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Jeff Baker

SVP of Mortgage Lending

Jeff Baker Team

NMLS #147296

Adress
2936 West Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
Contact Methods
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312-319-8701
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(773) 230-8656
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Awards

2022 Scotsman Guide Top Originators
Inc. 5000
Top Work Places
Weatherhead 100
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Mortgage Bankers Association Member

About Jeff

Jeff Baker, known as the "Chicago Loan Coach," has advised clients in search of residential mortgages for over fifteen years. His honest, consultative style stems from an unwavering commitment to putting his clients first. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or seasoned veteran, Jeff's goal is get your loan to the closing table with minimal stress and under the best terms available.

Well-recognized in the industry, Jeff has placed in the top 1% of all lenders in Scotsman Guide. He is regularly invited to provide radio commentary, articles and speeches on his areas of expertise, which include jumbo loans, investor loan products and the first-time home buying experience. He also authored a popular blog dedicated to lending insights and solutions.

Jeff graduated from the University of Notre Dame, where he was a member of the 1988 National Championship football team. In 1997, he received an MBA in finance from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.

Specialties

  • Purchase and Refinance
  • Purchase
  • Refinance Loans
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Recent Posts and Articles

Blog

  • Published on

    Am I Ready to Buy a House?

    Here are some factors to consider, as well as some resources that can help you make a decision regarding the right time to buy.

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    How to Buy a House With Bad Credit

    Everybody makes mistakes, but a low credit score shouldn’t cost you your dreams of homeownership. Here’s how to buy a house with bad credit, along with some tips to improve your credit score for the future.

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    When is the Best Time to Buy a House?

    The housing market is affected by many factors, but did you know that the time of year can influence the final sale price of a home? Here’s how the housing market changes during the course of the year.

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    How Long Does it Take to Get a Mortgage Pre-Approval?

    How long does it take to get a mortgage pre-approval? To answer that, you’ll need to learn a bit more about the pre-approval process and what to expect when buying a home.

Helping your home financing process go smoothly.

Resources

  • The Mortgage Process

    The Mortgage Process

    There are some major milestones on your road to home financing. As your loan officer, I’ll be with you every step of the way to make sure you understand each one and get through them quickly.

  • Payment Calculator

    Payment Calculator

    How much will your mortgage payment be? How much can you save if you refinance? Is it better to buy than rent? Use these online calculators to crunch the numbers and see for yourself.

  • Find the Right Loan

    Find the Right Loan

    I separate myself from other lenders by offering a broader selection of home financing options — from loans for first-time homebuyers to refinance programs for accessing your home’s equity.

  • Home Loan Check List

    Home Loan Check List

    Before you explore the endless options of home financing, some preparation is in order. Planning ahead for your mortgage is the key to an easier and more successful home financing process.

What Our Clients Say

Jeff and team were fantastic! Great rate and customer service!
Anthony C.
Jeff was responsive to all our inquiries and needs. He is not only a seasoned lender but also focused on delivering on-time, which means taking proactive steps to ensure a smooth lending process. Jeff also was also able to provide a very competitive rate. All of this certainly helped relI've some of the many stress points on buying a house.
Jon A.
Fast and professional; exactly what you want from a broker! Loved the service and know how he offered to us; this is our second time using Jeff and we'll definitely use him again if we need to.
Jon B.
Truly nothing, exceptional communication, closed quite quickly, felt well-informed throughout the process!
Ryan N.
It would be nice to just have one contact throughout the entire experience.
Douglas F.
I had an outstanding experience, could not have been better, especially considering how hectic of a time it must have been for the CCM team during the flurry of Refis during the COVID-19 situation.
Jonathan P.

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