Independent and local mortgage company - with over 25 years of experience, this woman-owned small business solves problems and provides a superior client experience. Jeanne Randazzo Szczech, Mortgage Broker/President, founded Arete Mortgage in 2001 after having spent several years as a Loan Officer and Loan Processor in Southern California. in English from the State University of NY at Geneseo in 1990 and continued her studies at Lehigh University in PA where she was awarded a Master's Degree in Education in 1992. The education of her clients in the loan process is of utmost importance to Jeanne. Knowledge and understanding of the process is critical to an overall sense of client satisfaction. Arete Mortgage, with offices in Durango and Cortez, is a proud member of the Durango Area Chamber of Commerce, the Better Business Bureau of the Southwest, and Local First. They are also sponsors and supporters of KSUT public radio and various other local non-profit organizations. Beyond mortgages, Jeanne spends her time with her husband, two daughters, and their three dogs. When she's not working on your loan, she can be found hiking, camping or enjoying all that life has to offer.
