Mortgage Loans

Buying or refinancing is a major financial decision. We're here to simplify the process.


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Still deciding? Why choose us?


  • Low closing costs.
  • Grant opportunities for qualified borrowers. 
  • Local servicing.
  • Jumbo loans available.

Contact a lender for details on grants and jumbo loan program guidelines. 

Meet Our Real Estate Team

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Cheryl Kurtzleben

Vice President
Real Estate Lending
NMLS #594062
Clear Lake 
641.355.2258



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Chip Thiedeman

Vice President
Real Estate Lending
NMLS #412058
Garner 
641.925.2606



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Kevin Hennessy

Mortgage Loan Officer
Real Estate Lending
NMLS #2277489
Mason City West 641.428.9512



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Brigitte Wilkins

Mortgage Loan Officer
Real Estate Lending
NMLS #823765
Downtown Mason City 
641.450.5562



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Kayla Voss

Mortgage Loan Processor
NMLS #1925392
Clear Lake: 641.355.2263


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Jenna Tuttle

Mortgage Loan Processor
NMLS #2040221
Clear Lake: 641.355.2264



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Natasha Nicholson

Mortgage Loan Processor
NMLS #2040257
Clear Lake: 641.355.2274



























































































Home Ready Mortgage
  • Down payment as low as 3%
  • Lower mortgage insurance premiums



Government Loans
  • FHA: Available with as little as 3.5% down
  • VA: 100% financing available
  • Rural Development/USDA: 100% financing available
  • IFA grant opportunities
Jumbo Loans
  • For borrowers with higher loan amount needs
  • Competitive pricing available



For Borrowers with Low Credit
  • In-house loan options
  • Government loan options with minimum 620-640 credit score
Construction Loans
  • Competitive, in-house rates available
  • Streamlined processing for contractor payments
Home Equity Loans
  • Fixed home equity loans
  • Home equity lines of credit




















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Go for your dream home!

Turn your dream home into a reality with our bank's home loan. We offer competitive rates, flexible terms, and a quick, easy application process. Let us help you every step of the way - apply today and start the journey to homeownership!