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My team and I look forward to assisting you with your home financing!

I have been helping families with their mortgage needs for over 19 years and am honored to consistently be ranked in the top 1% of loan originators in the US.Read more

My team and I look forward to assisting you with your home financing!

I have been helping families with their mortgage needs for over 19 years and am honored to consistently be ranked in the top 1% of loan originators in the US. My team is blessed to serve hundreds of families each year in their quest to either save money with a refinance or purchase a home with the best possible financing package. Guild Mortgage has been in business for over 60 years and is a leading mortgage lender. We service the majority of loans we close and handle everything locally. Our mission is to understand our clients’ needs and deliver an experience that is far beyond their expectations.  On top of being a mortgage guru, I am a food and wine enthusiast! I love creating memories with people and experiencing the best life has to offer with my husband and two young daughters. We look forward to showing you just how EASY getting a mortgage can be!

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Testimonials

4.93 (432 reviews)
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4.8
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5.0
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5.0
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4.9
Kara, Ed and team were on top of every aspect of my home purchase. They made the process less stressful on my end. I will highly recommend Guild to all my family and friends.
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Leslie P.

Oct 29, 2025

Kara, Ed and team were on top of every aspect of my home purchase. They made the process less stressful on my end. I will highly reccomend Guild to all my family and friends.
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Leslie

Oct 29, 2025

Salinas, CA

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Meet our team

I work closely with my team of specialists to get you the financing you need. See what each member brings to the team.

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Kara Kelsen

Originating Loan Officer Assistant l NMLS #1607673

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Abram Neilson

Originating Loan Officer Assistant | NMLS# 684423

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Get in touch to discuss your home financing goals and explore next steps together.

Office Hours

Monday - Friday

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Sunday

9:00AM - 5:00PM

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Monday - Friday

9:00AM - 5:00PM

Saturday

CLOSED

Sunday

CLOSED

NMLS ID #184992

I am authorized to do business in the states of Arizona and California. AZ BK#0018883; AZ BKBR# 0119516; AZ LO Lic.# 912411; Licensed by the Department of Financial Protection and Innovation under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act;

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See what we offer

Whether you’re buying your first home, exploring down payment assistance, relocating for military service or purchasing in a high-cost market, Guild offers a range of loan programs designed to meet different needs and situations.

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