Mark McBride

Born and raised in Oakland, California, I graduated from Bishop O’Dowd High School in 1971. Shortly thereafter, I began working as a carpenter until 1980 when an opportunity to become associated with the elevator industry arose. I accepted the position and began what was ultimately an 11-year career in the industry. From an hourly rate standpoint, the elevator industry paid extremely well. However, what made it even more appealing was the fact that long hours were available for those who wanted them. In my case, as in the cases of many of my co-workers, we took advantage of this opportunity and made substantial amounts of money. As fate would have it, many of my co-workers began dabbling in real estate, which, in 1986, ultimately led me to becoming a licensed real estate agent and later a licensed broker. Initially, I assisted my co-workers with their real estate endeavors and subsequently became a real estate investor myself.

After much success in the real estate industry, I chose to make it my full time career in 1992. That year, I joined Preferred Financial, a mortgage brokerage company owned by a very close childhood friend. My decision to join the company was perhaps the most important career decision I have ever made. With a company philosophy which places the clients wellbeing above all else, Preferred Financial has given me an opportunity to develop a wonderful client base that repeatedly utilizes my services for their real estate financing needs and continue to pass my name on to others they know. To date, I have originated well over $250,000,000 residential loans for my clients and look forward to adding to this by continuing to service my existing clients as well as those that they refer to me.

Respectfully,

Mark McBride

office: 925-820-5557x330
fax: 925-820-2633
email:mmcbride@preferredfinancial.com