James Burrell
Mortgage Banker (NMLS#1201626)
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- 312.638.2008
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- VA Loan Specialist
- FHA 203k Specialist
James Burrell attended Lewis University where he graduated with a degree in Communication Studies and a minor in Business Administration. After obtaining his degree, he began his career in mortgage lending.
With more than 10 years of customer service and sales experience, James has the knowledge and expertise to help each borrower structure the optimal mortgage to achieve their financial goals. With very strong family ties to the Armed Forces, he felt continuing his career with The Federal Savings Bank was an amazing opportunity to not only help Veterans, but also continue to learn from some of the top professionals in the industry.
James resides in Chicago with his boxer, Cassius. In his free time, he enjoys playing and watching sports as well as traveling. As a closet history enthusiast, James can also be found at the many museums and landmarks Chicago has to offer.
With more than 10 years of customer service and sales experience, James has the knowledge and expertise to help each borrower structure the optimal mortgage to achieve their financial goals. With very strong family ties to the Armed Forces, he felt continuing his career with The Federal Savings Bank was an amazing opportunity to not only help Veterans, but also continue to learn from some of the top professionals in the industry.
James resides in Chicago with his boxer, Cassius. In his free time, he enjoys playing and watching sports as well as traveling. As a closet history enthusiast, James can also be found at the many museums and landmarks Chicago has to offer.
Application Checklist
Required Documents
- Last 2 years W2s and 1040s including all schedules
- If self-employed, last two years' corporate tax returns and year-to-date profit & loss statement
- Past 30 days computerized pay stubs, to include year-to-date earnings
- 2 months current bank and asset account statements including all pages (no screen prints)
- Drivers License or State ID Card
- Purchase Agreement if applicable
- Copy of Cancelled Earnest Money Check
- Listing Agent Name and Phone Number
- Selling Agent Name and Phone Number
- Sellers Attorney Name and Phone Number
- Buyers Attorney Name and Phone Number
If Applicable
- Condominium Declarations Bylaws and Budgets
- Copy of Gift Check and Signed Gift Letter
If you own additional real estate, please provide the following documentation for each property
- Copy of Current Mortgage Statements
- Copy of Tax Bills
- Copy of Leases
- Copy of Homeowners Insurance Bills or Agent Contact Information
Required Documents
- Last 2 years W2s and 1040s including all schedules
- If self-employed, last two years' corporate tax returns and year-to-date profit & loss statement
- Past 30 days computerized pay stubs, to include year-to-date earnings
- 2 months current bank and asset account statements including all pages (no screen prints)
- Drivers License or State ID Card
- Copy of Current Mortgage Statement
- Copy of Current Tax Bill
- Copy of Homeowners Insurance Bill or Agent Contact Information
- Copy of HUD1 Settlement Statement for 1st 2nd Mortgages
If Applicable
- Condominium Declarations Bylaws and Budgets
- Copy of Gift Check and Signed Gift Letter
If you own additional real estate, please provide the following documentation for each property
- Copy of Current Mortgage Statements
- Copy of Tax Bills
- Copy of Leases
- Copy of Homeowners Insurance Bills or Agent Contact Information
Required Documents
- Last 2 years W2s and 1040s including all schedules
- If self-employed, last two years' corporate tax returns and year-to-date profit & loss statement
- Past 30 days computerized pay stubs, to include year-to-date earnings
- 2 months current bank and asset account statements including all pages (no screen prints)
- Drivers License or State ID Card
- Purchase Agreement if applicable
- Copy of Cancelled Earnest Money Check
- Listing Agent Name and Phone Number
- Selling Agent Name and Phone Number
- Sellers Attorney Name and Phone Number
- Buyers Attorney Name and Phone Number
If Applicable
- Condominium Declarations Bylaws and Budgets
- Copy of Gift Check and Signed Gift Letter
If you own additional real estate, please provide the following documentation for each property
- Copy of Current Mortgage Statements
- Copy of Tax Bills
- Copy of Leases
- Copy of Homeowners Insurance Bills or Agent Contact Information
Required Documents
- Last 2 years W2s and 1040s including all schedules
- If self-employed, last two years' corporate tax returns and year-to-date profit & loss statement
- Past 30 days computerized pay stubs, to include year-to-date earnings
- 2 months current bank and asset account statements including all pages (no screen prints)
- Drivers License or State ID Card
- Copy of Current Mortgage Statement
- Copy of Current Tax Bill
- Copy of Homeowners Insurance Bill or Agent Contact Information
- Copy of HUD1 Settlement Statement for 1st 2nd Mortgages
If Applicable
- Condominium Declarations Bylaws and Budgets
- Copy of Gift Check and Signed Gift Letter
If you own additional real estate, please provide the following documentation for each property
- Copy of Current Mortgage Statements
- Copy of Tax Bills
- Copy of Leases
- Copy of Homeowners Insurance Bills or Agent Contact Information
Required Documents
- Last 2 years W2s and 1040s including all schedules
- If self-employed, last two years' corporate tax returns and year-to-date profit & loss statement
- Past 30 days computerized pay stubs, to include year-to-date earnings
- 2 months current bank and asset account statements including all pages (no screen prints)
- Drivers License or State ID Card
- Copy of Current Mortgage Statement
- Copy of Current Tax Bill
- Copy of Homeowners Insurance Bill or Agent Contact Information
- Copy of HUD1 Settlement Statement for 1st 2nd Mortgages
- Copy of Cancelled Earnest Money Check
- Listing Agent Name and Phone Number
- Selling Agent Name and Phone Number
- Sellers Attorney Name and Phone Number
- Buyers Attorney Name and Phone Number
- Copy of DD214
If Applicable
- Condominium Declarations Bylaws and Budgets
- Copy of Gift Check and Signed Gift Letter
If you own additional real estate, please provide the following documentation for each property
- Copy of Current Mortgage Statements
- Copy of Tax Bills
- Copy of Leases
- Copy of Homeowners Insurance Bills or Agent Contact Information
Required Documents
- Last 2 years W2s and 1040s including all schedules
- If self-employed, last two years' corporate tax returns and year-to-date profit & loss statement
- Past 30 days computerized pay stubs, to include year-to-date earnings
- 2 months current bank and asset account statements including all pages (no screen prints)
- Drivers License or State ID Card
- Copy of Current Mortgage Statement
- Copy of Current Tax Bill
- Copy of Homeowners Insurance Bill or Agent Contact Information
- Copy of HUD1 Settlement Statement for 1st 2nd Mortgages
- Copy of DD214
If Applicable
- Condominium Declarations Bylaws and Budgets
- Copy of Gift Check and Signed Gift Letter
If you own additional real estate, please provide the following documentation for each property
- Copy of Current Mortgage Statements
- Copy of Tax Bills
- Copy of Leases
- Copy of Homeowners Insurance Bills or Agent Contact Information
