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Jeff Baker

SVP of Mortgage Lending

Jeff Baker Team

NMLS #147296

Adress
413 N. Carpenter St., Suite 1W
Chicago, IL 60642
Contact Methods
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312-319-8701
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(773) 230-8656
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Awards

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

About Jeff

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

As part of America’s #1 Retail Mortgage Lender, I’m well-recognized in the industry, placing in the top 1% of all lenders in Scotsman Guide. I regularly provide radio commentary, articles, and speeches on my areas of expertise, including jumbo loans, investor loan products, and the first-time home buying experience. I graduated from the University of Notre Dame, where I was a member of the 1988 National Championship football team, and 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

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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