Brenda Chen

Real Estate & Human Potential

Private Lending

Managing director at conventus, personalized financing for real estate investors with over 5 billion in real estate projects funded since 2015.


I've closed over 1 billion+ & 1,500+ projects since July 2017.

COntact Me: brenda@cvlending.com


I’ve worked with Brenda Chen on probably 30 fix and flip projects in the last 5 years and they are hands down the BEST lenders! They are super responsive and they offer very competitive rates and terms and they always go above and beyond to make sure the whole process is as smooth as possible and the funding is on time. They are also very resourceful - I was even able to get quotes from insurance providers they recommend and found a better insurance policy than the one I had before and saved hundreds of dollars on each project. What I like the most about Conventus and working with Brenda is they really care about their clients and they do everything to make sure the clients have a great experience. I highly recommend working with Brenda from Conventus!
— Elisa C | Cupertino, CA
I just wanted to say thank you for such an amazing experience. I know we changed some things which added a delay but I am very appreciative of the flexibility and making sure we were locked in. I would love to work together in the future- we have another project coming up! Thanks for being so helpful throughout. On a recommendation from a fellow realtor, I used Conventus to finance a project we’re working on. They were VERY accommodating and went above and beyond to make sure I got the loan product I wanted. Many thanks to the whole team there- I will definitely be using them in the future!
— Sean M | Honolulu, HI
I recently had the pleasure of working with Brenda and Scott and their outstanding team for my loan approval, and I cannot express enough how impressed I am with their exceptional service. From start to finish, their professionalism, responsiveness, and unwavering support made the entire process smooth and stress-free.
— Tramy V | Santa Clara, CA
I got the chance to work with Brenda at CV Lending to purchase properties in Texas. It has been a great experience thus far. They were very responsive when answering all my questions. Their professional attitude and knowledge had made my purchasing journey a lot smoother. They also offer many different kinds of loans. I highly recommend.
— Cyrus S | San Antonio, TX
Brenda and her team are amazing. Very responsive and the rate is competitive. It was my first time working with them and the collaboration was smooth and they were able to meet the tight timeline.
— Nancy C | San Jose, CA
I wanted to say thank you for all your help on this flip! Looking forward to doing many more with your team 😊
— Jason W | San Antonio, TX
I’ve been working with Brenda for many years, her team is great. Quick answers, quick approvals and great rates. They have funded many deal for us.
— Harish R | Hayward, CA
We recently worked with Conventus on the purchase of an investment property. Brenda Chen [] always stays on top of things and it was very easy to get a hold of them and their team. With their help, we were able to close on time. We will for sure work with them again!
— McGregor W | San Jose, CA
Great Service!! Brenda along with their team were very responsive to our requests and needs. They were able to quickly move on our deal. Highly recommend!
— Anwar A | Oakland, CA
Shoutout to Brenda for always making it happen! Have used other lenders before and Conventus makes it fast and easy how its supposed to be! Thanks guys!
— Elias C | Ceres, CA
We had such a positive experience working with Brenda at Conventus. They are super responsive when we needed them, followed up with us every step of the way and super friendly and easy to work with. They’re definitely at the top and f their game. Very professional and knowledgeable. Actually, every single person we came in contact with there was extremely helpful. Everyone there made us feel like we were their top priority. We loved the rates as well. This is the type of company I like doing business with. Highly recommend them. Thank you Brenda and the rest of the team for making our experience a positive one! You guys ROCK the loan business.
— Sandra B | Millbrae, CA
Thank you Brenda. I am very happy working with your team. Always helpful
— Eric H | San Francisco, CA
Thank you Brenda for all your help on this loan under a super tight schedule (and dealing with interesting realtors.) I can’t express how grateful and satisfied I’m from this loan process. Thank you so much and all my best!
— Ji Z | Bellevue, WA
You delivered what you promised! Thank you so much Brenda and Sophie!
— Heather L | Sunnyvale, CA
I have been using Conventus for my capital needs for probably close to [6] years now and have gotten at least 70 loans from them. Brenda Chen [...] [has] been extremely helpful and supportive through all the ups and downs. They’re always quick to respond and offering their help. They have helped with everything from getting loans extended to refinancing to speed up the closing process. It would have been extremely difficult for me to operate my business without their involvement. I will always and forever be grateful for all your help and support
— Phong L | Seattle, WA
One more done. Thank you! None of this would be possible without your support.
— James H | Redwood City, CA
We thank you guys for coming through for us on all our deals. Hopefully more to come!
— Eddie K | Los Angeles, CA
Worked with Conventus a few times now and they always make the process extremely easy and quick. I also worked with Brenda who makes sure everything is done on time and we were able to close within the timeframe. Out of all the times I’ve worked with Conventus, this was definitely one of the most seamless transactions.
— Diane T | Milpitas, CA
We worked directly with Brenda on a recent real estate purchase. They were very polite and courteous. All questions were answered in a timely fashion. We would recommend [them] to our friends and family. Thank you again!
— Andrea F | Peabody, MA
OMG, I was referred to Conventus Lending for financing of residential development properties. They delivered what they promised! I never had to contact them to find out what was going on the my transaction, they always kept me informed. No such thing as too much communication, in my opinion! The [team] is awesome!
— Elizabeth M | Hayward, CA
Thanks very much for the team Brenda, Scott and Jeraeun for the amazing teamwork! Very professional and knowledgeable, effective and with fast response.
— Maggie W | Saratoga, CA
Thank you guys for always being good to my wife and I! I like to help good people and you guys have been good people to me!
— Keoni C | Honolulu, HI
Great lender to have in your corner. Brenda and her team are always responsive and stay right on top of things until closing
— Jason H | Los Angeles, CA
Thanks Brenda! You are our favorite lender!
— Jerome F | Santa Monica, CA
Thank you, everyone! We closed in 8.5 days! This is faster than some all-cash purchases! I truly appreciate everyone’s help to push this through. I’m so lucky to be surrounded by such smart and passionate professionals whose goal is to help their customers. Thank you!
— Josephine D | San Jose, CA
Thanks everyone for working on this and closing it successfully. Appreciate it a lot! Please convey my sincere thanks to everyone who worked on this file.
— Gayathri K | Berkeley, CA
Thank you very much for your amazing support!! I am very pleased that we continue to enhance our cooperation.
— Michael X | Mountain View, CA
Omg. Thank You! You guys are amazing! We have worked with Conventus on several real estate investment projects.They are responsive, collaborative and effective. They get things done. Highly recommend.
— Bruce G | Berkeley, CA
Brenda, I wanted to thank you for all your help on the [address] loan. Thank you for your support 🙏
— Bobby O | Santa Clara, CA
Hi Brenda and Scott, we are officially closed and on record today for [address]. I want to express my appreciation and say thank you for getting through another deal together! Cheers 🥂
— James H | Berkeley, CA
Hi Brenda, I wanted to express my gratitude for you and the Conventus Team on working on the purchase so quickly. The team delivered and very thankful for you and your team!
Conventus Team does it again, big thanks Team for delivering as always!
— Peter B | San Jose, CA
Huge thank you. Her team is great and was the nicest experience I ever had. Looking forward to do more projects with you!
— Pete K | Dallas, TX
You have a phenomenal team. I never encountered such a passionate team trying to help and make their clients meet their goals. They rallied for the final push and helped us tremendously. I would like to learn more about everything you provide as a service and products that are offered such that I can refer to my network and also reach out to you for my requirements in the future.
— Srinagesh V | San Francisco, CA
You have been great to us and we would like you to know that we appreciate you for always going the extra mile for us
— Raul L, Cinthia M | Sarasota, FL
I had such an awesome experience working with you on my first rental property. I was terrified but the experience was great! Thanks so much!
You’re the fastest and most on top of it team I’ve ever worked with. It’s a real pleasure working with you and your team.
— Preston R. | Santa Cruz, CA
Just want to take the time to say thank you for the closing of both properties. It was a very smooth process and I have a great experience working with you. I’ve already referred you to two other local investor friends of mine.
— James H. | Berkeley, CA
This is just a final shout out thanking you for everything. This has been one of my best business dealings in the last 30 years, thanks to you and your First Class Team. I do not make these comments loosely. I am already touting you around town and you have opened my eyes to many possibilities for years to come.
— Issa M | San Francisco, CA
Thank you for pushing this though in a timely manner!
— Nan L | San Mateo, CA
Thank you all for all the help and hardwork! Appreciate it :). Special thanks to Conventus team for helping us just as every time they do :)
— Chaithra K | Irving, TX
I wish I had known about you guys earlier. We’ll be coming back for more business! Conventus Team are very professional and very personal we do 100% of our business with them, they are part of our team!
— Gary M | San Carlos, CA
You all are awesome! Your responsiveness is really helpful. You are always on top of our loans and the process is quick. All of our team members like your team! I value our long term relationship.
— Stephanie Y | Santa Clara, CA
We closed yesterday. Thank you Brenda and your team for being a pleasure to work with through this!
— Linda O | Irvine, CA
I worked with the Conventus team on the purchase of my first investment property two weeks ago. The level of care, attention to detail, and professionalism demonstrated by the Conventus team surpassed my expectations. As a first-time investor using Conventus, I appreciated the honesty.

Here’s why I will use them first before anyone else from now on:

1. All the employees that helped me have immense knowledge of the mortgage industry.
2. Fast, responsive, reliable.
3. Answered all my questions. The transparency of this company is superb.
4. They complete the processing of the loans, and they close them on time (10 days for me).
5. Best Rate!

I am grateful that I used Convestus services during our investment home purchase.

If you are thinking about using Conventus, go ahead. You will be happy. I truly recommend them.
— Marjorie E | Fresno, CA
Thank you for putting the kind words to [listing agent]!!! You and Conventus remain my one and only lender since I moved here!
— Adam T | Oakland, CA
Really appreciate all your support on this transaction - all of you worked so hard! Thank you all and hope we can work together again soon!
— Lori K | Santa Clara, CA
I truly appreciated all your help inclosing my loan in 2019. We are doing very well. I sold [...] Apts that you financed. Also selling my 2nd asset in Atlanta. A $7 million gain in value in 3 years. I appreciate you a lot! You are moving the needle.
— Vinney C | Danville, CA
I talk you up all the time. Your company and all of you were very straight with me during all of the two projects we’ve done so far. Conventus is #1.
— Matt C | Berkeley, CA
I finished all permitted remodeling yesterday and handed it over to my renter. I am extremely happy with the result. I want to take this chance to thank you for all your support and help. Without your help, this could not happen. It is the time for me to move onto a new project. I am pretty sure we will do more business together.
— Louis L | Orinda, CA
I’d like to thank you for expediting the inspection and for working so hard to make the deadline. I want you to know how much I really appreciate your help and the help of your entire incredible team. Thank you so much for funding the loan on time last week. We have made big progress in construction already!
— Natalie C | Campbell, CA
We really appreciate all of the loans you funded for us and we want to thank you all in person. Brenda is so awesome and definitely helped our business grow in 2019. Wish we would have met sooner.
— Tom T | Santa Clara, CA
Can’t thank you all enough for getting this transaction closed. You all did an amazing job getting us to the finish line.
— Will T | San Francisco, CA
Wanted to take a moment to say thank you for all your work in helping us close! You’ve been a pleasure to work with, and I’m glad for the opportunity to meet you.
— Kathy J | Palo Alto, CA
Thank you for your work on the property. First time working with Conventus on this deal and very happy with how smoothly the transaction went. Thanks again, and looking forward to working on future deals together!
— Michael Y | Cupertino, CA
Many thanks for your hard work to get our transaction done on time! Our team is impressed by your professionalism and efficiency! Looking forward to future business ventures with you soon!
— Brooke H | Berkeley, CA
Brenda and her team at Conventus are great to work with. They offer a variety of different loan options. They are also very responsive and can close loans quickly. We’ve worked with Brenda on several occasions. Highly recommended!
— Adrian C | Seattle, WA
Brenda did a great job working on my loan, and it closed just in 11 calendar days! From the very beginning to closing, Brenda was there whenever I need to talk to her and ask her questions about my loan. Before the offer was accepted, Brenda spoke to the listing agent about my offer, and according to the listing agent, it was one of the factor that the seller accepted my offer despite my offer was not the highest.
— Leo P | San Jose, CA
I came across a business opportunity and needed quick financing. Brenda reached out and was able to get me an answer extremely quickly. Jared, the processor is awesome. He kept me informed of the progress and “quarterbacked” the players in my investment purchase. Thanks Brenda/Jared/Alex for an awesome job and I look forward to working with you guys again.
— Omar M | San Diego, CA
I recently worked with Conventus to fund a loan for a real estate project and could not be more impressed with their team. They were able to fund in less than 10 days and the entire transaction process was incredibly smooth and easy. Brenda, Siobhan and Jared were great to work with and very responsive. Their rates are competitive, funding times are quick and their team is awesome. I highly recommend Conventus and definitely plan on working with them again!
— Lauren H | Solana Beach. CA
Needed a quick turn around loan on a property. Brenda and team helped significantly through every step of the way. We got the loan in less than 3 weeks. Highly recommended.
— Chuck Z | Edgewood, NJ
I am totally impressed. As a mortgage broker for over 30 years, I was called by a Realtor who had a buyer turned down by their credit union. The buyer was also in escrow to sell his current home, which was closing escrow in just a week. Brenda promised me they could do the loan quick, and it took only 9 days from submission to funding. No hassles, no problems. Thanks Brenda, to you and your team. Great Job!
— John L | Los Gatos, CA
We were impressed with Brenda and Siobhan’s high-efficiency, it was a good experience working with them. They respond email right away with very detail info. Flexible with signing document, assign notary to other states to save us time. We would definitely recommend their service.
— Christy P | Cupertino, CA
I sincerely loved the experience and service i received from Brenda Chen! She was outstanding and very attentive to all my business needs. I truly look forward to doing further business with Conventus Lending in the immediate future!
— Jason A | Antioch, CA

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