Guild Mortgage - Steve Vels
Senior Loan Officer | NMLS# 225314
Guild Mortgage is one of the top independent mortgage lenders in the nation*, with knowledgeable residential loan officers in your community. Guild offers deep expertise and personalized service for new home purchases and refinancing to eve... Show More
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Steve was very patient, responsive and worked very hard to get my loan.
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April 9th, 2026 04:14 PM
I appreciate your kind words, Lashonda. It was my pleasure to assist you and work diligently on securing your loan. Patience and responsiveness are key elements in my approach, and I’m glad they contributed positively to your experience. If...
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Steve was very helpful and always answered my calls and texts when I had questions.
Reply from Steve Vels
March 23rd, 2026 01:32 PM
It's great to know that I could be of assistance and provide the support you needed, John. Being accessible to answer your calls and texts is important when navigating these processes. If there's anything else you need or any further questions...
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I had an amazing experience working with Guild Mortgage. My loan officer was incredibly communicative, professional, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free from start to finish. I truly felt supported every step of the way and would...
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Steve went above and beyond to work with my situation. He was always available to answer any questions and was thorough with his answers. I would absolutely work with him again and highly recommend.
Reply from Steve Vels
March 5th, 2026 04:05 PM
Thank you so much for the kind words and it was a pleasure working with you as well.
Communication was great. Everything got done on time and closed exactly on the date on the contract, which was less than 30 days. Great job.
Reply from Steve Vels
March 5th, 2026 02:05 PM
I'm glad to learn that the communication met your expectations and that we stayed on schedule with your closing date, Scott. Achieving timely results is important to me, and it's rewarding to know it worked well for you. If you need further...
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Steve's knowledge and compassion are unmatched. He keeps you calm, confident and informed through what can feel like total chaos. If you're looking to invest in real estate, Steve is absolutely the one you want in your corner.
Reply from Owner
March 5th, 2026 04:06 PM
Thank you for the kind words..
Steve helped make the whole home buying experience as easy for me as possible. He's very knowledgable, kind and patient with my numerous questions concerning this whole journey.
Reply from Steve Vels
January 16th, 2026 01:47 PM
I'm grateful for your feedback, Nanci. Making the home buying experience as smooth as possible is always my goal, and I'm glad to hear that my knowledge, kindness, and patience were helpful to you. If you have any more questions or need further...
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Steve has been the absolute best! He's very responsive, and no matter the time of day, he responds to texts and phone calls. He's a lender who has tremendous knowledge, and always goes above and beyond. I will continue to refer clients to Steve,...
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Steve Vels and his professionalism assured me every step of the way of a smooth finance / refinance outcome and success.
Highly recommend Steve.
Reply from Steve Vels
December 29th, 2025 08:33 PM
I'm pleased to hear that you felt reassured throughout the process, Robert. Ensuring a smooth finance or refinance experience is always a top priority for me. Your recommendation means a lot, and if you ever have further questions or needs,...
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Guild Mortgage is one of the top independent mortgage lenders in the nation*, with knowledgeable residential loan officers in your community. Guild offers deep expertise and personalized service for new home purchases and refinancing to every kind of borrower. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer, upgrading, downsizing, or investing in residential real estate, we have the loan to fit your life.
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Mortgage Loan Officer
FHA Home Loan
VA Home Loan
Jumbo Home Loan
Conventional Home Loan
Mortgage Refinance
Specialities
First Time Homebuyer Programs, Down Payment Assistance Programs, Rehab Loan, HELOC, Reverse Mortgage, VA, USDA, Construction Loans, Zero Percent Down Programs
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Conventional
Down Payment Assistance
Energy-efficient
FHA
Jumbo
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Memberships
- Algonquin Chamber Of Commerce 2022 - 2026
- Young Professionals Cary, IL.
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Year Started
2001
Time Zone
Central Standard Time (CST)
Licenses
- NMLS# 225314
Achievements
- 5 Star Professional Award 2017-2025
Hobbies
- Outdoor Sports
- Boating
- Hiking
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I am authorized to do business in the states of Florida, Illinois and Indiana. (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org/); NMLS ID: 225314; Guild Mortgage Company; Equal Housing Opportunity; Company NMLS ID 3274. www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org/.