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Sharri Ptak VP of Residential Lending
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Direct:
630-707-9515 - |
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Email:
sharri.ptak@nafinc.com
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About Sharri Ptak
I've been helping clients navigate the mortgage process since 2003, delivering a smooth, strategic experience from pre-approval to closing and beyond.
I pride myself on being highly accessible and responsive,
because in today's fast-moving market, timing and communication make all the
difference. Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, I take
the time to understand your goals and guide you toward the right financing
solution.
I specialize in a full range of residential mortgage options, including Conventional, FHA, VA and Jumbo Loans. My approach is simple; listen first, educate throughout, and advocate every step of the way.
As a lifelong Chicagoland resident now based on Elmhurst, IL, I bring both local market knowledge and a personal commitment to the community I serve.
Follow me for up-to-date insights on interest rates, loan programs, and tips to help you succeed in today's housing market. I look forward to helping you achieve your homeownership goals.
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"Although I am a W-2 employee with a stable and well-paying job, the overall loan process became unnecessarily difficult and frustrating. Instead of focusing on my current financial stability and employment, the process involved repeated requests for excessive and unrealistic documentation, including employment verification requirements from a former employer where I am no longer actively employed. I was asked to provide PDF forms that needed to be completed by the former employer’s HR department. Since I am no longer an active employee there, obtaining timely responses was understandably challenging, which caused unnecessary delays in my loan approval process. Despite promptly providing all documentation within my control, the back-and-forth communication and repeated follow-ups significantly prolonged the process. I also encountered several similar hurdles throughout the underwriting and verification stages, which made the experience stressful and inefficient. As a qualified borrower with verifiable income and employment, I expected a more streamlined and professional process. Based on my overall experience, I would not recommend NAF to friends, family, or colleagues seeking a smooth and customer-focused loan experience."
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To stand with the Black community by engaging with Black employees and consumers, offering ongoing cultural competency training, acknowledging historical challenges and systemic barriers faced by Black individuals, and using intentional language in our marketing efforts to empower Black clients in achieving homeownership.
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To shape a diverse and inclusive landscape for homeownership. Black Impact represents our commitment to taking direct, action-oriented steps to address credit accessibility and promote sustainable and equitable homeownership for Black individuals and communities. We recognize and celebrate the resilience, creativity, and leadership of Black communities in overcoming systemic obstacles and discrimination. By 2028, NAF is committed to providing $20 billion in home loans to the Black community.
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Mission Statement: New American Funding (NAF) is an industry leader in culture, dedication to service, and lending to underserved communities. Through Latino Focus, the company identifies and addresses the challenges of Latino consumers in their pursuit of homeownership and to enhance the quality of their lending experience. We utilize education and awareness that aims to lift the community and build generational wealth through homeownership. By 2024, NAF is committed to providing $25 billion in home loans to the Latino community.
Mission Statement: NAF Pride is working to establish a fair and secure lending marketplace that addresses the unique needs of the queer community. We aim to empower the LGBTQ+ community by providing comprehensive guidance on the mortgage lending process, enabling them to achieve their dream of homeownership. We have built a safe and inclusive environment where we are fostering deep understanding of the tools and practices we can use to best support the queer community throughout their homebuying journey.
Mission Statement: Our Military Heroes Focus is a dynamic initiative to increase homeownership and career opportunities for military service members, veterans, and their families. Our Military Heroes Focus is led by a diverse and passionate group of company leaders, military veterans, and other patriots who care deeply about supporting those who have served our Country and their families.
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