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Specialties
Mortgages: Conventional, FHA, VA, IRRRL, USDA, IHDA, HARP, Jumbos, Condos, Construction, HELOCs, Reverse, Fixed Rate Mortgage (30-year fixed), ARM, Interest Only, Borrower Switch, Rate Lock Insurance, Lock & Shop, Forward Commitment, Portfolio Lending Options
History
Established in 1893.
The history of 1st Advantage Mortgage, a Draper and Kramer Company, is ingrained in the history of Chicago, going back over 118 years.
It was 1893, in the wake of the Great Fire, when Draper and Kramer first opened their doors in the Chicago Loop to help rebuild and further develop the city after the devastation.
Throughout the 20th Century, Draper and Kramer became a pioneer in the financial industry, offering its clients the American Dream of owning their own homes and businesses, and a model in Washington, D.C. for urban renewal and equal opportunity housing programs.
1st Advantage Mortgage was founded in 1997 and began as a hard-working team of experts with diverse financial backgrounds and a dedication to providing exceptional customer service.
Investing in the latest technology and bringing the entire loan process in-house, from origination to closing, 1st Advantage Mortgage quickly become one of the top mortgage bankers in IL.
Meet the Manager
Mark G.
Manager
I have been a Loan Officer for 1st Advantage Mortgage since 1999, and was promoted to Sales and Branch Manager in early 2001.