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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Grant was knowledgeable and helpful along every step of the way.
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August 31st, 2026 02:06 PM
I'm delighted to hear that you found our service valuable, David. Ensuring that you are well-informed and supported throughout each step of the process is a top priority for me. Your positive feedback is greatly appreciated and it was a pleasure...
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Great communication with updates as the transaction moved to different stages! Always knew where we were in the process! Great lender!!!
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August 31st, 2026 02:06 PM
I'm thrilled to hear that you were satisfied with our communication and process, Barry! Your feedback is greatly appreciated and I'm here if you ever need anything in the future.
Grant was communicative, prompt and professional. Transaction went off without of hitch. Highly recommend.
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August 31st, 2026 02:06 PM
I'm delighted to hear that your transaction went smoothly, Mary. Your positive feedback means a lot to me and the entire team at First State Mortgage. I strive to provide clear communication and prompt service to all clients, and it's great...
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Grant was very nice and helpful. As this is the first time we are buying house, Grant was patiently answering all our questions and sharing updates very quickly. He was easily reachable.
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August 31st, 2026 02:06 PM
I'm thrilled to hear your positive feedback, Raja. Assisting first-time home buyers like you is always a rewarding experience for me. I'm glad I was able to provide you with the information you needed and be easily reachable throughout the...
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Grant is very knowledgeable and does things when he says he will. Communication back and forth is great and you never have to guess what your status is or what your next steps are. Grant makes the entire home buying process very simple and...
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August 31st, 2026 02:06 PM
Hello Robert, I am incredibly grateful for your generous review! I am thrilled to hear that you felt well-informed and supported throughout the home buying process. Your satisfaction is my top priority, so it means a lot knowing you appreciated...
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Clarified doubts with prompt response
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August 31st, 2026 02:06 PM
I truly appreciate your kind words, Murali. Your positive feedback is what motivates me to provide excellent service. I'm glad I was able to assist you with your conventional loan and clarify your doubts with prompt responses. Don't hesitate...
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Everything was smooth and easy to deal with.
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August 31st, 2026 02:06 PM
I'm thrilled to hear that you found the process smooth and easy, Saul. Ensuring a seamless experience is one of my main priorities here at First State Mortgage, and your positive feedback means a lot. I'm here for any future home loan needs...
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Great communication and very quick to close.
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August 31st, 2026 02:06 PM
Thank you, Michael, for leaving such a positive review. I'm thrilled to hear that you found our communication effective and appreciated our quick closing process at First State Mortgage. It was a pleasure working with you on your conventional...
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Quick and smooth transaction
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August 31st, 2026 02:06 PM
I'm really glad to hear you found the transaction to be quick and smooth, Beverly! Your feedback is greatly appreciated. I strive for this kind of service with every client. Cheers to a successful experience, and thank you for the 5-star review!...
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Excellent!!
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August 31st, 2026 02:06 PM
I'm thrilled to hear your positive feedback, Jodi! I'm glad that I was able to provide you with a 5-star experience. Your satisfaction is my top priority. Should you have any future mortgage needs, please don't hesitate to reach out. Thank...
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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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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