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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. 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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Sang G
Sep 03, 2025
Chicago, IL
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Jenn explained all the terms and its pros and cons.. She really helped me to understand what the best option for me. Thank you so much!
Nicole G
Sep 04, 2025
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Jenn is the best! I refer my clients and family to her because I know she will give them great service. She really cares and goes above and beyond. 5-star service every time. Highly recommend her for any of your loan and refinancing needs.
Nicole
Aug 30, 2025
Naperville, IL
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Jenn is wonderful to work with as always. I recommend her to all my clients. Thanks, Jenn!
Dena
Sep 03, 2025
Chicago, IL
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We just appreciated how thorough, honest, and genuine Jenn was throughout the process. She was insightful and incredibly informative through each step of the way.
Brenda
Aug 13, 2025
Minooka, IL
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Jenn works hard for her clients and is very responsive! She gets the job done!
Mistie
Aug 09, 2025
Sandwich, IL
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Jenn made a normally stressful process easier by being warm, attentive and considerate. She's truly a calm in the storms of the mortgage process! I will absolutely recommend her to others. Thank you so very much, Jenn!

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NMLS ID #755952
I am authorized to do business in the states of Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota and Wisconsin. AZ BK#0018883; AZ BKBR# 1048365; AZ LO Lic.# 1006544; (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org/);