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★★★★★ 4.9 Written rate + APR estimates · NMLS #2316811

Compare Your Bank QuoteAgainst Our Written Estimate.

See your rate, APR, payment, and fees in writing — before you apply. No hard credit pull. No phone calls unless you ask for one.

Example rates
Avg comparison
%
Est. diff
$219
/mo
Zeus rate
6.25%
APR 6.25%
Loan $600,000
$200k$500k$800k$1M$1.25M
Example only. 30-year fixed. $600,000 loan, $1,000,000 property value, 780 FICO, 60% LTV, owner-occupied SFR, California. Rate/APR/payment examples are subject to change and are not a commitment to lend. P&I only; excludes taxes, insurance, HOA and prepaid finance charges.
Example only · rates refreshed each market session · 780 FICO · 60% LTV · CA
Borrower examples ★★★★★ 4.9 · CA verified
★★★★★
"The written estimate made it easy to compare rate, APR, payment and fees before applying."
Purchase example · Los Angeles · Feb 2026
Written comparison
★★★★★
"The quote showed the full payment picture, not just the headline rate."
Purchase example · Torrance · Mar 2026
Clear terms
★★★★★
"Everything stayed in writing until I asked for a call."
Purchase example · Culver City · Jan 2026
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Individual results vary. Pricing depends on credit, program, LTV, property type, occupancy, lock date, points/lender credit and lender pricing. Rate and APR are examples for advertising only.

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Why compare with Zeus

See the rate, APR, payment and fees.
Before you apply.

Mortgage pricing can vary by lender, compensation model, credit profile, LTV, lock date and fees. Zeus gives you a written estimate so you can compare clearly before choosing a lender.

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Common skepticism

If it seems too good to be true,
these are the questions you're asking.

Three honest answers before you commit. No marketing spin.

How is your rate lower without a catch?

Banks pay commissioned loan officers 1–2% of your loan amount, then bake that cost into your rate. As a California-licensed mortgage broker, we compare pricing across multiple lending partners and disclose our compensation in dollars on every Loan Estimate — federal RESPA / Reg X requirement. You see exactly what we earn before you commit. No yield-spread surprise at closing.

If everything is online, who is actually accountable?

Zeus Group is a real California-licensed brokerage. NMLS #2316811 · CA DRE #02176952. Verify in 60 seconds at nmlsconsumeraccess.org ↗. Our license, complaint history, and state of operation are public record. If we make a mistake, you have a state regulator to escalate to — same as any brick-and-mortar broker.

What if my scenario isn't a fit?

About 1 in 5 quotes we run doesn't beat what the borrower already has. We tell you. Plainly. No hard credit pull, no follow-up, no obligation. The whole point of getting a written estimate before applying is so you can walk away with zero damage — that's the offer.

Multi-lender pricing access

We review available programs from lending partners and show the pricing that fits your scenario. You see the estimate before you decide.

Lender availability varies by borrower profile, program and guidelines.

How it works

Built for faster closings.
When documents are ready.

We collect the key documents early so underwriting can move with fewer surprises. Timing still depends on borrower, property, lender, appraisal, title and third parties.

  1. 2–3 minutes · No credit pull
    Tell us your scenario
    Goal, property type, estimated credit, loan amount, timeline. Enough to compare competitive rates from multiple lending partners without a hard credit pull.
    Online form Get My Written Estimate · 3 min →
  2. Same day · In writing
    Receive your real numbers
    Rate, APR, estimated payment and fee preview — by email before you've committed to anything.
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  3. Your decision · Zero pressure
    Apply when you're ready
    We collect your full document package upfront so underwriting moves in days, not weeks.
    Secure upload portal
  4. Timing varies by file
    Lock, close, done
    Rate locked, closing scheduled. Timing varies by file, property, appraisal, title, lender and third parties.
    Callbacks on request
No pressure. Email-first follow-up.

You move at your speed.

Your estimate is delivered in writing by email. Review it at your pace. Want a call? Just ask.

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Borrower examples

Clear estimates.
Real scenarios. Written numbers.

4.9
★★★★★ avg
APR
shown with rate
Fees
shown before applying

Individual results vary. Pricing depends on credit, program, LTV, property type, occupancy, lock date, points/lender credit and fees.

★★★★☆Took 23 days
Closed slower than promised · rate was real

"My file took 23 days instead of the 15 they market — appraisal came back delayed. But the rate they quoted was the rate I locked, and every fee at closing matched the estimate. Honest comms the whole way."

Ravi H.
Refinance · Pasadena · $695k · Dec 2025
★★★★★Beat bank 0.95%
0.95% below my bank · Closed in 14 days

"I called four lenders. Nobody came close. Zeus beat my bank by nearly a full percent and the whole process happened over text — no pressure."

James L.
Purchase · Torrance · $810k · Mar 2026
★★★★★Written comparison
Rate, APR and fees in writing

"The written estimate made it easier to compare options without committing to a full application first."

Sofia R.
Refinance · Long Beach · $740k · Feb 2026
★★★★★1099 approved
Self-employed · Approved when others said no

"Two lenders couldn't figure out my income docs. Zeus matched me with the right lender in days. The written estimate made the comparison clear."

David K.
Purchase · Palos Verdes · $920k · Apr 2025
★★★★★Zero surprises
Every fee disclosed upfront · No closing surprises

"I've bought three homes. Closing costs always had something unexpected. Not with Zeus. Every number shown at the quote was the number I signed at closing."

Marcus N.
Purchase · Hawthorne · $775k · Jan 2026
Get My Written Estimate → Rate + APR by email · same day · NMLS #2316811
Example rates
Your real payment.
Side by side.
Adjust your loan amount. Switch programs. See exactly what you'd pay with Zeus vs. the bank average — before any credit pull.
Loan amount $600,000
$200k$500k$800k$1.0M$1.25M
Zeus monthly P&I
$3,753
at 6.25% · APR 6.25%
Zeus total interest
$751k
over full term
Bank avg monthly P&I
$3,972
at 6.95% avg
Bank total interest
$830k
over full term
You save / month
$219
$2,628 first year
Total interest saved
$79k
over full term
Zeus rate
6.25% · APR 6.25%
Bank avg rate
6.95%

Example only. 30-year fixed. $600,000 loan, $1,000,000 property value, 780 FICO, 60% LTV, owner-occupied SFR, California. Rate/APR/payment examples are subject to change and are not a commitment to lend. P&I only; excludes taxes, insurance, HOA and prepaid finance charges. CA DRE #02176952 · NMLS #2316811

↻ Rates adjust with market conditions. Final pricing depends on credit, LTV, loan amount, occupancy, property type, lock date, points/lender credit and fees.

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Common questions

The answers your bank hopes you don't ask.

Rate, APR, fees, credit pull and licensing — answered directly.

Why is Zeus cheaper than my bank?

Two reasons. First, your bank pays its loan officer a commission of 1–2% of your loan — on a $700,000 loan that's up to $14,000. That cost gets priced into your rate. Zeus operates differently and discloses every fee in writing on the Loan Estimate before you commit. Second, as a California-licensed mortgage broker, Zeus compares pricing across multiple lending partners instead of one institution. Your final rate depends on credit, LTV, program, documentation, lock date and underwriting.

How does Zeus make money?

Zeus may receive lender-paid broker compensation when a loan closes. Compensation and loan costs are disclosed on the Loan Estimate and Closing Disclosure before you commit. You see exactly what Zeus earns before you sign anything.

What are the actual fees?

Standard third-party closing costs — appraisal, title, escrow, prepaid items, recording, credit report — are passed through at cost. Zeus broker compensation and any lender credits are disclosed in dollars on the Loan Estimate. After you apply, you'll receive an official Loan Estimate within 3 business days itemizing every fee. Any earlier pricing preview is an estimate and not a commitment to lend.

Will getting a quote hurt my credit?

No. The initial written estimate uses self-reported information and does not require a hard credit pull. A hard inquiry happens only if you formally apply and authorize it.

Will I get sales calls after I submit?

No. We don't make unsolicited marketing calls. Your written estimate arrives by email. Follow-up updates arrive by email. You decide if and when you'd like to schedule a call with us.

What about rate locks? What if rates move before closing?

Once approved and ready to proceed, you lock your rate for a set period — typically 15, 30, or 45 days depending on your close timeline. A locked rate is protected from market movement during the lock window. We'll discuss lock periods, float-down options and extension costs before you commit.

How fast can I close?

Zeus is built for faster closings when documents are provided early. Timing varies by borrower, lender, property, appraisal, title, third parties, and underwriting conditions.

Is Zeus licensed?

Yes. Zeus Group · NMLS #2316811. Verify at nmlsconsumeraccess.org in under 60 seconds.

I'm self-employed. Can Zeus help me?

Yes. We review programs from multiple lending partners, including options for 1099 contractors, business owners, freelancers, and bank-statement borrowers when guidelines fit.

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If you're self-employed or 1099
Self-employed or 1099?

We review programs from multiple lending partners for bank-statement, 1099, and business-owner scenarios when guidelines fit. Timing and eligibility vary by file.

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Same loan. Lower payment.
~$219/mo example.

Your rate, APR and every fee — sent by email, same day. Zero credit pull. Zero sales calls. Takes 3 minutes.

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Advertising Disclosure: Zeus Group is a California-licensed mortgage broker. CA DRE #02176952 · NMLS #2316811 · Equal Housing Opportunity. Loans are arranged through third-party wholesale lenders. Not a bank or direct lender.

All rates, APRs, payments, savings, fees and program terms shown are examples for advertising purposes only, subject to change without notice, and are not a commitment to lend. Not all applicants will qualify. Final pricing depends on credit, loan amount, LTV, DTI, property type, occupancy, documentation, market conditions, lock date and underwriting approval.

Scenario unless noted: $600,000 loan · $1,000,000 property · 780 FICO · 60% LTV · owner-occupied SFR · California. P&I only — excludes taxes, insurance, HOA and prepaid finance charges.

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