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Jim Strachan - Branch Manager | NMLS# 527232 in Grayslake, IL

Jim Strachan

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Branch Manager | NMLS# 527232

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At Fairway, we are dedicated to finding great rates and loan options for our clients while offering some of the fastest turn times in the industry. Our goal is to act as a trusted advisor, providing highly personalized service and helping y... Show More
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8 AM to 8 PM
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9 AM to 5 PM
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9 AM to 5 PM
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    Andrew K
    Libertyville, IL
    Posted on October 18th, 2025 05:36 PM
    Excellent communication and helping expedite the process in a very short amount of time
    Reply from Jim Strachan
    November 14th, 2025 09:13 PM
    Thanks again! We work hard to get it done not only right... but RIGHT QUICK!
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    Don W
    Posted on October 17th, 2025 11:52 AM
    We were extremely pleased with Jim and his team. Jim kept us well informed throughout the process of obtaining our mortgage. We highly recommend Jim and his company to anyone needing a mortgage. Update 3/23/36: We again worked with Jim and...
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    Reply from Owner
    November 14th, 2025 09:14 PM
    Don: Thanks so much for the great rating. You were both an absolute pleasure to work with and we look forward to hearing from you again!
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    Donald A W
    Wauconda, IL
    Posted on October 17th, 2025 11:51 AM
    Jim was available whenever we needed to discuss the loan. Jim goes beyond our expectations. He truly wants us to get the best financial deal. We appreciated all the communication he and his office staff gave us throughout the process.
    Reply from Jim Strachan
    November 14th, 2025 09:48 PM
    I'm glad to hear that you had a very positive experience with your loan process, Donald. It’s important to me to be accessible and ensure that you receive the best financial options. I'm pleased that I could meet your expectations and provide...
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    Susan W W
    Wauconda, IL
    Posted on October 14th, 2025 12:23 PM
    Clear, constant communication.
    Reply from Jim Strachan
    November 14th, 2025 10:24 PM
    Thanks, Susan! It's our trademark. It was truly a pleasure working with you. Jim
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    Elaine B
    Libertyville, IL
    Posted on October 7th, 2025 02:19 PM
    Jim, Heather, Christa and the whole team were very pleasant to work with. They were very fast to act and communicated effectively. They were amazing at helping us get our beautiful home. We are grateful!
    Reply from Jim Strachan
    November 14th, 2025 11:00 PM
    Awww! What a great review. Thanks, Elaine! I am sharing this with the team. It will make them (and me) very happy! Many, many happy wishes for you and yours in your new home. Thanks for using the Iron Home Mortgage Team. WE are the ones who...
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    Damian C
    Lindenhurst, IL
    Posted on October 1st, 2025 09:45 PM
    Very easy to work with and good with communication
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    Abigail F
    Mchenry, IL
    Posted on October 1st, 2025 12:04 PM
    Communication was great, I loved the weekend updates that we received so we felt like we were on top of things
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    Kira C
    Posted on September 29th, 2025 11:36 PM
    The communication from the team every week to all parties involved in our purchase transaction was incredible! At the end of every week we were updated what was still outstanding and what progress was made throughout the week. Their App made...
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    Kira C
    Spring Grove, IL
    Posted on September 29th, 2025 11:35 PM
    The communication from the team every week to all parties involved in our purchase transaction was incredible! At the end of every week we were updated what was still outstanding and what progress was made throughout the week. Their App made...
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    Michael D
    Posted on September 23rd, 2025 01:17 PM
    Jim and his team do a fantastic job at communicating, providing options, and getting things accomplished efficiently. From start to finish I felt they were on my side, which in this business is a rare thing to find, and rarer still to have...
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    About
    At Fairway, we are dedicated to finding great rates and loan options for our clients while offering some of the fastest turn times in the industry. Our goal is to act as a trusted advisor, providing highly personalized service and helping you through every step of the loan process. It’s all designed to exceed expectations, provide satisfaction and earn trust. Since opening our doors 25 years ago, our team has helped thousands of Americans achieve their dream of homeownership. Fairway is a full-service mortgage lender based in Madison, Wisconsin, and Carrollton, Texas, with more than 7,900 team members and 700 branches nationwide. Fairway funded $72.5 billion in 2021. For more information, go to fairwayindependentmc.com
    Products & Services
    Mortgage Loan Officer
    FHA Home Loan
    Down Payment Assistance
    Conventional Home Loan
    Home Renovation Loan
    Mortgage Refinance
    Construction Loan
    Bridge Loans
    Fixed Rate Mortgages
    Qualified Mortgage Pre-Approvals
    Reverse Loans
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    Memberships
    • Grayslake Chamber of Commerce
    • BNI
    • NAHREP
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    Addresses and Serving Areas
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    Year Started

    1997

    Time Zone

    Pacific Standard Time (PST)
    Licenses
    • NMLS# 527232
    Awards
    Top 1% USA Loan Or...
    Achievements
    • Top 1% Loan Originator USA
    Hobbies
    • Vintage Baseball Card Collecting
    • Hot Rods
    • Travel
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    Disclaimer
    Copyright©2025 Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation. NMLS#2289 (https://nmlsconsumeraccess.org/EntityDetails.aspx/company/2289). 4750 S. Biltmore Lane, Madison, WI 53718, 1-866-912-4800. Restrictions and limitations may apply. All rights reserved. Equal Housing Opportunity. Legal Disclosures: bit.ly/FIMCDisclosures