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Jenn Gawenda is a self-motivated, organized Sr. Mortgage Loan Originator who is primarily focused on the needs of her clients.Read more

Jenn Gawenda is a self-motivated, organized Sr. Mortgage Loan Originator who is primarily focused on the needs of her clients. After more than 20 years in the mortgage business, Jenn is knowledgeable yet remains committed to negotiating for her clients – saving you time, money and stress. She will tailor your mortgage needs to the investor who can best fulfill them. Jenn will not only secure competitive rates, terms and conditions, she will also counsel you on credit mortgage qualifications. And she will walk beside you throughout the process to make the experience as simple as possible.

Jenn takes great pride in helping first-time buyers into their very first home. She also gives advice to past clients who are interested in refinancing their mortgage, completing home renovations or consolidating debt. This is the highly-personalized and professional service you can expect from Jenn. At First Centennial Mortgage, Jenn offers FHA, conventional, VA, USDA, first-time homebuyer down payment assistance programs, renovation, and jumbo loans.

Outside of work, Jenn enjoys spending time with her husband, Tony; son, Grant; and daughter, Brooke. Family time is important to the Gawendas; you can often find them enjoying the outdoors, attending sporting events, or having fun as a family in the western suburb of Lisle.

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4.93 (86 reviews)
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Jenn has always done a fantastic job for my clients! She is available in the evening and weekends and works what we call "Realtor hours". She is patient, thoughtful and thorough taking more time with my clients than any lender I had referred in the past. Client feedback is always positive and thankful. Will continue sending my clients to speak with Jenn knowing that they are in good hands!
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Mike L.

Feb 24, 2026

Jenn is great to work with and very knowledgeable. She always helps make the process seem easy and is great at explaining all of the considerations that go with taking out a mortgage. Thank you!!!
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Tim A.

Feb 24, 2026

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