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Guild Mortgage - Karl Svendsen
Sales Manager | NMLS# 1533680

Karl Svendsen is a graduate of Radford University with degrees in both Criminal Justice and Accounting. Karl began his mortgage career in 2016 and quickly became a key player in the industry by providing borrowers full control of their mort... Show More
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I have known Karl for over ten years and have referred him tons of business. As a realtor I want a loan office that treats my buyers like family. Karl and his team does just that and gets the deal done even if it’s challenging. Can’t recommend...
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Working with Karl Svendsen was a fantastic experience. He was extremely knowledgeable, prompt, and guided us effortlessly from pre-approval through closing. If you need a trustworthy lender who gets things done, Karl is the person to call.
I was able to get an approval within a couple of hours. The company worked with me to make sure I got in a program that will help with my qualifications. The staff are nice and communication is an A+. The process was smooth and not nerve wrecking....
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Karl is a absolute miracle worker! I had a listing where my seller’s son wanted to purchase the home, but after getting turned down by two different lenders, it felt like an impossible situation. We were determined not to give up, so I reached...
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My client, the seller, and I appreciate the quick approval and close.
Reply from Karl Svendsen
September 18th, 2026 07:02 PM
I'm glad to hear that you, your client, and the seller appreciated the quick approval and closing process, Matthew. It's great to know that Guild Mortgage was able to meet your needs efficiently.
Guild Mortgage - Karl Svendsen has received a review with 5 star rating from Giovany S
Karl at Guild Mortgage is the best, financed and closed a VA loan in 2 weeks.
I was able to get an approval within a couple of hours. The company worked with me to make sure I got in a program that will help with my qualifications. The staff are nice and communication is an A+. The process was smooth and not nerve wrecking....
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Reply from Karl Svendsen
September 14th, 2026 05:54 PM
Terrie, I appreciate your kind words and I'm glad the approval process was quick and smooth for you. It's great to hear that the team effectively communicated and helped you find a program that met your needs. Congratulations on closing on...
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Wow 🔥🔥🔥🔥 best lender experience in all of my 6 years in this industry.
I cannot say enough good things about Karl and his team. Karl and his team made me feel like they were personally invested in helping me make the purchase happen. Karl explored different options, explained everything clearly and helped find...
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About
Karl Svendsen is a graduate of Radford University with degrees in both Criminal Justice and Accounting. Karl began his mortgage career in 2016 and quickly became a key player in the industry by providing borrowers full control of their mortgage options and finding creative ways to provide solutions to his clients. By combining in-house processing and underwriting with communication that is the best in the business, you will experience a one-of-a-kind mortgage process whether buying or refinancing.
Karl is a Sales Manager working out of our Arlington, Virginia office. Karl’s previous mortgage experience has helped with training and development for Loan Officers and other team members.
Products & Services
Mortgage Loan Officer
FHA Home Loan
VA Home Loan
Jumbo Home Loan
Conventional Home Loan
Mortgage Refinance
Specialities
Bridge
Conventional
Down Payment Assistance
Energy-efficient
FHA
Jumbo
Lock and Shop
Manufactured Homes
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- Guild Mortgage - Sales ManagerFeb 1st, 2024 - Current
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Year Started
1960
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Pacific Standard Time (PST)
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- NMLS# 1533680
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I am authorized to do business in the states of District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org/); NMLS ID: 1533680; Guild Mortgage Company; Equal Housing Opportunity; Company NMLS ID 3274. www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org/.