Gene made our mortgage refinance process seamless and easy. After dealing with the big brands with…read moreTV commercials (and their annoying sales calls, high closing costs and higher rates), I finally found Gene who easily beat the national-chains' rates and closing costs. I knew we were in good hands when he said, "one thing I value most is sleep, so I'd rather get you an honest deal than lose my sleep." I couldn't recommend Gene more to anyone in need of a mortgage refinance. He is simply the best; an honest straight-shooter.

Gene is an outstanding mortgage broker. I am a realtor in the Chicago area and I sent him a client…read moreto get a pre-approval and within minutes he called my client back to see what she needed. He guided her and let her know exactly what she needed to do regarding her finances to get a home. My client was super pleased and even more excited to find a home that met her needs. He educated her and let her know what the loan process would be and any costs that are associated. I would highly recommend him.

I closed yesterday on a larger home for my growing family and was an epic experience. After…read morewaiting much longer than I should have, I reluctantly started the process. My experience buying my first home was a bit stressful so I dreaded the experience. Matt did everything he could to make sure that the process was seamless. He was responsive and highly knowledgeable. My file was not easy...there were a few twists...but Matt got us closed in about 30 days from the inspection and final agreement with the seller. I am so grateful and happy to start the next chapter.

From the owner: My mission is to deliver excellent service and provide you with an extraordinary experience. First…read moreCentennial Mortgage is one of the most respected and referred lenders in the communities which we serve; both by real estate professionals and clients we work with. My priority as a mortgage loan officer is to not only help get you the best suited loan for your unique situation, but to ensure you feel comfortable and confident from the start to the finish with the process.

Thank you Jeff for help making my refinance so very smooth! You answered my questions in a timely…read moremanner - even when you were at baseball game with your family. You helped me figure out the best options and weren't scared away when my condo questionnaire looked like it might cause an issue (it didn't). I truly believe that I got such a great rate because you were there and helped showed me (and taught me) my options. You even answered the same question multiple times without any hesitation. It is certainly something that I wouldn't have been able to do without you. I would highly recommend Jeff. In fact, I've already done so with my friends. From one happy refinance condo owner!

From the owner: Residential Mortgages including Jumbo, Conventional, FHA, VA and USDA. FHA Streamlines and VA…read moreIRRRLs that do not require appraisals or income documentations. FHA Streamlines on investment properties. In addition we have portfolio loan options for construction loans, lot loans and bridge loans. In-house underwriting and the ability to work with scores as low as 580.

If you're not banking here you are being mistreated. This bank is the best I have ever have used.read more

Our CD was due for renewal. Being with Old Plank (owned by WINTRUST) for 5 + year, and have…read morechecking, savings, and this CD, we wanted to renew it. We spoke, in person, with FRANK MONREAL the branch manager. Other banks offered HIGHER interest rates, so all we asked was that Old Plank (owned by WINTRUST) MATCH the rate of other banks. FRANK MONREAL stated, "we don't match", so we told him we would be in on Thursday 3/5/26 to close the account, and pick-up the check. Thursday morning we went in, and were told by MARKEELA McDONALD that we could NOT get our money as today is FRANK MONREAL day-off, and he had authorize it, WHAT! ... FRANK MONREAL KNEW WE WERE COMING TO PICK-UP THE CHECK, AND THIS IS HIS DAY-OFF! .. Well, in any event, MARKEELA McDONALD did get authorization, and after 2-HOURS, we went back, picked up the check, and promptly took out a new CD with the bank that has our OTHER CD. By the way, this other CD was money ALSO taken from Old Plank (owned by WINTRUST) ... Old Plank is NOT a BANK I would recommend or trust, and judging by the other reviews, other people feel that same way! ...