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Bruce Bufe - Mortgage Loan Originator | NMLS ID # 188995 in Chicago, IL

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Mortgage Loan Originator | NMLS ID # 188995

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The Money Store has been a trusted mortgage brand since 1972. We are a family-owned, privately held lender that serves homebuyers and homeowners from coast to coast. Our mission is to help people achieve their homeownership goals while savi... Show More
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    Albert L
    LIBERTYVILLE, IL
    Posted on September 27th, 2023 12:39 PM
    Awesome staff and excellent follow up! Getting a loan can/is stressful, Bruce and the team are so supportive and easy to deal with! Almost fun!!
    Reply from Bruce Bufe
    August 26th, 2025 08:47 PM
    Thanks Al, I truly appreciate the great review, your kind words mean a lot! I look forward to working with you guys soon, you are the best! Take care, Bruce
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    Cara H
    LIBERTYVILLE, IL
    Posted on September 20th, 2023 12:18 PM
    Good communication; explained process and mortgage insurance to cover gap in appraisal
    Reply from Bruce Bufe
    August 26th, 2025 08:47 PM
    Thank you, Cara, for your kind words and high rating. I'm delighted to hear that you found the communication effective and the explanations about the process and mortgage insurance helpful. Myself and my team aim to provide clear, concise information...
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    Christopher H
    LIBERTYVILLE, IL
    Posted on September 13th, 2023 02:48 PM
    Your responsiveness. The time you took to explain the things we were unclear about. Your easy going personality. It was a pleasure working with you.
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    Cynthia R
    WILMINGTON, NC
    Posted on September 8th, 2023 10:30 AM
    Clear communication, prompt response times, so professional.
    Reply from Bruce Bufe
    August 26th, 2025 08:47 PM
    Thanks for the great review Cindy! I really appreciate it! I am really excited for your big move! All the best, Bruce
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    Susan W
    LIBERTYVILLE, IL
    Posted on August 27th, 2023 02:32 AM
    I really felt you worked for me and I truly appreciate it!
    Reply from Bruce Bufe
    August 26th, 2025 08:47 PM
    Thanks Susan! I appreciate the great review! Good luck with the move! All the best, Bruce
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    Dennis K
    CHICAGO, IL
    Posted on August 16th, 2023 01:11 PM
    Communication was good and the process was seamless.
    Reply from Bruce Bufe
    August 26th, 2025 08:47 PM
    Thanks Dennis!! You were great to work with! We appreciate your promptness and detail, enjoy the new home and we will circle back as soon as rates drop! All the best, Bruce
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    John R
    WAUCONDA, IL
    Posted on July 19th, 2023 12:56 PM
    Bruce was always available and communicable throughout the process to answer questions or discuss next steps. Also, their online systems were great and made it very easy to submit, review and sign documents. The entire process was seamless...
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    Annaliese J D
    CHICAGO, IL
    Posted on July 10th, 2023 06:15 PM
    Bruce was fantastic to work with. As first time home buyers we had a lot of questions and anxieties about the home buying process. Bruce made it easy- he was always available even on the weekends and outside of regular business hours, answered...
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    William E
    Arlington Heights, IL
    Posted on June 14th, 2023 03:00 PM
    This is my first time doing this and Bruce/Mary/Kristy/Eduenis made it enjoyable and easy. They communicated every step of the way. They are friendly and answered everything I threw at them.
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    Donald L D
    Naples, FL
    Posted on June 13th, 2023 03:38 PM
    The professional people who worked on our loan worked as fast as possible. They always kept us in the loop and had us do what needed to be done.
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    About
    The Money Store has been a trusted mortgage brand since 1972. We are a family-owned, privately held lender that serves homebuyers and homeowners from coast to coast. Our mission is to help people achieve their homeownership goals while saving them time, money, and stress. We provide a first-class home financing experience and proudly maintain a 98% customer satisfaction rating.
    Products & Services
    Mortgage Loan Officer
    FHA Home Loan
    VA Home Loan
    Jumbo Home Loan
    Down Payment Assistance
    Conventional Home Loan
    Home Renovation Loan
    Mortgage Refinance
    USDA Loans
    Cash-Out Refinances
    Home Equity Loan
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    Licenses
    • NMLS ID # 188995
    Disclaimer
    MLD Mortgage Inc. dba The Money Store, NMLS ID #1019 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org). Located at: 30B Vreeland Rd, Ste 200, Florham Park, NJ 07932. Phone: 973-805-2000. Licensed by the New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance, license #99117842. View our licensing at: www.themoneystore.com/state-licensing. View our privacy policy at: www.themoneystore.com/privacy. Equal Housing Opportunity. Not all applicants may qualify. Some products not available in all states. Credit and collateral are subject to approval. This is not a commitment to lend. Program, rates, terms, and conditions apply. © 2026 MLD Mortgage Inc. dba The Money Store. All Rights Reserved.