1st Advantage Mortgage a Draper and Kramer company
The history of 1st Advantage Mortgage, a Draper and Kramer Company, is ingrained in the history of Chicago,
going back over 118 years.
It was 1893, in the wake of the Great Fire, when Draper and Kramer first opened their doors in the Chicago Loop to help rebuild and further develop the city after the devastation.
Throughout the 20th Century, Draper and Kramer became a pioneer in the financial industry, offering its clients the American Dream of owning their own homes and businesses, and a model in Washington, D.C. for urban renewal and equal opportunity housing programs.
1st Advantage Mortgage was founded in 1997 and began as a hard-working team of experts with diverse financial backgrounds and a dedication to providing exceptional
customer service.
Investing in the latest technology and bringing the entire loan process in-house, from origination to closing, 1st Advantage Mortgage quickly become one of the top mortgage bankers in the State of Illinois.
In 2008 Draper and Kramer merged its experience and resources with the innovative product lines and market
expertise of 1st Advantage Mortgage, and after 115 years of service... this is just the beginning...
We always strive to invest in and provide our clients with the best product there is to offer in order to remain a successful pioneer in the mortgage industry.
Specialties
Mortgages, Fixed Rate Mortgage (30-year fixed), ARM, Interest Only, FHA, VA, Borrower Switch, Rate Lock Insurance, Lock & Shop, Forward Commitment
New hires at 1st Advantage Mortgage
1st Advantage Mortgage Activity on LinkedIn
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1st Advantage Mortgage has a new Marketing & Communications Coordinator
Jordyn Ellis is now Marketing & Communications Coordinator, was Marketing Intern at Freestyle Marketing
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1st Advantage Mortgage has a new Loan Processor
Amy Sbertoli is now Loan Processor
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1st Advantage Mortgage has a new Loan Officer
Jim Lawlor is now Loan Officer
