

Grant Bellis
Senior Mortgage Loan Originator | NMLS# 638036

Located on the corner of Hershey Road and Eastland Drive, our Bloomington-Normal location is home of the First State Mortgage national headquarters. First State Mortgage was founded in 2007 by a group of veteran bankers who have been workin... Show More
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Very quick and responsive communication.
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August 31st, 2026 02:07 PM
Thanks for your feedback, Roman. I'm pleased that you found the communication quick and responsive. If there's anything else I can assist you with or if you have any additional comments, don't hesitate to reach out. Your experience matters...
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Grant went above and beyond my expectations of what a lender could be. He was incredibly responsive at all times, knowledgeable, respectful, and truly professional throughout the entire process. His dedication and expertise made everything...
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August 31st, 2026 02:07 PM
Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Michelle. I'm genuinely pleased to hear that you had such a positive experience. Being responsive and ensuring the process is smooth and stress-free is always my goal, so it’s gratifying to know that this...
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Always excellent!! Grant is responsive, friendly, able to solve any problem, quick to answer questions, and very caring.
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August 31st, 2026 02:07 PM
Thank you, Jodi, for your kind words. I’m delighted to hear that you found my responsiveness and problem-solving abilities helpful. Being there for my clients and making sure your experience is smooth and enjoyable is important to me. If you...
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Very great to work with! Would highly recommend
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August 31st, 2026 02:07 PM
I appreciate your kind words, Molly! It's wonderful to hear that you had such a positive experience. If there's anything more I can do for you in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Grant was extremely helpful throughout the entire process. He is extremely knowledgeable and thorough. Will recommend Grant to anyone looking for a mortgage!
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August 31st, 2026 02:07 PM
I appreciate your kind words, Adam. I'm glad to hear that you found my help valuable during the mortgage process. Being knowledgeable and thorough is something I strive for with all my clients, so your feedback means a lot. Thank you for your...
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Grant is great to work with, thorough and responsive
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August 31st, 2026 02:07 PM
I appreciate your kind words, Tracy. I'm grateful that you found me thorough and responsive throughout the process. If there's any other way I can assist you, please don't hesitate to let me know. Thank you for choosing First State Mortgage!...
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👍 todo fue muy excelente fue amable y nos tuvo mucha paciencia
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August 31st, 2026 02:07 PM
I'm glad to hear you had a positive experience and appreciated my patience. It was a pleasure working with you, Olga. If there's anything else you need or if you have any questions in the future, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Thank you...
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He did a wonderful job staying in touch with me throughtiut the purchase of the home for my buyers.
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August 31st, 2026 02:07 PM
Thank you, Kimberly, for your thoughtful review. I'm pleased to hear that staying in touch made a positive impact during the home purchase process for your buyers. Ensuring clarity and communication is a top priority for me, and it's great...
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Grant is the best of the best, top notch service all the way! The best at communication and always available when needed!
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August 31st, 2026 02:07 PM
Kimberly, thank you for your kind words. I'm truly glad that you felt well-supported throughout the process. Great communication is something I strive for, and it's rewarding to hear that it made a difference for you. If there's ever anything...
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Grant and his team were professional and super to work with. They made the loan process so easy. I would highly recommend them.
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August 31st, 2026 02:07 PM
Thank you for the awesome review!! I love happy customers.
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About
Located on the corner of Hershey Road and Eastland Drive, our Bloomington-Normal location is home of the First State Mortgage national headquarters. First State Mortgage was founded in 2007 by a group of veteran bankers who have been working together in the residential mortgage services industry for more than 20 years. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive range of mortgage products, competitive pricing, and high quality, ethical mortgage services.
Whether you are purchasing or refinancing, First State Mortgage can help! We do business in most states, so chances are we can finance your new home, current home, 2nd home, or investment property.
Products & Services
Mortgage Loan Officer
FHA Home Loan
VA Home Loan
Specialities
First Time Homebuyers, Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA.
First Time Homebuyer programs, Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA.
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Positions
- First State Mortgage - Senior Mortgage Loan Officer NMLS 638036Apr 1st, 1999 - Aug 24th, 2026
- Luminate Bank - Senior Mortgage Loan OriginatorAug 25th, 2026 - Current
Memberships
- Fort Myers Offshore, Support Our Troops Poker Run
- Fort Myers offshore. Lakeside. Crestwicke. Support Our Troops Poker Run,
- Lakeside Country Club
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Addresses and Serving Areas
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Year Started
1987
Time Zone
Central Standard Time (CST)
Licenses
- NMLS# 638036
Awards
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Achievements
- Over 36 years in the lending business. Over 6500 transactions. Over 1000 5 star reviews.
Hobbies
- boating, fishing, golfing, family time
- Boating, Fishing, Baseball. family time, golf
- Boating, Fishing, Baseball. family time, golf, going to the beach