/03/2023
Overall Review:

Sabrina and her team were very thorough and kept me updated every step of the way. Every question I had was answered and fast! She got me from application to house key in less than 3 months! And she helped me to end up paying just a few hundred dollars down to get into my new home. I highly recommend Sabrina and her team.

Team Review:

Amazing speed and feedback!

- David C.
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Cash-Out Refi
Army
Would Recommend
06/13/2023
Overall Review:

My loan process was the best! Everyone who worked with me did like they genuinely cared about me. I was informed frequently about any updates. I’m so happy with how this journey went. I’m informing my family and friends about my wonderful experience

Team Review:

I have nothing bad to say about Sabrina. She was very informative from day one. When I had doubts she would have a direct answer. Sabrina customer service is number one

- Robert K.
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Purchase
Navy
Would Recommend
05/24/2023
Overall Review:

Sabrina not only knew the answer to every question I had but also took the time to explain them in a way I could understand. Extremely timely in returning any call and could handle veteran speak like a champion. Will be keeping in touch in the future and recommending her to anyone thinking of buying a home.

Team Review:

Jacob assisted with Sabrina and was well briefed by her and was outstanding with his communications and understanding of the unique experience dealing with a veteran.

- Arron S.
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Purchase
Army
Would Recommend
05/12/2023
Overall Review:

Sabrina was very helpful during the entire process and she responded in a timely manner for all my questions. I have tried over the last three years to use my VA loan but have filled with really bad representation from lending companies. I am so thankful for military home spot lending and the professionalism that Sabrina provided me during my entire process all the way up to finalizing of closing.

Team Review:

I cannot put into words how much I appreciated the simplicity of purchasing a home with military HubSpot lending and the entire team.

- Christopher C.
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Purchase
Marine Corps
Would Recommend
05/09/2023
Overall Review:

I worked with Sabrina on several properties just over a year, before finalizing on my dream home. Total professional, pure dedication, divine wisdom, driven and clear focus are but a few of many prestige traits to try to capture in a few words Sabrina’s energy. Sabrina’s ability to navigate the mortgage process and pull together a championship team of professionals to hit the often, moving target, end game goal, of home ownership has been extremely refreshing. I am forever grateful for her partnership in getting us as a team to closing. As the process unfolded, she remained a pillar of hope and proved to be very resourceful and trustworthy. I did my research and shopped around with many mortgage lenders prior to learning that working with Sabrina and the team of Military Home Spot Lending could not be matched. She brought into our huddle Angie, Laura, Karen and Jessica. I have been completely blown away by the level of dedication and tribal knowledge I received from this team. They kept the process fun and exciting, in the mortgage industry whereby sometimes things may seem very conservative and stuffy. They all went that extra mile to ensure the finish line stayed clear and as a team we achieved gold medals as we crossed it together. I never felt out of the loop, while working with this strong team. They kept all the internal teams and 3rd party members on track and in record time we won. No question I asked was ever too hard or unanswered. I never felt like just another client in a pile. I felt a sense of calm and they exhibited poise the entire course from meet and greet to beyond. Thank You all so very much for everything. Cheers, Mr. Shannon Boyd

Team Review:

I worked with Sabrina on several properties just over a year, before finalizing on my dream home. Total professional, pure dedication, divine wisdom, driven and clear focus are but a few of many prestige traits to try to capture in a few words Sabrina’s energy. Sabrina’s ability to navigate the mortgage process and pull together a championship team of professionals to hit the often, moving target, end game goal, of home ownership has been extremely refreshing. I am forever grateful for her partnership in getting us as a team to closing. As the process unfolded, she remained a pillar of hope and proved to be very resourceful and trustworthy. I did my research and shopped around with many mortgage lenders prior to learning that working with Sabrina and the team of Military Home Spot Lending could not be matched. She brought into our huddle Angie, Laura, Karen and Jessica. I have been completely blown away by the level of dedication and tribal knowledge I received from this team. They kept the process fun and exciting, in the mortgage industry whereby sometimes things may seem very conservative and stuffy. They all went that extra mile to ensure the finish line stayed clear and as a team we achieved gold medals as we crossed it together. I never felt out of the loop, while working with this strong team. They kept all the internal teams and 3rd party members on track and in record time we won. No question I asked was ever too hard or unanswered. I never felt like just another client in a pile. I felt a sense of calm and they exhibited poise the entire course from meet and greet to beyond. Thank You all so very much for everything. Cheers, Mr. Shannon Boyd

- Shannon B.
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Purchase
Army
Would Recommend
05/08/2023
Overall Review:

Sabrina was very awesome throughout my whole transaction. I enjoyed the process Sabrina made things so smoothly.

Team Review:

I loved my experience with Sabrina. Things went wonderfully thanks to Sabrina.

- Ira K.
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Purchase
Air Force
Would Recommend
03/22/2023
- Vanessa C.
Purchase
Coast Guard

03/10/2023
Overall Review:

I believe that the closing costs were too high. Also sending paperwork multiple times and the slowness to the close was a disgrace as well as changing the closing date 3+ times is not good customer service. The slowness of the whole experience was not something I wish to go through ever again. I have had 3+ VA loans and never experienced the disappointments that I have been through

Team Review:

Lower your closing costs and better customer service and support would be helpful. I will not be a repeat customer and will not recommend you to anyone I know and will pass my experience on to everyone l know who I looking for a loan

- Ed S.
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Purchase
Marine Corps
Would Recommend
02/24/2023
Overall Review:

Exceptional experience. Sabrina helped make this process a lot easier to work. I would highly recommend Military Homespot for home ownership.

Team Review:

Great experience, It was a pleasure to have worked with you and facilitate the process.

- Jonathan A.
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Purchase
Air Force
Would Recommend
01/02/2023
Overall Review:

Everything went very smoothly. Sabrina was always available to answer out questions and gave us clear information.

Team Review:

We had a slightly complicated case, however, Sabrina handled all the nuances of our situation very promptly and was always very responsive via email and phone whenever we had any questions.

- Michael B.
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Purchase
Army

12/14/2022
Overall Review:

Sabrina bless her from the beginning she did all she could to help get us approved n she did everything thank God we had her as our realtor I would recommend anyone looking for properties to hire this beautiful lady many blessings Sabrina for helping us

- Caesar M.
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Purchase
Army
Would Recommend
10/10/2022
Overall Review:

Sabrina is one awesome loan officer. She handled everything while keeping me up to date. Military Home Spot Lending is awesome and highly recommended. John Roberts

Team Review:

Smooth as it can be nothing unexpected or no big surprises. All above board professionals.

- John R.
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Purchase
Army
Would Recommend
08/09/2022
Overall Review:

She was awesome. Made me feel like a friend, not a number.

Team Review:

Great service, always available to answer my questions.

- Alan C.
Purchase
Army
Would Recommend
07/27/2022
Overall Review:

Sabrina was simply awesome. She made me feel like I was her only client. Whenever I had any questions she was always there. She walked me through every step of the process. She took all of the pressure from being a first time home buyer away. I couldn't have had a better experience. Thank you miss Sabrina!

Team Review:

Great company. Really takes care of Bertrand like myself.

- Michael H.
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Purchase
Army
Would Recommend
04/10/2022
Overall Review:

she made it really easy and and as strees free as possible.

Team Review:

first i would like to thank Military Homespot for making this dream of my wife and I's come true we never thought we would be able to own a home again. So that being said right from the get go Sabrina and her team gave me great confidence and Sabrina was really awesome especially in the times i was not sleeping and just a wreck . So in my opinion i thought Sabrina and her team were really awesome.

- John Q.
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Purchase
Army
Would Recommend
02/08/2022
Overall Review:

Sabrina Barella is the best she's very helpful and does her job well for her clients she gets it don't by any means necessary Thank you Thank you Thank you

Team Review:

It was a long ride but we finished

- Denise P.
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Purchase
Marine Corps
Would Recommend
01/19/2022
Overall Review:

The service and personal attention we received from Sabrina Barella were exceptional and beyond what we were expecting! Her knowledge of the local market and her commitment to finding us the best rate helped us in our search for our dream home. As first-time home buyers, everything was new to us and the most important thing we wanted was someone we could trust. She was there for us every step of the way. I'm glad we chose her services and would recommend Sabrina to anyone buying a home!!

- Quartney B.
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Purchase
Navy
Would Recommend
01/13/2022
Team Review:

Sabrina and Gage went above and beyond to help me. They are great.

- Laura S.
Purchase
Army
Would Recommend
09/27/2021
Overall Review:

Sabrina did amazing.

Team Review:

It wasn’t the lending company is was more personal

- Erick F.
Refinance
Would Recommend
09/19/2021
Team Review:

There is no way I can thank MHS Lending and this dedicated team for all they were able to accomplish in spite of what seemed like insurmountable issues!! There were times I was so discouraged I wanted to stop, but Sabrina’s positivity and diligence got me back on track. Gage was able to gather all the documents and keep them straight. Mike was eagle-eyed and found a date on one form which ended all the drama that was making this, and other parts of our life, so difficult! Amazing team you have, Caleb! Thank you, thank you! I am steady sending referrals to you!

- Mary S.
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Refinance
Would Recommend
07/08/2021
- Sarah F.