Robert Valente
Vice President of Mortgage Lending
- o: (773) 290-4367
- c: (773) 550-0545
- f: (773) 516-6013
10231 S. Western Ave,
Chicago, IL 60643
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NMLS: 227470
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This was an amazing experience. As a first-time home-buyer, the process of obtaining a mortgage is somewhat confusing. Bob and Matt both were able to provide excellent information and assist in navigating the process. They were in constant contact throughout the process and made the experience enjoyable.
Matthew C. | October 2018
Robert was very accessible and made follow up calls to keep me updated on the process. He was excellent to work with and dependable. He appeared to be very knowledgeable about every question I had. Buying a property can be very stressful, but Robert made things very easy for me. It was great working with him and guaranteed rate.
Adam T. | November 2018
This was an amazing experience. As a first-time home-buyer, the process of obtaining a mortgage is somewhat confusing. Bob and Matt both were able to provide excellent information and assist in navigating the process. They were in constant contact throughout the process and made the experience enjoyable.
Matthew C. | October 2018
Bob Valente was great a huge help ! Made the process easy and was very informative! Will definitely recommend him to family and friends !
Mark J. - September | 2018
Bob Valente and his staff came through like they always do. I knew it would go smoothly but I didnt realize how smoothly! I knew I was in great hands when I spoke with Bob and he was able to lock me in on the lowest rate possible. Highly recommend and will use again!!
William D. - September | 2018
Fantastic people. Bob and his team were really great.
Thomas H. | June 2018
Bob Valente and his team were very professional and moved this process along in a timely manner! There was great communication throughout and Bob always responded quickly to questions!
Susan F. -- Chicago, IL 7/9/2014
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James V. -- Chicago,IL. -- 11/7/2013
We are very happy with the end result in our refinancing process with Guaranteed Rate. We did in fact recommend your company to family members who are going through the refinancing process now. We heard about your company through friends of ours. Refinancing can be a tricky and drawn out process but everything was handled professionally from start to finish and the title company representative was very nice to come to our home. If we should have any future mortgage needs we will be sure to...
Bill R. - Romeoville, IL 12/2011
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Robert interview Q&A
How long have you been in the mortgage business and what inspired you to get into it?
I have been in the mortgage business for 19 years. I have been in sales and service industry for 25 years. I was inspired to get into the mortgage industry because home ownership is the ultimate American dream and I get tremendous satisfaction from being part of that process.
What advice would you give new or first time home buyers?
My advice to any home buyer would be to ask any and all questions. The worst thing a borrower can do is not ask a question. An educated borrower will make all transactions go smoother.
What can borrowers do to insure a smooth mortgage underwriting process?
The role of the borrower in any transaction is to provide necessary documentation in a timely manner. This will insure a smooth mortgage underwriting process and a faster closing.
Summary of where you grew up: family, affiliations, college, high school, etc.
I grew up and live in the Beverly community on the far southside of Chicago. I attended St Cajetans grade school, Mount Carmel High School and have a BA from St Xavier University
Tell us something that makes you unique or something wacky, yet interesting about you?
Along with being a mortgage banker, I am a married father of 3 beautiful children. I am also one of a select few Chicago White Sox fans at Guaranteed Rate.
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