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Steve Schneider

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  • SVP of Mortgage Lending
  • Chicago, IL Mortgage Loan Officer
  • NMLS #228607
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Hi, I’m Steve, and since 1995, I’ve built my business and reputation on providing unsurpassed service to clients and partners. Based in our Chicago, IL branch, I work with some of the top real estate agents, attorneys, CPAs, and financial planners in Chicagoland. Each knows me as an invaluable resource in home financing. My reputation, honesty, and up-front approach with clients have been recognized by Chicago Magazine’s Five Star Mortgage Professional Award for the past 10 years.

As part of America’s #1 Retail Mortgage Lender, whether you’re looking to finance or refinance your first home, next home, or investment property, I’m here to guide you with a level of communication that instills confidence. I offer a wide range of products, from conventional and jumbo to physician loans, FHA, VA, and renovation loans. Originally from Cleveland, I live in Chicago with my wife Jaime, daughter Ella, and our Tibetan Terrier Ziggy. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, seeing live music, and participating in charitable efforts.

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Your Mortgage Expert

Navigating the mortgage loan process is exciting – and easy – with the right home financing partner. When you work with CrossCountry Mortgage, you’ll collaborate closely with a licensed mortgage loan officer. We want to make sure you receive a competitive rate, and a fast, simple experience. Why? Our goal is to be your mortgage lender of choice for years to come. 

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Buying Now Means Saving Later

Don’t fixate on rate

Get the home you want now. If rates fall in the future, you can refinance to the lower rate after 6 full payments. And, with a lender credit of up to $1,500*, you’ll save upfront and thousands down the line. 

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Save on Your Mortgage Every Month

Say Bye-Bye PMI 

Typically, when your down payment is less than 20%, you have to pay monthly private mortgage insurance (PMI). 

CCM Bye-Bye PMI offers qualified borrowers a conventional loan for as little as 15% down without PMI. That’s monthly mortgage savings and a smaller down payment, giving you more purchasing power.

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Financial Wellness Can Be Yours

Imagine life without credit card debt, with medical expenses taken care of, or with extra funds to make large purchases. Peaceful, isn’t it? 

Our home equity programs can help you achieve that dream. These include: 

  • Closed End Second Loan 
  • Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) 
  • Cash-Out Refinance 

Your equity may be the key to greater financial wellness. Let’s see what doors our home loans can open for you today. 

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