Sr. Mortgage Advisor

Tony Englese

Sr. Mortgage Advisor NMLS# 224348 Licensed in IL

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(847) 902-4804 [email protected]

1801 S. Meyers Road, Suite 500
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
Branch License Number 1962205

About Tony Englese

Your mortgage is personal, and I understand that.

Tony Englese is a Senior Mortgage Advisor with Preferred Rate. He has been a Loan Originator for over eighteen years. As a licensed Mortgage Adviser; Tony has always strived to deliver competitive market rates, closings in an efficient and timely fashion. Tony’s mission is to provide the highest level of prompt and reliable mortgage services and to be an industry leader. As an asset to the company, Tony strives to maintain a knowledgeable, motivated, and customer-focused team that provides service partners with superior support to maintain a healthy, thriving business relationship with a stellar reputation. Being available 24/7 to his clients, Tony is able to answer all of their questions, concerns, and general inquiries about mortgages and real estate transactions.
Tony Englese is a Senior Mortgage Advisor with Preferred Rate. He has been a Loan Originator for over eighteen years. As a licensed Mortgage Adviser; Tony has always strived to deliver competitive market rates, closings in an efficient and timely fashion. Tony’s mission is to provide the highest level of prompt and reliable mortgage services and to be an industry leader. As an asset to the company, Tony strives to maintain a knowledgeable, motivated, and customer-focused team that provides service partners with superior support to maintain a healthy, thriving business relationship with a stellar reputation. Being available 24/7 to his clients, Tony is able to answer all of their questions, concerns, and general inquiries about mortgages and real estate transactions.

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We keep the mortgage process easy

Buying a new home can feel like everything at once: Exciting, overwhelming, stressful, and even emotionally taxing.

Whether this is your first home, your next home, or you’re thinking about refinancing, we’re ready to walk with you every step of the way.

  • Step 1 Connect with a Loan Expert

  • Step 2 Get Pre-Approved

  • Step 3 Make Offers

  • Step 4 Lock in your Preferred Rate

  • Step 5 Move in to your new home

  • Step 1 Connect with a Loan Expert

  • Step 2 Lock in your Preferred Rate

  • Step 3 Get your new loan approved!

Buying a new home can feel like everything at once: Exciting, overwhelming, stressful, and even emotionally taxing.

Home Loans

  • Fixed-rate Mortgages
  • Adjustable-rate Mortgages
  • Interest-only Loans
  • Jumbo Loans
  • FHA
  • VA Loans
  • USDA Loans
  • Reverse Mortgages

Speciality Products

  • Keys On Time Program
  • Secure Lock Program
  • Jumbo Investor Loan Programs
  • Peak Loan Program
  • High Balance Solutions
  • Jumbo Solutions
  • Home Ready
  • Home Possible Advantage
  • STaR Program for First-Responders
  • Doctor Program for Medical Professionals
  • Manufactured Housing Loans

See what Tony's clients have to say

Emily Q

Tony was so incredible and made our home buying journey a breeze!

Nov 08, 2025

george s

Great work with

Oct 20, 2025

Vinisha P

As a first-time homebuyer, I was honestly terrified of the process—but Tony made everything feel so smooth and reassuring. From day one, there was such a personal touch; both Tony and Demi, were by my side every step of the way, always ready to answer any question, big or small. I felt truly cared for, not just as a client but as a person stepping into a huge milestone. I put my full trust and faith in Tony, and it was so well placed. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience or a more supportive team to help me make this dream a reality for my son and I. ... Read More

Oct 19, 2025

Ian B

Tony and Demi are excellent! We have worked with them on 2 home purchases and they have our best interests in mind always.

Sep 30, 2025

Tatjana K

Tony and his team were very helpful and were  always available when I had any questions about the process. Everything went smoothly. Thank you again!

Sep 24, 2025

Rosein A

Tony and Demi were a great team. They made my first home buying experience very easy. They answered all my questions. Also, did the best they could to do to get a great rate. I'm very happy.

Sep 18, 2025

Sean T

Tony is very professional and incredibly knowledgeable. He can be very helpful to first-time buyers, experienced buyers, and investors. Not only is he knowledgeable in the mortgage aspect, but also home construction. Tony was very responsive whenever I had a question and took the time to explain things in laymen’s terms. I will recommend Tony to anyone looking for a lender! ... Read More

Sep 04, 2025

Brian H

Great experience

Aug 17, 2025

Alejandra E

Tony went above any expectation we had and helped get us through our lending process to get our beautiful home. He was also very polite, quick with responses, and got it done. He was able to help lend us the most we can recieve so we were lucky enough to get our home. Outstanding service and great guy. ... Read More

Aug 01, 2025

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The Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (Department) evaluates our performance in meeting the financial services needs of this community, including the needs of low-income to moderate-income households. The Department takes this evaluation into account when deciding on certain applications submitted by us for approval by the Department. Your involvement is encouraged. You may obtain a copy of our evaluation. You may also submit signed, written comments about our performance in meeting community financial services needs to the Department." (Source: P.A. 101-657, eff. 3-23-21.)

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THE DEPARTMENT MAINTAINS A RECOVERY FUND TO MAKE PAYMENTS OF CERTAIN ACTUAL OUT OF POCKET DAMAGES SUSTAINED BY BORROWERS CAUSED BY ACTS OF LICENSED RESIDENTIALMORTGAGE LOAN ORIGINATORS. A WRITTEN APPLICATION FOR REIMBURSEMENT FROM THE RECOVERY FUND MUST BE FILED WITH AND INVESTIGATED BY THE DEPARTMENT PRIOR TO THE PAYMENT OF A CLAIM. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE RECOVERY FUND, PLEASE CONSULT THE DEPARTMENT'S WEBSITE AT WWW.SML.TEXAS.GOV