"I will be your family and friends mortgage advisor for life."
Jim
Sorenson
Our success starts with people like Jim Sorenson, Executive Vice President, Residential Mortgage. Jim has been a Loan Officer in the McHenry County area for the past 30 years and is known for his extensive knowledge in all areas of residential mortgage lending, including FHA, VA, Conventional and Jumbo Mortgage Loans. Since joining Home State in 2005, Jim has played an integral part in building our mortgage team and growing our business.
Jim is not only dedicated to providing a high level of customer service, but also keeps abreast of current trends and changing market conditions to better advise his clients.
Jim manages our sales team and consults with our mortgage support staff, who are constantly striving to provide the highest level of customer service and exceed the expectations of our customers. His goal is to build relationships with customers who become “Clients for Life”. Jim provides convenient hours to meet your needs and offers fast PRE-APPROVALS at no cost.
You're in Good Hands ...
Since 1915, Home State Bank has established a strong reputation with individual consumers, real estate professionals, and homebuilders.
You can be confident that your chosen mortgage consultant will guide and advise you on which product would best suit your unique home financing needs. We will provide loan status reports so that you are informed throughout the lending process.
Our online capabilities provide you with many conveniences that extend beyond normal business hours, however, we pride ourselves on establishing long-term relationships that are best formed through face-to-face interactions.
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Get the Cash You Need
Owning a home is more than just a personal milestone; it's a smart financial move. Over the years, as you've diligently made mortgage payments, your home has likely appreciated in value. This means you've built up valuable equity.
Tap Into Your Equity
Imagine being able to unlock that equity for immediate needs. Meet Cash-Out Refinancing: your financial Swiss Army knife. By swapping out your existing mortgage for a new one—this time, one that’s larger than your outstanding balance—you can free up a lump sum of cash at closing.
But Why Consider Cash-Out Refinancing Now?
You might be wondering, with current mortgage interest rates, why go for a new mortgage that could have a higher rate? Great question. The power of Cash-Out Refinancing isn’t just in the immediate liquidity—it’s in the financial flexibility it offers. Many homeowners are using it to consolidate debts, which often have much higher interest rates.
Home Renovations: Investing In Your Sanctuary
Speaking of financial flexibility, let’s talk renovations. Upgrading your home isn’t just about slapping on a new coat of paint; it’s about enhancing your lifestyle and increasing your property value. A cash-out refinance is an excellent tool to fund these improvements. Whether you’re adding a home office, updating your kitchen, or finally building that dream backyard oasis, you’re not just making your home better—you’re making a long-term investment. Best of all, you’re improving on an asset you already own, thereby saving yourself the upheaval and expense of shopping for a new home in a market of escalating costs.
Your Trusted Mortgage Expert
Home State did a great job of assisting us on the finance end of our search for a new home. Once the offer was made and the ball was rolling all staff contacts with Home State Bank were pleasant, professional, and timely. Would highly recommend them.
Working with Home State was easy. Very knowledgeable and explained every step taken on the way to purchasing our new home. I would highly recommend working with them.
My wife and I just completed a re-finance on our second home in Florida. Home State was awesome to work with, which did not surprise us since we have handled several mortgages for us in the past at HSB, always with great enthusiasm, professionalism, and communication. Excellence in action.