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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Great communication throughout the entire process in a very friendly, supportive, and professional manner. I appreciated the time spent to answer all my questions and discussions about future alternatives.
Grant is so wonderful about staying in touch and keeping me updated!
He was responsive and helpful
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August 31st, 2026 02:06 PM
I appreciate the kind words, Jonah. It was my pleasure to be responsive and provide the help you needed throughout the loan process. I'm pleased to know that your experience with First State Mortgage and myself was positive. Looking forward...
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First time buying a home was a breeze
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August 31st, 2026 02:06 PM
I'm absolutely thrilled you had such a positive experience, Tabatha! Your feedback means a lot to me and to everyone at First State Mortgage. It's always our goal to make the home buying process as smooth and stress-free as possible, especially...
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Grant was fantastic. This process was extremely stressful but working with him made it much easier.
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August 31st, 2026 02:06 PM
I'm really glad to hear that you had a positive experience, Michael. I completely understand how stressful the process can be, which is why I always aim to make it as smooth as possible for my clients. It was great working with you on you....
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Effortless, and well explained when brief questions arose.
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August 31st, 2026 02:06 PM
I'm thrilled to hear that you found the process effortless and felt well-informed throughout, Michael. It was a pleasure assisting you with you. Your feedback and high rating mean a lot to me and the entire First State Mortgage team. Looking...
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Grant is one of the best in the industry. He's always great to work with and pleasant to talk to. Grant is knowledgeable and always gives my clients top-notch service. My clients always have nothing but the best to say him. Grant helps make...
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August 31st, 2026 02:06 PM
Hi Kathy, I'm delighted to hear your positive feedback and thrilled that I could be instrumental in providing a seamless real estate transaction experience for you and your clients. Your kind words are highly appreciated. I will continue to...
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Quick to get us approved with different options
explained things clearly
Reply from Grant Bellis
August 31st, 2026 02:06 PM
I appreciate your kind review, John. I'm delighted to hear that you found my explanations clear during the loan process at First State Mortgage. Your feedback is valued and it motivates me to continue providing the best possible service. If...
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Grant was very responsive and answered every question quickly. Thank you!
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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