Our Team
Our business is referral based. Consider what that means. We have been in business for over 30 years due solely to referrals from satisfied customers. In an industry that is highly regulated, constantly changing, and dealing daily with the most personal financial data of the client, this statement is perhaps the best reason we can offer to use our firm for your mortgage needs.
Our team brings a combined 100 years of experience to the table. We have worked together for over 30 years. The same internal culture of stability, camaraderie and respect extends to you, our customer.
Jeff Magee
President NMLS 208723
With a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Illinois, Jeff began his career in the mortgage industry in 1984. After four years learning the business with Provident Financial Services and Illinois Mortgage Corporation, Jeff embarked on establishing a local, boutique mortgage firm catering to homebuyers in the near west Chicago suburbs. In addition to expanding his own client list, his reputation in the lending community brought numerous productive Loan Officers into the fold. As a result the company now serves clients from all over the great city of Chicago, but also the entire states of Illinois, Tennessee and Florida.
He has worked with thousands of borrowers in the communities he serves, personally closing over one billion dollars of mortgage loans. His strong communication skills and ability to simplify a complex process are the most often cited praises from his customers and referral partners.
While active in management of the company, he still devotes the majority of his time to giving personalized service to his mortgage applicants and to his primary business partners, the local real estate professionals.
"Jeff,
You and Therese are absolutely the best at what you do. Thanks for everything."
—J.S. Oak Park, IL
“Jeff, thanks for all your great work over the past few weeks. It was a pleasure working with you and you made this complicated process easy for us. Everything yesterday went great and we are thrilled with the new place. We’ll definitely recommend you in the future. Thanks again!”
– K.W. Oak Park, IL
“My wife and I just closed on our first home today with the help of Jeff Magee and the team at Mortgage Resource Group. Jeff was always available with kindness and wisdom to answer any of our questions and set us in the right direction. Even very early on in the process we were given great options and never felt pressured. We were given the space to make our decisions and are very happy with our rate. We would highly recommend Jeff and anyone from the team here.”
—E.M. Batavia, IL
“At this point in my life I have purchased a few homes and used different mortgage brokers. But this last purchase with Mortgage Resource Group has never gone more smoothly. The home I was purchasing is in Florida. We had many things that the bank was requesting and they got me through this quickly and efficiently for me to close on time. I've never paid attention to who I was using when picking a mortgage broker, but now I know the difference when you get someone really good. I'll never do a refinance or purchase without using Mortgage Resource Group.”
— L.N. Clearwater, FL
“When we lived in Illinois, we worked with Mortgage Resource Group several times--yes, they're so good we'd used them whenever we were buying or refinancing. Well, funny thing. We move to Florida and are readying ourselves to do some massive home improvement work and to our utter delight, MRG is licensed in Florida! Jeff Magee came through with flying colors with a very competitive rate and super turnaround. And believe it: Within 1 month we closed and received our funds--and Jeff and his team achieved this despite the craziness of a world turned upside down. I can't recommend MRG highly enough.”
—D.N. Palm Harbor, FL
"I was feeling apathetic about ever getting a loan to help me consolidate my bills. I had been turned down by three local banks who thought my house was not valuable enough for the loan or that my debt to income ratio was too high. Then a friend of mine recommended Jeff Magee at Mortgage Resource Group. Jeff and Therese Thoreson worked a miracle for me. I got the loan! This company is number 1 on my list. They will answer your questions in plain English that you can understand. I got results fast on my loan. Next time I need a loan I will contact Mortgage Resource Group again."
—R.W. Pulaski, TN
Dear Jeff, once again you saved me! Thank you for your skill, your professionalism, and your sense of humor along with incredible patience. Wishing you much deserved, continued success.
—Pat S, Westmont, IL
“I want to thank you for your help in arranging a mortgage for me. You simplified a complicated process. I’m impressed with your work and the services of Mortgage Resource Group. I will recommend you and your services to my friends. Thanks again.”
– R.B. Oak Park, IL
Scott webster
Senior Loan officer NMLS 202151
Scott has worked for Mortgage Resource Group for the past twenty three years. He has an extensive educational, financial, business, and sales background that is uncommon in the mortgage industry. Having received an undergraduate degree from Cornell University and a master’s degree in Finance and Marketing from the UCLA Graduate School of Management, Scott spent fourteen years as a Senior Product Manager, handling national accounts such as Sears and J.C. Penny.
In order to spend more time with his family Scott switched careers and joined the local and well respected Mortgage Resource Group. His ability to work with the most complicated financial situations, his knowledge, and his interpersonal skills ensure that you will get the service you desire and the loan that you need.
“…you went the extra mile to make a case for me to qualify… and I truly appreciate your effort. Thanks again. I’m a very happy camper.”
– C.E. Oak Park
“We want you to know how much we appreciate all of your help during our most recent mortgage process. Just as during the first time we worked with you, you made what can be a painful experience painless! You truly went the extra mile to help us attain the right financing. Working with Mortgage Resource, we never felt as if we were just a name on a file. You are attentive, accessible, and efficient which are a few of the reasons we enjoyed working with you.”
– M.O. Oak Park
Bill Skutta
Senior Loan Officer NMLS 209577
Bill joined Mortgage Resource Group in 2003. He received his undergraduate degree from DePaul University and has significant work history in the legal field. After purchasing his first home, Bill decided he could be of best use to others looking to finance their homes. Since then, the mortgage industry has changed dramatically.
Recently, Bill was featured on several Chicago-area AM radio stations to discuss the changes in mortgage financing and how FHA has helped more homebuyers achieve the American dream. Bill has trained extensively on current mortgage industry products and has the experience and the attention to detail to ensure you have a smooth transaction from the application all the way to the closing.
“Thank you for all your help with the mortgage. I know you went above and beyond to make it work. I am sure it is thanks to you that it all worked out.”
– J.W. River Forest
“I highly recommend them to anyone looking to finance or refinance a home.”
– S.B. Des Plaines
Contact Bill: wskutta@mrgloans.com