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Scott Hellar

Senior Loan Advisor

Marin County Mortgage Lender

NMLS #312226

Adress
1177 Magnolia Avenue, Suite 1
Larkspur, CA 94939
Contact Methods
Email
tel Phone
(415) 464-3172
mobile Mobile
(415) 269-7711
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Awards

BBB Accredited Business A+
Inc. 5000
Top Work Places
Weatherhead 100
Top Mortgage Lender badge
Mortgage Bankers Association Member

About Scott

For 20+ years, Scott Hellar has been helping people achieve their dream of home-ownership. Utilizing the skills gained earning his B.A. with emphasis in economics at the University of Southern California, along with his experience as a former small business owner in Lake Tahoe, CA, as well as working in tech in the Bay Area; Scott has been a Top Producer in Marin County since 2001 having helped hundreds of clients with successful purchases and refinancing.

Known for his extraordinary customer service and attention to detail, Scott treats every borrower as if they were his only client. To ensure his clients make an informed and confident choice, Scott listens to their financing needs and educates his clients about CrossCountry Mortgage’s wide selection of loan products. In order to avoid surprises or delays, he prepares his clients for what to expect during the mortgage origination process, keeps them informed along the way and coordinates with his team to guide their loan to a timely close.

Scott is a Marin County native, a private pilot since 1992, enjoys playing golf, coaching his kids sports, and spending time with his wife and 2 children in his free time.

Specialties

  • Purchase and Refinance
  • Purchase
  • Refinance Loans

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.

  • A family laughing
    Published on

    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.

  • Published on

    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.

  • Published on

    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.

A homeowner with a child on his lap calculating whether to buy a new home or refinance his home loan

Owning a home is fun and fulfilling!

What’s not to love about having a space that is entirely yours? You can paint your bathroom fuchsia, have hardwood in the master, put up a wild Mosaic in the kitchen, install a smart thermostat, you name it. After all, it’s your home!

Equally enjoyable are the other personal and financial advantages of being a homeowner: security and stability, equity and wealth building, and more! I’m here to help you get the most from your home financing — whether you’re buying your first home, moving up or downsizing to match your lifestyle, or refinancing your current mortgage.

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.

Inspiration for your home loan journey.

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