Carrie Stone, VP of Mortgage Lending

03/28/2026

Best night!! Go Blue!! A little mother daughter night out cheering for our school. Thanks for the idea and thanks for the push to “just do it” . The whole family is glad it wasn’t a nail biter because we were worried about Cricket actually surviving the experience. She is a very intense and devoted fan!!!!! Elite 8, Baby! Let’s Go!!

03/19/2026

A Mortgage Re-cast could be the un-sung hero of your non-contingent offer strategy. You need a new house, you’re bursting at the seams. Let’s make it happen - hit me up for details!

03/17/2026

Housing always needs to be considered if you find yourself going through a divorce. It’s best to involve your mortgage lender early in the process to ensure the best possible outcomes. I’m here to help!

02/13/2026

Time to refinance and save money? Call me and we’ll run numbers! Mortgage interest rates are almost 1% lower than they were this summer. 💰💰💰

11/12/2025

Ready to upgrade? Use a bridge loan to access the equity in your current home to fund the down payment on your dream home! It’s easier than you think!

11/30/2023

Interest rates are coming down and conventional loan limits are going up. Feels like more opportunity for homebuyers in 2024. Music to my ears!

10/18/2023

If the upfront costs of buying a home are standing in your way... not anymore!

Looking for down payment assistance in Illinois? The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) offers a great program!

10/12/2023

It's time to get creative in the face of limited inventory! Renovation Loans help buyers expand their search to include fixer-uppers by creating one smooth, simple process for financing a home purchase and repairs. Reach out to learn more!

09/28/2023

Thinking about buying? Reach out to me early in the process to review your credit! Because it's not just about knowing your score but identifying things on your report that we can fix or improve to make you a well-qualified borrower. Don't delay!

09/19/2023

A recent survey from the National Association of Realtors has found that walkable communities are moving toward the top of the wishlist for many first-time buyers. Did you know the right mortgage can help? For example, finding a condo-friendly loan with low down payment requirements, like HomeReady or HomePossible, could put buyers in the perfect position! Reach out to me early in the homebuying process to get set up for success!

Millennials report a willingness to pay more for a walkable community. They may be reaching for an FHA Loan, but here are better solutions.

09/11/2023

Looking for the cash to help you reach your financial goals? You may already have it in the form of equity! Your mortgage can be a powerful financial tool, so reach out to a mortgage banker to learn more about using it!