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Specialties
All types of mortgages
Purchase Refinance
50 States
History
Established in 1893.
The history of 1st Advantage Mortgage, a Draper and
Kramer Company, is ingrained in the history of Chicago,
going back over 118 years.
It was 1893, in the wake of the Great Fire, when Draper and Kramer first opened their doors in the Chicago Loop to help rebuild and further develop the city after the devastation.
Throughout the 20th Century, Draper and Kramer became a pioneer in the financial industry, offering its clients the American Dream of owning their own homes and businesses.
1st Advantage Mortgage joined Draper and Kramer in 2008
Investing in the latest technology and bringing the entire loan process in-house, from origination to closing, 1st Advantage Mortgage a Draper and Kramer Company quickly became one of the top mortgage bankers in the State of Illinois and after 115 years of service… this is just the beginning…
Meet the Manager
TJ F.
Manager
TJ is the Branch Manager for both the LaSalle and Lincoln offices for 1st Advantage Mortgage/a Draper and Kramer Company.
He began his professional career in the restaurant business after graduating from Illinois State University. TJ transitioned into sales and then sales management where he has spent more than 25 years.
During his tenure in the industry, TJ has mentored Loan Officers, created, implemented and managed sales programs as well as created efficiencies in sales process while continually being a top producer in the industry.
Commitment to his customers to provide the best service and programs available has been TJ’s recipe for success.
TJ is living the dream in the near west suburb of River Forest with his wife and two children.