During Military Appreciation Month, the mortgage lending
leader celebrates women-led initiatives and commitment to the
military community
CHICAGO, May 15, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- This Military Appreciation Month, Guaranteed Rate,
the second largest retail mortgage lender in the country, proudly
announces its continued dominance in the VA (Veterans Affairs) loan
market, exemplified by Jennifer
Beeston's first-place ranking in the Scotsman Guide's list
of Top VA Loan Originators nationwide. The first-ever woman to
achieve the Scotsman top ranking, Beeston, a staunch advocate for
military community homebuyers, is helping revolutionize the VA loan
process, ensuring all military families receive the respectful and
expedient service and options they deserve.
Beeston has provided VA loan expertise via her popular YouTube
channel for over five years and has significantly educated this
community about their homebuying benefits. "It's not just about the
number of loans that we close; it's about leading with integrity
and education and helping those who serve or have served into the
homes of their dreams. We aim to empower these buyers with
knowledge and tools to navigate the process seamlessly and with top
results," said Beeston.
Guaranteed Rate has dramatically reduced VA loans' "clear to
close" times to an average of 15.5 days in 2023, setting a new
industry standard for this segment far below the typical 45-60
days. This achievement underscores the company's innovative
approach and dedication to enhancing the VA loan experience for
America's heroes.
Rola Gurrieri, Chief Fulfillment
Officer at Guaranteed Rate, leads the department and oversees the
ongoing innovation and systems improvements that arm Jen and the
team to deliver these results effectively. Gurrieri added, "Our
focus has always been making the loan process as efficient as
possible. By optimizing operations and maintaining transparency, we
empower these buyers to receive the benefits they have bravely
earned. It's so gratifying to see what Jen has been able to do for
her clients using our unique tools and systems."
The company also proudly supports GROW (Growth and Opportunity
for Women), an internal initiative led by another top performer,
Kristen Ambos, that fosters diversity and inclusion and continues
to support the company's work with the military community. Beeston
and other leading teammates' involvement in GROW highlights the
intersection of military community support and empowerment
initiatives within Guaranteed Rate, underscoring the company's
commitment to creating inclusive financial solutions.
Victor Ciardelli, CEO of
Guaranteed Rate, stated, "Our success in the VA loan sector, which
you can see in the volume of incredible outcomes, is a testament to
our unwavering commitment to providing the military community
unparalleled service and support. We honor their service by
ensuring they have access and a clear path to the American Dream of
homeownership. Jen is our top performer on this front, and we could
not be more proud, but this also means that these families have the
ultimate advocate in their camp on the homebuying journey."
For more information about Guaranteed Rate and its services,
visit www.rate.com. For more information about VA mortgage lending
solutions, please contact Beeston@rate.com.
About Guaranteed Rate
Guaranteed Rate Companies is a
leader in mortgage lending and digital financial services.
Headquartered in Chicago, the
Guaranteed Rate Companies is the #2 retail mortgage lender in the
U.S. with over 850 branches across the U.S. serving all 50 states
and Washington, D.C. Since its
launch in 2000, Guaranteed Rate Companies have helped more than 2
million homeowners with home purchase loans and refinances. The
company has cemented itself as an industry leader by introducing
innovative technology, offering low rates, and delivering
unparalleled customer service. Honors and awards include Best
Mortgage Lender for First Time Homebuyers by NerdWallet for 2023;
HousingWire's Tech100 award for the company's industry-leading
FlashClose℠ in 2020, digital mortgage platform MyAccount in 2022,
and Language Access Program in 2023; No. 2 ranking in Scotsman
Guide's 2022 list of Top Retail Mortgage Lenders; The most Scotsman
Guide Top Originators for 11 consecutive years; Chicago Agent
Magazine's Lender of the Year for seven consecutive years; and
Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces list for seven consecutive years.
Visit rate.com for more information.
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